Recommended Roof Rack for a 2023 Chevy Malibu w/ a Naked Roof

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I have a 2023 Chevy Malibu with nothing on the roof. I would like to add a roof rack to mount my bike rack. Is there a roof rack that will work for my Malibu and give me enough capacity?

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Yes, there is a roof rack that will fit your 2023 Chevy Malibu. This mounts directly to the side of your roof without drilling 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 # RRVA126B-2

Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Legs for Vortex Aero Crossbars - Naked Roofs or Fixed Mounting Points - Qty 4 item # RRRLKVA

Custom DK Fit Kit for 4 Rhino-Rack 2500 Series Roof Rack Legs - Naked Roof item # DK462

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 Malibu.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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2023 Chevrolet Malibu Roof Rack by Rhino Rack
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Answer 2

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

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