Skoda Fabia hatchback with Menabo Tema Steel roof bars attached to the body

We fitted Menabo Tema Steel roof bars on a 5-door Skoda Fabia hatchback in the SuportBicicleta.ro showroom at Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania.

About the car: Skoda Fabia hatchback

The Skoda Fabia has been built in several generations, and the car in this fitting is a 5-door hatchback without roof rails.

On this body type the roof bars attach to the door frames, using fitting systems made for the car. Menabo Tema is designed precisely for cars without roof rails, so the kit is chosen by model and body type, not just by make.

What we fitted on this Skoda Fabia

The Menabo Tema Steel roof bars are a well-established product from the Italian maker Menabo. The steel bars have an oval, aerodynamic profile and are covered in a protective plastic layer, and all metal parts are treated with rubberised paint and anti-corrosion coating. The set is TÜV and ISO approved and carries a maximum of 50 kg.

The box contains 2 steel bars, 4 feet, 4 vehicle-specific fitting kits, 4 locks with keys and an Allen key, the only tool you need. The bar has no T-track on top, so accessories, from bike racks and roof boxes to ski racks or kayak carriers, attach with standard U-bolts around the outside of the bar.

Video: Menabo Tema roof bars fixed to the bodywork

Technical details and what to watch for

• The Menabo Tema Steel bar has a section 48 mm wide and 30 mm high, and the set weighs 5.3 kg.
• Subtract the weight of the accessory from the 50 kg capacity of the bars: with a roof box, what is left is the limit for luggage.
• Choose the fitting kit by your car's model and body type, because the fitting systems are made for the car.
• The instruction manual is included in the box.
• According to Menabo, 130 km/h should not be exceeded with the bars fitted.
• The capacity can differ depending on the make and model of the car, so also respect the roof load given by Skoda for your car.

Frequently asked questions

Which roof bars fit the Skoda Fabia hatchback?

The 5-door Skoda Fabia hatchback has no roof rails, so it needs roof bars that attach to the body, such as Menabo Tema Steel, fitted with the kit made for the model. You can find the available sets in the category roof bars.

How much weight do Menabo Tema Steel bars carry?

Menabo Tema Steel roof bars carry a maximum of 50 kg, including the weight of the accessory fitted on them. The value can differ depending on the car, so on a Skoda Fabia also respect the roof load given by Skoda.

Do Menabo Tema Steel roof bars have locks?

Yes, the Menabo Tema Steel roof bar set comes with 4 locks and keys, in addition to the 4 vehicle-specific fitting kits and the Allen key for fitting.

Why do roof bars whistle while driving?

Any roof bar changes the car's aerodynamics, and noise can appear especially at high speed or with accessories fitted. Menabo Tema Steel has an oval, aerodynamic profile, and Menabo recommends not exceeding 130 km/h with the bars fitted. The full explanations are in the guide Why do my roof bars make noise while driving?

We are waiting for you in the showroom

We are waiting for you in the SuportBicicleta.ro showroom at Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania, so we can find the right kit for your car model together. We will show you in person the roof bars and the accessories that fit on them, from roof boxes to bike racks. For questions, contact us through our contact page or at [email protected]. contact us through our contact page or at [email protected].

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Sources: photo of the fitting, checked visually: 5-door hatchback, without roof rails · SuportBicicleta.ro guide: Why do my roof bars make noise while driving? · product pages on suportbicicleta.ro