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March 1st Hello - will you be stocking the Küat Piston Pro X - 2 bike rack? Model PX22G Thanks, Gordie

asked by: Gordie D

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Helpful Expert Reply:

We do carry the Kuat Piston Pro X PX22G with our part number # KU98VR.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

E-bikes are challenging in a few ways for bike racks in ways like you mentioned. The frames are unusual shapes, they are heavy, and they have fenders. This means you need a bike rack that uses unique frame clamps and that have higher weight…

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Answer 2

The bike rack I highly recommend for a pair of 60 lb e-bikes is the Yakima OnRamp E-Bike Platform Rack #Y36FR. The reasons I really like the OnRamp is because of its value; compared to other e-bike racks that have a ramp the OnRamp is more economical…

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Answer 3

The manufacturer has to test the bike rack and give their approval for it to be rated for flat towing. It basically all comes down to just liability. We do have a little guide on each bike rack page displaying the vehicle types each bike rack is…

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In regards to Thule bike racks, a hitch mounted bike rack on the rear of the towed vehicle will need to be RV approved in order to abide by their warranty. The Thule T2 part #TH69JV is approved for Motorhomes, but not Fifth Wheels or Travel Trailers,…

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Answer 5

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…

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Answer 6

To me it makes the most sense to put a Bike Rack #HLY64FR on the flat towed vehicle rather than above the tow bars. Especially on heavy e-bikes as they are difficult to lift that high onto the rack, but also as it only makes sense to have the rack on…

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Answer 7

Hey Paul, There unfortunately isn't a bike rack that's going to meet all of your needs/wants at this weight capacity but I have a couple of options depending on a few factors: Option 1: Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE Bike Rack #HLY84FR. This…

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Answer 8

Hey Joel, we have bike racks that will work for you but the Inno bike rack part #IN25RR only fits up to 3-1/2 inch wide tires. The Kuat Piston Pro bike rack part #KU66ZR would work great as it can fit a bike tire width up to 5 inches.

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Answer 9

I can definitely see how the specs can be a bit confusing. That said, I can say with 100% certainty that this will still work perfectly for you. The 42 pound per bike capacity you are seeing for the Kuat Piston Pro X #KU98VR is ONLY when installed…

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Answer 10

The Tow Defender #RM-4700 you found is really our best option to protect the front of your 2024 Chevrolet Trax. This screen helps to deflect any road debris back down to the ground to keep it traveling under your Trax. This particular cover is…

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Answer 11

If you use the Fender Straps Adapter part #KU43VR with the Kuat Piston Pro X #KU98VR it can be used to carry bikes with fenders like yours so it would work great with yours.

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Answer 12

The Kuat Piston Pro X Bike Rack for 2 Bikes part #KU98VR can be used on a travel trailer but the capacity is reduced when doing so to 42 lbs per bike per Kuat. If you're looking for a higher capacity option, I recommend the Swagman E-Spec Bike…

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