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This 3-bike rack is perfect for the serious cyclist and occasional riders. It's safe for carbon frames, has a foot pedal that lets you use both hands to tilt for trunk access and fold for storage, and the U-shaped design makes it easy to load.
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Note: May interfere with bikes with front fenders.
The Transfer V2 has ratcheting hooks that grab your bikes firmly by the front wheel - not the frame. It's perfect for carrying carbon bikes or bikes with a custom paint job. To load a bike, simply place your front wheel in the cradle, rotate the arm up and over the wheel, and press down firmly on the ratcheting hook.
In its upright position the front cradles sit at the optimal position for holding normal-size bikes. However, you can adjust the cradles so that smaller bikes sit more toward the center of the rack or to prevent bikes from bumping into each other. To adjust the pitch, use the included Allen key to flip the bolt locator tabs upside down.
The rear wheel cradles accommodate a wide variety of bike wheelbases. They pivot front to back, adjusting automatically to each bike's wheelbase - no need for sliding and tightening. Secure the wheels in place with the built-in ratcheting strap. Strap extenders (sold separately) let you carry fat bikes.
Most platform-style racks force you to reach out and over the rack to load your bikes or walk around to the back of the rack to access the bike closest to your vehicle. The U-shaped frame allows you to walk inside the rack and get close to your bikes to lift them. Also, it won't block your backup camera when it's folded up.
The spring-loaded foot lever is easily accessible even with your bikes loaded. No more crawling through your bikes or squeezing between the rack and the vehicle to hit the tilt release lever.
The foot lever lets you tilt the rack down with bikes loaded for cargo area access. It leaves both hands free so that you can lower the rack in a controlled manner. When the rack is unloaded you can fold it up for storage.
The rack is easy to install. Just slide the shank into your hitch and use the included 8-mm Allen wrench to tighten the flatlock cam. An anti-rattle wedge is deployed inside the shank to help take play out of the hitch connection.
The Allen wrench has an indentation, so it can only be used with the Transfer. This helps keep the rack secure on your vehicle. You'll need to store it in a safe place because you'll need it when you want to remove the rack. You can also use a locking hitch pin (sold separately) for extra rack security.
The Transfer also includes a cable lock that secures your bikes to the rack. The 1/4" thick, braided steel cable threads through your bike's frames, and locks back into the rack.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (135 Customer Reviews)
This 3-bike rack is perfect for the serious cyclist and occasional riders. It's safe for carbon frames, has a foot pedal that lets you use both hands to tilt for trunk access and fold for storage, and the U-shaped design makes it easy to load.I purchased the Kuat Transfer V2 after trying and returning the less expensive and frustrating Thule Apex XT 4 which would have needed the additional cross supports to properly transport the three hardtail mountain bikes we own. After about 40 minutes of assembly of the V2 with a good set of instructions, I was able to install the rack on the back of our vehicle quickly and get the bikes loaded in no time. Bike loading with the split mast design was easy and I was able to reach the foot pivot to lower the rack for access into the rear of the vehicle with the bikes loaded easily. The bikes sat in the support cradles securely and the handlebars did not interfere with each other. The rear tire ratchet straps were easy to secure and did not interfere with the wheel cradles while loading the bikes which I liked. The bike lock is easy to access and the cable secured to the rack easily. Overall I’m very pleased with the purchase and glad I sprung a bit more for a platform rack.
Received in a wel packaged box yesterday afternoon and quickly assembled following excellent step by step instructions. Rack to be mounted to my truck 2 inch hitch later this afternoon, then will size each of the three bikes on each platform. Want to thank e- trailer from order to delivery, great support. Next step based on excellent recommendation from Kyle S back on 18 Feb is to add a swing out capability with the Yakima back swing swing away hitch extender later this Fall, one step at a time. More to follow, Thanks!
Ordering from etrailer is always a great experience. From researching a product before purchase, asking questions to etrailer team before purchase. Ordering, tracking package delivery, to the install videos, and follow up by etrailer team. What a great process. The Kuat Transfer v2 3 bike rack is very solid and nice looking rack. Even fits a kids 16 inch wheel bike. Very pleased with this purchase.
Michael - 12/14/2022This rack came very well packaged with easy instructions to follow. It took about 1 hour to put it together. It is a very high quality product. We have it on our Subaru Crosstrek and it doesn't interfere with opening the back hatch when the rack is in the down position. The bikes are a breeze to load and unload. I highly recommend this bike rack.
This carrier is really well made. It's heavy and heavy duty. Handles our three mountain bikes with no trouble at all. Two things that could be improved, the hooks don't slide easily into place unless the thumb release is pressed. Maybe that's intentional, but it's annoying.
Secondly, the foot release is hard to reach with the bikes loaded. I've seen other brands that have a longer peddle which would be helpful.
One important thing to understand, there's an allen key included for locking the carrier into the hitch receiver. This needs to be tight in order to 1. keep the rack from wobbling side-to-side and 2. to keep the carrier from being removed (and stolen).
I've had good luck with this rack. I still think it's a little harder to put bikes on than the 1Up style racks, but it's been secure, the stability is good, it's nice to be able to carry three bikes, and it folds up nice.
This is my second order from etrailer and they are top of the line professional. Everything from communication to prompt shipping. I received my order as described on time and in good working order.
The Kuat transfer 2 bike carrier is an excellent choice at this price point. Takes some easy assembly, works great. You can tell Kuat takes pride in their craftsmanship. Well made product. I’m looking forward to putting it to good use and hoping it holds up to its promising outlook
Easy to put together and install on to the vehicle
Able to maneuver around and mount the bikes on it with no issues whatsoever.We are using it for 35inch tire electric bikes and they fit just fine. Haven't driven anywhere with it yet, so can't review that at the moment!
Customer service from etrailer and Kuat was excellent. Took me a little bit of time to put together, especially sliding the forks on (they are also a little squeaky a few months in). But for the price, I do think this was the best option for me. Getting bikes on/off is a breeze!
Driven over 3,000 miles with these. The product performs without flaws. I never think about me bikes anymore and used to have to get out and adjust them on the rack every hour.
Bike rack has been great. Very satisfie d!!!
Very solid rack; my only complaint is that the locking cable is too short when all three bike slots are in use. I had to buy a padlock and 4 ft extension cable to secure the bikes to the rack. Also does not come with a locking bolt, although there is a different type of locking nut which seems secure enough when properly tightened.
Great value for money. Lighter than many other options makes it much easier to take on an off. I added the 1 bike add on and it works well as a 4 bike rack
This bike rack was exactly what I wanted in a trailer bike rack: sturdiness, ease of use, and a rack that keeps each bike (3 on this rack) separate and secure.
Built very well. I am missing a small piece of hardware, but other than that very satisfied with product.
Great bike rack at an excellent price. etrailer made the process quick and easy!
Excellent product. It requires some assembly but it's not hard. The rack is sturdy, doesn't flex or away. I extremely like the foot pedal design compare to others that requires messing with pins and nobs to fold up and down. The fact that the center is wide open makes it very easy to load the bikes up and easily manuverable when inserting the hitch as I can stand inside the rack close to the hitch.
All in all I am extremely happy with the purchase. Thanks Kaut for such a thoughtful product and etrailer for carrying it with a fair price.
A little heavy and feels a little over built for the type of bikes we have but once is on and the bikes are loaded, this works like a dream!
etrailer provided excellent service and did a very good job of letting me know when my order would ship, told me when it did ship, and followed up after it was delivered.
The rack is everything that I expected from etrailer and Kuat. I would highly recommend both to my friends and family.
This rack is awesome! You can't beat it for the money
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