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Review by BJonesHeavy duty bike rackby BJonesNorthlake1 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 10/31/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by BJones was helpful/No, review by BJones was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by Peter R.Quality rack, great featuresby Peter R.Fayetteville, NY1 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 9/20/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Peter R. was helpful/No, review by Peter R. was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by AnonymousSimply Awesome!by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastWisconsin1 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 12/26/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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!!!
Review by JWilhiteTravel with your bike without staring in the mirror to make sure it's OK. by JWilhiteCycling EnthusiastLos Angeles1 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 9/25/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by JWilhite was helpful/No, review by JWilhite was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by CVCExcellent productby CVCCycling EnthusiastIowa1 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 6/3/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by CVC was helpful/No, review by CVC was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by MattBThe best bike rack I have ever usedby MattBCycling EnthusiastGilbert, AZThe 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 11/29/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by MattB was helpful/No, review by MattB was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by imkiddBest bike rack for my road bikes.by imkiddCycling EnthusiastKent,WABefore 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 8/27/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by imkidd was helpful/No, review by imkidd was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by KarlSA little expensive but well worth it by KarlSBend, OR1 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 1/30/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by KarlS was helpful/No, review by KarlS was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by RanSpartyOutstanding quality and very easy to use!by RanSpartyCycling EnthusiastLorain, OHAfter 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 12/24/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by RanSparty was helpful/No, review by RanSparty was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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!
Review by RBExcellent bike hitch rack! Functional & perfect design and color! by RBCycling EnthusiastRockville, MDI 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 10/9/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by RB was helpful/No, review by RB was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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!
Review by Dan L Solid and durable but heavyby Dan L la crescenta CAWell 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 11/7/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Dan L was helpful/No, review by Dan L was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by Dennis MThe best bike rack I ever used.by Dennis MCycling EnthusiastPortlandThis 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 4/15/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Dennis M was helpful/No, review by Dennis M was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by AnonymousAwesome productby AnonymousNapa Easy to put together and even easier to use!
Reviewed 2/4/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Easy to put together and even easier to use!
Review by AnonymousLove this bike rack! by AnonymousVery sturdy and easy to load and unload bikes.
Reviewed 12/10/2020Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Very sturdy and easy to load and unload bikes.
Review by n8doc7Best rack I have ever used!by n8doc7Competitive RacerPortland, ORThis 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 10/2/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by n8doc7 was helpful/No, review by n8doc7 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by hoagsterThis is one of the best bike racks you will ever own!by hoagsterCycling EnthusiastRedding, CA very well made, holds the bikes secure and lockable for both bike and rack to the car
Reviewed 8/28/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by hoagster was helpful/No, review by hoagster was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
very well made, holds the bikes secure and lockable for both bike and rack to the car
Review by AnonymousThis has to be one of the best products I've ever bought. Makes transporting your bike a breeze.by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastBatavia, OhioOne 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 9/28/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by AnonymousA superior bike rackby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastColoradoWe 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 6/23/2022Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by AnonymousIncredibly turnkey and solid bike rack!by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastGreenvilleI 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 11/18/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.
Review by AnonymousBest bike rack out thereby AnonymousCycling EnthusiastSpringfield, ORIf 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 6/14/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
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.