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

Published 10/08/2022



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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!

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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.

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