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Kuat


  • Specializes in extremely lightweight, aluminum bike racks
  • Folds flat for easy storage in trunks or behind seats
  • Durable dual-strap anti-sway cradles provide easy bike attachment
  • Anti-wobble system uses hand knobs to reduce rattle inside the hitch receiver
  • Sleek, stylish appearance complements innovative craftsmanship
  • Kuat will only release a rack if they feel it is better than anything else on the market - in terms of construction, style, and usability. So you're sure to love the look, ease of use, and durability of your Kuat Rack.




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  • Can I Still Lower The Tailgate on My Ford F-150 Fully With the Kuat NV # N101 attached
  • You should be able to lower the tailgate of your Ford F-150 while having the Kuat NV # N101 attached. In the photos it shows the tailgate of a 2013 Chevy Silverado fully lowered with the Kuat NV # N101 installed. I have the rack both loaded with a carbon road bike and unloaded. I have also attached the complete short video that covers this demonstration. The dimensional picture gives you actual measurements of the position of the loaded carrier and where the carrier will rest in the tilt posi
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  • Will Kuat NV 2 Bike Rack # N102 Fit On 2005 Infiniti FX35
  • The Kuat NV 2 Bike Rack # N102 you referenced will fit for your 2005 Infiniti FX35 as long as it is able to clear the rear bumper. You will want to measure from the center of the hitch pin hole rearwards. The measurement from the center of the hitch pin hole to the nearest part of the carrier is 9-1/2 inches, so the outer edge of your bumper will need to be that far out for this hitch to work. It also has a tilt-away feature that allows you to access your rear cargo area with the bikes still
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  • Will Kuat Sherpa Bike Rack # S101 Fit On 2013 Audi Allroad
  • As long as you have a hitch on your 2013 Audi Allroad, you should have no problem using the Kuat Sherpa Bike Rack # S101. It fits both 1-1/4-inch and 2-inch hitch receivers and carries 2 bikes up to 40 lbs apiece. Regarding clearance, the rack measures: 10-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the platform in the down position 7-3/4 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the platform when folded up for not hauling bikes 5-5/16 inches from the center of the hitch pin
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  • Support Strap for Kuat NV Trailer Hitch Mounted Platform Bike Rack
  • If you have a Curt Class I or Class II 1-1/4 inch by 1-1/4 inch trailer hitch receiver, you would need the Curt trailer hitch support strap with a cambuckle, part # 18050. This strap will provide additional stability and support to the Kuat NV aluminum platform bike rack. I have included a video showing the features of the part #18050.
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  • Bumper Clearance for the Kuat NV Bike Rack # N101-103 on a 2011 Nissan Rogue
  • I do have some information that will give you an idea of how much clearance you will have between the Kuat NV Bike Rack, # N101-103, and your 2011 Nissan Rogue, however, I do not currently have a Rogue on my lot to make a test fit video. As soon as we have a Rogue available for test fits, we will post a video. What I can tell you is that the NV bike rack measures 7-3/8 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the closest part of the bike rack. When we installed a trailer hitch on a 20
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  • Will the Kuat NV Fit on 2012 Honda Accord SE
  • The Kuat NV # N102 that you referenced should have plenty of clearance to clear the rear bumper on your 2012 Honda Accord. This rack has a distance of 9-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the nearest portion of the rack when in the down position and 7-1/16 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the nearest portion of the carrier when folded up. The shank on this rack has a rise of 3-1/2 inches to help with ground clearance. With the rack in the folded up position I w
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  • Hitch Mounted Bike Rack Recommendation for a 2013 Toyota Prius V
  • There are many hitch mounted bike racks that will fit on your 2013 Toyota Prius V, but the bike rack that I would recommend is the Kuat Beta Folding Bike Rack, # B202-114. This bike rack is extremely lightweight and easy to use. The trailer hitch on your Prius V is a Class I hitch with a limited tongue weight capacity, so a lightweight bike rack is ideal. This bike rack also comes with may useful features such as anti-sway cradles and an anti-rattle shank to prevent movement of the bike rack
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  • Kuat Bike Rack with Best Rear Hatch Clearance for 2011 Hyundai Veracruz
  • We have not yet had the opportunity to test-fit any of the three racks on a 2011 Veracruz, so I cannot say with certainty what sort of rear-hatch clearance you would have. I can say that of the three racks, the NV would give the best chance of the hatch clearing the bikes. Because this rack is solely designed for use in a 2 inch hitch, the platform section of the rack is not raised as high over the level of the receiver, thus placing the bikes further away from the hatch. The NV also features
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  • Trailer Hitch Option for a 2010 Nissan Rogue and the Kuat NV Bike Rack # NV101-103
  • It is possible to carry the Kuat NV Bike Rack, # N101-103, with the Curt Trailer Hitch, # 13185, on your 2010 Nissan Rogue, but it is going to be a close fit. We have installed the Curt Trailer Hitch, # 13185, on a 2010 Nissan Rogue and found that the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the rear bumper is 7-1/2 inches. In the folded up position, with the hook arms folded out, the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the closes part of the NV bike rack i
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  • What is Color of Kuat Beta Rack, Part # B202-114
  • The Kuat Beta, part # B202-114, is finished in a powder-coat that Kuat creatively describes as Black Chrome. Our description of this rack as black in color comes from their terminology. However, the actual color is what most of us would simply describe as grey. If you review the included photo you will see that there is indeed a significant color difference between the cradle assemblies and the powder coated aluminum portions of the Beta. The cradles are black in color. The remainder of the r
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  • Platform Bike Rack Recommendation for Carrying 4 Bikes with Fenders
  • For a bike with fenders I would not recommend using a bike rack that uses wheel mounts to secure the bikes. I would recommend you go with a frame mount bike rack. Check out the Swagman Quad Platform-Style 4 Bike Carrier # S64690. This rack is similar to the Kuar NV4 Bike Rack # N101-103 that you referenced except it secures the bikes by the frames instead of the wheels.
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  • Is Kuat NV 2-Bike Rack, part # N101, Compatible with Elliptical Bikes Like the ElliptiGO 8C
  • The unusual design and dimensions of the ElliptiGO 8C make it an unsuitable fit for most standard bike racks because of the absence of a typical top frame tube, the very long wheelbase, and the width of the bike. The Kuat NV, part # N101, can handle bikes with a wheelbase up to only 48 inches so the 54-inch wheelbase of the ElliptiGO is not compatible. Also, since its platform centers are 13 inches apart, two bikes of 14-1/2 inch width would definitely have the potential to rub against each o
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  • Clearance Differences for 2-Inch and 1-1/4 Inch Versions of Kuat Beta 2 Rack on 2013 Subaru Forester
  • You are correct that there are different hitch-pin-hole-to-upright clearance distances between the two versions of the Kuat Beta 2 bike carrier. The measurement that is the most meaningful to ensuring a proper fit is the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the nearest part of the carrier. In the cases of the Kuat Beta 2, part # B202-2, and B202-114, this clearance distance varies depending on whether the carrier cradle arms are in the up position (as when carrying bikes) or in
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  • Will the Rear Cargo Door Have Clearance to Open on a Volkswagen Jetta Wagon with a Kuat Sherpa
  • When the Kuat Sherpa, # S101, is folded down it will measure approximately 11-1/8 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the nearest part of the cradle. The bikes will be at an angle so there will be more and more clearance from hitch pin hole to the actual bike when loaded. If you measure the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole out to the farthest out the rear hatch on your Volkswagen Jetta Wagon is when opening and it is less than 11-1/8 inches then you will be able to open
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  • Recommendation for Carrying a Terra Trike and a Felt Mountain Bike on a 2009 Honda Fit
  • We do have a solution that will allow you to carry your terra trike and your Felt mountain bike on your 2009 Honda Fit, however, the Kuat Beta Bike Rack, # B202-114, that you referenced will not support a trike and a mountain bike because there is not enough room. To carry both of these bikes on your vehicle, you will actually need two different bike racks. This route will require a larger investment, but it is the best and safest way to carry both bikes with your Fit. At this time we do not
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  • Will the Front Wheel Hook on the Kuat Sherpa Interfere With the Front Brake Caliper
  • If your bike has the front brake caliper in front of the bike frame, then the arm of the Kuat Sherpa, # S101, and other platform style racks will be placed directly in front of the caliper. The arm should not be touching the caliper. If the arm is touching the brake caliper, then it needs to be moved forward, away from the caliper until it is no longer touching. I have attached an installation video of our installer explaining where to place the front arm. I have also attached two photos tha
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  • Availability of a 2 Inch to 1-1/4 Inch Shank Adapter for the Kuat NV Bike Rack
  • Kuat does not offer hitch adapters for the NV bike racks, but there are some alternatives. If you are needing an adapter to use the Kuat NV, # N102, that you referenced in a 2 inch receiver, then I would recommend looking into a hitch reducer like the Brophy 2 Inch to 1-1/4 Inch Reducer, # HT02. This will insert into your 2 inch receiver and provide a 1-1/4 inch receiver for your bike rack. If you are needing an adapter to use the Kuat NV for 2 Inch Receivers, # N101, in a 1-1/4 inch receive
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  • Is Kuat 2 Bike Folding Aluminum Rack # B202-114 Compatible on 2012 Nissan Versa
  • The Kuat Folding 2 Bike Aluminum Rack # B202-114 is a compatible fit for your 2012 Nissan Versa. This 13 lb Class I bike rack is highly-recommended for 1-1/4 inch trailer hitches and has a maximum weight capacity of 80 lbs. After some research on the Specialized Expedition Sport and Specialized Crossroads bikes, I have found this rack will carry these 2 bikes. If your bikes have the womens step-through style or alternative style frame, then we recommend using the Thule Bike Adapter Bar # TH98
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  • Kuat Sherpa Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Has See-Saw Movement with Jeep Cherokee
  • You would benefit from a couple of anti-rattle devices to take the play out from the connection points between the bike rack and adapter and between the adapter and the hitch receiver. Since you are using Kuat Sherpa rack # S102 or # S101, I would need to know what size the hitch receiver and extension you are using. The best option for 2 inch accessories is going to be the Quiet Hitch, # RM-061. I have linked a video showing how it works. For 1-1/4 accessories you can use # 93347. This de
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  • Is Kuat Sherpa 2-Bike Hitch-Mounted Rack # S101 Compatible for 2004 Honda CR-V
  • The Kuat Sherpa Hitch-Mounted Rack # S101 is compatible with the 2 inch receiver on your 2004 Honda CR-V, but I would recommend measuring to ensure the spare tire will not interfere. The clearance for this product is 10-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the platform when it is in the down position, 7-3/4 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the platform when it is folded and not in use, and 5-5/16 inches from the center pin hole to the closest bike on the bike rack.
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  • Will Kuat N101 Aluminum Hitch Mounted 2 Bike Rack Allow Rear Door Access on a BMW X5
  • The Kuat N101 is designed with a tilt-down feature to enable rear door access even with bikes loaded on the rack. However, we have not performed a test fit of this particular bike carrier on an X5, so I cannot state with absolute certainty that you will still be able to open your entire rear hatch. You absolutely will be able to open your small rear tailgate with the carrier in the tilted-down position. The exact amount of clearance for any given tailgate and rear hatch will depend to some de
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  • Bike Rack Recommendation for Carrying a Beach Cruiser on a 2006 Honda Accord SE
  • We have several bike rack options that will allow you to carry your beach cruiser on your 2006 Honda Accord. Beach Cruisers are typically larger and heavier bikes from a standard adult road bike so my recommendation for you would be to use a hitch mounted bike rack like the Kuat Beta Bike Rack, # B202-114. This bike rack has a weight capacity of 80 lbs and has many useful features such as anti-sway cradles, anti-wobble shank and a tilting design allowing easy access to the trunk of your vehicle.
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  • Will Kuat Sherpa Bike Rack Fit on 2012 Toyota Prius Compact
  • All of the bike racks that we carry are designed to carry 2 bikes or more. The Kuat Sherpa Hitch Bike Rack, part # S101, you have referenced is one of our best selling hitch bike racks. It will fit Class I and Class II 1-1/4 inch hitches and Class III 2-inch hitches. It is made of lightweight, rustproof aluminum and folds up out of the way when not being used. It uses an adjustable hook that grabs the front tire to hold your bike in place, so it does not touch the frame of your Trek bike. I am i
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  • Will the Kuat NV Bike Rack # N102 Fit a 2003 Honda Accord LX 4 door
  • I do not believe you will have any problem using the Kuat NV Bike Rack, # N102, on your 2003 Honda Accord LX, but it is always a good idea to measure for clearance before you buy a bike rack to ensure this rack will fit on your vehicle. I cannot guarantee the exact clearance measurement on your specific vehicle, but we have installed a trailer hitch on a similar 2004 Honda Accord and the distance from the center of the hitch pin hole to the rear edge of the bumper was only 3-1/2 inches. The
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  • Kuat Beta Recommendation for a 2013 Acura RDX
  • The Kuat Beta # B202-114 is a great, lightweight yet sturdy rack that I think would work well for you. At 13 lbs you really would not be able to find a rack that weighs less. Check out the customer reviews of this rack to see how much our customers like this rack. If you plan on carrying any womens or alternative framed bikes you may also be interested in purchasing a Thule Bike Adapter Bar # TH982XT. This rack will attach from the seat post to the steering stem to provide a horizontal attach
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  • Will the Kuat NV Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Clear the Tail Gate on a 2003 Toyota Tundra
  • On hitches that we have installed on your generation Toyota Tundra we have found that from the center of the hitch pin hole straight back to clear the back of the truck is approximately 4 inches. Take this measurement on your truck to determine the distance required. If you will have the tail gate down then measure to the end of the tail gate. With the Kuat bike rack # N101 installed in a receiver it measures 9-1/2 inches from center of hitch pin hole to nearest part of carrier when in down p
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  • Bike Rack Recommendation to Go Between a 2010 Toyota Tacoma and a Rockwood Popup Camper
  • I reocmmend a towing rack like # S64955 which is designed for up to 3 bikes. You will just need to use a long enough ball mount such as # 2736, # 80233 or # D-28 so the rack can clamp on properly. Also, when using a towing rack, the combined weight of the bikes and the rack count as tongue weight. The rack features rotating cradles on a single arm so it is compatible with many different bike types. The rotating cradles will allow you to mount bikes with slanted top frame bars level. Of step-
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  • Will the Kuat Sherpa Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2012 Subaru Outback Wagon
  • The Kuat Sherpa, # S102, measure approximately 7-3/4 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the nearest part of the rack when folded up. To determine if this is enough clearance, measure from the center of the hitch pin hole on your hitch straight back to the distance required to clear the rear of the vehicle. If it is less than 7-3/4 inches the rack will fit when folded up. An extender is an option but like you said it will reduce the tongue weight capacity by 50 percent. Kuat offic
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  • Compatibility of Kuat Core # N104 with 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  • To determine if the Kuat Core bike rack, part # N104 is compatible with your 1996 Grand Cherokee, you will need to measure the distance between your receiver hitch pin hole and the furthest rearward point of your rear bumper. If this distance is about 7 inches or less, the Kuat Core will indeed work on your Jeep. To carry a bike with 20 inch wheels, you will need the optional adapter, part # PN2024 which is not included with the rack. You might also be interested in a locking hitch pin, part
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  • Will the Kuat NV 4 Trailer Hitch Mount Bike Rack Fit a 2012 Toyota Sienna
  • The hitch on the Toyota Sienna does sit low. The Kuat NV4 bike rack # N101-103 platforms will be up several inches higher but on an incline steep enough or if you hit a bump or dip the right way, because the rack is so long, you may still see scraping on the bottom of the rack. The rack can fold up as you can see in the pictures and it can also tilt down. However, it differs from vehicle to vehicle on whether or not you can open the rear hatch withe the rack titled and the bikes loaded. I
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