You and your video saved my life! haha. Im going on a solo trip and bringing my bike and was super close to having a meltdown because I just could not figure out how to put this thing together. And thanks to this video it was a breeze! great work Dave!
This video was so helpful! We appreciate the clear instructions and good picture/views. We were able to put it on correctly the first time ! Very pleased with this bike rack.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for the kind comment! The KAC K2 is a very nice bike rack. I’ve been using it for a while and I’m very satisfied with it as well! Dave
I should have started in the comments by saying Thank you for making that video. Because of you I realized I made a few mistakes when using it. Thanks again for taking the time to put this well done video together.
Thank you excellent video. I’ve had my rack for about a year and a half and haven’t put it on my SUV yet. The point now where I want to take my bike places, the rack is already put together, but your tips and tricks helped a lot. My bike is about 60 pounds so it is heavy. I saw somebody tilt the rack down and then put his bike and it was much easier. Then He put the rack up again.
Hi Dave, Thank you for this video. A few comments. It appears yours came more assembled than mine. I had to insert all the rod tightening brackets myself, and insert the center rod first because it did not come assembled. It also did not have the straps installed. I also noticed the directions said you must install the long hook first and when I watched your video I noticed you did the short one first most likely to accommodate the ebike v shaped step through. Nonetheless, I hope to get this rack completed and out of this hot heat and take the bikes to the beach! 107 today in Santa Clarita, CA!
Thanks so much for your comments! That is interesting that yours has additional assembly to do. Hopefully you will be good to go and get to the beach! Took my rack to the New Jersey Shore a few weeks ago and it worked great!!
You think that 1.25 would hold the eahora juliet bike (without battery in it)? It Would Be 90lbs without battery and i would use for just the one bike.
@@JasonXBeats in the description they say this is rated for 120 pounds. Another section says that it’s rated for 60 pounds but I believe that is per bike. So the weight should not be an issue. I would however, suggest you use an additional anti-wobble system as we found out after this video there system is not very good. It failed at 1500 miles. I do have a another video explaining how we fix this. If you use an anti-wobble plate along with their system, you should be all right. Thanks for watching.
Excellent video sir! Was on the fence about buying this one from Menards but looks like it’s well made and easy to deal with. Thank you for putting this video together was extremely helpful.
I am so glad it helped! I really like this rack as well, used it quite a few times already and no complaints! Thanks for watching the video and leaving a comment. It is greatly appreciated! Dave
Thanks for great video! Curious about if any noisy rattle once you’re driving with this rack on. Some hitches come with a antirattle device or some such thingy. Do you still recommend it after using it for a while?
Thanks for the question! I have used the rack on many occasions so far carrying an E-bike and a road bike and have not noticed any rattles. Yes, I still recommend the rack! Thanks for watching! Dave
Good catch! I just re-watched the video and sure enough I show putting the screw in and then later on sliding the hold down bar off of the top. You are correct, if you put that screw in, you will not be able to slide the bar off the top like I showed. So the screw is optional. I just took a look at my rack and I do have that screw removed. It does make it easier to load the bikes when you can pull those clamps all the way off. Thanks so much for your comment and question !!
its a good rack i carry 2 ebikes with batteries removed. i also still get great gas mileage compared to my thule t2 pro xt. that rack weighs 6lbs more at 49lbs but its a gas hog. i also like that the outer trays can be removed to make it a 1 rack system with even better gas mileage.
No, the weight limit on the KAC K2 is 70 lbs. Your Amazing Eahora Juliet weighs about 88 without the battery. You will need to find something a bit stronger. I will reply again later today with some options for you!
You and your video saved my life! haha. Im going on a solo trip and bringing my bike and was super close to having a meltdown because I just could not figure out how to put this thing together. And thanks to this video it was a breeze! great work Dave!
Thanks for the comment! I am so happy to hear it helped you out!
Dave
After viewing this video I purchased the KAC rack and it really was a good purchase and I just wanted to Thank you!
Thanks so much for the nice comment! I appreciate the feedback!
Dave
You sold another from our household…ty Dave!!
I bought one
This video was so helpful! We appreciate the clear instructions and good picture/views. We were able to put it on correctly the first time ! Very pleased with this bike rack.
Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for the kind comment! The KAC K2 is a very nice bike rack. I’ve been using it for a while and I’m very satisfied with it as well!
Dave
I should have started in the comments by saying Thank you for making that video. Because of you I realized I made a few mistakes when using it. Thanks again for taking the time to put this well done video together.
Glad I could help! Thanks so much for watching and the kind words!!
Thank you excellent video. I’ve had my rack for about a year and a half and haven’t put it on my SUV yet. The point now where I want to take my bike places, the rack is already put together, but your tips and tricks helped a lot. My bike is about 60 pounds so it is heavy. I saw somebody tilt the rack down and then put his bike and it was much easier. Then He put the rack up again.
Thanks for the input! It’s a great rack, I have used it many times and it is holding up very well!
I like the tip on putting the post down to load the first bike.
Glad it was helpful! I love this rack! Thanks for the comment!
Dave
Hi Dave, Thank you for this video. A few comments. It appears yours came more assembled than mine. I had to insert all the rod tightening brackets myself, and insert the center rod first because it did not come assembled. It also did not have the straps installed. I also noticed the directions said you must install the long hook first and when I watched your video I noticed you did the short one first most likely to accommodate the ebike v shaped step through. Nonetheless, I hope to get this rack completed and out of this hot heat and take the bikes to the beach! 107 today in Santa Clarita, CA!
Thanks so much for your comments! That is interesting that yours has additional assembly to do. Hopefully you will be good to go and get to the beach! Took my rack to the New Jersey Shore a few weeks ago and it worked great!!
You sold me on this bike rack! Just ordered one 👌
Awesome! We just took it to the shore on vacation and it worked like a charm! Thanks for commenting, I appreciate it very much!
We use the 1.25 inch KAC and very pleased with it. Popped up a video a few weeks ago with it. Thanks for your review.
Thanks for the comment! We like it too!
Dave
You think that 1.25 would hold the eahora juliet bike (without battery in it)? It Would Be 90lbs without battery and i would use for just the one bike.
@@JasonXBeats in the description they say this is rated for 120 pounds. Another section says that it’s rated for 60 pounds but I believe that is per bike. So the weight should not be an issue. I would however, suggest you use an additional anti-wobble system as we found out after this video there system is not very good. It failed at 1500 miles. I do have a another video explaining how we fix this. If you use an anti-wobble plate along with their system, you should be all right. Thanks for watching.
link to your video? or amazon link?@@southernebiking
Excellent video sir! Was on the fence about buying this one from Menards but looks like it’s well made and easy to deal with. Thank you for putting this video together was extremely helpful.
I am so glad it helped! I really like this rack as well, used it quite a few times already and no complaints! Thanks for watching the video and leaving a comment. It is greatly appreciated!
Dave
Direct and to the point. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful! I very much appreciate your comment!
Very nice review, I own this rack and you reviewed it perfectly
Thanks so much for that comment. I really appreciate it!
Thanks for great video! Curious about if any noisy rattle once you’re driving with this rack on. Some hitches come with a antirattle device or some such thingy. Do you still recommend it after using it for a while?
Thanks for the question! I have used the rack on many occasions so far carrying an E-bike and a road bike and have not noticed any rattles. Yes, I still recommend the rack! Thanks for watching!
Dave
thanks dave, good instruction!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the comment!
Dave
How were you able to slide one of the hold down bars after you installed the screw to prevent that from happening?
Good catch! I just re-watched the video and sure enough I show putting the screw in and then later on sliding the hold down bar off of the top. You are correct, if you put that screw in, you will not be able to slide the bar off the top like I showed. So the screw is optional. I just took a look at my rack and I do have that screw removed. It does make it easier to load the bikes when you can pull those clamps all the way off.
Thanks so much for your comment and question !!
Excellent review!
Glad you liked it! I appreciate the comment!!
NICE NICE NICE! THANK YOU SIR!
Thanks! I use this rack all the time! Appreciate the comment!
Dave
its a good rack i carry 2 ebikes with batteries removed. i also still get great gas mileage compared to my thule t2 pro xt. that rack weighs 6lbs more at 49lbs but its a gas hog. i also like that the outer trays can be removed to make it a 1 rack system with even better gas mileage.
Thanks so much for watching the video and leaving your valuable input!!
Dave
You think that 1.25 Version would hold the eahora juliet bike (without battery in it)?
No, the weight limit on the KAC K2 is 70 lbs. Your Amazing Eahora Juliet weighs about 88 without the battery. You will need to find something a bit stronger. I will reply again later today with some options for you!
Actually, I just read the spec again and it is actually capable of 120 lbs, so you will be ok!
Can this be used with a 24' RV Winnebego View?
I am not familiar with Winnebago but if it has a hitch, I do not see why not!
Do you think it would fit for a jeep wrangler?
I would think as long as you have a hitch on the vehicle, it should work. Thanks for the question!
@@davescycling I asked you because of the rear tire of my jeep, so I don´t know if it would has enough space for it.
Ah, not being a jeep owner now I understand! I’m sorry, but I do not know if it will work in that case.
My ebike tire is twice that size.. 🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️
Yes, some e-bikes have extremely large tires so you do need to be sure the rack you buy is compatible.