Kuat Sherpa 2.0 bike hitch rack review, unboxing, and assembly

[@nealbowser8574]

I just purchased my SECOND KUAT Sherpa rack. The first was a Sherpa 1, and it served me well for about 10 years until someone backed into it while I was away on a ride. Originally, I purchased the Sherpa because I was impressed with the quality of the construction, and the fact that the main frame was aluminum instead of steel. The aluminum made it lighter to manipulate while mounting, and reduced the corrosion risk. After 10 years of use, the rack showed very little wear, and performed flawlessly. The new Sherpa continues to impress with the quality of construction, and has also fixed the few weak points that the original Sherpa had. On one of my vehicles, I couldn’t fold the rack up because it wouldn’t clear the bumper. The security cable was also a little awkward to use. The new rack fixed all of that by redesigning the wheel holding platform that use to touch the car bumper, and the security cable now attaches to the rack in a much more elegant fashion. I continue to be impressed.

[@lpasatie]

Just bought this and such a solid rack. Highly recommend

[@kennypinsky5309]

Great job reviewing the product. Really like the shirt too.

[@jaw6551]

OMG, thank God I found your video. I've been trying to put this thing together for 2-days because I took everything out of the box. Thank you for showing us how to assembly when you make that dreadful mistake! Excellent instructions!

[@chrisxopher4442]

Thanks for your review! I’ve been looking for a rack for a few weeks now and my worst fear is losing it in traffic and it seems well worth the money, so thanks for your honest review!! Think I’ll be getting this soon.

[@tjscliving33]

I just purchased this exact bike rack and waiting on delivery. Thanks for the review and the instructions.

[@e2U]

bike companies should hire you two and mom...I was very impressed and happy to watch your video. Thank you.

[@michelgray9242]

Very informative, definitely getting this rack. Thanks!

[@daveburtcreative4294]

Just bought one.... can't wait to try it out. Tx for the vid!

[@MNM14ful]

Thank you for this very informative tutorial! I bought a Kuat Sherpa 2.0 and put it together today while watching your video. Thanks to you, I didn't make the mistake of taking everything out of the box! For me, watching your video made the job much easier than trying follow the user guide. The user guide recommends using a torque wrench to tighten the bolts to 15ft-lbs. I didn't see you do this, so I was wondering if this is really necessary?

[@millieatr]

As soon a i saw the nice wrench it came with i'm thinking probably more then i want to spend for a bike rack 😁

[@Skylion73]

Thanks a lot guys!!

[@rogerf3622]

Good real life review. Thx.

[@acexprt]

oh man i didnt even know it had a bike lock!! Sweet! i had just ordered mine too.

[@nosajmog]

I am wondering where you had the rack installed. I am trying to find a good installation place for less than $200. Any recommendations in the Philadelphia, Pa area.

[@induction7895]

The video is just so wide that it is distorted. The content is great, however. Thank you for the review.

[@jjay718]

I just ordered the same rack as well for a 21 Outback.

[@jakepaddyfield4767]

at 9:55... this guy looks like Steven Seagal ! Edit: After watching to the end of this video, I just noticed he's also got a microwave inside his DOOBARU! LOL.. Thanks for the review dude!

[@davide3129]

How solid is it when driving off-road on bumpy terrain?

[@MarkTheLostTraveler]

Nice review. Still thinking between the Sherpa 2.0 and the 1up.

[@drmoynihan]

What did you decide? When I saw the 1up it seemed that the hitch bolt was very flimsy, but this Serpa 2.0 has a full sized one. I am still deciding - but lifting my full suspension bike into the back of the pickup canopy is getting a bit heavier each time. :)

[@danielchapter70128]

drmoynihan same conundrum for me!! Just got a Trek Procaliber, and wish I’d gotten a rack first. I really like the 1up for many reasons but like the more secure fit of the Kuat hitch pin and tube integrated ball bearing. The Kuat will likely win for me since I can get one delivered in 6 days whereas right now 1Up has a back order ship date 45 days away.

[@danielchapter70128]

A third wild card entry I’m considering is the Saris SuperClam EX2. Far less money than the other two, but also I’m seeing some mixed reviews in the quality department some saying parts are not holding up after one year. Don’t like that.

[@amans7]

What were those velcro straps for?

[@the.fiteclub]

I have a question! I am curious how the Sherpa looks in the backup camera of your Outback, and what model year that is. I have a 2023 Outback on the way and would love a Sherpa if it is DECENT with the backup camera.

[@rolandoquesada5716]

3 months ago I bought a KUA Rack and it has been the worst experience I have ever had, the bikes have fallen in the middle of the road and it is very unsafe. The support has not been as expected.

[@rocket2811]

Isn’t transfer better than Sherpa?

[@pcproff]

I like everything except the allen wrench lock you can cut through butter with a sawzall

[@Adam_Lazor]

Great overview!

[@shahirsikder3389]

How many locks it comes with? I mean the cable

[@laserdisc5019]

Thanks for posting the video

[@jbrew44]

Very nice review. Thanks.

[@nicholasdisabatino1697]

If you wanted to instead of carrying a bike if you needed to transport like a crate could it go on there with bungies? '

[@punithpunith]

Thank you!

[@litespeedga]

What wheel size did you load onto the bike rack? It looks like the back tire hangs off a little. Did that cause any issues?

[@BeautyandtheBeastMTB]

27.5 and it is designed to hang off there, and to accommodate larger wheels.

[@litespeedga]

@@BeautyandtheBeastMTB thanks for your reply!

[@Blastcal]

Looking to get one. Nice info.

[@akiramatsuzawa3483]

Thanks for the review. Are you still able to use the rear view camera when the rack is folded up without bikes on the Outback?

[@BeautyandtheBeastMTB]

Our outback does not have a camera so unfortunately I do not know.

[@forgedrods15]

Kind of but not really, you can still kind of see through the rack but barely. Also the back up sensors go crazy because they think you’re about to hit something. You should be fine though.

[@johnnychem6445]

Does the exhaust and the heat cause any issues for the rack when it’s not in use when driving and tilted vertically?

[@BeautyandtheBeastMTB]

Not that we have noticed. It sits pretty high above and away from the exhaust. Only issue we had is we have had to retighten the anti sway every 6 months or so.

[@jovs176]

Can you help me. We just had our sherpa kuat and it is shaky our bikes even hit the ground while my husband is driving. We don’t know which part should we tighten to fix it we’re both newbie when it comes to these things

[@BeautyandtheBeastMTB]

There should be a round knob where the rack slide into the hitch. Turn it to the right to tighten.

[@Hahsnjs]

@@BeautyandtheBeastMTB You can also use the locking pin to tighten it even more. Hand tighten it first, then stick the locking pin in the middle of the round knob and turn clockwise to eliminate the sway even more.

[@claudesalazar6214]

thanks for the vid. How much does this rack go for?

[@BeautyandtheBeastMTB]

Around $550

[@obedrafael]

nice review

[@zachpark7854]

Nice job......thanks for this

[@moctezuma5998]

Thanx for posting

[@shotokun16]

When folded up is your rear license plate viewable?

[@e2U]

why are the nuts and bolts all silver and not the color of the unit...sad non-thought detail.

[@lillyspops]

Once you “wrench” a nut or bolt that has been painted, it kills the paint and looks like junk.

[@brianbassett4379]

Good thing you don't have fenders on the bikes.

[@mogeking56]

I would toss the lock cable because it is very easy to cut. Thieves will be watching for you if you use cheap lock 🔐 cables

[@timallison8560]

it sorta obstructs your license plate however

[@ESlayton-ze7rg]

if you follow instructions the rack would never be man handled like in this video. can't subscribe here. sorry.