tear on the seat mesh as well as the loss of seat pins. Removal of the seat and seat stays becomes
increasingly important with the increase in speed and distance of which you are traveling.
Seat removal:
Using a 5mm allen wrench remove the two 8x30mm bolts holding the seat frame to the seat clamp
(the seat clamp is what slides on the frame for adjustment). Remove seat pins on the adjustable seat
stays and lift the seat away from the trike. Note: the connection of the seat frame to the seat clamp
may be tight and require back and forth motion to remove the seat. Next, using a 4mm allen
wrench remove the lower seat stay 5x16mm bolts mounted directly above the rear axle.
• Note: Common sense is required to determine the suitability of use on trikes beyond those
produced by TerraTrike.
• Hint: Seat stays may be left on if strapped to the frame to prevent movement during transport.
Installation is reverse. Extra effort may be required to work the seat frame back into place on
the seat clamp. Tighten seat stay bolts to 50in-lbs. Tighten seat frame bolts to 150in-lbs.
Installation:
Mount the blocks to all three tires at a 9 o’clock / 3 o’clock position. Prior to lifting the trike into
place, release the parking brakes. Upon lifting, the weight of the blocks will rotate the wheels until
the blocks are directly beneath the wheels in a 6 o’clock position making them the contact point on
the roof.
Place the trike with blocks onto the roof of the vehicle. If a block did not rotate down, lift just that
wheel and rotate that block into position. Adjust placement if necessary to ensure clearance of
anything on the roof such as sunroofs, existing roof racks or antennas. Once the trike is positioned
lock the parking brakes.
CONTINUED ON BACK
Parts Included:
Carrying bag with handles (1x)
Universal Trike Block w/ anti-skid backing(3x)
Heavy Duty Strap (2x)
Frame Pad w/ anti-slip backing (2x)
BEFORE YOU INSTALL
Warning
– It is imperative that trikes be properly and securely attached to your vehicle. Improper
attachment could result in an automobile accident, and could cause serious bodily injury or death
to you or to others. You are responsible for securing the trike to your car, checking the attachments
prior to use, and periodically inspecting the blocks and straps for adjustment, wear and damage.
Therefore, you must read and understand all of the instructions and cautions supplied with your
TerraTrike Universal Trike Carrier prior to installation or use. If you do not understand all of the in-
structions and cautions, or if you are not confident in your ability to properly use this product, consult
a professional or do not attempt to use.
Important
– Ensure bottoms of blocks and area of roof under blocks are clean and free of debris.
Failure to do so could lead to scratches in roof and reduced grip of the block to the roof requiring
increased and undue pressure on trike, roof and straps. TERRATRIKE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR
ANY DAMAGE.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The TerraTrike Universal Trike Carrier (UTC) is intended for local transportation of trikes. It is not
mandatory for seats and seat stays to be removed for proper use. However, TerraTrike strongly
encourages the removal of seats and seat stays to minimize the effect on fuel economy, wear and
