RULES OF THE ROAD
16. Cover the stem, handlebar, and top tube of the bike and Co-Pilot with safety pads for additional protection when riding on rough surfaces.
17. Never hitch rides. Never hold onto moving vehicles while riding. Never stunt ride or jump on your bike, especially when the Co-Pilot
is attached.
18.
ON AND OFF ROAD OPERATION:
Avoid the following road hazards: drain grates, pot holes, ruts, soft road edges, gravel, leaves
(especially when they are wet), uneven or broken pavement, railroad crossings, manhole covers, curbs, speed bumps, puddles, and debris.
All of these can have an effect on your riding and may result in loss of control.
19. Do NOT ride your bicycle or use the Co-Pilot if the chain cover is not attached.
20.
CAUTION:
Any load added to a bicycle will lessen the stability of the bicycle and alter its riding characteristics. Do not attempt to
carry a load that is heavier than you can readily control. Match the load to your weight, size, and strength.
COMPATIBILITY:
• This model is designed to fit and attach securely to most adult bicycles using a wheel size of 26” (mountain bike size), 27” or 700C.
It should not be fitted to bicycles with 20” or 24” wheels, as they may not have enough pedal clearance between the Co-Pilot’s pedals
and the ground when leaning or turning. The lead bicycle should only be operated by an adult.
•
It is recommended that the minimum height from the ground to the bottom of the hitch assembly is 76cm or 30” or 7.5cm or 3.5”
between the bottom of the hitch and the rear tire of the towing bicycle. This same clearance should be kept if using a fender or
pannier rack. This will ensure proper clearance for the Co-Pilot’s pedals when cornering as well as clearance for the lead bicycle’s
rear tire, rear fender, or rack under the hitch arm.
• Before mounting this model, check the lead bike to verify all parts, including brakes, are in good working condition. Verify all
parts are free of cracks and are not damaged or deformed.
• We recommend using only a high quality chromoly seat post to tow the Co-Pilot. Seat posts made of thin alloy, steel, aluminum,
or carbon fiber could bend or break under the added weight.
Weight Limit:
(Max. weight of rider=75lbs/34kg, weight of adult rider for lead bicycle should be at least twice the weight of the passenger.)
These Co-Pilot models are intended for use in safe areas with riding surfaces that are in good condition and free of traffic. Children must know
how to ride within their abilities and do so under adult supervision. Rider and passenger should both wear a safety helmet and use other safety
equipment at all times. An adult should check the lead bike and Co-Pilot unit regularly and do required maintenance. Do not exceed
recommended weight limits as this may result in injury.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND RIDING WITH CHILDREN WHO ARE NOT
ALREADY ABLE TO RIDE ON A SMALLER BICYCLE WITH OR WITHOUT TRAINING WHEELS.
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