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Before the journey
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Loading the bike rack with
bicycles
When loading the bike rack, observe the centre of gravity. The centre of gravity
of the bicycles must be as close as possible to the rear wall of the vehicle. The
bike rack should always be loaded from the inside to the outside.
Loading the bike rack correctly:
Depending on the model, fold the bike rack down or pull it out.
Place the heaviest bicycle directly against the rear wall.
Place the lightest bicycles in the centre or on the outside of the bike rack.
Secure the front and rear wheels of each bicycle with the retaining straps
on the bike rack.
In addition, fasten the outermost bicycle depending on the model of the
bike rack on the retaining clip or the retaining bracket and to the spacer
respectively.
If the bike rack is only loaded with one bicycle, position the bicycle as closely
as possible to the rear wall.
Bike rack, not lowerable
The bike rack (Fig. 2) can be used to transport a maximum of 3 bicycles com-
fortably.
The bike rack (Fig. 3) can be used to transport a maximum of 2 bicycles com-
fortably.
Loading the bicycles:
Fold the swivel clip down.
Place the bicycles on top and secure them with quick straps.
Fasten the spacer to the frame of the outermost bicycle.
3.3.9 Removable load rack AL-KO (special equipment)
Z Also read the manufacturer's instruction manual.
Fig. 2 Bike rack, max. 3 bicycles Fig. 3 Bike rack, max. 2 bicycles
X Do not exceed the rear axle load.
X Heavy loads behind the rear axle can reduce the load on the front axle
due to the leverage effect ( ). This applies especially to long rear
extensions, if a motorbike is transported on the rear carrier or if there is
a heavy load in the rear storage space. The release of the front axle neg-
atively affects the driving quality, especially for front-driven vehicles.
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