Novara Afterburner Owner's Manual - page 11
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GA 5639.2 Novara Afterburner Owner’s Manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" CM/JH/CE OTD
9. If this tension adjustment is insufficient, you may use the 5mm bolts to adjust by turning them in ¼ turn increments counterclockwise and trying
to close again. If you need to adjust them more than twice, you may need assistance with installing the hitch. Re-read and re-perform steps 5–8
again and if you still have trouble you may need to consult your local REI store or a professional bike mechanic for assistance.
10. If the hitch is successfully installed, it will be impossible to rotate it about the seatpost by pushing on the tow bar.
11. Conduct a test ride without a passenger after installation is complete.
12. Adjust the Afterburner seat to the correct height for your passenger. Loosen the seatpost binder bolt or quick-release lever, adjust the seat
height and retighten.
To check for correct seat height:
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Have the passenger sit on the seat.
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Place the heel of one of the passenger’s feet on a pedal in the down position.
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If the passenger’s hips must rock for the heel to reach the pedal, lower the saddle.
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If the passenger’s leg is bent more than 20º at the knee with the heel on the pedal, raise the saddle.
When correctly adjusted, the passenger’s feet should rest on the pedals at their lowest position with the passenger’s knee bent slightly. Check to
make sure that the minimum insertion line on the seatpost is not showing.
WARNING: The minimum insertion line must be completely inserted into the frame and should not be visible. Failure to insert the seatpost
that far will make the seat assembly weak and unstable, and the seatpost could bend or break and cause serious injury to the passenger.
13. Adjust the Afterburner seat to the correct angle by loosening the seat clamp bolt with a wrench. Adjust as
necessary. Make sure seat and clamp are fully inserted over post and re-tighten while maintaining equal visible
threading of clamp bolt on each side. Most riders prefer a horizontal seat.
WARNING: After any adjustment to seat angle, be sure that the seat angle adjusting mechanism is properly
tightened before riding. A loose clamp or seatpost binder can cause damage to the seatpost or can cause
the passenger to lose control and fall. A correctly tightened seat angle adjusting mechanism will allow
no seat movement in any direction. Periodically check to make sure that the seat adjusting mechanism is
properly tightened.
14. Install the flag on the Afterburner chainstay. Always use the flag, which makes the trailer cycle more visible to
other people and particularly to cars and trucks.
15. The hitch should be checked periodically for resistance to rotation.
minimum insertion
Seatpost must be inserted far
enough that no lines can be seen.