- Fork-mount
Subaru 2015-2026 Thule Fork Mounted Roof Bike Carrier SOA567B011 Ascent Crosstrek Forester Impreza Outback WRX Sti Solterra Genuine OEM
Subaru
- Crossbar mounted
- Fork-mount
2018 Subaru Outback
Bike Rack
Carry one bike on the roof — what you need for this vehicle.
Can I carry a bike on the roof?
Verified base rack
Yes — you can plan a one-bike roof setup
Verified base-rack options are available, and roof-mounted bike carriers can be added. Confirm the carrier’s bar interface and bike weight limit before you buy.
1. Base rack
Verified base rack options are available for this vehicle (2 systems in our reviewed set). Most roof bike carriers attach to those crossbars. See the full roof-rack page for configurations.
2. Bike carrier
Roof-mounted bike carriers
- Wheel-hold
INNO INA389 Universal Mount Tire Hold II Roof Rack (1-Bike), black
INNO
- Crossbar mounted
- Wheel-on
- Upright
RockyMounts Tomahawk upright roof bike rack
RockyMounts
- Crossbar mounted
- Wheel-on
- Roof bike carrier
Subaru 2008-2026 Subaru Forester Outback Ascent Crosstrek STi Solterra WRX Crosstrek Impreza Roof Bike Rack OEM Thule
Subaru
- Crossbar mounted
- Wheel-hold
Yakima FrontLoader Rooftop Bike Rack
Yakima
- Crossbar mounted
- Wheel-on
- Upright
Swagman Upright Roof Mount Bike Rack – Rooftop Upright Bike Carrier for Secure Bicycle Transport
Swagman
- Crossbar mounted
- Wheel-on
- Upright
Upright Roof Bike Rack Mount, 2 Arms, Rooftop Bike Carrier for SUV CAR
Terriplaze
- Crossbar mounted
- Wheel-on
- Fork-mount
Fancyes Bike Fork Mount Car Roof Rack Support Bike Stand Aluminum Alloy Accessories Quick Release Thru Axle Carrier Bicycle Front Fork Fixed Clip, Red
Fancyes
- Crossbar mounted
- Fork-mount
- Fork-mount
Roof Bike Rack Set–9mm Quick Release Fork Mount&Rear Wheel Holder,Fits 9x100mm&9x110mm Standard Hubs,Anti-Slip Rear Tire Strap,for Car,SUV,Truck Crossbars,Aluminum Alloy (Black)
SMINWISNOZY
- Crossbar mounted
- Fork-mount
3. Bike compatibility
Match fork-mount vs wheel-on, axle type, and the carrier’s published bike weight limit. RoofRaks does not assume your bike’s weight or e-bike compatibility.
4. Load / weight
Questions
- Can I carry a bike on the roof of this vehicle?
- Verified base-rack options are available, and roof-mounted bike carriers can be added. Confirm the carrier’s bar interface and bike weight limit before you buy.
- Do I need crossbars?
- Yes for the carriers shown here — they are roof-mounted products that attach to a base rack / crossbars, not directly to a bare roof.
- Is the base rack verified?
- Yes — RoofRaks has verified manufacturer base-rack evidence for this vehicle.
- What type of roof bike carrier can I use?
- Common roof types are upright (frame contact), wheel-hold (no frame contact), and fork-mount (front wheel off). Match the carrier to your bike’s axle and frame, then confirm it supports your crossbar shape.
- How much can the roof carry?
- Use the lower of your vehicle roof-load limit, rack capacity, and carrier capacity. Add rack + carrier + bike weight. RoofRaks does not assume your bike’s weight.
- Will any bike carrier fit my crossbars?
- Not automatically. Check that the carrier supports your crossbar shape and dimensions.
- Can I carry an e-bike?
- RoofRaks does not assume e-bike compatibility. Many e-bikes exceed typical roof-carrier weight limits and are difficult to lift onto a roof. Use the carrier’s published bike weight limit if one is listed.