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Material | Aluminum frame |
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Wheel Size | 20 inch |
Foldable | Yes |
Safety Standards | ASTM F1975-09 |
Harness | 5-point harness |
Guidance for new users when loaning or selling the Burley-Solo trailer. Emphasizes safety.
Lists all components found in the hardware bag for assembly, including wheel and rear reflectors.
Specifies the tools needed for assembly, such as screwdrivers and wrenches.
Steps for attaching plastic wheels, including washer, locknut, and torque specifications.
Instructions for attaching optional alloy spoked wheels, noting jam locknuts and torque.
Guidance on correctly positioning and securing the side rails onto the trailer's main frame.
Guidance on cleaning, greasing the hitch, and recommended replacement intervals due to UV degradation.
Information on using only specified wheels and tires, and contacting dealers for replacements.
Instructions for cleaning the durable packcloth fabric and advice on storage to prevent mildew and fading.
Essential guidelines for safe trailering, emphasizing understanding differences and ensuring others know safe use.
Importance of using a well-maintained bicycle and trailer, with regular safety checks and professional inspection.
Maximum load limit is 60 lbs; load should be centered or forward of axle, low, and secured to prevent shifting.
Tips for managing the trailer's added weight, requiring more time for starts, stops, and turns.
Advice to avoid overturning, including avoiding curbs, holes, high-speed turns, and ensuring proper wheel installation.
Requirements for the pilot: fit, alert, experienced cyclist with good strength and senses. No children as pilots.
Emphasizes the need for full concentration and ability to hear traffic; avoid headphones or other distractions.
Trailer is for pedal-powered cycles only; motorized vehicles can cause damage or tip-over.
Recommendation against riding in traffic; if necessary, use caution, yield, and be aware of drivers.
Trailer is for paved surfaces only; off-road use or crossing obstacles at angles can cause tip-over or injury.
Caution in wet, rainy, or freezing conditions; reduced control and braking require slower speeds and caution.
Instructions to dismount for curbs/stairs; never use escalators. Handle stairs carefully with child removed.
Trailer not designed for pets. Small pets in carriers are okay; dogs need caution and cover. Never excitable dogs.
Effort to avoid night rides; if necessary, use bright clothing, lights, and reflectors for visibility.
Use cover for debris protection; prevent overheating or chilling. Ensure child comfort.
Consider extra layers for children due to inactivity and potential windchill, even with pedaling effort.
Mandatory use of approved helmets for cyclist and passengers to prevent or reduce head injuries.
Use only factory wheels/tires. Inflate to 30-35 PSI. Street tread recommended, not knobbies.
Ensure hitch is securely clamped and checked each use. Refer to installation and maintenance sections.
The safety flag is essential for visibility to motorists and cyclists.
Use harness, lap belt, helmet. Seat child centrally. Check straps, finger clearance from wheels. Provide water.
Child must wear helmet, sit upright, have neck strength. Sitting height with helmet must be below roll bar.
Bicycles are vehicles; obey traffic laws, signal turns, scan ahead, avoid stop signals and oncoming traffic.
Enjoy the trailer for outdoor activities. Remember to always ride defensively.
Check wheels, tire pressure, hitch, roll bar, tongue, rails, load limit, bicycle, helmets, flag, and cover.
Inspect tongue, hitch, frame, tires, wheels, bearings, fabric, harness, and hardware for damage or wear.
Lists components of the main frame assembly, including front, rear, and side frame tubes, and axle assemblies.
Details the child seat components, including the seat, harness, and buckle for the lap belt.
Components of the roll bar assembly, including the bar, end caps, and knobs for attachment.
Lists parts for the side rail assembly, such as rails, supports, connectors, and snap studs.
Description of the fabric side panels, including vinyl windows and side pockets.
Details the components of the two-piece safety flag for enhanced visibility.
Lists the wheel assembly parts, including the 16-inch wheel, tire, tube, and wheel bearings.
Details the reflector assembly components.
Description of the sunscreen cover for the trailer.
Components of the tongue and hitch assembly, including the tongue, hitch, safety strap, and knob.
Lists optional accessories available for purchase, such as a 2-in-1 cover, stroller kit, or alloy wheels.