Recommended Thule Roof Bike Rack for an Audi Q5 w/ Factory Roof Rack

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Hi! Does Thule Top Ride fit on Audi Q5 base construction? What adaptors screws /thule t-nut- adaptor screws are needed? Many thanks!

asked by: Tina

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According to Thule, the TopRide Roof Bike Rack for 1 Bike item # TH75JV includes the necessary T-slot adapters that allow you to mount this bike rack to your Audi Q5's factory roof rack. You will not need an additional adapter if your Audi has the factory crossbars.

I have linked a review video below.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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The Thule Wingbar top channels like on the part #TH711420 that you referenced are compatible with the bike racks you have that were designed to fit the Audi brand crossbar top channels. To complete the rack you'll also need the Thule Feet part…

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Answer 2

Vehicles like your 2013 Audi Q5 that have a rear roof-level spoiler can pose a challenge to fitting a trunk-mount bike rack. However, you can use the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 2 Bike Carrier, part #HRF2. This unique 2-bike carrier is designed…

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For your 2019 Audi Q5, I recommend the Yakima HighSpeed Roof Bike Rack item #Y02115. It fits round, square, aero, elliptical, and most factory crossbars. This bike rack has a 40 lbs capacity per bike and fits tires up to 5" wide. I have linked a…

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Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 5

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 6

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 9

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 10

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 11

Hey Kelvin, welcome back. To flat tow a 2026 Ford Maverick with your Demco Commander II Tow Bar item #DM9511012, I recommend the following parts: Baseplate Kit - Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit item #DM38CV Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to…

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Answer 12

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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