Fit Test: Kuat Piston SR Bike Rack for 1 Bike on a 2020 Subaru Forester Video

Hi Tom, For a single-bike rack with a true 2" shank I recommend the Kuat Piston SR Bike Rack for 1 Bike #KU88ZR. This bike rack is rated for use on all vehicles, 5th wheels, motorhomes, travel trailers, and flat towed vehicles so you'll be…

Kuat has a couple single bike racks like the Kuat Transfer part #KU64FR or the super nice Piston Pro #KU88ZR but they do not offer a version of the NV #BA22B for a single bike. I would need to know what your vehicle is to determine if we have a hitch…

There are some subtle difference between the Kuat Piston Pro Bike Rack for 2 Bikes #KU76ZR and the Kuat Piston Pro X Bike Rack for 2 Bikes #KU98VR. Overall the two racks are very similar, there are just some subtle differences/upgrades on the Piston…

On your Yakima Hold-Up Bike Rack #Y02445 and others with an anti-rattle feature the anti-rattle device in the shank applies pressure to push the rack's shank against the inside of the hitch receiver tube. This pressure can cause some slight…

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

Thanks for reaching out, Roy! The term "best" can be a little subjective since everyone has their own experiences and needs/wants, but in regards to which bike rack has the best features it is the Thule Epos Bike Rack #TH99XE hands-down…

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

Hey Joe, I spoke with Kuat since I didn't have a Kuat Piston SR Bike Rack #KU88ZR on hand to measure and they stated that from the center of the hitch pin hole in the shank to the start of the wheel tray is 9-1/2". You would likely need a…

Hey Dave, so the best option for carrying your carbon frame bike and e-bike is the Swagman Escapee part #S39SR with the ramp #S59SR . It has the capacity for carrying an e-bike, is rated for travel trailer use, only touches the bikes by the tires…

That all depends on the style of bike you're going to be using. The Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 2 Bikes item #HLY94FR you were looking at is a great option for bikes with alternative frames and fenders. It uses padded cradles with…