Bike Balance Training Handle Quick start guide

I. MESSAGES & WARNINGS .....................................................PAGE 2
II. FORK BASE UNIT COMPONENTS .....................................PAGE 2
III. SELECTING PROPER LEG TYPE.......................................PAGE 2
IV. LEG LENGTH ADJUSTMENT & FORK MOUNTING .........PAGE 3
1. Single-speed bicycle (SSB) lower fork legs....................................................... Page 3
2. Multi-speed bicycle (MSB) lower fork legs ...................................................... Page 4
V. STRUT ARM MOUNTING...................................................PAGE 5
VI. BIKE BALANCE ATTACHMENTS ......................................PAGE 6
1. Training Handle Kit ................................................................................................ Page 6
mounting & adjusting
2. Basket Adapter ....................................................................................................... Page 7
mounting & adjusting
VII. CLEANING YOUR BIKE BALANCE UNIT .......................PAGE 8
VIII. LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................................PAGE 8
the ULTIMATE bicycle accessory
owner’s instruction manual
for traInIng handle
& basket adapter
FORK BASE
UNIT
TRAINING HANDLE
BASKET ADAPTER

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seCtIon I
General warninG:
Bicycle riding can be a hazardous activity. Bicycles can and are intended to move, and it
is therefore possible to get into dangerous situations or lose control and/or fall off.
*use witH ProPer saFetY Precautions.
use at Your own risK, anD use common
sense.
• ALWAYS WEAR PROPER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
SUCH AS A SNELL OR ANSI APPROVED HELMET.
• SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN IF
RIDING IN LESS THAN IDEAL CONDITIONS.
• WHEN USINg TRAININg HANDLE, RIDER MUST
NOT EXCEED 150 LBS.
seCtIon II
BiKe Balance comPonents: (FORK BASE UNIT FIG.1)
seCtIon III
selectinG ProPer leG tYPe
The training handle kit includes Single Speed Bicycle (SSB) legs and are used for
most children’s bicycles. Multi-speed bicycle (MSB) legs are used with most multi-
speed or wide-axle bicycle frames and are sold separately (not included in your training
handle kit) (Fig. 2).
Figure 1
nylon spacer
nylon spacer
stem cap
stem
strut arm bolt
upper fork
fork leg clamp
lower fork leg
spring-loaded button
spring-loaded button
strut arm
hub nut
alternate clamp mounting plate

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Note: MSB legs may be used on some single speed bicycles, if and only if your bicycle
frame has basket eyelets (Fig. 3). The eyelets are located on the rear wheel mounting
plate of your bicycle. This type of installation will require multiple spacers (See SSB &
MSB installation in SECTION IV).
seCtIon IV
leG lenGtH aDJustment & ForK mountinG
A decal on the side of the fork base unit indicates different leg length settings (Fig 4). It
is important to use the smallest fork length, which will clear the rear bicycle tire and fender.
Secure fork leg by engaging spring-loaded button. Tighten lower leg clamp with supplied Allen
wrench (Fig. 5).
1. SINGLE-SPEED BICYCLE (SSB) FORK LEGS
Secure spring-loaded button in the proper length setting and tighten fork leg clamps with the
supplied Allen wrench. Loosen or remove bicycle rear axle nuts (counter-clockwise). Place leg
mounting plate on the bicycle axle and partially tighten axle nut.
Note: When attaching to the axle, use supplied washers if space permits.
Center wheel in the bicycle frame. Pull back and remove slack from chain. Firmly tighten axle
nuts (clockwise) with a wrench (Fig. 6 & 7).
Figure 2 Figure 3
Figure 5
Figure 4

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If your bicycle manufacturer has installed a molded plastic chain guard system that covers the
entire rear wheel mounting plate, temporarily disconnect the rear portion for installation of
the legs (Fig. 8 & 9).
After installing, re-secure the rear chain guard, if possible.
Note: Trimming the plastic chain guard may be necessary for proper installation on some
bicycles. Consult your local bike shop.
2. MULTI-SPEED BICYCLE (MSB) FORK LEGS
MSB lower fork legs are designed for most multi-speed and wide axle
bicycles. Replace (SSB) legs with (MSB) legs. Secure spring-loaded button in the proper
length setting and tighten fork leg clamps with the supplied Allen wrench.
Secure (MSB) legs to the basket eyelets located above the rear axle of the bicycle
(Fig. 10). Use one of three pairs of supplied Allen bolts. Bolt length will depend on
how many mounting spacers are needed. Four mounting spacers are supplied. Use one
or more spacers to accommodate different axle widths (Fig. 11).
Figure 8
Figure 7
Figure 6
Figure 9

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seCtIon V
strut arm mountinG
Loosely connect the strut arm to the seat post clamp (Fig. 12a). If needed, remove
plastic grommet for larger size seat post bolts.
An alternate seat post clamp is also included with your Bike Balance unit (Fig. 12b).
Use only if the present bicycle manufacturer does not have a clamp suitable for
proper installation.
When using the alternate seat post clamp, unscrew the hub nut and remove
nylon spacer. Reposition the spacer between the strut arm and the U-clamp
(Fig. 13a & 13b). Loosely re-install hub nut. Follow adjustment procedures in
SECTION VI.
Figure 12a Figure 12b
Figure 10 Figure 11

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seCtIon VI
BiKe Balance attacHments
1. TRAINING HANDLE COMPONENTS
& MOUNTING (FIG. 14)
Match Steer tube quick release clamp keyway to the Fork unit stem groove.
Slide Steer tube onto Fork base unit. Secure spring-loaded pin and tighten
clamp. Tilt handle far enough back by lengthening Strut arm so supervising
adult will not kick or stride into the rear tire.
Assemble the right and left handlebars by
pressing the spring-loaded buttons and
inserting them into the T-tube (Fig. 15).
Make certain the Button engages in the T-bar for each handlebar.
WARNING: FAILURE TO PROPERLY ENGAGE
SPRING-LOADED BUTTONS MAY CAUSE
INJURY.
Figure 13a Figure 13b
Figure 14
Figure 15

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To adjust the height of the handlebars,
unlock the steering tube by pulling outward
on the quick-release lever. Slide the T-tube
to the desired position and secure by
locking spring-loaded button in place and
by pushing inward on the quick release
clamp (Fig. 16).
The tension of the quick release clamping
mechanism can be adjusted by tightening
or loosening the Allen bolt. Be careful not
to over-tighten. You should always be able
to open and close the quick-release lever
by hand and the T-tube should telescope
freely with the clamp open.
WARNING: FAILURE TO PROPERLY ENGAGE
THE QUICK-RELEASE CLAMP AND THE
SPRING-LOADED BUTTON MAY CAUSE THE
T-BAR TO MOVE WHICH MAY CAUSE INjURY.
2.BASKET ATTACHMENT AND MOUNTING
(FIG. 17)
Most types of baskets can be
mounted on this adapter.
Place the Lower basket mounting
plate roughly in the center of the
basket. Bolt the Top mounting plate
through the basket to the Lower
plate.
This is done in a sandwich- like
manner. Secure all four mounting
lock washers and nuts using a
wrench. Place the Basket attachment
receptor onto the Fork base unit
stem. Engage the spring-loaded
button and tighten the quick-release
clamp.
Note: Mounting plate positioning may need to be altered to accommodate different
baskets.
Figure 16
Figure 17

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seCtIon VII
cleaninG Your BiKe Balance unit
Wipe with a damp cloth to remove dirt and dust. Do not use industrial cleaners or
solvents as they may damage the surfaces. Do not use alcohol, alcohol-based, or
ammonia-based cleaners as they may damage or dissolve the plastic components or
soften the decals or decal adhesive.
seCtIon VIII
limiteD warrantY
This limited warranty is only for Bike Balance. There is no other expressed
or implied warranty. The manufacturer warranties this product to be free of
manufacturing defects for a period of 90 days from date of purchase. This limited
warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, nor any damage, failure or loss
caused by improper assembly, mounting, maintenance, storage, or use.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY WILL BE VOID IF THE PRODUCT IS EVER:
• USED IN A MANNER OTHER THAN WHAT IT IS INTENDED.
• MODIFIED IN ANY WAY.
• RENTED.
The manufacturer is not liable for incidental or consequential loss nor damage due directly
or indirectly from the use of this product.
TO OBTAIN SERVICE UNDER THIS WARRANTY YOU MUST, WITHIN
THE WARRANTY PERIOD, CONTACT BIKE BALANCE LLC DIRECTLY BY
GOING TO WWW.BIKEBALANCE.COM AND CLICKING ‘WARRANTY
CLAIMS.’
seCtIon Ix
relateD & aDDitional ProDucts (SOLD SEPARATELY)
1. BASE STEM PROTECTOR / FOAM COVER (FIG. 18).
2. BICYCLE DOG LEASH (DOG JOGGER ATTACHMENT/KIT) (FIG. 19).
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
714-322-9600
info@bikebalance.com
Figure 19Figure 18
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