tern GSD Sidekick Handle Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: tern

Table of Contents

What’s Included
Installation
Sidekick Handle Position Recommendations
Carrying Rear Passengers
Documents / Resources

Sidekick Handle

What’s Included

Sidekick Handle x 1
Sidekick Handle Strap x 4
Bar Tape x 1

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Tools Required (Not Included)

Scissors

Installation

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Sidekick Handle Position Recommendations

GSD with Sidekick Seat Pad

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HSD with Sidekick Seat Pad

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GSD with Captain’s Chair

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Installation Order:

Captain’s Chair
Sidekick Handle
Seat Pad

HSD with Captain’s Chair

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Installation Order:

Captain’s Chair
Sidekick Handle
Seat Pad

Attention

The hook and loop sections on the self-fastening strap wear out over time. Before every ride, please check to make sure the Sidekick Handle is attached firmly.
Sidekick Handle Straps are available for purchase if lost, damaged, or worn out.
For Quick Haul or Short Haul, the Sidekick Handle cannot be paired with a Captain’s Chair.
Danger: Do not use Sidekick Handle with a suspension seatpost.

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LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION: This 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), GSD, and Sidekick used alone or in combination are trade names, trade devices or registered trademarks of Mobility Holdings, Ltd.

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.

Scan to view available passenger seating accessories

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