Piston® Pro

Piston® Pro

SKU: PP22B

The Piston Pro 2-bike rack for your car features all-metal construction, OneTap pneumatic tire arms that make no contact with the bike frame, and tool-free wheel chock slides. Electric bike ready, this rack holds up to 67 pounds per tray.

Capacity
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Color: Sandy Black
$1,098.00
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Description

The Piston Pro hitch rack features some of the same great features as the Piston Pro X minus the integrated LED taillights and the Kashima-coated piston arms.

This bike rack for your car is all-metal and can safely transport bikes and electric bikes weighing up to 67 lbs. per tray or 42 lbs. per tray on chassis-mounted RV hitch.

With just one tap, the pneumatic arms open wide and grab your bike tire perfectly, creating no contact with the frame. Whether you’re rolling on smallish wheels or beefy tires, you won’t need any adapters or tools to make them fit. Just squeeze and slide the adjustable wheel chocks to hold 18”-29” tires.

Additionally, the Piston Pro hitch rack will hold bikes with wheelbases up to 53” and tires as wide as 5”.

And, when it comes to security, we didn’t cut any costs. The provided hitch lock keeps the bike rack secured and safe, while the semi-integrated 12mm cable lock makes sure your bike stays locked up tight while looking tight.

Features
  • 99% Metal Construction
  • OneTap™ levers make loading your bikes easy, and fun
  • FastFit™ Wheel Chock System allows for changing wheel sizes from 18” to 29” in seconds, tool-free
  • Semi-Integrated 12mm Cable Lock
  • Stainless Steel Hardware
  • No Frame Contact
  • Tiered Trays
RV Compatibility
  • The dedicated 2” Piston Pro (2-Bike) is RV compatible with chassis-mounted hitch receivers.
    (weight capacity: 42 lbs.)
  • All other configurations of the Piston Pro are only compatible with some Class B chassis, such as camper vans.
  • See Limitations
Electric Bike Compatibility

This bike rack is all metal and can safely transport bikes and electric bikes weighing up to 67 lbs. per tray before Add-Ons - see all weight capacities below.

2

Bike Capacity
*Add-Ons Available

67 lbs.

Per Tray with 2" 2-Bike
60 lbs. for 1.25"
*changes with Add-Ons

42 lbs.

Per Tray on Chassis-Mount RV Hitch

53"

Max Wheelbase
*changes with Fender Strap Kit

5"

Max Tire Width

Features
OneTap™

Hit the levers and watch as the cradle arms open automatically into position. Küat’s new patented pneumatic OneTap levers make loading your bikes easy, and fun.

FastFit™

Wheel Chock System allows for changing wheel sizes from 18” to 29” in seconds, tool-free.

All Metal

99% METAL CONSTRUCTION

Just because it’s sexy doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy duty. The Piston Pro is all metal and ready to take on all the adventure you can throw at it.

Electric Bike Compatible

This bike rack is all metal and can safely transport bikes and electric bikes weighing up to 67 lbs. per tray (on the 2” 2-Bike variation) before Add-Ons - see all weight capacities below.

No Frame Contact

Touchless arms grab the tires, keeping your bike secure and your paint pristine.

EasyClip™

EasyClip patent-pending tray tabs make assembling your Piston® quick and painless. Spend all that time you save riding your bike.

RV Compatible

Küat’s limited warranty only covers use of some of its receiver hitch-mounted bicycle racks with some recreational vehicles (RVs) as described here.

Stainless Hardware

Igus™ bushings, stainless steel, and automotive-grade hardware keep the burly, long-lasting trend going. This rack will stand up to years of demanding mileage and use.

Stainless Steel Hitch Lock

Matching hitch lock included keyed to match the lock cores on your cable lock.

Pedal Pivot

Fold your Piston up or down with the convenient patented foot pedal.

Patented Flatlock™ Hitch Cam

The patented Flatlock hitch cam keeps things stable and its tamper-resistant head keeps it secure. Plus, we've added a stainless steel hitch lock for double security and additional peace of mind.

Specifications
Capacity

Piston Pro 2-Bike Rack
67 lbs. per tray on 2” 2-bike
60 lbs. for 1.25” version
Holds wheelbases up to 53” and tires sizes up to 5"
Dedicated 2” model is able to carry up to 3 or 4 bikes with optional Piston® Pro Add-On

Piston Pro Add-Ons (*2” models only)
3-Bike configuration (using +1-Bike Add-On): 50 lbs. per tray
4-Bike configuration (using +2-Bike Add-On): 40 lbs. per tray

RV Compatibility

The dedicated 2” Piston Pro (2-Bike) is RV Compatible if:

  1. The receiver hitch is directly attached to the RV chassis, not just to the bumper; and
  2. The bicycle rack is in a 2-bike (or fewer) configuration with no add-on unit attached; and
  3. The weight capacity does not exceed more than 42 lbs. per tray.

All other Piston Pro configurations (including the 1.25" with and without hitch adapters) are ONLY compatible with some Class B chassis, such as camper vans.

RV Compatibility Limitations

Weight

Piston Pro 2-Bike Rack
1.25” 2-Bike Rack: 61 lbs
2” 2-Bike Rack: 63 lbs

Piston Pro Add-Ons (*2” models only)
3-Bike Configuration using the +1-Bike Add-On: 89 lbs.
4-Bike Configuration using the +2-Bike Add-On: 111 lbs.

Shipping

SHIPPING WEIGHT
2-Bike, 1.25”: 74 lbs
2-Bike, 2”: 75 lbs
1-Bike Add-On: 34 lbs
2-Bike Add-On: 59 lbs

SHIPPING DIMENSIONS
Piston Pro 2-Bike Rack: 35” x 28” x 10”
Piston Pro 1-Bike Add-On: 35” x 14” x 10”
Piston Pro 2-Bike Add-On: 35” x 23” x 10”

EASY AND EFFICIENT
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EASY AND EFFICIENT

Hit the levers and watch as the cradle arms open automatically into position. Küat’s new patented pneumatic OneTap levers make loading your bikes easy and fun.

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Just because it’s sexy doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy duty. The Piston Pro is all metal and ready to take on all the adventure you can throw at it.

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FORM + FUNCTION

Touchless arms grab the tires, keeping your bike secure and your paint pristine.

ACCESSIBLE
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ACCESSIBLE

Fold your Piston up or down with the convenient patented foot pedal.

EASY AND EFFICIENT

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ONETAP™

Hit the levers and watch as the cradle arms open automatically into position. Küat’s new patented pneumatic OneTap levers make loading your bikes easy and fun.

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ALL METAL

Just because it’s sexy doesn’t mean it isn’t heavy duty. The Piston Pro is all metal and ready to take on all the adventure you can throw at it.

FORM + FUNCTION

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NO FRAME CONTACT

Touchless arms grab the tires, keeping your bike secure and your paint pristine.

ACCESSIBLE

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FOOT & HAND PIVOT

Fold your Piston up or down with the convenient patented foot pedal.

EXPAND YOUR PISTON PRO X

When you're ready to double up the excitement, effortlessly add up to two extra riders using our 1-Bike or 2-Bike Add-Ons. The user-friendly modular design makes attaching the additional trays a no-brainer. The Piston Pro Add-Ons, taking you AND your crew to the adventure.

1-Bike Add-On

Quick change from 2 to 3 bikes / holds up to 50 lbs. per tray. See Details

2-Bike Add-On

Quick change from 2 to 4 bikes / holds up to 40 lbs. per tray. See Details

Piston Pro FAQ

What are the differences between the Piston Pro X and the Piston Pro?

The Piston Pro does not have integrated LED taillights and does not sport the Kashima-coated piston arms. Other than these two differences, the racks are precisely the same and boast all the same weight capacities

Can I add lights to this rack later?

No.

Can I use fenders with the Piston Pro X?

No, fender kits are sold separately and can be purchased here.

I have difficulty lifting my heavy E-bike onto the trays. Do you offer a ramp?

Yes, you can read more about our Access Ramp here.

Do you sell a license plate holder for the Piston Pro?

Yes! You can find more information on our Piston Pro License Plate Mount here.

Is the 1.25” hitch size Piston Pro X compatible with Add-Ons?

No. Only the 2” hitch size Piston Pro X model will allow Add-Ons.

My arms are not exactly level when in the lowered position. Is that okay?

Piston Pro arms may not sit level due to the back pressure on the piston strut. This is the nature of the design and does not affect the rack's function.

How long is the external cable lock that comes with my Piston Pro?

110”

Should I lubricate my locks?

Yes! The locks will arrive lubed from the factory. Each time you lube up your bike chain, squirt a drop or two in the lock on your rack. This will prolong their life and make them easier to use.

Can I use a bike cover/rain cover with my rack?

Absolutely not! A cover would create a significant amount of wind resistance. The extra resistance would increase the strain on your hitch rack, causing it to break.

General FAQ

No Worries Limited Warranty

Let’s face it, we all have enough to worry about. Your Küat product shouldn’t be one of those things. All of our products are backed by our No Worries limited warranty. Many products are backed with a lifetime limited warranty. Read the full warranty terms here for more details. So, don’t worry, something goes wrong. We’ve got your back.

Future Forest Initiative

Working together, Küat Racks and the National Forest Foundation will plant trees in targeted National Forests around the United States. All racks will symbolize the effort with Future Forest Initiative stickers, so adventurers will know that their rack is not only going to help them get out and do more, but literally create a better future for National Forests. It’s a commitment and tradition that Küat Racks couldn’t be more proud of.

Product Support

Talk to one of our team members, register your bike rack, file warranty claims, find parts, download product guides, and so much more. We are here to help!

Product Registration

Be sure to register your Küat Rack! The information you submit may be used to better our products, send you free swag, or concoct inner office jokes. Küat honors this limited warranty on all Küat brand products for original owners of the product. This warranty is not transferable.

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