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🚴 Kuat Racks NV Base 2.0 Bike Rack Review: A Comprehensive Look at the Ultimate Cycling Companion Review

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ColorSandy Matte Black
BrandKuat
Item Dimensions LxWxH36 x 24 x 9 inches
Item Weight51 Pounds

Description of 🚴 Kuat Racks NV Base 2.0 Bike Rack Review: A Comprehensive Look at the Ultimate Cycling Companion

2 bike capacity up to 60 lbs. Each. Holds wheelbases up to 48" and tires as large as 4.8". Adjustable front tire cradle system.

Reviews

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Type of review

that didn't come with an adapter for 24" and smaller tyres. At the end of the manual it says to call to get the small tire adapters, they're on their way but the extension strap hasn't been ordered yet. All of this came with my previous Kuat. If you're advertising an e-bike with big tires, it looks like you're shipping both extension straps. I still like the rack, but I didn't like the quality control of what was supposed to be included.

Pros
  • Build confidence
Cons
  • I don't remember but there was something

Revainrating 5 out of 5

The best bike rack ever!

The rack is easy to assemble (although I recommend using two pairs of hands whenever possible), assembles as expected, and builds like a tank. Trunk to vehicle hitch receptacle and virtually eliminates wobble and rattle (2) bikes are very easy to load and unload, (3) receptacle hitch lock and (4) built-in bike locks. What I don't like: It doesn't go well with a Jeep Wrangler's tailgate, but I knew it would. And Kuat sells an articulating bike rack that shoves the whole thing out of the way if…

Pros
  • Easy to Assemble
Cons
  • Empty

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Well done! on bike racks

I love my new Kuat bike rack. It's very durable and I don't worry about my bike while riding. No movement. This bike rack is expensive, but worth the money. I had some trouble building it because the instructions are vague. It took a while and I feel like I should have been helped. Kuat needs a tutorial video. It's heavy, but once you put it on your car, it's amazing. I have an e-bike and it's heavy, so I need a bike rack that can handle its weight. It gets the job done and is very easy to use.

Pros
  • Sturdy build
Cons
  • Not the best

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Worth every penny -- honestly

"Worth every penny" means a lot when you're spending that much, but it's true here. My wife and I have 50 pound e-bikes so we needed a monster carrier like this. Beautifully designed, very durable. I ride unafraid of accidents - attached to a puny Honda Fit. It's amazing that a single pivot/lock lever can hold a bike so tight, but it's true. Easy installation with very good instructions. This thing weighs 75 pounds so it takes two people or a side stronger than me to assemble and remove. I wish

Pros
  • nice touch
Cons
  • some little things

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Durable with accessories

I purchased this Kuat bike rack on the recommendation of a trusted bike mechanic. This is my first time driving with a trailer hitch. When my package arrived, I was missing one of the main components. The Kuat rep I worked with was a great support and after a few tries I got what I needed. The assembly is straight. I found the assembly video very helpful. The stand is well made. I wanted something strong and able to carry over 50 pounds of e-bike and I got it. The price tag isn't easy either…

Pros
  • Weight
Cons
  • Requires outlet

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Best bike/e-bike carrier on the market

Sturdy and very well designed. Everything about the bike rack is very well thought out. We use it to carry two of our Evelo delta x and they weigh around 60 pounds each without the battery. Handles them very well. Vibration is almost zero and putting on and taking off the bikes is very easy and quick. My bikes have fenders and that's not a problem for the trunk. I just clamp the wing as close as possible and don't over tighten the clamps. They work great. The built-in cable lock is great for us

Pros
  • Sturdy design
Cons
  • Hard to say

Revainrating 5 out of 5

MUCH BETTER than our previous bike rack!

We bought our bikes while on holiday and the local dealers only had one bike rack so we didn't have a choice. As soon as we got home we realized that we should order something else. This bike rack is much simpler and the bikes (which we spent a lot of money on) are much more secure. Without hesitation! I love that you can lift the trunk so it's in front of your car when not in use. I also like the built-in locking system. And we were able to buy an add on to carry 4 bikes. I should also add…

Pros
  • 1 year trial
Cons
  • Only available in white

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Tesla Model Y (2021)

Kuat NV2 will not work with 2021 Model Y factory clutch. The main issue is that the AUX fob is less than 2 inches from the security pin eyelet, preventing the rack security key from mating with the pin. While I could fabricate a spare bolt and locknut to replace Kuat's safety lock, the next problem is that the tensioner ball bearing is not fully tightened and allows movement within the hitch and rack when fully tightened. My guess is that with two 58-pound eBikes, any movement on that rack…

Pros
  • Nice to use
Cons
  • old