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Recumbent
Bicycle
Owner’s
Instruction
& Safety Manual
Contents
Section Page
I. Introduction 2
II.
Important Safety &
Operating In for ma tion
III. Sizing Adjustments 5
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IV. Assembly Instructions &
Wheelbase Con ver sion 9
V. Suspension Tuning 15
VI. Accessories &
Trailercycle/Trailer Towing 16
VII. Fastener Torque Specifi cations 17
VIII. Helpful Hints for Novice Riders 18
IX. Warranty 19
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I. Introduction
Congratulations! You have made a smart choice in selecting a Burley recumbent.
Your new recumbent has been en gi neered to provide years of top quality performance, comfort and en joy ment. To show our confi dence, we offer a lifetime war-
ranty on the frame and fork and a 180-day warranty for other orig i nal equip ment
parts. [See warranty for details.)
Complete the following for your own records:
Date of Purchase: _______________________
Purchased From: _______________________________________________
(Retailer name and location)
Model: ________________________ Serial #: ________________________
(located on right-rear dropout)
Verify that you have received the following information with your
new Burley recumbent:
• Burley Adult Owners Manual for Multi-Speed Bicycles
• Recumbent Owners Manual Supplement (This manual)
• W arranty Card
IMPORTANT: Read the Burley Adult Owners Manual and Own ers Man u al
Sup ple ment thoroughly for important safety, main te nance and op er at ing informa-
tion. Keep the Burley Owners Manual and Owners Man u al Sup ple ment for future
reference. If you loan or sell your bicycle, be sure to provide these instructions and
allow enough time for new riders to read them carefully.
CHECK YOUR BRAKE CABLE ENGAGEMENT: Before you begin every
ride, or move the steering mast fore/aft, depress the front and rear
brake levers to ensure proper brake cable engagement. Failure to
do so could result in brake cables that are not properly engaged
which could in turn result in an accident and serious injury or death.
If you have questions or concerns about the length of your brake
cables, contact your local dealer for assistance.
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II. Important Safety & Operating
Information
Seat frame
Seat
base
Rear shock
Suspension
pivot
Tilt and height-adjustable
steering mast
Caution to New Recumbent Riders: The riding position and weight distribution
on recumbents is quite different than on average “up right” bicycles and contributes
to unique han dling char ac ter is tics. Starting up from a standstill, turn ing at low
and high speeds, and cornering and braking in wet weather will all be somewhat
different from other bicycles. It is rec om mend ed that you become thor ough ly
acquainted with the han dling and per for mance of your recumbent before riding
among au to mo bile traffi c or other cyclists.
BECOME FAMILIAR WITH HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS: Your Bur ley
recumbent bi cy cle will handle dif fer ent ly from other bicycles. Do not
ride this bicycle among automobile traffi c or other cyclists before
you are thor ough ly familiar with its handling char ac ter is tics. Failure
to do so could result in accident and serious injury or death.
The addition of accessories, such as racks, trailers and trailercycles can affect the
handling of your recumbent. Add these accessories only after you are thoroughly
acquainted with your recumbent. Practice riding with these accessories in an open
area free of automobile traffi c.
PRACTICE USING ACCESSORIES: The handling characteristics of your
recumbent will change with the addition of loaded racks, a trailer or
a trailercycle. Only add these accessories after you are completely
familiar with the handling of your recumbent. Failure to do so could
result in an accident and serious injury or death.
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Rider Maximum Weight Restriction
All Burley recumbents are engineered for a maximum rider weight of 275 lbs.
(125 kg).
DESIGNED FOR MAXIMUM RIDER WEIGHT OF 275 LBS.: All Burley
recumbents are en gi neered for a maximum rider weight of 275 lbs.
(125 kg). Individuals heavier than 275 lbs. (125 kg) should not ride
these models. Failure to heed this warning may result in a frame failure
which could cause an accident resulting in serious injury.
Wheel/Heel Overlap
Most recumbent bicycles exhibit some amount of front wheel-to-foot overlap
when turning. This condition is described as the potential for the riders foot to
come in contact with some part of the front wheel while pedaling and cornering
si mul ta neous ly. This condition is often noticed during low speed cornering, when
the front wheel steering angle is greatest.
It is important to become familiar with the extent of wheel-to- foot overlap, if any,
with your recumbent bicycle. To familiarize yourself with this con di tion, test ride
your bicycle in a safe, open space such as an empty parking lot.
IMPORTANT: It is important to learn where front wheel-to-foot overlap can occur so that you will know how to avoid it. To avoid overlap, learn the technique
of coasting through sharp turns.
AVOID WHEEL-TO-HEEL OVERLAP: Most recumbent bicycles exhibit
some amount of front wheel-to-foot over lap. A foot coming into contact with the front wheel may cause you to lose control of the bicycle,
and may cause an accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Handlebars and Forks
Some Burley recumbent models are equipped with a special light weight handlebar .
This handlebar is designed specifi cally for re cum bent bicycles and MUST NOT
BE USED ON ANY OTHER BICYCLE.
Handlebars of this type are identifi ed by a warning label at the center of the bar.
This warning label will be covered by the handlebar stem when installed on the
bicycle. The warning label will be visible and obvious when the handlebar is removed from the handlebar stem.
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DO NOT USE YOUR HANDLEBAR WITH ANY OTHER BICYCLE: Some
Burley re cum bent models are equipped with a special light weight
han dle bar, iden ti fi ed by a warning label at the bar center. These
handlebars are designed specifi cally for recumbent bicycles and
MUST NOT BE USED ON ANY OTHER BICYCLE. Use of these handlebars
on other bicycles may result in a failure, which could cause an accident resulting in serious injury.
Some Burley recumbent models feature front forks with a protective plastic strip
at the top of the right side fork leg. This strip is designed to prevent scratch ing or
gouging damage to the fork from the drive chain. It is very important that these forks
are not al lowed to become scratched or gouged and that damage to the surface of
the fork from the drive chain is pre vent ed. It is very im por tant that the protective
strip is replaced if it be comes warn or damaged. See your dealer or call Burley
Cus tom er Service if you have questions about the fork in your bike.
REPLACE PROTECTIVE STRIP ON FORK WHEN DAMAGED: Some Burley
recumbent models feature front forks with a pro tec tive plastic strip
at the top of the right-side fork leg. Damage to the surface of these
forks could lead to the de vel op ment of cracks, which could even tu al ly cause the fork to fail. A fork failure will cause an accident that
could result in serious injury or death.
III. Sizing Adjustments
Important Sizing Information for Proper Riding Position
Recumbent bicycle sizing and fi t criteria are different from upright bi cy cles. It is
very important to carry out the necessary adjustments to be sure your recumbent fi ts
you properly. A bike that does not fi t properly is un safe. It will be un com fort able
and diffi cult to control.
FIT AND SIZE IMPORTANT: If your bicycle does not fi t prop er ly, you
may lose con trol and fall. If your new bike doesn’t fi t, ask your dealer
to size it properly before you ride. Fail ure to do so may cause an
accident, re sult ing in serious injury or death.
Refer to the photo on page 6 for prop er recumbent cycling riding po si tion. Seat
fore-aft po si tion and han dle bar po si tion af fect your com fort, safe ty and abil i ty to
con trol the bike.
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Seat Track Adjustment
The seat assembly is fi xed to the seat track
via quick-re lease mech a nisms. It can be
easily moved by opening the quick-release
levers and slid ing the seat on the track.
The seat quick-release mech a nisms must
be fully closed before riding. If you have
any ques tions about the proper op er a tion
of the quick-re lease mech a nism, refer to
Section IV . T ech, B.3, of the Burley Adult
Own ers Manual for Multi-Speed Bicycles
or have your dealer provide instruction.
Under no circumstances should the bicycle be ridden without the seat quick-release
mechanisms prop er ly adjusted and fully closed. If the quick-release mechanisms
are not closed with adequate force, the seat assembly may slide on the seat track.
When the quick-release mechanisms are closed properly, the seat assembly WILL
NOT SLIDE ON THE SEAT TRACK.
If the seat assembly is allowed to slide on the seat track, it will not slide off the
bike frame. Socket head bolts and special washers are installed at the rear of the
seat track to prevent the seat assembly from coming off. These important safety
features should not be removed from the bicycle.
CLOSE QUICK-RELEASE MECHANISM AND ADJUST PROPERLY: Riding
your bicycle with seat quick-release mech a nisms open or im prop er ly
adjusted can cause you to lose control, resulting in serious injury or
death.
Seat Fore-Aft Adjustment
Step 1. Seat Adjustment—While sitting on the bi cy cle, have an assistant hold you
upright or lean against a wall. Pedal back wards in the free wheel ing direction to
position yourself on the seat and pedals. Stop ped al ing with the crankarms parallel
to the ground. There should be a slight bend to the knee of the leg on the forward
pedal. If your leg is completely straight, the seat is po si tioned too far back on the
seat track. If the bend at the knee is too great, the seat is positioned too far forward
on the seat track.
Step 2. Seat Adjustment Check—Confi rm the correct bend of your leg by again
sitting on the bike with the crankarms oriented parallel to the ground. Place the
heel of your foot on the center of the forward pedal. Your leg will be absolutely
straight when the seat is adjusted the correct distance from the pedals. This technique
should provide a slight bend at the knee when the ball of your foot is centered on
the pedal.
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Steering Mast Adjustments
The steering mast assembly features separate handlebar height and tilt angle adjustments. These adjustments will allow you to set the han dle bars at the appropriate
height and distance from your body. The correct adjustment will result in a 90°
bend at the elbow (see photo on page 6).
Steering Mast Height Adjustment
1. Loosen the binder clamp at the bottom of the steering mast upper tube.
2. Adjust the handlebars to the desired height and tighten the binder bolt.
IMPORTANT NOTE: There is a minimum required insertion of the steering mast lower tube into the steering mast upper tube. This minimum
insertion is required for proper strength of the steering mast assembly.
Under no cir cum stanc es should the steering mast height adjustment
be set so that the MINIMUM INSERTION mark on the lower tube is visible beneath the upper tube.
ADJUST STEERING MAST PROPERLY: The MINIMUM INSERTION mark on
the steer ing mast lower tube must not be visible below the steering
mast upper tube AT ANY TIME. If the steering mast height adjustment
is set beyond the MINIMUM IN SER TION mark, the steering mast may
become dam aged or break, which could cause you to lose control
and fall, causing se ri ous injury or death.
CHECK YOUR BRAKE CABLE ENGAGEMENT: Before you begin every
ride, or move the steering mast fore/aft, depress the front and rear
brake levers to ensure proper brake cable engagement. Failure to
do so could result in brake cables that are not properly engaged
which could in turn result in an accident and serious injury or death.
If you have questions or concerns about the length of your brake
cables, contact your local dealer for assistance.
Steering Mast Tilt Range Ad just ments
It is a good idea to check the tightness of your steer ing mast pivot bolt before and
after every ride. The steering masts on all 2004 recumbents (in this manual referred
to as Type 2 steer ing masts) have only the rear ward tilt range setting ad just ment.
Set the rear ward tilt setting of the steer ing mast to the de sired po si tion by ad just ing
the ad just ment bolt as de scribed above.
Some Type 2 offset stems feature a re mov able for ward stop bolt. This bolt serves
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to lim it the ex tent to which the
Rear Tilt
Adjustment
Bolt
Adjustment
Lock Nut
Forward Tilt
Stop Bolt
Steering Mast
Lower Tube
Offset Stem
Type 2 Steering Mast
steer ing mast can be fold ed
forward. If thread ed in ward
(clock wise) com plete ly or
re moved, the steer ing mast
can be folded com plete ly fl at
to rest on the bike frame. With
the seat as sem bly re moved and
the steer ing mast fold ed fl at,
the bike may be easier to load
into some ve hi cles.
Once the seat and steer ing
mast ad just ments have been
per formed, the bike is ready
to ride. How ev er, there are
oth er seat ad just ments that may in crease com fort and al low you to cus tom ize the
fi t of your bike.
Fine Tuning Seat Ad just ments for Com fort
Seat Back Recline Adjustment
The seat back re cline is ad just able to sev er al dif fer ent po si tion set tings. New er
rid ers may pre fer a more up right set ting. Ex pe ri enced and per for mance-ori ent ed
rid ers may pre fer a ful ly re clined seat back.
To adjust the de gree of seat back recline:
1. Note the po si tion of the seat as sem bly on the seat track.
2. Open both seat quick-release mechanisms.
3. Note the po si tion of the plastic seat slider blocks in the range of ad just ment holes
pro vid ed. Note how moving the slid er blocks to dif fer ent ad just ment holes chang es
the recline angle of the seat frame.
4. Slide the seat fully rear ward and remove seat as sem bly from the frame.
5. Hold the seat in your lap or place it on a suitable work surface or table.
6. Remove both seat quick-release mech a nisms, being careful not to lose the selfcentering springs.
7. Install the quick-release mech a nism with plastic slider blocks and self-centering
springs in the desired recline ad just ment holes.
8. Install the seat as sem bly on the bike by sliding the seat onto the seat track from the
rear (op po site of re mov al). Slide the seat frame to its original position on the seat
track.
9. Close both seat quick-release mechanisms. (Refer to Section IV. Tech B.3, of the
Burley Adult Own ers Manual for Multi-Speed Bicycles for proper quick-release
mech a nism op er a tion.)
Seat Bottom Fine Tuning Adjustments
Seat Bottom Fore-Aft and Tilt Range Adjustments: The fore-aft and tilt range
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adjustments enable you to change the distance of the seat bottom from the seat
back, as well as the tilt angle of the
seat bottom relative to the seat back.
These adjustments will enhance your
Seat Bottom
comfort on the bike.
Changing the seat bottom fore-aft
and tilt range adjustments requires a
6mm hex wrench and a 13mm open
end or box end wrench.
Seat Back
Side Plate
Seat Tilt
Adjustment
Holes
Seat Bottom
Fixing Bolt
1. Loosen the seat bottom fi xing
bolts.
2. Slide the seat bottom to the desired fore-aft position within the seat frame side
plates.
3. Adjust the tilt angle range to the desired setting by raising or low er ing the nose of
the saddle.
4. Tighten the seat bottom fi xing bolts to 150-200 in/lb on a Corbin® seat bottom
and 80-100 in/lb on a Burley© Seat bottom.
IV. Assembly & Wheelbase Conversion
Instructions
NOTE: Burley recumbents MUST BE FULLY ASSEMBLED by your dealer.
The following assembly information is intended primarily for the Dealer
Technician performing this assembly.
Forward Steerer Tube Locking Collar
Some Burley recumbent mod els have a con vert ible wheel base feature (iden ti fi ed
by link age steering with two head sets). Please re view the fol low ing information
regarding the for ward Steerer Tube Locking Collar.
Bikes with the convertible wheel base feature utilize thread less (Aheadset™) style
headset bear ing assemblies, as well as one lock ing collar not included with typ i cal
thread less headsets. This lock ing collar is de signed to act as both the spacer for
the headset assembly and as a sec ond ary retention device for the steer er tube. As
with typical thread less headset as sem blies, fi rst ad just the bear ing preload of the
headset bear ings and then tighten the lock ing collar bolt. The M5 bolt of the clamp
should be tightened to 50–75 in/lb.
IMPORTANT: The locking collar is only used in the medium wheelbase
[MWB] setting [see wheelbase con ver sion instructions].
Linkage Assembly
For bikes with the con vert ible wheelbase feature and linkage steering, please re view
the following linkage assembly information.
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1. The linkage rod attaches the rear steerer to the front fork. Notice that one end
of the linkage rod has the bearing and nuts tightened against each other with no
gap. The other end has a gap and the nuts are tight. Also notice that the hard ware
necessary to attach the linkage rod to the brack ets is installed on the linkage as sem bly. To install the linkage rod, you will need to remove the hardware.
2. Attach the side of the linkage rod with NO gap to the bracket on the fork using
an M6 x 25mm bolt. IMPORTANT: The linkage rod must be in stalled to the
bottom face of the mount ing brackets on the fork and rear steerer tube. Place two
fl at washers between the bearing and the fork bracket. Tighten the bolt to 90-100
in/lb.
3. Adjust the linkage rod length so that the fork is centered and facing forward and
the bracket of the rear steerer is per pen dic u lar to the main frame of the bike.
4. Using a 10mm wrench, tighten one nut on the linkage rod against the bearing
(11mm wrench). T ighten the other nut against the linkage rod.
5. Attach the linkage rod to the bottom face of the rear steerer bracket with one fl at
washer between the bracket and the bolt head and one fl at washer between the
bearing and the nut. Tighten the assembly to 90-100 in/lb. Wheelbase Conversion
Wheelbase Conversion
Some Burley recumbent models can be con fi g ured as either a short wheel base
[SWB] or medium wheelbase [MWB] recumbent. This fea ture pro vides two
distinctly dif fer ent han dling char ac ter is tics. In the SWB setting, the bike delivers
a quick-handling, sporty ride. In the MWB setting, the bike has a slightly slower
steering feel and is smoother over bumps.
Please review the following procedure to perform the wheelbase con ver sion on
bikes with this feature. Such bicycles are assembled in the Medium Wheelbase
(MWB) setting at the factory, hence these instructions cover the conversion from
MWB to Short Wheelbase (SWB).
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Special tools and knowledge are required to carry out the wheel base conversion.
The wheelbase conversion must be per formed by your dealer.
Conversion from Medium Wheelbase to Short Wheelbase
Use the following procedure for conversion from the Medium Wheel base (MWB)
to the Short Wheelbase (SWB) setting:
1. Remove the steering linkage rod. Note fl at washer lo ca tions. Save the rod assem-
bly for future reconversion to the MWB setting.
2. Disconnect the front brake cable at the brake. The 160mm cable hous ing is used
in the SWB setting.
3. Remove the top cap and steerer tube clamp from the fork. The steerer tube clamp
is not used in the SWB setting. Save it for future re con ver sion to the MWB setting.
Remove the front fork from the forward head tube
.
4. Remove the steering mast assembly from the rear steerer tube as sem bly, leaving
all cables intact.
5. Remove the rear steerer tube assembly from the rear head tube.
6. Install the fork in the rear head tube after repacking the head set bear ing components if required.
7. Install the steering mast on the fork steerer tube. Adjust bear ing preload and
tighten the handlebar stem.
8. Connect the front brake cable and adjust the front brake. [Route the cable housing behind the rear head tube with the brake pipe oriented horizontally, facing
rearward.]
9. Remove the forward headset cups from the forward head tube if de sired.**
10. Recheck headset and brake adjustments and all fasteners for proper torque before
riding.
** To keep from losing pieces, the rear steerer tube can be installed in the forward head tube.
To do this, do not remove the headset cups. Install the rear steerer tube using the same head set
assembly pieces, steerer tube clamp and linkage assembly.
AUTHORIZED BURLEY DEALER REQUIRED TO MAKE CONVERSION: Some
Burley re cum bent models have a con vert ible wheel base fea ture.
The wheel base con ver sion requires special tools and knowl edge.
This con ver sion should only be carried out by an authorized Burley
dealer. Incorrect wheelbase conversion will result in im prop er ad just ment of critical com po nents such as headset bearings, steering
linkage or brakes, and could cause an accident resulting in serious
injury or death.
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Seat Bottom
Corbin Seat Bottom
Pivot Block Pin
Nylon Slider Blocks
Seat Frame
Fixing Bolt
Washer
Seat Frame
Side Plates
QR Rod
Pivot Block
Self-Locking
Nut
Aluminum Slider
Blocks
Seat Bottom
Lock Washers
Bracket
Seat Bottom Assembly for Corbin® Seat Bottoms
1. Unpack the seat frame and the seat bottom from their sep a rate pack ag ing. Notice
that the hard ware for the seat bottom is installed on the seat bottom brack ets. Also,
the QRs and aluminum slider blocks are in stalled on the seat frame. T o install the
seat bottom in the seat frame you must fi rst remove the hard ware from the seat
bottom brackets. This in stal la tion is easiest if per formed before in stall ing the seat
frame on the bi cy cle.
2. Slide the seat bottom brackets between the two sides of the seat frame side plates.
Install the pivot blocks from the inside by in sert ing the pivot block pin through
the hole in the seat bottom bracket and then through the slot of the seat frame side
plates. In stall the large di am e ter wash er onto the fi xing bolt and insert the bolt (from
the out side) through the slot in the seat frame side plates and seat bottom brack ets
and piv ot blocks. Install the M8 nut onto the bolt with a 13mm wrench. Tight en
the system to 150-200 in/lb.
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Seat Bottom
Burley Seat Bottom
Seat Frame
Fixing Bolt
Washer
Seat Frame
Side Plates
QR Rod
Self-Locking
Nut
Aluminum Slider
Blocks
Pivot Block
Seat Bottom
Bracket
Seat Bottom Assembly for Burley® Seat Bottoms
1. Unpack the seat frame and the seat bottom from their sep a rate pack ag ing. Notice
that the hard ware for the seat bottom is installed on the seat bottom brack ets. Also,
the QRs and aluminum slider blocks are in stalled on the seat frame. T o install the
seat bottom in the seat frame you must fi rst remove the hard ware from the seat
bottom brackets. This in stal la tion is easiest if per formed before in stall ing the seat
frame on the bi cy cle.
2. Slide the seat bottom brackets between the two sides of the seat frame side plates.
Install the pivot blocks from the inside by in sert ing the a bolt with a washer through
the seat frame, the composite seat bottom bracket, another washer, and then an M8
nut. Continue this process until all four seat block holes have bolts running through
them. Tight en each bolt to 80-100 in/lb.
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Cable Housing Lengths and Routing
The cable housing lengths at the lower portion of the steer ing mast are set to fi t
the mast in an ex tend ed ad just ment po si tion. If the steer ing mast needs to be set
close to the short er end of the ad just ment range, the hous ing lengths may need to
be ad just ed to avoid con tact with oth er mov ing parts.
ADJUST CA BLEHOUS ING LENGTH AP PRO PRI ATE LY: Cable hous ing may in ter fere with mov ing parts, such as the drive chain or
lower han dle bar stem, which may cause you to lose control
and fall. Be sure to adjust ca ble hous ing lengths ap pro pri ate ly
after mak ing ad just ments to steer ing mast ex tend ed length.
TYPE 2 steering masts have ca ble hous ing stops at the left, or non-drive side of
the fore-aft centerline. Both brake cable hous ings are rout ed to the rear pair of
ca ble hous ing stops. Both gear cable hous ings are rout ed to the for ward ca ble
hous ing stops.
Cable Routing for Type 2
Steering Masts (Steering
mast upper tube shown)
CHECK YOUR BRAKE CABLE ENGAGEMENT: Before you begin every
ride, or move the steering mast fore/aft, depress the front and rear
brake levers to ensure proper brake cable engagement. Failure to
do so could result in brake cables that are not properly engaged
which could in turn result in an accident and serious injury or death.
If you have questions or concerns about the length of your brake
cables, contact your local dealer for assistance.
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Chain Routing
Please re fer to the pho tos be low for prop er rout ing of the drive chain.
Single Idler Recumbent
Chain
in front
Chain
in rear
Nasoke with two idlers
V. Suspension Tuning
Burley Nasoke and Spider recumbents are equipped with rear suspension fea tur ing
a custom-tuned air shock. This shock ab sorb er is ad just able to provide proper sus pen sion performance for a wide variety of rider weights and riding preferences. Refer
to the enclosed literature from the manufacturer for ad just ment spec i fi ca tions.
IMPORTANT: This shock is only rated to 300 psi. Do not exceed 300 psi in your
Cane Creek shock. Damage to the shock may re sult!
Suspension Pivot
The suspension pivot as sem bly is designed to provide years of main te nance-free
per for mance. The pivot should never exhibit any play or "slop". If you have any
ques tions about the con di tion of the suspension pivot, do not ride the bicycle. Have
your dealer inspect the sus pen sion pivot.
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VI. Accessories and Trailer Towing
Accessories
Several accessories are available from your Burley recumbent dealer which will
add to the enjoyment and utility of your re cum bent.
Kickstand Adaptor: This kit enables easy installation of rear mount-type kickstands
to all Burley recumbent models.
Workstand Adaptor: Designed for the professional and home mechanic, the
W orkstand Adaptor engages the recumbent seat track and provides for easy fi xtur-
ing of the recumbent to a conventional bicycle workstand.
Rack Installation Kits: Rack Installation Kits adapt most popular touring racks,
including the Moose Rack™, to fi t Burley recumbents. See your dealer for the
Rack Installation Kit for your model.
Alternative Hitch: To pull a Burley child or cargo trailer, use the quick-release
Alternative Hitch with all Burley recumbents.
Rear Rack Installation and Use
Rear touring racks may be used with Burley recumbents. A Burley re cum bent rack
installation kit will be necessary to install a rear rack to your recumbent. Rear racks
install to the forwardmost threaded boss on the chainstay or the swingarm of the
recumbent frame and to the dropout eyelet near the rear wheel axle. See your dealer
for the installation kit for your Burley recumbent model.
Trailer Towing
Burley child and cargo trailers may be towed by a Burley recumbent. Use of the
Burley Alternative Hitch™ is required. See your Burley Dealer for information
about the Alternative Hitch.
IMPORTANT: It is very important that you read the Burley T railer Owners Manual
thoroughly for important safety, maintenance and op er at ing information
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VII. Fastener Torque Specifi cations
Suspension pivot retaining bolt 90-100 in/lb.
Strut fi xing bolts 50-65 in/lb.
Swingarm strut and rack mount bolts 50-65 in/lb.
Steering linkage rod at tach ment bolts 100–120 in/lb.
Upper shock mount bolt 150–200 in/lb.
Lower shock mount bolt 150-200 in/lb.
Idler wheel mount bolt 150–200 in/lb.
Corbin seat bottom fi xing bolts 150-200 in/lb.
Burley seat bottom fi xing bolts 80-100 in/lb.
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VIII. Helpful Hints for Novice Riders
1. Your foot should be positioned with the pedal under your arch, not under the ball
of your foot as with most bikes.
2. The amount of seat back recline is a matter of personal pref er ence. A more laid
back position distributes body weight over a larger area and is most comfortable
for longer rides. An upright position is more comfortable for most beginners, and
makes looking over the shoul der much easier.
3. The steering mast can be adjusted for height and lean-back. If its set too high the
handlebar may obstruct your view; too low and your knees may hit your hands.
A 90° bend at the elbows with the bar ends pointing down and slightly forward is
a common setting.
4. Starting off from a standstill requires a good push on your fi rst pedal stroke to
gain some momentum for balance. Place the pedal at the top of the stroke (12
oclock) on your strong side. Choose a low gear .
5. It takes very little input from the handlebars to steer the recumbent. Relax your
upper body, particularly your shoulders, arms and hands. Failure to do so is a
common problem for beginning riders.
6. You will be pushing against the seat back as you pedal. Try to focus the effort to
your middle back for more power. Avoid pulling on the handlebars.
7. Try to develop a smooth, circular pedal stroke.
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IX. WARRANTY
Burley will re pair or replace any original equipment parts it
de ter mines to be defective for a period of 180 days from date
of purchase at no charge; the frame and fork have a lifetime
warranty. The owner of a Burley bicycle must present his/her
bicycle for repair, within the warranty period, at an au tho rized
Burley dealer, together with an original sales receipt or similar
proof of purchase. This warranty applies only to the original
owner and is non trans fer a ble. This warranty does not apply if the
recommended weight limit for Burley recumbents is exceeded.
Burley cannot be responsible for failure due to improper assembly, mod i fi ca tion of parts or instructions, neglect, abuse,
accident, and/or normal wear. The warranty does not cover
any bikes used for rental, competition, or commercial use.
Burley neither assumes nor authorizes any person to assume any
other liability in connection with Burley bicycles, and there are
no oral agree ments or warranties collateral to or affecting this
agree ment. Any implied warranty of merchantability or fi tness
for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration
of this warranty. Some states do not allow a limitation on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the limitation may not apply
to you. This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights and you
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About Burley Design Cooperative
Burley has been supplying products to the bi cy cle in dus try since 1975. Burley
products are designed and man u fac tured at our Eu gene, Oregon shop. As workerown ers of our cooperatively owned busi ness, we bring an un com mon degree of
personal pride and attention to our work. Use our products with confi dence and
satisfaction!
Burley Design Cooperative
• 4020 Stewart Rd. • Eugene, OR 97402 USA
(541) 687-1644 • Fax (541) 687-0436 • www.burley.com
burley@burley.com
“Burley” is a registered trademark of Burley Design Cooperative
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