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REAR CYCLE CARRIER - BC2060
Thank you for purchasing your cycle carrier.
Please read this leaflet carefully and retain for future reference.
THIS LEAFLET CONTAINS:
1. General Information and Warnings
2. Parts list.
3. Assembly instructions.
4. Fitting of the carrier to your vehicle.
5. Loading bikes onto the carrier.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION AND WARNINGS MUST BE READ
1.1 This carrier has been designed and manufactured to attach securely to a variety of vehicles. The attachment of this
carrier to a vehicle is safety critical and beyond the control of the manufacturer. The user must therefore ensure that
the cycle carrier is suitable for use with their particular vehicle and that both carrier and cycles are securely and safely
attached to the vehicle.
1.2 Roof or boot spoilers and plastic trims may prevent the correct fitting of the cycle carrier as straps and carrier
framework should not be in contact with them when fitted.
1.3 For hatchback vehicles with glass to the top of the hatch an adaptor kit with Foam Puller bars must be used
(BC2001 not included in this kit).
1.4 During your journey, frequently check the tension of carrier fixing straps and the security of the cycles carried.
1.5 Secure cycles to the carrier using straps or rope (not supplied). Ensure that bicycles do not come into contact with the
vehicle bodywork and provide protection as required.
1.6 Drive carefully, be aware of cross winds, avoid sudden braking or hard cornering, reduce speed accordingly when
using the carrier.
1.7 Remove any loose objects from the cycles carried i.e. pumps, bottles etc.
1.8 The rear windscreen wiper (if fitted) may be obstructed by the cycle carrier, do not use.
1.9 A powered tailgate should not be used with the cycle carrier fitted.
1.10 Every time before use, check the carrier for security of fittings or any sign of wear and tear. Replace any worn or
damaged parts.
1.11 If possible avoid any protrusions beyond the side of the car as these may present a risk of injury to passers - by. Under
any circumstances the load should not protrude more than 40cm to the side of the rear lights.
1.12 Should your rear lights or number plate be obscured when carrying cycles, an auxiliary lighting board and number plate
must be provided. Lighting boards and wiring systems are specifically designed for this purpose.
1.13 The maximum carrying capacity of this product is 2 cycles not exceeding a total of 30Kg. Check the weight of your
cycles, a typical mountain bike may weigh 16Kg. Check the vehicle manufacturer’s specification to ensure that you do
not overload the rear hatch or door.
1.14 If towing a trailer with the carrier fitted, ensure that sufficient clearance exists between the draw bar and cycles to allow
for manoeuvring.
1.15 This carrier is designed for temporary use only; remove when not in use or before going through a car wash.
KEEP THIS LEAFLET IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE USE
2. PARTS LIST
1 x Carrier, 6 x Straps
If at any time straps are detached from the carrier, they must be rethreaded as shown in
Diag. 1. The loose end of the strap being threaded through from the rear of the buckle
as illustrated.
Pulling the loose end of the strap through the buckle should easily adjust the strap
length. To release the straps, press the spring loaded cam (A) into the buckle as shown
in Diag. 1.
(A)
Diag. 1
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3. ASSEMBLY
The Cycle Carrier comes ready assembled, you only need to open the clamshell clamps by undoing the hand wheels (B) in
Diag.2 unfold and adjust the carrier frame to fit the car bodywork Diag. 4.
Close the clamshells securely by tightening the Hand Wheels (B) in Diag.3
No tools are required.
(B) (B)
Diag. 2 Diag. 3
4. FITTING THE CARRIER TO YOUR VEHICLE
Clean the vehicle bodywork before fitting the cycle carrier, this along with the protective foam pads fitted will help to avoid
scratches. Further protection for car paintwork may be required.
Position the Carrier on the rear of your vehicle and fit the two hooks (A) in Diag. 4 of the upper straps onto the top edge of the
boot lid, hatch or door. Tighten the straps in order to hold the Cycle Carrier in place. Diag. 4
Attach the side straps (B) in Diag. 4 to a suitable position on the side of the boot lid, hatch or door.
(A)
Diag.4
ADJUSTING THE CYCLE SUPPORT ARMS
Undo the Hand wheels (B) in Diag. 2. Adjust the angle of the carrier arms so they are as shown in Diag.4, the arms should be
at an angle of between 10 and 30 degrees above the horizontal. When the arms have been adjusted to the correct angle,
tighten the Hand wheels (B) in Diag. 3 securely.
Attach the lower straps (C) in Diag. 4 to the lower edge of the boot lid, hatch, door or to a secure position on the vehicle
bodywork, tow bar or chassis and tighten equally.
All straps must be as straight as possible and not twisted, progressively tighten the straps one by one to an equal tension
ensuring the carrier is firmly and centrally positioned. When tensioning the side straps, the metal brackets attaching the
buckles to the carrier frame may bend slightly.
(B)
(C)
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Adjust the straps to position the carrier ensuring that the rubber pads (A) are firmly in contact with the vehicle bodywork
(Diag.5). Avoid placing these feet on large or unsupported panels, or areas of bodywork, which may be liable to damage due
to the pressure applied by the loaded carrier.
Check and tighten all straps again the carrier should not move if lifted, pulled sideways or pushed downwards.
(A)
Diag.5
Important: straps should always be attached to metal parts of the vehicle, never to glass hatch backs, rubber seals, thin
plastic bumpers or trim.
If a secure fixing cannot be achieved using the hooks provided, you will need to use an adaptor kit (BC2001 not supplied)
consisting of foam covered puller bars fitted with straps. The foam covered bars are placed inside the boot lid or hatch and
their straps are fed through the rubber seal and fitted to the carrier. As the straps are tensioned the bars are pulled against the
inside of the hatch or boot lid, securely retaining the carrier. More detailed instructions are included with the product.
5. PLACING YOUR CYCLE ON YOUR CARRIER
When placing the bikes (max. of 2) onto the carrier support arms, place them in opposite directions. Avoid positioning them
directly next to the vehicle exhaust.
Secure bikes to the carrier with suitable ties or straps (not provided), ensuring that they do not come into contact with the
vehicle bodywork. After placing the bikes on the carrier, re-tension all the straps and tie off the surplus lengths of strap at the
base of the buckles for extra security and to prevent the loose ends flapping.
Remember: The driver of the vehicle is responsible for the security and safety of the load carried, check frequently during your
journey. If your lights or number plate are obscured, you must use an auxiliary lighting board.
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