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Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Hitch Rack

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Review by BJones

Heavy duty bike rack
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by BJones
Northlake
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

Bike rack certainly built well. The rack weighs in at 70 lbs and the 2 bike addition weighs nearly 50 so you need to be able to lift 115-120 lbs to place into hitch. Took a bit to assemble as it really needs 2 people due to weight and awkward attachment but looks to be built as a long term investment.

Reviewed 10/31/2022
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Review by Peter R.

Quality rack, great features
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by Peter R.
Fayetteville, NY
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

I replaced an older Yakima hitch rack that was a workhorse but not built for fat bikes. Given its age, I decided to move to the Mercedes of racks, the Kuat NV 2.0 rack.

From the initial unboxing, I noted the quality build of this rack. It is very solid and all metal surfaces are covered with a thick paint that should hold up to corrosion from rain or NY salted winter roads.

The features are excellent as well, from the built-in cable lock (that would only be used to lock the bikes for quick stops while transporting, not for overnight or otherwise lengthy stops), to the fat tire compatibility and the sliding rear tire strap that adjusts to the bicycle's length. There is even a ball bearing on the bar that slides into the hitch, making installation and removal much easier.

My Yakima had to be screwed into the hitch very tightly with its included hitch bolt in order to prevent the rack from wobbling. The Kuat provides a dial on the outside of that bar that you simply hand tighten to prevent rack wobble. So much easier.

You definitely get what you pay for with this rack.

Reviewed 9/20/2021
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Review by Anonymous

Simply Awesome!
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by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Wisconsin
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

I bought this rack to support transporting expensive bikes on family vacations. Knowing that a vacation is ruined if the rack breaks cost was not a factor in decision. That said this rack is amazing! Fast to load, easy to use, sturdy, looks great, and most important, securely hold the prized bikes you love. In 5 months we've driven from Wisconsin to Michigan 4x, Colorado 1x, & Florida 2x. Never an issue or concern. It's a heavy rack to lift by yourself, but that helps with solid feel/stability. I must say that it looks better in person than online. I am much happier than I thought I would be with the look/quality. Other racks are masses of plastic and this has a more purposeful thought through appearance. I also like the receiver tensioner to take out the wiggle caused by tolerances in truck receivers. Would buy again in a heartbeat!!!

Reviewed 12/26/2020
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Review by JWilhite

Travel with your bike without staring in the mirror to make sure it's OK.
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by JWilhite
Cycling Enthusiast
Los Angeles
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

I love how fast it is to get one or two bikes loaded in and out of this rack. The peace of mind after loading them up is great too. I don't have to worry about bike sway or the stability of the rack when I'm driving.

A couple of things that could be better: I don't like how the release lever is next to the inside bike. When you have more than one bike racked up it becomes more difficult to raise and lower the rack (this becomes more difficult with the Kuat bike extensions). Another problem that I have is with the supplied bike lock. It isn't long enough to wrap around a wheel, frame, and the wheel of the neighboring bike. So you can only lock up the frame and one wheel from each bike. I also presume that a quick pinch with bolt cutters will free up these bikes pretty quickly if a thief decides to try it out.

Reviewed 9/25/2020
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Review by CVC

Excellent product
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by CVC
Cycling Enthusiast
Iowa
1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

I use it with both my wife's car and my truck to carry our bikes when we go to the trail or travel to races. I love the fact I can add one or two more bike carriers so when my daughter's bike outgrows the back of the car it can go on the bike add on section. Very easy to assemble, the instructions were clear and the the product is very well designed and manufactured. I highly recommend it.

Reviewed 6/3/2022
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Review by MattB

The best bike rack I have ever used
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by MattB
Cycling Enthusiast
Gilbert, AZ

The bike rack is perfectly designed and is super easy to use. High build quality with nice built in locks. Holds the bikes very securely with no contact between the bikes. I would purchase again.

Reviewed 11/29/2021
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Review by imkidd

Best bike rack for my road bikes.
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by imkidd
Cycling Enthusiast
Kent,WA

Before getting this product I search the internet for the feedback of this bikerack and it turns out this Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Hitch Rack is the best. From the assembly to the mounting and dismounting from your vehicle so easy to use and the glossy finished makes it perfect. Definitely would recommend this to anyone who needs a bike rack. Besides I got a very good deal from Westernbike Works. Thanks again.

Reviewed 8/27/2021
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Review by KarlS

A little expensive but well worth it
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by KarlS
Bend, OR
1 of 3 customers found this review helpful.

I've owned a number of racks over the years and this is by far the easiest to use, the least stressful on the bikes, and the most flexible with respect to frame style, wheel size, etc. I was easily able to fit a fat bike and full suspension MTB bike together.

The rack also has a cool built-in bike repair stand which has come in useful on more than one occasion.

The only problem I've had with it was when my wife ran the car through the car wash the day before we were leaving for a cycling trip and the temperature overnight was well below freezing. I had to get out a hair dryer to warm up the front wheel clamps so they would extend.

Reviewed 1/30/2017
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Review by RanSparty

Outstanding quality and very easy to use!
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by RanSparty
Cycling Enthusiast
Lorain, OH

After having my new bike fall off of and old hanging rack onto the turnpike I was determined to find the best platform rack on the market. After exhaustive research the Kuat NV 2.0 is my rack and it performs perfectly!

Reviewed 12/24/2020
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Review by RB

Excellent bike hitch rack! Functional & perfect design and color!
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by RB
Cycling Enthusiast
Rockville, MD

I use this product to make some nice trips with my 10 years old daughter to different bike paths around the Washington, D.C., area. It is a safe practical and easy to use product that fits my car perfectly! I like everything about it. I rated this very good product with 4 stars because it is a bit heavy and it was not easy to assemble. For the rest, it is a very good product!

Reviewed 10/9/2020
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Review by Dan L

Solid and durable but heavy
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by Dan L
la crescenta CA

Well built and easy load and unload the bikes. Wish it was just a bit lighter for removal from the receiver and lugging it into the garage. Easily accommodates my gravel bike and my mountain bike. Integrated cable lock is clever. Definitely better built than other bike racks I have owned over the years.

Reviewed 11/7/2019
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Review by Dennis M

The best bike rack I ever used.
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by Dennis M
Cycling Enthusiast
Portland

This rack carries both my mountain and road with ease. The extras included, I.e, fat tire strap, work station bar, built in locks, are a real plus. Best rack on the market, and a real value when purchased on a WBW sale.

Reviewed 4/15/2019
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Review by Anonymous

Awesome product
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by Anonymous
Napa

Easy to put together and even easier to use!

Reviewed 2/4/2021
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Review by n8doc7

Best rack I have ever used!
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by n8doc7
Competitive Racer
Portland, OR

This is such a easy rack to use. Works well with all sized bikes. Bikes are stable on the rack. I do like the work stand attachment.

Reviewed 10/2/2017
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Review by hoagster

This is one of the best bike racks you will ever own!
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by hoagster
Cycling Enthusiast
Redding, CA

very well made, holds the bikes secure and lockable for both bike and rack to the car

Reviewed 8/28/2017
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Review by Anonymous

Love this bike rack!
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by Anonymous

Very sturdy and easy to load and unload bikes.

Reviewed 12/10/2020
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Review by Anonymous

This has to be one of the best products I've ever bought. Makes transporting your bike a breeze.
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by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Batavia, Ohio

One of the special features of this bike rack is the mechanisms that helps lock the rack into the receiver. Not for theft, but to help it from wobbling as you are driving. Very cool and cleaver design.

Reviewed 9/28/2023
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Review by Anonymous

A superior bike rack
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by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Colorado

We love this rack! It is a nice height for loading and unloading, even with our wagon which is lower than most vehicles. It fits all of our different bikes: road, commuter, mountain (with 2.8+ tires), and the kids' bikes. Adjustments for handlebar clearance are easy with the wrench stored inside the rack. The tilt lever is easy to reach and the pivot is smooth, light, and quiet. The locks are sleekly integrated with the rack and stow away magnetically when not in use. The Trail Doc is a sweet feature that I haven't used yet. I have owned several racks and I frequently use many other bike hitch racks at my work. This is one is superior.

Reviewed 6/23/2022
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Review by Anonymous

Incredibly turnkey and solid bike rack!
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by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Greenville

I love this rack. I was worried about the weight based on reviews but it's navigable by myself. Also building it was (mostly) a breeze by utilizing the box it came in to help hold things in place. I did get the rack on a reallllly good sale (hence my value rating), but I would have still gotten it even without the deeper discount. The ability to fit pretty much any bike, add capability for 2x more later if needed, plus repair stand are tip top for me.

Reviewed 11/18/2021
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Review by Anonymous

Best bike rack out there
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by Anonymous
Cycling Enthusiast
Springfield, OR

If you are looking for a hitch mount tray bike rack, look no further then the Kuat NV 2.0. This is by far the most innovative feature rich rack out there. You can save some money and get the NV, you then lose the stand but otherwise the same rack. Also if you won't have a need to add +1/2 you can go with the Sherpa. I bought this one as I needed to get the +2.

As far as assembly, installation and use, its a breeze. I went from a hanging frame mount rack and this one just blows it away as far getting the bike on and secure, no matter frame dimensions.

Reviewed 6/14/2021
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