Young Electric SOLE R Hitch Bike Rack Manual

Parts List

Parts for Bike Rack

Parts for Ramp

Required Tools (Not included)

Assembly Instructions

STEP 1

Align the holes of the Front Wheel Holder (3) with the Beam Assembly (1). Install 4 pieces of M10*25 Outer Hexagon Bolt Kit (2) and tighten them.

STEP 2

Place the components assembled in Step 1 into the Bottom Fixing Bracket (6). Align the holes, install 2 pieces of M10 Long Outer Hexagon Bolt (4) and 2 pieces of M10 Lock Nut (5), and tighten the bolts.

STEP 3

Insert the Support Rod (7) into the Bottom Fixing Bracket (6). Align the holes, install the M10 Low Square Neck Bolt (8) and the M10 Lock Nut (5), and tighten them until the support rod does not move. Recommended torque: 50 Nm.

STEP 4

Insert the adjustable Connecting Block (9) into the Support Rod (7). Properly tighten the knob so that it does not slide down.

STEP 5

Align the holes of the folding tube with the holes on the vehicle's 2-inch hitch receiver. Connect the two parts as shown. Place an M16 Shockproof Bolt (10) through the Φ16 Spring Washer (11), Φ16 Flat Washer (12), and the aligned holes. Screw the bolt in place using a Monkey Wrench (not included) and secure it with the Φ3.8 pin (13), ensuring the pin passes through the holes on the bolt.

Note: The diameter of the lock beam should be less than 7mm. The lock is not included.

Bike Installation Instructions

Before placing the bicycle, stand up the support rod in the middle. Snap the front tire of the e-bike into the front wheel holder, and place the rear tire in the beam. Use the ratchet wheel straps to fix the front wheel, rear wheel, and seat tube of the bicycle.

⚠️ It's generally recommended to use the ratchet wheel strap to fix the crossbar (if applicable) or the middle tube (or seat post). Considering that some electric bikes have thicker downtubes, please do not strap the downtube.

Ensure the distance between the edge of the steel frame on the connecting block and the bike frame is over 15mm.

Note: Use the ratchet wheel strap to fix and tighten the seat tube, middle tube, or the position of the crossbar near the seat tube/middle tube of the bicycle.

Note: Use the ratchet wheel strap to fix and tighten the front wheel of the bicycle.

Note: The rear tire fixing seat needs to be placed in front of the rear wheel.

Bike Installation Instructions (Tire Width < 2.5")

If your tire width is less than 2.5 inches, please use the provided velcros to fasten the front and rear tires. Only 2 pieces of Velcro (14) are required to fix the tires; the rest are for spare.

Note: The velcro fixes the front tire as illustrated.

Note: The velcro fixes the rear tire as illustrated.

How to Adjust the Wheel Cradle

1. Pull the cam gear.
2. Turn in counterclockwise.
3. Slide it.
4. Until it is against the tire.
5. Fix by turning clockwise.
6. Press it down.

How to Use the Ramp

1. Fix the buckle to the rack.
2. Insert the ramp.
3. Insert the quick-release pin.
4. Fix the quick-release pin.
5. Confirm the direction of the ramp.
6. Insert the ramp to the bike rack.
7. Push the bike up along the ramp.

You Are Almost There!

Dimension and Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

• Maximum Load: Bicycle under 100 LBS
• Maximum bicycle wheelbase: 50"
• Applicable Types of Hitched Bike: Electric Bike/Regular Bike
• Not intended for use with mopeds, motorcycles, or 3-wheel bikes.
• Applicable for tires width within 5"; extra velcros (included) need to be applied for tires within 2.5".

Warnings

• Do not overload beyond the bike rack's weight capacity of 100 lbs.
• Do not carry more than 1 bike on the carrier.
• The bike rack is not intended for transporting humans or animals.
• If you are planning to load only one bike, it is recommended to place it in the position closest to the vehicle.
• All bikes must be secured properly before operating the vehicle.
• Make sure the front of the bike(s), when mounted, is at or above the bottom of the bumper to avoid damage to the bike(s).
• Do not carry flammable items on the bike rack.
• If using the bike rack to transport electric bicycles, please remove the batteries from the bicycles prior to transporting them. This will help reduce the weight supported by the carrier.
• During long trips, frequently check the straps and bike position, especially if traveling on rough terrain.
• Please do not make alterations to the product, as it can pose potential hazards to your safety.
• Failure to heed these warnings may result in personal injury and/or property damage.
• To prevent serious injury or death, inspect the bike rack for any signs of wear, corrosion, and fatigue before each use. Do not use the bicycle rack if parts are bent, broken, deformed, or missing. If parts are bent, broken, damaged, or missing, remove the rack from your vehicle before operating the vehicle.

Young Electric Warranty Policy

Young Electric is committed to providing customers with a quality shopping experience. For the products sold, a 2-year warranty is provided from the date of purchase, which includes non-artificial product defects. This warranty does not cover issues caused by normal wear and tear, including (but not limited to) weather, scratches, dents, rust, accidents, unlawful vehicle operation, misuse, abuse, neglect, theft, unauthorized modifications, or unauthorized repair.

Please strictly follow the instructions on how to use the product. No warranty or responsibility is provided for defects caused by improper fit, improper vehicle installation, installation on an "unsuitable" vehicle, incorrect installation of the bike on the rack, or overloading of the weight limit of the rack. This warranty terminates if the purchaser transfers the product to any other person.

If a product is believed to be defective, the purchaser should directly contact the Young Electric Team at 888-933-8899 or through support@youngelectricbikes.com.

Disclaimer of Liability: Repair or replacement of a defective product or the issuance of a refund or credit (as determined by Young Electric) is a purchaser's exclusive remedy under this warranty. Young Electric shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, incidental, special, punitive, or any other damages in connection with the purchase, use, or handling of this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, and the above limitation may not apply to you. This Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state.

Thank You & Support

Thank You for Choosing a Young Electric Hitch Bike Rack!

Young Electric Bike racks are designed to make your bicycles well hitched with stability & safety. Carefully read this Owner's Manual before assembly; it will give you all the information necessary for assembly and adjusting.

Young Electric works hard to guarantee you a bike rack that is properly assembled and correctly adjusted when it leaves the factory. Please contact our Help Center if you still have any questions after reading this manual. Our customer service staff are ready to answer questions regarding assembly, performance, operation, service parts, or other general services.

Email: support@youngelectricbikes.com

Keep this Owner's Manual in a safe place for future reference. All content in this manual is subject to change as we continually work to refine our products.

This manual contains warnings, cautions, and notes; therefore, please carefully read all of this information for your safety. Give special attention to any information that has a warning or caution symbol before or next to it. Also, pay attention to any information preceded by NOTICE, as this will be important information that may be related to safety.

Always properly maintain and care for your bike rack so original quality and safety are retained.

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Version: 23.09.26