Owner’s manual.
Owner’s manual and assembly instructions for novara afterburner trailer cycles 1st edition, 2007 warning: this manual contains important safety, performance and service information. Read it before you take the first ride with your new trailer cycle, and keep it for reference. If you have any questio...
General caution about cycling and the format of warnings in this manual 1 a special note to the lead cyclist 2 1. Assembly & operation 4 a. Assembly instructions 4 b. Attaching the afterburner to the lead bike 6 c. Riding techniques 9 d. Unfolding and folding the afterburner 10 e. Storage 10 2. Safe...
1 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd general caution about cycling and the format of warnings in this manual like any sport, cycling involves risk of injury and damage. By choosing to use a trailer cycle, you assume the responsibility for that risk, so you need ...
2 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd a special note to the lead cyclist you are responsible for the activities and safety of your passenger, and that includes making sure that: • the trailer cycle is properly fitted to the lead bicycle; • the trailer cycle is pr...
3 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd warning: you must ensure that you, your passenger and the lead bike are compatible with the afterburner lead bike: the afterburner is designed for upright bikes with 26" wheels (generally mountain bikes) or 27”/700c wheels (g...
4 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd 1. Assembly & operation a. Assembly instructions the box contains: 1. Afterburner trailer cycle 2. Pedals 3. Handlebar 4. Seat and post 5. Reflector 6. Safety flag 7. Deflector before beginning, make sure that you have all of...
5 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd 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 b...
6 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd b. Attaching the afterburner to the lead bike attaching and separating the afterburner is most easily done when both the lead bike and the afterburner can be leaned against or supported by the same surface. You may also find ...
7 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd 4. Look down from above to make sure that the distances between the front cap and post receiver are roughly equal on both sides (fig. 1). This allows the afterburner hitch to function optimally. A. The front cap should never ...
8 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 assi...
9 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd removal 1. Open the quick-release lever by pulling it away from the front cap, so that the word “open” is displayed. Then spin the lever counterclockwise until it can clear the safety recess in the cap and move to the outside...
10 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd the vocabulary of shifting can be confusing. A downshift is a shift to a “lower” or “slower” gear, one which is easier to pedal. An upshift is a shift to a “higher” or “faster,” harder-to-pedal gear. So, at the rear gear clu...
11 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd 2. Safety checks before each use check the condition of your afterburner before every ride. Afterburner hitch and hinge condition: the hitch is the critical connection between the afterburner and the lead bicycle. Before eac...
12 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd 3. General safety guidelines a. The basics warning: many states require specific safety devices. It is your responsibility as the lead bike rider to familiarize yourself and your passenger with the laws of the city and/or st...
13 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd b. Riding safety 1. You are sharing the road or the path with others—motorists, pedestrians and other cyclists. Respect their rights. 2. Ride defensively. Always assume that others do not see you. 3. Look ahead, and be ready...
14 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd 12. Observe and yield the right of way. 13. Never ride your bicycle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 14. If possible, avoid riding in bad weather, when visibility is obscured, at dawn, dusk or in the dark, or w...
15 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd f. Changing components or adding accessories there are many components and accessories that you could install on your trailer cycle. However, if you change components or add accessories, you do so at your own risk. Before in...
16 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd 2. Removing and installing the rear wheel of the seven-speed afterburner a. Removing the rear wheel of the seven-speed afterburner (1) using the correct size wrench, loosen the two axle nuts. (2) shift the derailleur to the ...
17 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd 5. Service warning: many afterburner service and repair tasks require special knowledge and tools. Do not begin any adjustments or service on your trailer cycle until you have learned how to complete them properly. Improper ...
18 ga 5639.2 novara afterburner owner’s manual ‘07 5.5" x 8.5" cm/jh/ce otd • squeeze each adjoining pair of spokes on either side of each wheel between your thumb and index finger. Do they all feel about the same? If any feel loose, the wheel needs to be serviced. • check to make sure that all part...
Owner’s manual for afterburner trailer cycles, 1st edition this manual contains important safety, performance and maintenance information. Please read this manual before you take your first ride on your new bicycle. Keep the manual handy for future reference. Ga5639.2 novara is a registered trademar...
