tern L Sidekick Wheel Guard User Manual
- October 30, 2023
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tern L Sidekick Wheel Guard
Product Information
SidekickTM Wheel Guard, L
The SidekickTM Wheel Guard, L is an accessory for the GSD Gen 1 bike that helps in carrying rear passengers safely. It includes seating, handhold, foot support, and foot and leg protection accessories that need to be installed on the bike.
Before carrying passengers on the bike, it is important to check local regulations and the maximum gross vehicle weight limits specified in the bike’s manual. Riders and rear passengers are advised to wear approved helmets at all times. Children should never be left unattended on the bike, and proper equipment needs to be installed for safe transport.
The SidekickTM Wheel Guard, L is not symmetrical, and each guard needs to be attached to the proper side. Loose straps may cause interference with the wheel, so it is important to check that all straps are tied and secured before riding.
To learn more about safely carrying passengers on your bike, visit ternbicycles.com/support.
Product Usage Instructions
- Check local regulations before carrying passengers on the bike.
- Check the maximum gross vehicle weight limits specified in the bike’s manual. Most riders can comfortably carry 80% of their weight. Determine if you are comfortable carrying that much weight.
- Rider and rear passenger(s) are strongly advised to wear approved helmets at all times.
- Do not allow children to climb onto the bike or leave them unattended on the bike, even if it is on the kickstand.
- Install proper equipment for safe transport, including purpose-built rear seating chosen according to the passenger’s needs, fixed platforms or dedicated foot pegs on both sides of the bike for foot support, something for the passenger to hold on to other than the bike itself for handhold, and something to prevent feet and legs from getting caught in the spinning wheel for foot and leg protection.
- Check to ensure that accessories have been correctly installed and securely fastened before riding.
- Use accessories properly. Seating accessories are strictly forsitting, rear handhold accessories are strictly for passengers to hold, and foot support accessories are strictly for passenger use when seated. Do not use them for lifting the bike as it may cause damage to the frame and accessory.
- Attach the SidekickTM Wheel Guard, L to the proper side of the bike (drive side or non-drive side) as indicated in the manual.
- Check that all straps are tied and secured before riding to avoid interference with the wheel.
Carrying Rear Passengers
In order to safely transport rear passengers, please check the following points and ensure your bike is equipped with the proper accessories.
Check Local Regulations
It may be illegal to carry passengers on a bike in your area even if it has
been designed or configured to do so. Check your local regulations before
carrying passengers.
Check Max Gross Vehicle Weight Limits
Please follow and check your bike’s manual for information about maximum gross
vehicle weight. (Maximum gross vehicle weight is the total weight of the bike,
rider, passenger, accessories, and cargo.) Most riders can comfortably carry
80% of their weight. You should determine if you are comfortable carrying that
much weight.
Wear a Helmet
Rider and rear passenger(s) are strongly advised to wear an approved helmet.
Do NOT Leave Children Unattended
Do not allow your children to climb onto the bike nor leave your children
unattended on the bike, even if it is on the kickstand. Wriggling children can
upset the balance of the bike and a fall may result in serious injuries.
Use Proper Equipment
The bike needs to have the following accessories installed in order to safely
transport rear passenger(s).
- Seating. Purpose-built rear seating, chosen according to the passenger’s needs
- Handhold. Something for the passenger to hold on to, other than the bike itself
- Foot support. Fixed platforms or dedicated foot pegs on both sides of the bike
- Foot and leg protection. Something to prevent feet and legs from getting caught in the spinning wheel
The illustrations above show a mix of suggested gear to safely carry passengers. Your combination of passenger accessories may differ depending on your needs. To learn more about to safely carry passengers on your bike, visit ternbicycles.com/support.
Follow Installation Procedures
Check to ensure accessories have been correctly installed and securely
fastened before riding.
Use Accessories Properly
- Our seating accessories are strictly for sitting. Using them to lift the bike will damage the frame and accessory.
- Our rear handhold accessories are strictly for passengers to hold. Adding substantial weight on the top of or using the rear passenger handlebars to lift the bike will cause undue stress on the seatpost and handlebar.
- Our foot support accessories are strictly for passenger use when SEATED. Standing on them is unsafe and may permanently damage the frame.
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What’s Included
- Sidekick Wheel Guard, L
Installation
The Sidekick Wheel Guard, L only fits the GSD Gen 1.
The wheel guards are not symmetrical and each needs to be attached to the
proper side. Set both on the ground and take note which side each guard should
be installed on.
WARNING
Check to make sure that all straps are tied and secured before riding.
Loose straps may cause interference with the wheel.
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION: T his Product comes with a ONE (1)
YEAR Limited Warranty from the date of retail purchase by the original end-
user. If a material or workmanship defect arises and a valid claim is received
within the Warranty Period, this Product will be replaced.
Mobility Holdings cannot be held liable for damages to personal property due
to misuse or improper care and maintenance. This Product Warranty does not,
under any circumstance, cover the replacement or cost of any third party
product used with or connected to the Product.
Tern, the Tern Werd (logotype), the Tern Berd (device), and Sidekick used
alone or in combination are trade names, trade devices or registered
trademarks of Mobility Holdings, Ltd.
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