Recommended Roof Rack for a 2023 BMW X3 w/ Side Rails

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I have a 2023 BMW X3. It has the side rails running along the roof. I would like to add a set of crossbars to mount my Thule bike rack. Is there a set that will work for my BMW and give me enough capacity?

asked by: Rhonda

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Yes, there is a set of crossbars that will fit the factory side rails of your 2023 BMW X3. This mounts directly to the side rails and has more than enough capacity for a bike rack. You will want the roof rack by Rhino Rack and it includes the following parts:

Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 49" Long - Qty 2 item # RRVA137B-2

Rhino-Rack SX Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Raised Factory Side Rails - Qty 4 item # RRSX026

This aero bar roof rack system has a 165 lbs capacity. The included locks will prevent theft. The rubberized vortex strips in the top channels dramatically reduce drag and wind noise.

I have linked a couple of pictures, along with a video, that will show you what this system will look like when installed on your X3.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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BMW X3 Crossbars
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BMW X3 Roof Rack
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Answer 1

The only solution to reducing wind noise on a roof rack, like your Rhino-Rack Vortex Aero Crossbars 54" #RRVA137B-2, is to install a wind fairing / deflector. To determine which size to get, measure the usable crossbar space between the…

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Answer 2

We do! It looks like you're needing the Rhino-Rack Recovery Track Carrier for Pioneer Platform Rack #RR43159-RMTXMPS which is exactly what you're asking about.

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Answer 3

Yes, we have test fit the Yakima Landing pad #Y00221 in a Rhino Rack channel like the part #RTC16 that you referenced and we found they fit perfectly. Since the RTV and RTC channel dimensions are the same that would mean that the Landing Pad fits…

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Answer 4

The 63 inch Rhino Rack RTC Style Roof Rack Tracks, #RTC16, come with 8 T-bolts for each track, 16 total, and each T-bolt measures 1 inch long. Although manufacturers typically do not recommend using another company's towers on their track, I…

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Answer 5

Yes, the track/channel dimensions between the Rhino Rack and Yakima roof racks are the same dimensions so the Yakima T-bolts part #Y8880184 that you referenced will fit and work well.

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Answer 6

Both the Malone AirFlow2 Roof Rack - Aero Crossbars 50" #MPG215 and 58" #MPG216 will fit your 2007 BMW X3 with factory side rails. The 58" bars could extend slightly beyond the width of the roof itself, but it will be…

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Answer 7

I have a solution for you, but the leaf springs we sell aren't rated for off-road use. That's why you are snapping springs. Off-road conditions are just too rough for trailer springs designed for on-road use. Instead you would want the…

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Answer 8

Yes. The Inno Roof Rack System that uses parts #INXB138-2, #INTR140 and #INXS450 is the correct fit for your 2017 BMW X5 and has been confirmed. I've linked a photo of the way these attach to the rails and you can see the clamp that will attach…

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Answer 9

I reached out to Inno and the #INXB138-2 and #INXS450 have not yet been approved for a 2022 BMW X4. However, I also reached out to Yakima and Thule, and Thule did have something that will fit your new vehicle. To do this, you will need to start with…

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Answer 10

Thanks for the photo, and I took a look at your previous order and checked with Rhino-Rack, and the correct replacement Rhino-Rack feet for your 2018 Land Rover Discovery are the ones you mentioned, the Rhino-Rack SRB Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars…

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