BOB YAK - Usage, Maintenance, and Compatibility; Dry Sak Usage; Parking Tips; Limited Warranty Information

PARKING TIPS
YAK/IBEX OWNERS MANUAL
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trailer by the frame. This should be done with
the trailer empty.
B) Fully depress the shock adjustment button
on the right side, Fig. 29.
C) While holding down the button, slide the
shock to the desired setting.
D) Release the button and pull swing arm
back and forth until the button snaps into
place.
Position 1 (forward most position) is the
softest setting and Position 3 (rearward
most position) is the stiffest. As a general
rule use the following guidelines when setting
up the suspension system:
Position 1: 0 - 25 lbs (0 -11 kg) of cargo.
Position 2: 25 - 45 lbs (11 - 20 kg) of cargo.
Position 3: 45 - 70 lbs (20 -32 kg) of cargo.
12. DRY SAK: Loading tips: Make sure all
sharp objects are covered to prevent
punctures of the DRY SAK wall. Place heaviest
objects in the bottom for maximum stability.
Closing procedure to insure DRY SAK is
watertight:
A) Load Bag, Fig.30
B) Bring the 2 black plastic strips together
at the rim of the SAK.
C) Roll strips together as you would a paper
bag and synch tight with the end buckles.
D) Connect center buckle over the 2 handles
and synch tight.
Securing in trailer:
E) Place black section of SAK towards rear.
Hook spider bungee to frame tubes and / or
bungee hooks to retain DRY SAK cargo.
 If possible park your bike and trailer on level
ground.
 Rest trailer on a curb against the parking
skid (FIG. 1) lean it against a building, fence,
or sign
 PARK MODE: Fig. 31 shows the bike and
trailer in Park Mode. Turn the bike 90
degrees to the trailer with handlebars turned
90 degrees to the bike. Lower trailer frame
to the ground, contacting the parking skid
(FIG. 1) and the trailer will stand up on its
own. NOTE: This feature works best when
the trailer is loaded and does not work on all
bikes.
 To "un-park" your bike, place one hand on
the handlebars, and one hand on the seat
while walking forward and pulling the seat
towards you as the trailer will stabilize in the
horizontal position.
 A standard kick stand for your bicycle works
well in most circumstances to keep the bike
and trailer upright.
CAUTION: A small percentage of bike's rear derailleurs are positioned such that when parked,
the fork of the YAK contacts the derailleur pivot housing. Fig. 2 Verify with a friend that there
is adequate clearance before leaning the bike and trailer completely over in park mode. Note:
reversing the installation of the QR (install
from the drive side / right side of bike) helps
eliminate this problem. BOB TRAILERS
assumes no responsibility for bent derailleurs
that result from the owner neglecting to check
for proper clearance prior to utilizing "PARK
MODE".
BOB Trailers Inc. takes pride in its
workmanship and strives to manufacture the
best products possible. Therefore, we
warranty our YAK and IBEX trailers against
defects in material and workmanship subject
to the conditions listed below. Since no
product is indestructible, it does not cover
defects attributable to or resulting from normal
wear, abuse or alteration.
BOB Trailers, Inc. warrants original parts of
BOB Trailers products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship subject to the
following conditions and limitations:
 Frame is warranted for five years.
 Components are warranted for one year.
 Warranty is only valid for the original purchaser.
 Proof of purchase is required to exercise this warranty.
 Labor and transportation are not included.
 Normal wear, neglect, abuse, accidents, improper assembly or maintenance, or the installation
of parts or accessories not compatible with the original intended use of the trailer, as sold,
are not covered by this warranty.
 Warranty claims must be made through an authorized dealer.
 This warranty is limited to the replacement of the defective part. BOB Trailers shall in no
event be responsible for consequential or special damages.
 This limited warranty is the only express or implied warranty applicable to BOB Trailers. Any
implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness shall be limited in scope
and duration in accordance with this limited warranty.
FIG.22
QR lever perpendicular to drop out face.
FIG.23
QR lever closed.
FIG.24
QR with die in place and clamped for cutting.
FIG.25
Correct position for bike and trailer attachment.
FIG.26
Bobbin spacing does not align with hook spacing.
Bobbins must be reversed for proper alignment.
FIG.27
Fork hooks correctly aligned and installed
on bobbins.
FIG.31
Parking position. Note: correct direction to turn the
handlebars is towards the trailer.
Trailer & handlebars
are 90 degrees
to the bike.
FIG.29
Shock adjustment button.
Shock adjustment
button in Position 1
Position 3
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
B.O.B QR Check tightness Every ride
Check for wear & damage Monthly
QR BOBBINS Check retaining screw tightness Every ride
Remove and clean bushing Monthly
Replace As needed
Hub Bearings Check for smooth rotation Monthly
replace* As needed
Retaining Pins Inspect Every ride
Tire Check Pressure Weekly
Inspect for damage Monthly
Fork Check pivot screw tightness Weekly
Fork Bushings Check for looseness* Yearly
Wheel True* As needed
Wheel QR Check tightness Every ride
IBEX only
Swingarm pivot Check retaining bolt tightness Weekly
Upper Shock bolt Check bolt tightness Weekly
Part Service Period**
*We recommend this service be performed by a trained bicycle mechanic at a professional
bicycle dealership. This requires special tools and skill.
**May require more frequent service if you ride in wet, sandy, or dusty conditions. All
the above frequencies are intended as guidelines. Depending on where you ride and
your riding style, these services may need to be performed more frequently.
LIMITED WARRANTY
FIG.28
Pin Correctly Installed.
Hook
Bobbin Lanyard
Button Head PostPin
FIG.30
Dry SAK closing sequence.
Bicycle
Dropout
TRAILER/BIKE COMPATIBILITY
Included
BOB Fork
Included
BOB Quick
Release
Wheel
Diameter
Range
B - Fork
Clearance
A - Dropout
Spacing
Compatibility
Trailer Model
Please note there are some bikes that have 145mm dropout spacing. We make a 145mm
QR for use with these bikes. The 145mm QR is compatible with the IBEX, IBEX Plus,
YAK, YAK Plus, YAK 28 and YAK 28 Plus.
* Fits 20", 26" & 700C wheels without fenders
** intended for bikes with 28" wheels or bikes with 700c/27" wheels and full wrap fenders and reflectors
IBEX / IBEX PLUS
126.5 - 140mm
Standard QR Standard 360mm* 20" - 27"
YAK / YAK PLUS
YAK 28 / YAK 28 PLUS
126.5 - 140mm Standard QR 28 420mm** 20" - 28"
IBEX 28 / IBEX 28 PLUS
YAK PLUS SANTANA 160mm Santana QR Santana 360mm* 20" - 27"
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