Yup, it's true & it works fabulously. Look at the photos. Made by 2x2 Cycles in the States. The mounting system can be customized to fit a range of motorcycles & will carry traditional quick release hubs, through axles, etc. Check out the URL below. Only selling because I sold the Multistrada in the pictures & my new sport bike can't accommodate the rack (easily). Absolutely no movement at speed and, as it becomes a static load when the bike's mounted, you honestly don't know it's there. Well, until people point & take out their phones, that is.