Thule roof bars. Which feet?

Ranger 6 · 05-27-2016, 08:00 AM

I've been looking at roof bars and from some sites they recommend the 753 feet.

I can't see how these would clamp onto the X3 rails.

Anyone actually got a set could help?

VikingOne · 05-27-2016, 08:45 AM

I have just finished refitting my Thule roof bars with 753 feet to my X3 2.0D 2011 model.... see photos

Ranger 6 · 05-27-2016, 09:04 AM

That's perfect. Many thanks

I assume they're as good as the usual Thule products and no significant noise?

VikingOne · 05-27-2016, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Ranger 6

That's perfect. Many thanks

I assume they're as good as the usual Thule products and no significant noise?

Correct, there is some noise, but nothing significant.

Pinewood · 05-27-2016, 02:05 PM

Did you go for the "wing bars" or standard.
Also do these thule bars have a channel in them, as i have some bike carriers which i would like to use

Tjalle · 05-28-2016, 01:17 AM

BMW OE roof bars are branded BMW, but produced by Thule.
Perfect fit and "no" noise.

guyver626 · 05-28-2016, 06:07 AM

Here's my Thule in black which they now offer

guyver626 · 05-28-2016, 06:14 AM

Go for the Thule areoblade. Looks much better and there is a channel in the blade to add attachments if you choose to.

This roof rack is expensive compared to other brands and over the BMW one made by Thule. But I think it looks better then all of the other racks on the market.

Sadly This is the only time I've actually used my roof rack.

Pinewood · 05-28-2016, 06:19 AM

At least i now know what my suv will look like with a xmas tree on it :-)

Markap · 05-31-2016, 02:58 PM

Despite the possibility that the OEM BMW Roof Racks might be made by Thule, DO NOT BUY THEM - you will regret it. They are not made to the same quality as the Thule racks and do not attach with the same mechanism. The BMW racks will break and are not repairable...

Pinewood · 05-31-2016, 06:08 PM

Yes i have already decided to go for the black aeroblades. With the 753 foot kit, they will cost £206 here in the UK.
I'm a firm believer of "buy cheap, buy twice", so the thought of my £1k road bike on any other rack doesn't bear thinking about.

Tjalle · 06-01-2016, 12:07 AM

I don't have a problem with that Thule might be better/less expensive than OEM, but I have OEM since two years, and no problem - nor do I see any coming.

Mine was purchased 2014 for X4 -new design?

Markap, I saw your complaint in other Thread - I believe BMW has new design - now made by Thule.

Markap · 06-01-2016, 10:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Tjalle

I don't have a problem with that Thule might be better/less expensive than OEM, but I have OEM since two years, and no problem - nor do I see any coming.

Mine was purchased 2014 for X4 -new design?

Markap, I saw your complaint in other Thread - I believe BMW has new design - now made by Thule.

It would be great if they replace the ones available in 2011 with a new design. The OEM are more convenient on/off than the existing Thule - on the Thule, there are a total of 8 screws to twist each time you put the racks on/off. Also, when the you remove the Thule, the feet slide on the (square) bar so you have to reposition each time. At least the OEM stayed in position.

Yakima has recently come out with towers to fit the flush rails. If I can sell my Thule, I'll get the Yakima - I have a bunch of Yakima stuff from other cars

JSGR8 · 06-01-2016, 01:40 PM

Hmmm...not sure what the 753 is, but if you go to Thule and enter your info, the recommended equipment for an x3 2011-2016 are:

Thule AeroBlade Edge 7603, Thule AeroBlade Edge 7603, KIT4023
The Thule AeroBlade Edge: The first complete rack system to integrate a low-profile, aerodynamic design with the strongest carrying capacity of any aftermarket rack.

Or

Thule AeroBlade ARB47, Thule Rapid Podium Foot Pack 460R, KIT4023
Thule Aeroblade Load Bars: Premium, aerodynamic load bars provide an exceptionally quiet ride and superior carrying performance. Thule Podium Foot Pack 460: Rapid Podium Foot Pack

I've been looking at these for a little while now, and am leaning towards the second setup over oem. I think going with Thule over oem will probably allow me to have more accessory options in the future.

Ranger 6 · 06-06-2016, 04:22 AM

Are you looking at the UK site?

My enquire gives wingbar 969 and rapid system 753.

Ranger 6 · 06-07-2016, 10:01 AM

Turns out the UK website doesn't give the full kit. I should be buying the 4023 as well - that's the part that bolts into the feet and clamps the roof rail.

JSGR8 · 06-07-2016, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Ranger 6

Turns out the UK website doesn't give the full kit. I should be buying the 4023 as well - that's the part that bolts into the feet and clamps the roof rail.

Sorry for the late reply.

Yeah, I was on the Canadian Thule site. Http://www.thule.com/en-us/ca

Hope you found what you were looking for.

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Ranger 6 Yorkshireman trapped in a Berkshire postcode 11 Rep 213 Posts Drives: X3 3.0d M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW X3 [0.00]	Thule roof bars. Which feet? I've been looking at roof bars and from some sites they recommend the 753 feet. I can't see how these would clamp onto the X3 rails. Anyone actually got a set could help? __________________ X3 3.0d M-Sport Mini Countryman Cooper S ALL4
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VikingOne Private First Class 11 Rep 198 Posts Drives: BMW G30 530e 2018 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Berkshire, UK iTrader: (0)	Roof Bars I have just finished refitting my Thule roof bars with 753 feet to my X3 2.0D 2011 model.... see photos Attached Images __________________ Previous: 2011 X3 2.0d xLine Previous: 2015 X3 LCI 3.0d xLine Current: 2018 530e 2L M-Sport I-Performance
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Ranger 6 Yorkshireman trapped in a Berkshire postcode 11 Rep 213 Posts Drives: X3 3.0d M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW X3 [0.00]	That's perfect. Many thanks I assume they're as good as the usual Thule products and no significant noise?
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Pinewood First Lieutenant 45 Rep 363 Posts Drives: BMW X3 30d M sport LCI Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Buckinghamshire iTrader: (0)	Did you go for the "wing bars" or standard. Also do these thule bars have a channel in them, as i have some bike carriers which i would like to use
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Tjalle Major 183 Rep 1,259 Posts Drives: X4 35i Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Sweden iTrader: (0)	BMW OE roof bars are branded BMW, but produced by Thule. Perfect fit and "no" noise.
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guyver626 Private First Class 26 Rep 131 Posts Drives: 2014 35i m-sport carbon black Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: nyc iTrader: (0)	Go for the Thule areoblade. Looks much better and there is a channel in the blade to add attachments if you choose to. This roof rack is expensive compared to other brands and over the BMW one made by Thule. But I think it looks better then all of the other racks on the market. Sadly This is the only time I've actually used my roof rack. Attached Images
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Pinewood First Lieutenant 45 Rep 363 Posts Drives: BMW X3 30d M sport LCI Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Buckinghamshire iTrader: (0)	At least i now know what my suv will look like with a xmas tree on it :-)
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Markap Private First Class 18 Rep 121 Posts Drives: 2011 X3 2.8 Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Virginia iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 X3 2.8 [0.00] 2003 BMW F650GS [0.00] 2008 Volvo C70 'vert [0.00] 1999 BMW R1100RS [0.00]	Despite the possibility that the OEM BMW Roof Racks might be made by Thule, DO NOT BUY THEM - you will regret it. They are not made to the same quality as the Thule racks and do not attach with the same mechanism. The BMW racks will break and are not repairable...
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Pinewood First Lieutenant 45 Rep 363 Posts Drives: BMW X3 30d M sport LCI Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Buckinghamshire iTrader: (0)	Yes i have already decided to go for the black aeroblades. With the 753 foot kit, they will cost £206 here in the UK. I'm a firm believer of "buy cheap, buy twice", so the thought of my £1k road bike on any other rack doesn't bear thinking about.
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Tjalle Major 183 Rep 1,259 Posts Drives: X4 35i Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Sweden iTrader: (0)	I don't have a problem with that Thule might be better/less expensive than OEM, but I have OEM since two years, and no problem - nor do I see any coming. Mine was purchased 2014 for X4 -new design? Markap, I saw your complaint in other Thread - I believe BMW has new design - now made by Thule. Last edited by Tjalle; 06-01-2016 at 12:13 AM..
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JSGR8 Private 17 Rep 53 Posts Drives: 2016 X3 xDrive28i Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Toronto iTrader: (0)	Hmmm...not sure what the 753 is, but if you go to Thule and enter your info, the recommended equipment for an x3 2011-2016 are: Thule AeroBlade Edge 7603, Thule AeroBlade Edge 7603, KIT4023 The Thule AeroBlade Edge: The first complete rack system to integrate a low-profile, aerodynamic design with the strongest carrying capacity of any aftermarket rack. Or Thule AeroBlade ARB47, Thule Rapid Podium Foot Pack 460R, KIT4023 Thule Aeroblade Load Bars: Premium, aerodynamic load bars provide an exceptionally quiet ride and superior carrying performance. Thule Podium Foot Pack 460: Rapid Podium Foot Pack I've been looking at these for a little while now, and am leaning towards the second setup over oem. I think going with Thule over oem will probably allow me to have more accessory options in the future. __________________ ( . )( . ) JSGR8
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Ranger 6 Yorkshireman trapped in a Berkshire postcode 11 Rep 213 Posts Drives: X3 3.0d M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW X3 [0.00]	Are you looking at the UK site? My enquire gives wingbar 969 and rapid system 753.
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Ranger 6 Yorkshireman trapped in a Berkshire postcode 11 Rep 213 Posts Drives: X3 3.0d M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW X3 [0.00]	Turns out the UK website doesn't give the full kit. I should be buying the 4023 as well - that's the part that bolts into the feet and clamps the roof rail.
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