BURLEY Bike Trailers for Kids Instructions
- June 5, 2024
- BURLEY
Table of Contents
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- BURLEY Bike Trailers for Kids
- Box Contents and Required Tools
- Burley Trailer Guide
- Burley Hitch Guide
- Opening Your Trailer
- Installing the Wheel Guards
- Installing the Tow Bar (D’Lite and Solo)
- Installing the Tow Bar (Cub, Encore, Honey Bee and Bee)
- Attaching the Wheels
- Attaching the Cover and Safety Flag
- Hooking up Your Trailer
- Setting the Brake and Securing Your Child
- Adjusting the Roll Bar
- Before You Ride
- Safety Guidelines
- Maintaining Your Burley
- Replacement Parts
- Overview
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
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BURLEY Bike Trailers for Kids
Important
Before using your trailer, please familiarize yourself with this Burley
manual. For questions and additional information, please contact your
authorized Burley dealer or visit www.burley.com.
Box Contents and Required Tools
Box Contents:
1 flag, 2 wheels , 1 tow bar, 1 cover, 1 parts bag, 1 trailer
Required Tools:
10mm wrench (not included), hex key (included)
Burley Trailer Guide
- Roll bar/handlebar lever
- Push-button release wheel
- Flag mount
- Wheel guard / tow bar receiver
- Cover
- Tow bar
- Roll bar/handlebar
- Frame latches (under cover)
- Frame pull-cord (D’Lite & Solo only)
- Brake handle
NOTE: Not all models have all features listed above.
Burley Hitch Guide
- Safety strap
- Hitch
- Flex connector
- Lock pin
Opening Your Trailer
- Raise front frame tube and rear frame tube from inside the trailer (Figure sit together on the plastic saddles (Figure 2).
- Lock bars together by pushing down on latches (Figure 3).
Installing the Wheel Guards
D’Lite and Solo: Match hole in wheel guard to hole in tow bar receiver,
and insert bolt from top using the provided hex key and 10mm wrench. Tighten
nut securely to bolt.
Encore, Honey Bee and Bee: Insert wheel guard bolts through frame tube.
Match holes in wheel guards to bolts. Tighten securely with hex key.
Installing the Tow Bar (D’Lite and Solo)
- Squeeze buttons on top and bottom of wheel guard to open (Figure 4).
- Slide tow bar into receiver on left side of trailer (Figure 5) and insert lock pin through holes in tow bar and rear receiver (Figure 6). Close retainer to secure lock pin.
- Close wheel guard to secure tow bar (Figure 7).
Installing the Tow Bar (Cub, Encore, Honey Bee and Bee)
Cub: Slide tow bar into receiver on left side of trailer while holding pin
up (Figure 8).
Insert pin through hole in tow bar. Clip top of bent pin into tow bar mount to
lock. Insert other lock pin from the bottom of the tow bar (Figure 9). Close
retainer to secure lock pin.
Encore, Honey Bee and Bee: Slide tow bar into receiver on left side of trailer while pressing down on the button (Figure 10). Insert lock pin through the rear tow bar receiver and the hole at the end of the tow bar (Figure 11). Close retainer to secure lock pin.
Attaching the Wheels
- Push in the rubber button on the outside of the wheel hub.
- Insert wheel axle into axle receiver. Pull firmly on wheel to confirm the axle is fully engaged.
Attaching the Cover and Safety Flag
- D’Lite, Cub, Solo and Encore: Attach cover to trailer using provided screws and insert safety flag into circular knob on handlebar (Figure 12). Slip the cover D-rings over the hooked corners of tow bar receivers (Figure 13).
- Honey Bee: Attach cover to trailer using provided screws and insert safety flag into circular knob ON HANDLE bar (Figure 12). Fasten velcro to the bottom rear of the trailer. On the trailer front corners, slip the tab over the plastic hooks (Figure 14).
- Bee: Attach cover at top using snaps ( Figure 15, A ). On the trailer front and back slip the cover elastic pull tabs over the ends of the frame tubes ( B ). Insert safety flag into sleeve located on the back left side of the trailer ( C ).
Hooking up Your Trailer
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Installing the hitch to your bike: Remove quick-release or nut from the left side of bike’s rear wheel axle. Install hitch between quick-release or nut and frame. Tighten the
quick-release or nut following manufacturer’s recommendation. The hitch can remain
on the bike when trailer is removed. -
Hooking the tow bar to the hitch: Insert flex connector in between the two holes on the hitch. Insert lock pin and close retainer. Wrap safety strap around the frame of the bike twice and latch to the D-ring on the tow bar.
Setting the Brake and Securing Your Child
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Setting the parking brake: Pull the lever to the right (Figure 16). Pull it to the left to unlock
(brake not found on all models). -
Securing your child: Before loading or unloading your children, set the parking brake or hold the trailer in place. After loading, secure and adjust the harnesses. When using a double trailer with one child, always seat the child in the center position (Figure 17). Snap shoulder strap buckles into Y-buckle positioned at the child’s sternum. Fasten and adjust lap belt(s) to fit securely. Adjust the reclining seat as needed using the webbing buckles on the back of the seat (D’Lite, Solo, and Cub only).
NOTE: The Bee has a single lap belt for both children.
Adjusting the Roll Bar
- Tow mode: Always rotate the roll bar forward at least 4 inches (100mm) above the top of your child’s helmet when trailer is in towing mode.
- Stroll / Jog mode: The roll bar* may be rotated to serve as a handlebar while trailer is in strolling or jogging mode. Pull lever to rotate (Figure 18).
The roll bar lever tension is optimally adjusted from the factory. If the roll bar slips when lifting up or pushing down – or if it makes excessive noise when rotating – the lever tension can be fine-tuned by releasing the lever, squeezing the outer bar mounts together and turning the barrel nut on the side opposite the lever.
Before You Ride
Check before each use:
- Wheels are properly secured to the trailer
- Tires are inflated to recommended pressure on tire side wall
- Tow bar is properly secured to trailer
- Hitch is properly secured to the bicycle
- Hitch and tow bar lock pin retainers are secured
- Hitch safety strap is properly installed
- Load does not exceed 100 lbs (45 kg) for double child trailers or 75 lbs (34 kg) for single child trailers
- Weight of tow bar at hitch is greater than 2 lbs (1 kg) but does not exceed 20 lbs (9 kg) with fully loaded trailer
- Bicycle is in proper working order, especially brakes and tires
- All passengers are wearing a helmet
- Safety flag is in place
- Child(ren) are properly secured with harness and lap belt
- Cover is installed and closed
Check monthly:
- Inspect tow bar, hitch, frame tubing, flex connector and hardware for damage
- Check that bolts are tight
- Inspect tires and wheels for wear and cracks
- Inspect wheels for trueness and cracks
- Inspect fabric parts for rips, abrasions, and missing or damaged hardware
Contact your authorized Burley dealer for replacement of any damaged or worn parts.
Maximum Capacities
Single Child Trailers:
75 lbs (34 kg), one child + cargo
Double Child Trailers:
100 lbs (45 kg), one or two children + cargo
Maximum seated height of child:
24.5 in (62 cm)
Always comply with local regulations for maximum trailer weight. Maximum overall weight (trailer + cargo + passengers) is 60 kg in Germany.
Safety Guidelines
- Recommended speed limits:
- 15 mph (24 km/h) on smooth, straight roads
- 5 mph (8 km/h) when turning or on uneven roads
- Children must be able to sit upright without support and have adequate neck strength to support their heads before being carried in a trailer. Consult a pediatrician to determine if a child is of sufficient developmental age to be carried in a bicycle trailer
- Maximum age of passenger is 7 years old
- Passengers must wear a bicycle helmet that meets applicable safety standards
- Always ride with the cover down to protect children from flying debris
- When using a double trailer with one child, always seat the child in the center position
- Make sure children cannot put fingers, clothing, toys or shoelaces into the wheel spokes
- Check children frequently, especially during hot or cold weather
- Never leave children unattended
- The rider of the bicycle must be at least 16 years old
- DO NOT use a car seat in trailer without a Burley-approved adapter
- DO NOT use with a total load that exceeds the weight limits
- DO NOT make modifications to the trailer
It is recommended that a qualified bicycle mechanic does a safety check of the towing bicycle before attaching the trailer. Before each ride, be sure the trailer does not interfere with braking, pedaling or steering of the bicycle. It is recommended that a rearview mirror be used on the bike.
Always comply with local regulations when using the trailer on public roadways. Never ride a bicycle at night without adequate lighting. Obey all local legal requirements for lighting. The red reflectors that came with the trailer must remain attached and visible at all times. If you need to come to a stop for any reason, such as to check on your child, to make adjustments or to address a flat tire, be sure to pull off of the road completely.
Because of the trailer’s weight, a bicycle pulling a trailer is heavier and
less responsive.
Avoid rocks, curbs, hard braking and sudden swerving. Experiment with the
loaded trailer in an uncongested area until you become familiar with how your
bike handles towing a trailer.
Avoid riding over obstacles with one wheel – as this may cause the trailer to
tip over.
Use good judgment when deciding if weather, road or traffic conditions are
safe to use a Burley. Recommended temperature limits for using a Burley
trailer are 20°F to 100°F (-7°C to 38°C).
Failure to comply with the instructions and safety guidelines in this manual
could result in serious injury or death of the passenger or rider.
Maintaining Your Burley
Folding the Trailer:
- Remove passengers and cargo
- Remove the tow bar and both wheels
- Fold roll bar flat with top of trailer
- Release upper side-squeeze buckle behind the seat (Encore only)
- Release frame latches and push the rear frame under the front frame
- Place the wheels and tow bar in the trailer
- NOTE: damage to windows can occur if trailer is folded with wheels installed
Storage:
For longer product life, store trailer indoors. If trailer is stored outdoors,
protect the trailer with a Burley storage cover. The trailer should not be
stored at temperatures less
than -10°F (-23°C) or greater than 150°F (65°C).
Fabric Care:
Hand wash fabric parts with warm water and mild soap or detergent. DO NOT use
bleach or solvents. Line-dry trailer cover. Wipe dry and store out of direct
sunlight
in a dry, well-ventilated area. Clean windows with a damp, soft cloth.
Burley Limited Warranty
Burley Child Trailers are warranted from date of purchase against defects in
materials and workman-ship as follows: fabric parts for one year, frame and
plastic parts for five 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 EX-PRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURSOSE. 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 are 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 EXCLU-SIVE 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 SPECI-FIED 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
800-311-5294 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.
Replacement Parts
Diagram Number|
Description
| Part Number
---|---|---
D’Lite| Cub| Solo| Encore| Honey Bee| Bee
1| Sunshade| 950170| 950170| 950169| 960031| n/a| n/a
2
|
Cover
| 960070
(red)
|
250388
| 960075
(red)
|
250418
|
250350
|
250105
960069
(orange)
| 960074
(orange)
960067
(yellow)
| 960072
(yellow)
960068
(green)
| 960073
(green)
960071
(blue)
| 960076
(blue)
3| Safety flag| 960009| 960009| 960009| 960009| 960009| 960009
4| Shoulder safety strap (one pair, for one child)| 950127
(grey)
| 950127
(grey)
| 950127
(grey)
| 950004
(black)
| 950127
(grey)
| 950004
(black)
5| Pad Set for seat, harness, & crotch strap| 950143| 950120| 950144| 950158|
n/a| n/a
6| Handle Bar ( Handle Bar tube, outer handle bar clamps and flag holder )|
120001| 120075| 120095| 120075| 120075| n/a
|
Flag holder (not shown) (includes bolt & nut)
|
120096
|
120096
|
120096
|
120096
|
120096
|
n/a
7| Handlebar lever, rod, & barrel nuts| 950154| 950154| 950161| 950154|
950154| n/a
8| Suspension Elastomer Replacement Kit (pair)| 950160| 4262403| n/a| n/a|
n/a| n/a
9| Axle assembly (includes elastomers on D’Lite, Cub)| 950086| 950104| 950145|
950153| 950153| 950153
10
| Wheel (includes push button axle, tire, reflectors) (SOLD INDIVIDUALLY)|
160068
|
160050
|
160069
|
160029
|
160029
|
160029
11| Tow Bar Receiver Kit, left| 950075| 950001| 950075| 950005| 950005| 950005
| Tow Bar Receiver Kit, right (not shown)| 950108| 950001R| 950108| 950005|
950005| n/a
12| Tow bar assembly (tow bar, safety strap, flex connector)| 250229| 250209|
250228| 250027| 250027| 250027
13
|
Flex connector with safety strap
|
950038
|
950038
|
950038
|
950038
|
950038
|
950038
14| Forged standard hitch| 960041| 960041| 960041| 960041| 960041| 960041
15
| Lower Frame Kit (L & R main frame tubes, front & rear cross frames, bag holder, hinges, hardware)|
950155
|
n/a
|
950146
|
950147
|
950147
|
950015
16
| Batten Kit, Upper (pair) (D’Lite only)| 950140| n/a| n/a| n/a| n/a| n/a
Batten Kit, Lower (pair) (D’Lite only)| 950141| n/a| n/a| n/a| n/a| n/a
17
|
Frame assembly, front (tubes, latches).
|
950149
|
950152
|
950150
|
950162
|
950162
|
950166
18
|
Frame assembly, rear (tube, plastic saddles)
|
950165
|
250050
|
950080
|
950012
|
950012
|
950012
19| Brake Kit| 950113| 250266| 950061| 950112| 950112| n/a
| Wheel Guard Kit (not shown)| n/a| n/a| n/a| 250160| 250160| 250160
| Seat (not shown)| 250391| 250389| 250393| 250416| 250348| 250417
| Floor/side panels (not shown)| 250390| 250173| 250392| 250419| 250349|
250422
Use illustrations and diagram numbers on facing page to locate/identify the replacement parts listed in the table above.
Overview
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References
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