Sidekick Stirrups
Product Information: SidekickTM Stirrups
The SidekickTM Stirrups are accessories designed to safely
transport rear passengers on a bike. The product comes with two
Velcro straps that must be secured at the bottom to ensure
stability during use. It is important to check local regulations
before carrying passengers, as it may be illegal in some areas even
if the bike has been designed or configured for this purpose. The
maximum gross vehicle weight limit should also be checked, and
riders should determine if they are comfortable carrying up to 80%
of their weight. Both the rider and rear passenger(s) should wear
an approved helmet, and children should not be left unattended on
the bike.
The bike must have purpose-built rear seating, foot support,
handhold, and foot and leg protection accessories installed to
safely transport passengers. These accessories should be chosen
according to the passenger’s needs and installed correctly and
securely before riding. It is important to note that the seating
accessories are strictly for sitting, while the rear handhold
accessories are strictly for passengers to hold. The foot support
accessories are strictly for passenger use when seated and should
not be used for standing.
The product manufacturer, Mobility Holdings, Ltd., provides more
information on how to safely carry passengers on your bike on their
website, ternbicycles.com/support.
Product Usage Instructions: SidekickTM Stirrups
- Check local regulations to ensure it is legal to carry
passengers on a bike in your area. - Check the maximum gross vehicle weight limit and determine if
you are comfortable carrying up to 80% of your weight. - Ensure both the rider and rear passenger(s) wear an approved
helmet. - Do not allow children to climb onto the bike or leave them
unattended on the bike. - Install purpose-built rear seating, foot support, handhold, and
foot and leg protection accessories according to the passenger’s
needs. - Check that all accessories are installed correctly and securely
before riding. - Use the seating accessories strictly for sitting, the rear
handhold accessories strictly for passengers to hold, and the foot
support accessories strictly for passenger use when seated. - Secure the SidekickTM Stirrups with two Velcro straps at the
bottom.
SidekickTM Stirrups
Carrying Rear Passengers
In order to safely transport rear passengers, please check the following points and ensure your bike is equipped with the proper accessories.
Check Local Regulations
It may be illegal to carry passengers on a bike in your area even if it has been designed or configured to do so. Check your local regulations before carrying passengers.
Check Max Gross Vehicle Weight Limits
Please follow and check your bike’s manual for information about maximum gross vehicle weight. (Maximum gross vehicle weight is the total weight of the bike, rider, passenger, accessories, and cargo.) Most riders can comfortably carry 80% of their weight. You should determine if you are comfortable carrying that much weight.
Wear a Helmet
Rider and rear passenger(s) are strongly advised to wear an approved helmet.
Do NOT Leave Children Unattended
Do not allow your children to climb onto the bike nor leave your children unattended on the bike, even if it is on the kickstand. Wriggling children can upset the balance of the bike and a fall may result in serious injuries.
Use Proper Equipment
The bike needs to have the following accessories installed in order to safely transport rear passenger(s).
1. Seating. Purpose-built rear seating, chosen according to the 3. Foot support. Fixed platforms or dedicated foot pegs on
passenger’s needs
both sides of the bike
2. Handhold. Something for the passenger to hold on to, oth- 4. Foot and leg protection. Something to prevent feet and
er than the bike itself
legs from getting caught in the spinning wheel
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4 3
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2
4 3
The illustrations above show a mix of suggested gear to safely carry passengers. Your combination of passenger accessories may differ depending on your needs. To learn more about to safely carry passengers on your bike, visit ternbicycles.com/support.
Follow Installation Procedures Check to ensure accessories have been correctly installed and securely fastened before riding.
Use Accessories Properly Our seating accessories are strictly for sitting. Using them to lift the bike will damage the frame and accessory.
Our rear handhold accessories are strictly for passengers to hold. Adding substantial weight on the top of or using the rear passenger handlebars to lift the bike will cause undue stress on the seatpost and handlebar.
Our foot support accessories are strictly for passenger use when SEATED. Standing on them is unsafe and may permanently damage the frame.
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SidekickTM Stirrups
What’s Included
· Sidekick Stirrups · Velcro Strap x 4
Installation
The Sidekick Stirrups must be secured with two Velcro Straps at the bottom. Contact your dealer for replacements if needed.
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LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION: This Product comes with a ONE (1) YEAR Limited Warranty from the date of retail purchase by the original end-user. If a material or workmanship defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, this Product will be replaced. Mobility Holdings cannot be held liable for damages to personal property due to misuse or improper care and maintenance. This Product Warranty does not, under any circumstance, cover the replacement or cost of any third party product used with or connected to the Product.
Tern, the Tern Werd (logotype), the Tern Berd (device) and Sidekick used alone or in combination are trade names, trade devices or registered trademarks of Mobility Holdings, Ltd.
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