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title: "Thule 1K0-071-126 Original Volkswagen Roof Racks for GTI 06-14 and Golf 09-14"
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# Lockable cross bars with built-in cylinder locks Perfect OEM fit for VW GTI & Golf Supports up to 75 kg roof load Thule 1K0-071-126 Original Volkswagen Roof Racks for GTI 06-14 and Golf 09-14

**Brand:** thule
**Price:** KSh106101
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your VW’s adventure game with OEM precision and lockable security!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Thule 1K0-071-126 Original Volkswagen Roof Racks for GTI 06-14 and Golf 09-14 by thule
- **How much does it cost?** KSh106101 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- thule enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted thule brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Secure & Lockable:** Integrated cylinder locks ensure your gear stays safe on every adventure.
- • **Tailored for Your VW:** Precision-engineered to fit GTI (06-14), Golf (09-14), and Rabbit (06-09) models flawlessly.
- • **Easy DIY Installation:** Comes with all mounting hardware, torque wrench, and clear instructions—install in under 10 minutes.
- • **Lightweight Yet Durable:** Aerodynamic aluminum bars with plastic-coated steel plates combine strength with sleek design.
- • **Versatile T-Slot System:** Ready for a wide range of attachments—bike racks, ski carriers, and more (sold separately).

## Overview

The Thule 1K0-071-126 Volkswagen Roof Racks are original OEM accessories designed specifically for VW GTI (2006-2014), Golf (2009-2014), and Rabbit (2006-2009) models. Featuring aerodynamic, plastic-coated aluminum cross bars with built-in cylinder locks, these lightweight yet robust racks support up to 75 kg of evenly distributed roof load. Easy to install with included hardware and torque wrench, they offer a perfect fit and a versatile T-slot system for various attachments, making them the ideal choice for millennial VW owners seeking style, security, and functionality.

## Description

Lockable, set of 2 cross bars complete with mounting instructions and hardware. Two plastic-coated aerodynamic aluminum cross bars. Anodized aluminum section. Plastic supporting feet, cover caps and covers. Galvanized plastic coated steel plate. The lockable unit has built-in cylinder locks mounted into the full length end bracket covers. Supports T-slot. Bar dimensions: 1350 x 180 x 270 mm / weight: 7.0 kg. The maximum permissible roof load is 165 lbs/75 kg, evenly distributed. Consult your Owner,s Manual for weight specifications. Attachments each sold separately at additional charge.

Review: Perfect VW OEM Roof Racks - To clarify up front, these are not made by Thule. These are VW OEM roof racks that are made to fit perfectly on the specified model years of the Golf. When I make bigger purchases, I tend to do more research than most people. I'll try to hit everything that I considered before I clicked "Proceed to Checkout" in this review. If you put in the same amount of effort in your research as I do, then I hope this review helps answer any questions that a product description may not answer. [To go straight to the product review, skip the following three paragraphs] To give you some background, I have a 2012 Volkswagen Golf TDI (Reflex Silver). Coming from a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee, where I used a rear mounted bike rack (Thule 9001 Raceway 2), I was looking for a way to transport my road and trail bikes safely and securely to and from my races/practices on my Golf. The three main options to transport were 1.) in the car, 2.) on a hitch, or 3.) on the roof. After transporting the bikes in the car a few times, it was apparent that this method was A.) a pain in the butt, B.) a great way to rip up the upholstery or scratch a window if I was in a rush or tired, and C.) inefficient when I also needed interior space for suitcases and bags for races that required travel. I then decided that I needed to transport the bikes outside of the car either on a hitch rack or on a roof rack. Initially, the hitch rack seemed like the way to go; hitch racks do not increase the height of your car, are easy/fast to install, create less wind noise, and provide greater versatility (TDI owners especially, since we can tow up to around 1000 lbs). Despite the fact that Yakima and Thule have some good products for hitch racks, I ran into a problem with the actual hitch itself. Sure, U-Haul and Curt hitches provide some quick and easy hitch solutions for Golf owners, but keep in mind that those hitches 1.) do not attach to the frame of the car (not good if you want to use the hitch for towing as well) and 2.) lower the ground clearance of the car (not good if you live in a hilly city, especially if it has potholes). There is, however, a solution to this: European hitches. These hitches attach to the frame of the car and do not compromise ground clearance. Two things on European hitches, though: 1.) 2009 - above model Golfs will need to cut through the bumper to accommodate these hitches, 2.) TDI owners will need to switch their exhaust to a GTI version to allow for a fit on the underside, which also includes a new rear valence. Since I didn't want to spend over $1000 on a bike transport system (let alone have a hole in my bumper), I decided against the tow rack system and started to research roof racks. Starting my search for roof racks, I quickly came across Thule and Yakima as options. Initially, I thought these were the only choices, so I took a look at their line of racks, which basically came down to base-styles (square-tube) and aero models (more aerodynamic). The base models were appealing because they could hold a heavier load, but the aero models also caught my eye due to less wind noise and less MPG loss. I then began to read reviews of all the roof rack types, particularly looking for VW Golf reviews. I saw recurring issues: "leaks into the cabin when it rains", "despite protective films, the surface still gets marred after use", "cannot get proper fit"... not something you would want in a rack, right? Not to mention, the price tag for each set-up was way more than I was willing to pay. I began to search around at other manufacturers, such as Rhino Racks, and came across similar reviews. I finally concluded to stray away from third-party racks to prevent all of these issues simply due to their "one size fits all" mentality. [To those that skipped the last three paragraphs, the following describes the product] That is when I found these VW OEM racks. After reading reviews from multiple sources, I was pleased to see that the above issues with the third-party racks were basically non-existent with these racks. After exhaustive research, I bought these racks and am completely satisfied with them. To answer some possible questions, these racks are made of aluminum and are extremely easy to install and remove from the car (takes me about five minutes to install them and five minutes to remove them). They do not come with a lock per se, but rather a specific torque wrench made only for your set of racks. The nice thing about these is that they are made for your car, without any adapter sets or such. There are markings and set-holes on your vehicle that they line up with to provide the perfect fit (note: the front bar is longer than the rear, they are supposed to be like this). I like to think of these racks having two stages: first is the car-fitting stage, then the attachment stage. The car-fitting stage include the bolts in conjunction with the torque wrench. After you place the rack on your car and tighten the bolts, there is a swivel cap that goes over the bolts for aesthetics. The attachment stage is where to put the bike trays/holders onto the rack. Each rail has two end caps on either end that you can slide off and snap securely back on to close the T-slot track (they do not fall off). If you are not using the rack, the assembly does come with a rubber "gasket" or weatherseal you can put into the T-slot track. To clarify from an earlier review, this gasket comes in a solid, one-piece strip. It will not fit outside of the box, but if you have been able to install the rack yourself (with the included detailed instructions and some extra time on your part; no need to have the dealer install), then you should be able to measure, cut, and fit the gasket with ease. Personally, I like this more than a pre-cut gaskets since it comes with some extra material. To clarify, these racks do create a little bit of wind-noise and can cut back on gas mileage. The wind noise is noticeable at about 40 MPH and is more of a low howl than anything else. Honestly, a little noise should be expected for anything that detracts from the original wind-profile of the car (there are a few "hacks" online that show how you can use string or zip-ties to cut back on the noise). Know, though, that this noise is anything but overpowering. You will notice it, but you can still whisper to your passenger on the highway. Regarding the MPG, the loss is negligible in the city. On the highway, you will see about 2-3 MPG loss. For those considering a fairing, there is a detailed tutorial online that shows how to install a Thule fairing onto the rack; it seems like most people have used the 44" Thule 872XT model, but there are some that prefer the smaller 38" 871XT model. Keep in mind that VW does not make a fairing and cannot initially accept one; you will have to drill some holes into the rack and work a little DIY magic to fit one. From what I have read, however, this fairing does not necessarily help out with the wind noise and MPG since it is angled steeper than originally intended/designed due to the roof rack. I'd like to think that if the rack needed a fairing, VW would have made one for it. With this roof rack, I also purchased a Rockymounts Euro Pitchfork for my bike and am extremely satisfied with the setup (with the roof rack, fork-mount bike tray, and bike in place, my car is about 9 feet tall). This purchase met my initial criteria, looks like it was meant for my car (since the Roof rack is OEM; the Rockymounts also looks great with it), does not create adverse conditions (leaks, damage, etc), and was extremely cost efficient. Despite the OEM rack being the cheapest option, it fulfills its duty completely. If you find yourself in the same situation as me and are looking at different options for your VW Golf, I hope my efforts in research have helped you out.
Review: Great Original VW Base Roof Racks!! Must Buy! - I purchased these roof racks for my 2009 GTI and they installed perfectly. I installed the base roof racks in 10min by myself. This is an original equipment(OE)from Volkswagen. Not sure why it says from Thule on desertcart. Everything fits nice and snug and I will be installing the Ski/Snowboard attachments also. This definitely the best price you can get for the VW base roof racks online. All parts were nicely packaged up from VW which included the two base racks, manual, Torque wrench, black rubber cover section(covers T slot when attachments are not used and prevents wind noise),& Allen wrench to unscrew the caps in the front door. The front roof rack has a pin that goes in the hole the cap was in to secure it to the door well. The rear roof rack does not have the pin but you should see two arrows in the door well where rear roof rack should be installed. 2-door vehicles have arrows on the rear side window. I bought mine from Fowler VW but any of the VW dealers should be the same. desertcart provides the best price for VW accessories. Any questions please comment on this review.

## Features

- Fits GTI 2006-2014
- Fits Golf 2009-2014
- Fits Rabbit 2006-2009
- Includes all mounting hardware and instructions
- Original Volkswagen accessorie from a Volkswagen dealer

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0063KI3V4 |
| Brand | Thule |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (55) |
| Date First Available | May 6, 2011 |
| Exterior | Alloy Steel, Aluminum |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 35 pounds |
| Item model number | 1k0071126 |
| Manufacturer | Thule |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1k0071126 |
| Product Dimensions | 65 x 15 x 15 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Thule
- **Is Foldable:** No
- **Item Weight:** 35 Pounds
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 65 x 15 x 15 inches
- **Load Capacity:** 165 Pounds
- **Manufacturer:** Thule
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Mounting Type:** Roof Mount,Crossbar Mount

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will it fit a 2013 4 foor hatchback golf r? it's so hard to find stuff for my car, everything is for gtis**
A: I have a 2011 Golf TDI 4-door HB. Your Golf R should have the same Mk6 body style. One thing you can double-check is that in your front door frames there are holes for the front crossbar. The front crossbar has locator pins. The rear just clamps. No holes, and it's definitely a No.

**Q: What is the spread between the bars?**
A: I would say roughly 2 to 2.5ft but you can get a rough estimate by looking at the the holes or dimples at the top of the doorwells. The top of the doorwells have black caps where the racks line up with. The rear door has little dimples which is a range of where the back rack can line up with.

**Q: Does the package include the 4 feet and the 2 cross bars? Which is the manufacturer of this rack: Thule?**
A: This is an OEM VW part, not Thule. It includes the two cross bars and mounting equipment (feet). Although it's an easy install, I opted to take it to my local VW dealer and have it installed by them (which they'll only do with authentic VW parts).  The bars have a unique elliptical shape. I needed the bars for my road bike, so I opted for a Yakima fork mount and SKS lock cores.  (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PRV7H2/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000AT0R9/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&psc=1)One thing I'm still looking for, though, is a good fairing. Let me know if you find one that works well and won't mess up the roof.Good luck!

**Q: Are there any cargo baskets that fit with this rack?**
A: I think most cargo baskets attach to roof racks using "U" bolts (sorry, I don't own a cargo basket but have looked at them online)... the width of this roof rack bar is about 1 1/2"... I've also found you can purchase U-bolts at Home Depot. Not sure of their strength, but you might want to look into it... hope this helps!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect VW OEM Roof Racks
*by P***E on May 27, 2014*

To clarify up front, these are not made by Thule. These are VW OEM roof racks that are made to fit perfectly on the specified model years of the Golf. When I make bigger purchases, I tend to do more research than most people. I'll try to hit everything that I considered before I clicked "Proceed to Checkout" in this review. If you put in the same amount of effort in your research as I do, then I hope this review helps answer any questions that a product description may not answer. [To go straight to the product review, skip the following three paragraphs] To give you some background, I have a 2012 Volkswagen Golf TDI (Reflex Silver). Coming from a 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee, where I used a rear mounted bike rack (Thule 9001 Raceway 2), I was looking for a way to transport my road and trail bikes safely and securely to and from my races/practices on my Golf. The three main options to transport were 1.) in the car, 2.) on a hitch, or 3.) on the roof. After transporting the bikes in the car a few times, it was apparent that this method was A.) a pain in the butt, B.) a great way to rip up the upholstery or scratch a window if I was in a rush or tired, and C.) inefficient when I also needed interior space for suitcases and bags for races that required travel. I then decided that I needed to transport the bikes outside of the car either on a hitch rack or on a roof rack. Initially, the hitch rack seemed like the way to go; hitch racks do not increase the height of your car, are easy/fast to install, create less wind noise, and provide greater versatility (TDI owners especially, since we can tow up to around 1000 lbs). Despite the fact that Yakima and Thule have some good products for hitch racks, I ran into a problem with the actual hitch itself. Sure, U-Haul and Curt hitches provide some quick and easy hitch solutions for Golf owners, but keep in mind that those hitches 1.) do not attach to the frame of the car (not good if you want to use the hitch for towing as well) and 2.) lower the ground clearance of the car (not good if you live in a hilly city, especially if it has potholes). There is, however, a solution to this: European hitches. These hitches attach to the frame of the car and do not compromise ground clearance. Two things on European hitches, though: 1.) 2009 - above model Golfs will need to cut through the bumper to accommodate these hitches, 2.) TDI owners will need to switch their exhaust to a GTI version to allow for a fit on the underside, which also includes a new rear valence. Since I didn't want to spend over $1000 on a bike transport system (let alone have a hole in my bumper), I decided against the tow rack system and started to research roof racks. Starting my search for roof racks, I quickly came across Thule and Yakima as options. Initially, I thought these were the only choices, so I took a look at their line of racks, which basically came down to base-styles (square-tube) and aero models (more aerodynamic). The base models were appealing because they could hold a heavier load, but the aero models also caught my eye due to less wind noise and less MPG loss. I then began to read reviews of all the roof rack types, particularly looking for VW Golf reviews. I saw recurring issues: "leaks into the cabin when it rains", "despite protective films, the surface still gets marred after use", "cannot get proper fit"... not something you would want in a rack, right? Not to mention, the price tag for each set-up was way more than I was willing to pay. I began to search around at other manufacturers, such as Rhino Racks, and came across similar reviews. I finally concluded to stray away from third-party racks to prevent all of these issues simply due to their "one size fits all" mentality. [To those that skipped the last three paragraphs, the following describes the product] That is when I found these VW OEM racks. After reading reviews from multiple sources, I was pleased to see that the above issues with the third-party racks were basically non-existent with these racks. After exhaustive research, I bought these racks and am completely satisfied with them. To answer some possible questions, these racks are made of aluminum and are extremely easy to install and remove from the car (takes me about five minutes to install them and five minutes to remove them). They do not come with a lock per se, but rather a specific torque wrench made only for your set of racks. The nice thing about these is that they are made for your car, without any adapter sets or such. There are markings and set-holes on your vehicle that they line up with to provide the perfect fit (note: the front bar is longer than the rear, they are supposed to be like this). I like to think of these racks having two stages: first is the car-fitting stage, then the attachment stage. The car-fitting stage include the bolts in conjunction with the torque wrench. After you place the rack on your car and tighten the bolts, there is a swivel cap that goes over the bolts for aesthetics. The attachment stage is where to put the bike trays/holders onto the rack. Each rail has two end caps on either end that you can slide off and snap securely back on to close the T-slot track (they do not fall off). If you are not using the rack, the assembly does come with a rubber "gasket" or weatherseal you can put into the T-slot track. To clarify from an earlier review, this gasket comes in a solid, one-piece strip. It will not fit outside of the box, but if you have been able to install the rack yourself (with the included detailed instructions and some extra time on your part; no need to have the dealer install), then you should be able to measure, cut, and fit the gasket with ease. Personally, I like this more than a pre-cut gaskets since it comes with some extra material. To clarify, these racks do create a little bit of wind-noise and can cut back on gas mileage. The wind noise is noticeable at about 40 MPH and is more of a low howl than anything else. Honestly, a little noise should be expected for anything that detracts from the original wind-profile of the car (there are a few "hacks" online that show how you can use string or zip-ties to cut back on the noise). Know, though, that this noise is anything but overpowering. You will notice it, but you can still whisper to your passenger on the highway. Regarding the MPG, the loss is negligible in the city. On the highway, you will see about 2-3 MPG loss. For those considering a fairing, there is a detailed tutorial online that shows how to install a Thule fairing onto the rack; it seems like most people have used the 44" Thule 872XT model, but there are some that prefer the smaller 38" 871XT model. Keep in mind that VW does not make a fairing and cannot initially accept one; you will have to drill some holes into the rack and work a little DIY magic to fit one. From what I have read, however, this fairing does not necessarily help out with the wind noise and MPG since it is angled steeper than originally intended/designed due to the roof rack. I'd like to think that if the rack needed a fairing, VW would have made one for it. With this roof rack, I also purchased a Rockymounts Euro Pitchfork for my bike and am extremely satisfied with the setup (with the roof rack, fork-mount bike tray, and bike in place, my car is about 9 feet tall). This purchase met my initial criteria, looks like it was meant for my car (since the Roof rack is OEM; the Rockymounts also looks great with it), does not create adverse conditions (leaks, damage, etc), and was extremely cost efficient. Despite the OEM rack being the cheapest option, it fulfills its duty completely. If you find yourself in the same situation as me and are looking at different options for your VW Golf, I hope my efforts in research have helped you out.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Original VW Base Roof Racks!! Must Buy!
*by D***S on November 30, 2012*

I purchased these roof racks for my 2009 GTI and they installed perfectly. I installed the base roof racks in 10min by myself. This is an original equipment(OE)from Volkswagen. Not sure why it says from Thule on Amazon. Everything fits nice and snug and I will be installing the Ski/Snowboard attachments also. This definitely the best price you can get for the VW base roof racks online. All parts were nicely packaged up from VW which included the two base racks, manual, Torque wrench, black rubber cover section(covers T slot when attachments are not used and prevents wind noise),& Allen wrench to unscrew the caps in the front door. The front roof rack has a pin that goes in the hole the cap was in to secure it to the door well. The rear roof rack does not have the pin but you should see two arrows in the door well where rear roof rack should be installed. 2-door vehicles have arrows on the rear side window. I bought mine from Fowler VW but any of the VW dealers should be the same. Amazon provides the best price for VW accessories. Any questions please comment on this review.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ It fits like factory.. Because it is.
*by C***Z on April 10, 2014*

It is a VW rack, goes on in 5 minutes. It will make some noise at speed, so keep that in mind. I bought this for ski season and it worked great. Thule T bolts will work in the tracks on the crossbars. I would love to give it 5 stars but my drivers side door leaks in heavy rain.The passenger side fits closer to the door seal. My dealer said the mounting bracket can be adjusted, I just need to bring it in to the shop.

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