Kuat Piston ION 

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The Piston ION e-bike rack is built tough and ready for adventure, delivering Kuat’s signature style without compromising on function. Purpose-built for today’s heavy e-bikes yet v ersatile enough for almost any ride, it carries up to two bikes with secure, hassle-free transport. RV and off-road rated*, the Piston ION is ideal for cargo e-bikes, e-MTB riders, road trip travel, and riders who go off the grid or around the block. The Kuat Piston ION is the e-bike rack built for adventure, engineered to handle today’s heaviest rides while delivering the style and innovation Küat is known for. Constructed from mostly aluminum, the ION blends premium materials and features, ensuring unmatched performance. Specifically designed for heavy e-bikes yet versatile enough to work with almost any bike, the ION carries up to two bikes at 100 lbs each with zero frame contact. A new Foot Pedal Lock and PedalPivot™ system make folding the rack up or down simple and intuitive, while the FastFit™ tool-free wheel chock system ensures quick adjustment for a wide range of wheel sizes. The Piston ION isn’t limited to paved roads. It’s approved for RV use and off-road rated, so you can haul your e-mountain bikes deep into the backcountry or hit gravel routes with confidence. For RV setups, each tray supports up to 80 lbs per bike, while off-road use allows for 50 lbs per bike. With a 2” hitch-only design, adjustable wheel stabilizers for a secure bike fit, and fender compatibility, it adapts to the demands of riders. Packed with premium details that elevate it beyond standard racks, the ION includes a semi-integrated 12mm high-strand cable lock, stainless steel barrel hitch lock, and an aluminum ramp for easy e-bike loading and unloading. Optional accessories like the ION Light Kit and License Plate Mount keep you visible on the road. Finished with a powder coat and backed by our No Worries Limited Warranty, the Piston ION is built to last as long as your adventures. Perfect for: Cargo e-bikes, e-MTB riders, road trip travel, and riders who go off the grid or around the block.BIKE RAMP INCLUDEDThe lightweight all-aluminum ramp quickly hooks onto the ION tire arm joints and telescopes to the perfect length for easy bike loading on any terrain. When not in use, the ramp easily stows away in your trunk or truck bed for transport and storage. 100 LBS. CAPACITY With 100 lbs per tray capacity and front and rear wheel stabilizers, the Piston ION is perfect for carrying heavy e-bikes with confidence and stability.FENDER COMPATIBLEEasily adjust the wheel chock with a quick slide to fit the correct wheel size when using fenders. For the best fit, position the wheel chock as close to the fenders as possible and secure with provided hook-and-loop tire strap. Always use the rear tire strap on the tray when carrying bikes with fenders. RV & OFF ROAD APPROVED Take your bikes beyond the pavement. The Piston ION™ is both RV and off-road ready and built to handle varied terrain while keeping your bikes secure. Weight capacity decreases to 80 lbs. per tray with approved RV use and 50 lbs. per tray for off-road use.*FOOT PEDAL LOCKThe ION foot pedal features a new Foot Pedal Lock. Simply spin the knob clockwise to engage or disengage (red showing means disengaged). Ensure the Foot Pedal Lock is fully engaged when loaded and in use.PATENTED FLATLOCK™ HITCH CAMThe Piston ION uses our patented Flatlock Hitch Cam System, delivering a solid, wobble-free fit in your hitch receiver. It has a convenient hand-tightening knob for a fast, simple, and secure installation. No tools needed.Highlights: 100 lbs per tray maximum capacity RV compatible with 2" chassis-mounted hitch (80 lbs per tray) 57" Max Wheelbase* 18"-29" Wheel Size Range 4.8" Max Tire Width *with use of Strap Extender Kit Off-Road compatible (50 lbs per tray) E-Bike Ramp included Accessory Light Kit available Accessory License Plate Mount available Fender compatible with Fender Strap Kit (2 straps included) Hand-tight hitch cam system PedalPivot™ easily folds rack up and down No frame contact Integrated front tire stabilizer Stainless steel & automotive-grade hardware No-fade Powdercoat FastFit™ Wheel Chock System Stainless steel barrel hitch lock Semi-integrated high-strand 12mm cable lock Patented Flatlock™ Hitch Cam No Worries Limited Warranty Show more