Can I Mount a Bike Rack or Awning on the Inno Roof Deck

Question:

Hello, I would like to know if the Inno Roof Deck Platform Rack for Crossbars - Aluminum - 39-1/2 x 43-1/4 - 165 lbs Item # INA510 will fit a 2019 Toyota RAV4 with OEM crossbars. Also, are there accessories that work with this brand of rack to mount bicycles or awnings? Thank you.

asked by: Len S

Helpful Expert Reply:

I have a solution for you, and the Inno Roof Deck # INA510 will fit on the OEM crossbars on your 2019 Toyota RAV4, but it's not going to be the best solution to carry accessories like a bike rack or awning because of the T-slot location. The T-slots on the Inno Roof Deck are on the side, which make it prohibitive to mounting and accessories outside of some eye bolts to secure your cargo.

The best solution is going to be the Rhino-Rack Universal Pioneer Platform Rack for Crossbars - Aluminum - 48" Long x 38" Wide # RR42114BF since it has top channels that are going to allow for mounting of a bike rack like the Thule ProRide XT # TH598004 or an awning like the Rhino-Rack Batwing Awning - Roof Rack Mount - Bolt On - Driver's Side - 118 Sq Ft # RR33100. The Pioneer platform will mount to your OEM crossbars and is slightly bigger than the Inno Roof Deck also, so you're going to have a bit more storage space on the roof. Overall, it's much better suited to what you're hoping to use it for and would be a great alternative.

I've linked some review videos of these parts for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Erik B