Recommended Roof Rack and Kayak Carrier for 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
Question:
I have a 2011 Suzuki Kizashi sls. It already has the mounting points for a roof rack. I am trying to figure out the one I need? I am trying to mount two kayaks. Thanks
asked by: Jay H
Expert Reply:
The only available roof rack systems that are confirmed to fit the 2011 Suzuki Kizashi are designed to mount onto a naked roof without any existing rails or crossbars. There is not currently a system that will mount directly to channels or tracks on the roof of your vehicle.
I recommend looking at the Rhino rack Aero Bar Roof Rack. This roof rack consists of # RRVA126B-2 for the two 49 inch Vortex Aero Crossbars, # RRRLKVA for the 2500 Series Legs, and # DK065 for the DK Fit Kit. The Fit Kit will clamp into the curves of your door jambs and provide attachment points for the legs and crossbars. This will provide an extremely quiet system with a weight capacity of 165 pounds. I have included a video demonstration for you to check out.
Then for a carrier to transport your 2 kayaks, I recommend the Rhino-Rack J-Style Kayak Carrier # S512. The J-Style carriers will mount to the crossbars on the above roof rack and can expand with # RRS512X to hold both of your kayaks. Tie-down straps and buckles are included to secure the watercrafts to the carrier. I also recommend adding the Rhino-Rack Bonnet Tie-Down Straps to further secure the kayaks.
I have attached a video review on this system so you can see exactly how it works.
Products Referenced in This Question
Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Naked Roof
- Roof Rack
- Fit Kits
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Bonnet Tie-Down Strap with Anchor - Qty 2
- Accessories and Parts
- Watersport Carriers
- Bow and Stern Anchors
- Bow and Stern Straps
- Cam Buckle Straps
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4
- Roof Rack
- Feet
- 4 Pack
- Rhino Rack
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Expansion Arm for Rhino-Rack J-Style Kayak Carrier
- Accessories and Parts
- Watersport Carriers
- Roof Mount Carrier Parts
- Arms
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Folding
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Rhino Rack
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Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 49" Long - Qty 2
- Roof Rack
- Crossbars
- Aero Bars
- 49 Inch Bar Space
- 2 Bars
- Overhang
- Black
- Rhino Rack
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