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FUNCTIONAL - DURABLE DESIGN
Built to perform day after day, the NV Base 2.0 features all-metal construction, a premium matte powder coat finish, and automotive-grade hardware throughout. Whether you're transporting carbon road bikes, burly e-MTBs, or anything in between, this rack is ready to haul. The adjustable tire cradles offer three positions to reduce bar and saddle conflicts between bikes, making every loadout smooth and frustration-free.
E-BIKE READY + EXPANDABLE
This rack handles serious weight. Each tray supports bikes up to 60 lbs—including e-bikes—with a generous 50” max wheelbase and optional compatibility for 5” tires using Kuat’s Phat Tire Kit. The 2” version is Add-On compatible, letting you expand to 3 or 4 bikes as your crew grows.
SECURE - SEAMLESS INTEGRATION
Fully integrated cable locks and a matching hitch lock keep your bikes safe while you step away. The cable locks are long enough to loop through any frame, then retract smoothly back into the rack when not in use. And the hand-tight cam system locks the rack into your hitch with zero wobble—no tools, no stress.
SIMPLY INTUITIVE
From its no-tool install to its foot-operated pivot system, the NV Base 2.0 is built to be effortless. Fold it up or tilt it down with just a tap—even with your hands full. Every contact point and moving part has been dialed for real-world use, making this rack a favorite for riders who want high-end features without overthinking them.
MAXIMUM UTILITY
Meet the NV Base 2.0: Kuat's most popular hitch rack, now stripped back and matte black. Built to haul two bikes—up to 60 lbs each—this rack features tool-free install, integrated security, adjustable cradles, and sleek styling that means business. Available in 1.25” and 2” hitch sizes, and expandable to 3 or 4 bikes with Add-Ons (2” models only). It’s everything you need, and nothing you don’t.
| Bike Capacity | 2 Bikes (Add-On compatible for 2” models only) |
| Hitch Sizes | 1.25" or 2" |
| Max Weight (per tray) | 60 lbs |
| Wheelbase Compatibility | Up to 50" |
| Max Tire Width | Up to 5" (with Phat Tire Kit) |
| Mounting Style | No frame contact (front-tire hook + rear strap) |
| Locking | Integrated cable locks + hitch lock included |
| Construction | Steel + aluminum with matte black powder coat |
| Weight | 52 lbs (2-bike rack) |
| RV Compatibility | Compatible with some Class B chassis only (e.g., camper vans) |
| Electric Bike Compatible | Yes, up to 60 lbs per tray |
| Resources | User Guide | Product Dimensions | Assembly Video | How-To-Use Video |
