If you have purchased the Kuat NV Base 2.0 2" receiver bike rack, and want to carry four bikes, this NV 2.0 Base Add-On 2 Bike Rack is the item you require. Three years of planning, design and development have gone into the NV 2.0 series, and is now much more refined with updates across the board, from the ratchet arms, to the cradles, as well as the security features and a fully redesigned pivot system. In just about every meaningful way to the user, this is a new rack. If you loved the NV, prepare to fall in love all over again.

One aspect of the redesign was driven by the reality that tires have gotten wider. Yes fat bikes have become common, and now there are more 3"+ oversized tire options for your 27.5 and 29" models. The new cradles and arm hooks will securely accommodate up to 4.8" tires with ease, without feeling sloppy on lower volume models. The new front cradle design is adjustable, and easy to manage, creating a more customize fit based on your wheel and bike size. The updated ratchet arms result in a more stable control, and the release button feels more intuitive, with easier action. Everything feels more refined and intuitive, solid.

The powder coated aluminum has a gloss dark gray finish, with water transferred logos, and the orange aluminum shafts of the ratcheting arms add a distinctive look that won't look out of place on any vehicle. The Add-On design is simple, and maintains all the features of the base rack. Installation of the 30lb unit is easy (you may want a helper) with the included hex wrench- here is the abridged version: you remove the end cap via the locking bolt. Pre-load the long mounting bolts into the Add-On, then insert into the end of the base rack. Then tighten the bolts down with the hex wrench, install the end cap on the Add-On, and slide in your repair stand. When installed and open, the rack extends back 57.5" from the receiver and weighs about 82lbs, unloaded. You can still open tilt away and close the rack to the vehicle, but it recommended you have two people when the rack is loaded. All other functions and the integrated bike cable locking system are the same as the base rack.

Keep in mind the NV Base 2.0 Add-On 2 Bike Rack is intended only for the 2.0 Base series NV rack in the 2" receiver version. It is not compatible with older NV racks, nor with the NV 2.0 Base 1¼" receiver model- which cannot be added-on to.