BURLEY Hitch Alt Adapter Owner’s Manual

: June 14, 2024
: BURLEY

Table of Contents

WARNING
Quick Release Adapter Installation
Solid Axle Adapter Installation
Burley Accessory Limited Warranty
Connect with Burley
Documents / Resources

BURLEY Hitch Alt Adapter

WARNING

BURLEY HAS ENGINEERED ITS HITCHES AND ADAPTERS EXCLUSIVELY FOR USE WITH BURLEY TRAILERS. USE OF ANY BURLEY HITCH OR ADAPTER ON A NON-BURLEY TRAILER MAY RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT AND SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

Quick Release Adapter Installation

Open QR lever on your rear wheel and remove the adjusting nut from the opposite side (retain cone spring).
In order to use the QR Adapter, your QR lever must be on the drive (right) side of your rear wheel (Fig 1). If necessary, pull the QR lever and skewer out of the hub and reinsert from the right side of the rear wheel. Install the cone springs and thread on the Adapter as shown.
Adjust the QR clamping force by turning the Adapter while holding the QR lever in the open position. Close the QR lever to secure the rear wheel. When properly adjusted, the QR lever will leave a clear imprint on the palm of your hand.
Install the standard hitch (included with your Burley trailer) onto the Adapter and secure with the provided nut. Tighten to 20Nm (15 ft-lb). It may be necessary to grip the knurled portion of the Adapter with pliers while tightening the nut.
Refer to your Burley trailer manual for information on using your Burley hitch. If you have any questions about using your QR axle, please consult your bicycle manual or Burley dealer.

Solid Axle Adapter Installation

Remove the nut currently installed on the non-drive (left) side of the rear axle of the bicycle. Consult manufacturer’s manual for removal instructions. If your bicycle uses non-turn washers, these should remain on the axle.
Check the exposed length of the axle and ensure it does not exceed 15mm (Fig. 3). Add washers until the exposed length is below 15 mm.
Ensure that the adapter threads smoothly. Do not force on the adapter. Thread on the adapter and tighten to 30 Nm using an 18 mm wrench. DO NOT over tighten.
Install Hitch onto the adapter. Secure hitch onto adapter using the bicycle axle nut. Tighten to 20 Nm. Consult Burley Trailer Manual for trailer attachment instructions.

note
If the adapter does not thread smoothly, the purchased Axle Adapters may not be compatible with your bicycle. Attempting to use an adapter that is not compatible could damage the axle of the bicycle and/or result in injury. Please consult a certified bicycle mechanic or Burley Customer Service if you have any concerns.

Burley Accessory Limited Warranty

This Burley Hitch Alt Adapter is warranted from the date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship as follows for two years. Your original dated sales or delivery receipt showing the date of purchase is your proof of purchase. If a defect in materials or workmanship is discovered during the Limited Warranty period, we will, at our sole option, repair or replace your product at no cost to you. This warranty is only valid in the country in which the product was purchased. The Limited Warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser of this product and is not transferable to anyone who obtains ownership of the product from the original purchaser. The Limited Warranty does not cover claims resulting from misuse, failure to follow the instructions, installation, improper maintenance and use, abuse, alteration, involvement in an accident, and normal wear and tear. The Limited Warranty does not cover products which are used in rental operations and Burley will not be liable for any incidental or commercial damages relating to such use. TO THE GREATEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, WRITTEN OR ORAL, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The duration of any implied warranties, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose that may exist during the express warranty period is expressly limited to the limited warranty period. Some states and countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; therefore, the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. THE CUSTOMER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR OF ANY OTHER OBLIGATION ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE SHALL BE LIMITED AS SPECIFIED HEREIN TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT OUR SOLE OPTION. IN ANY EVENT, RESPONSIBILITY FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IS EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state or country. For warranty service or replacement part information for the USA or Canada, please contact Burley directly by calling 800-423-8445 or emailing burley@burley.com. For warranty service or replacement part information outside the USA and Canada please contact the place of purchase for warranty service. Please be prepared to provide the product model, serial number and a description of the warranty issue. Some replacement parts may be available for purchase after this limited warranty expires. Please visit us at www.burley.com or call us at 541-687-1644 for more information.

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