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Burley Flatbed Owner's Instruction and Safety Manual
No Motorized Vehicles
Your Burley Flatbed is only in tend ed for use with pedal-pow ered cy cles;
never pull it with a motorized vehicle, as the in creased ac cel er a tion and
speed could damage the trail er or cause the trailer to tip over.
Avoid Riding in Traffi c
We recommend against riding in traffi c. If you must ride in traffi c, do not pull
your trailer on high ways or busy streets. Never assume that you will be given
the right-of-way, even if it is legally yours. Use care when pulling your trailer
on bike routes or along bike lanes, es pe cial ly at intersections.
Ride on Clean, Paved Surfaces
Your Burley Flatbed is not intended for off-road use. Any bumps or
ir reg u lar i ties could cause tip over and serious in ju ry to the bicyclist or
damage to the trailer and/or its contents. Cross over railroad tracks, curb
cut outs, and road grooves at 90˚. Riding parallel or at acute angle to such
obstacles can cause a crash.
Riding When It’s Slippery
Be es pe cial ly care ful in wet, rainy, or freezing con di tions. Your abil i ty to
con trol and stop your bi cy cle when towing a trailer is greatly im paired. In
wet con di tions apply your brakes periodically to be sure the rims and brake
pads are clear of water. Avoid forceful braking which can cause dan ger ous
skid ding. Ride slowly and allow a greater margin of safety when starting,
stop ping, and turning.
Do not ride on surfaces where sand, gravel, ice, oil, or other slippery
substances are present; if you must pass over slippery surfaces, walk your
bike and trailer.
Navigating Curbs, Stairs, and Escalators
Never tow your trailer over curbs; rider must dismount and walk over
any curbs. If you must traverse stairs, prevent a hazardous loss of control:
carefully roll your trail er and bike, in de pen dent ly, up or down the stairs.
Never take your bike or trailer on escalators.
Use Cautiously with Pets
Your trailer is not designed to secure pets. A cat or other small pet can be
towed if they are in a pet carrier secured to the trailer frame. Do not exceed
100 lbs. Never tow an excitable dog in your trailer, as it may lunge or try to
jump out causing tip over or other accident.
