Kuat Piston SR Rooftop Bike Rack
- 1 bike, 67 pounds load capacity
- 18 to 29 inch wheels, 5 inch max tire, 53 inch max wheelbase
- OneTap hydro-pneumatic arm, no frame contact
- 10mm cable lock built in
- Kashima-coated struts, folds when not in use
- 12kg (26.5 lbs)
- Factory, aftermarket, T-channel and overlanding crossbars
- Limited lifetime No Worries warranty
Updated 21 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A roof mount that holds the bike by its tire with a one tap arm, so nothing touches the frame. It carries one bike and loading still means lifting overhead.
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ASIN: B0BWBTXM9QCategory: Car Bike Racks
Overview
A hydro-pneumatic arm that opens with one tap and clamps the tire, never the frame, is the heart of the Kuat Piston SR roof rack. A FastFit wheel chock adjusts to different wheel sizes without tools, and the mount folds down when no bike is aboard.
Frame-free tire clamping and quick loading are the reasons to buy for riders who want nothing touching the frame. As a roof mount it still requires lifting the bike overhead, and it carries one bike.
Who it's for
Riders with crossbars already fitted, from small wheels up to big mountain tires, fit here. Shorter riders or owners of tall vehicles may struggle with overhead loading.
Pros and cons
- No frame contact
- One tap arm opening
- Tool-free wheel size adjustment
- Integrated cable lock
- One bike per rack
- Roof loading needs lifting
Performance notes
The pressurized arm opens on a tap and closes onto the tire, so the bike is held by its wheel, not its tubes. Powder coat, stainless hardware and coated struts are built to resist weather on long trips.
Specifications
| Brand | Kuat |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Load capacity | 67 pounds |
| Item weight | 12kg (26.5 lbs) |
| Item length | 35 inches |
| Item dimensions | 63.78 x 11 x 7 inches |
| Max tire width | 5 inches |
| Wheel size range | 18 to 29 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Bike capacity | 1 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal, Tiger Drylac powder coat, stainless hardware, Kashima-coated struts |
| Color | Sandy Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Crossbar, roof |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Factory, aftermarket, T-channel and overlanding crossbars |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 2 keys, 4mm security hex key, crossbar brackets, T-channel nuts and bolts |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Kuat No Worries, limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Max wheelbase | 53 inches |
| Bike hold style | Tire hold, OneTap hydro-pneumatic arm, FastFit wheel chock |
| Lock | Integrated 10mm cable lock |
Frequently asked questions
Will my bike fit the Kuat Piston SR?
It fits tire sizes from 18 to 29 inches, tires up to 5 inches wide and wheelbases up to 53 inches.
Does the Kuat Piston SR come assembled?
Yes. It comes fully assembled out of the box, with the hardware for crossbar installation.
Can the Kuat Piston SR be locked?
Yes. A 10mm cable lock is built in, and 2 keys come with it.