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Showroom: Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania
On the 2nd-generation Volvo XC90 we fitted Menabo Leopard Silver XL roof bars and the Menabo Marathon Dark 460 roof box, in the SuportBicicleta.ro showroom at Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania.
In brief
- Car: Volvo XC90 2nd generation (SPA), flush roof rails, 2014+.
- Fitted: Menabo Leopard Silver XL bars and Menabo Marathon Dark 460 box, matt black.
- Capacity: the bars carry 75 kg, and the box has a volume of 460 litres.
- Fitting: the bars attach to the integrated roof rails, and the box comes with a 20 mm T-track and a 60 mm U-bolt fitting included.
About the car: Volvo XC90 2nd generation (SPA)
The second-generation Volvo XC90 was presented in Stockholm on 26 August 2014 and launched at the end of 2014, on the SPA platform. The model has 5 or 7 seats and received a facelift in February 2019, for the 2020 model year, and another in September 2024, for the 2025 model year.
On the roof, the roof rails are integrated, that is flush with the roof, and the feet of the roof bars attach to them. Volvo gives a maximum roof load of 100 kg and recommends an evenly distributed load. The effective limit is the lower of the two, which is 75 kg for the bars.
What we fitted on this Volvo XC90
The Menabo Leopard Silver XL for Volvo XC90 (flush roof rails) 2014+ is made up of 2 aluminium bars of 1350 mm, with a 20 mm T-track along the whole length. The 4 fittings and the 4 locks come in the package, together with keys and the Allen key. The set weighs 5 kg.
The Menabo Marathon Dark 460 has a volume of 460 litres, is matt black and opens on one side. It has an integrated lock and includes two fitting systems, 60 mm U-bolt and 20 mm T-track. The Leopard bars have a T-track, so the box can be fixed with the T-track system.
Video: Menabo Leopard Silver XL roof bars
Video: Menabo Marathon 460 roof box
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Technical details and what to watch for
- Bar capacity: 75 kg for the Leopard Silver XL set, with 4 fittings included.
- Box volume: 460 litres, matt black, with one-side opening.
- Useful calculation: the own weight of the box is deducted from the capacity of the bars, so calculate how much remains for luggage.
- Height: the box on the roof bars increases the height of the car, so check the total height before entering a garage or underground car park.
- Anti-theft lock: the bars have a lock system with keys, and the Marathon box has an integrated lock.
- Fitting: the manual for the bars is included in the pack, and you will find the fitting instructions for the box below, in the PDF.
Instructions and documents
- MENABO MANIA MARATHON 400 460 fitting instructions (PDF)
- Menabo Marathon 400 L 460 L specifications (PDF)
Frequently asked questions
How much weight can the Menabo Leopard Silver XL bars carry on the 2nd-generation Volvo XC90?
The Menabo Leopard Silver XL bars carry 75 kg. On the 2nd-generation Volvo XC90 (flush roof rails, 2014+), the maximum roof load given by Volvo is 100 kg, so the effective limit remains 75 kg.
What volume does the Menabo Marathon Dark 460 roof box have?
The Menabo Marathon Dark 460 box has a volume of 460 litres and is matt black. It opens on one side only and has an integrated lock.
Can the Menabo Marathon Dark 460 box be fitted on Menabo Leopard Silver XL bars?
Yes. The Leopard Silver XL bars have a 20 mm T-track along the whole length, and the Marathon box includes the 20 mm T-track system. The box also has the 60 mm U-bolt system, and its data sheet shows compatibility with Menabo Leopard bars.
What are the advantages of a roof box on a Volvo XC90?
A roof box such as the Menabo Marathon Dark 460 increases your luggage space, especially when trolley cases no longer fit in the boot. Our guide 6 reasons why a roof box is worth buying explains when it is useful.
We are waiting for you in the showroom
Our shop is in Drumul Lunca Corbului 2, Sector 3, Bucharest, Romania, and you leave with the fitting done. You can see roof bars and roof boxes in the catalogue, and for details 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: Wikipedia EN, Volvo XC90: presentation in Stockholm 26 August 2014, launch at the end of 2014, 5 or 7 seats, facelifts 2019 and 2024 · Volvo Support UK, XC90 Weights: maximum roof load 100 kg · Volvo Support, recommendation to distribute the load evenly · Fitting photo from the post: integrated roof rails flush with the roof · Blog guide: 6 reasons to get a roof box · product pages on suportbicicleta.ro
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