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Transporting gear

Please consider the maximum bike weight as
specified in Chapter ‘Proper use’ on p. 27.
The maximum weight is normally the sum of all
elements, including gear. Do not exceed this
weight when transporting gear.

If you mount additional luggage racks on your bike,
make sure that they comply with the requirements
of DIN 14872.

Also make sure that the mounted parts on your bike
are approved for mounting such bike racks. Please
observe the manufacturer's specifications.

Cycling with a load.

Overloading your bike may

fracture components relevant to safety or cause them
to fail. The handling changes when the bike is loaded
and the braking distance increases. Do not in any
case exceed the maximum permissible weight of
120 kg / 265 lbs. Adjust the tyre pressure to the total
weight of the bike. Practice cycling with a loaded bike
on a surface away from traffic. Adjust your cycling
technique to accommodate for the changed handling.

Use of child seats and child bike trailers.

Porsche Bikes are not approved for mounting child
seats or for cycling with child bike trailers. Do not use
any child seats or child bike trailers.

WARNING

Transporting the bike by car

The boot [ trunk ] of your car is ideal for transporting
your bike. This protects your bike against external
influences and dirt. Make sure dirt does not end up
in the boot [ trunk ] of your car. If necessary, place
something under the bike. You can also use an interior
bike rack to secure your bike.

Make sure the bike is not on the drive derailleur or
drive side. This could damage the rear derailleur
among other things. You should also protect your
brake discs against damage. Make sure that the
gear cables or brake cables are not kinked.

If your bike cannot be transported in the boot [ trunk ],
Porsche also offers two systems for roof and trailer
coupling.

Vehicle load limit, lights and license number.

A load extending above the vehicle and blocking of
the vehicle lights may result in accidents. Only load
the bike rack so that the bike does not protrude from
the side of the vehicle. The vehicle lights and license
number also may not be blocked.

Transporting the bike in the vehicle boot without
securing it.

Braking, changing direction or an

accident may cause a bike which is not secured
in the vehicle boot [ trunk ] to shift and endanger
passengers. Never transport the bike in the vehicle
boot [ trunk ] of your car if it is not secured.

Transporting the bike when it is not secured.

When transporting the bike on the vehicle exterior,
parts which are not secured [ tools, saddlebags etc. ]
may become loose and cause accidents when driving.
Secure the loose parts on the bike or remove them
before transporting the bike.

Invisible damages to the frame.

In particular,

clamping carbon frames may result in invisible damage
which cause components to suddenly fail. The same
applies to Porsche Bike racks. Only use bike racks
with clamps that correspond to your bike frame.
Do not overload the frame when clamping it into place.

Risk of irreparable damage to the frame tube.

Make sure that the bike rack clamps are designed
for clamping large-volume frame tubes.

Unsuitable bike racks pose a risk of damage
to the handlebars, stem, seat and seat tube.

Do not use bike racks where the bike is mounted
upside down, that is, with the handlebars and seat
facing down. Do not use any bike racks with braces
for the pedal cranks.

PLEASE NOTE

WARNING