how easy it is to mount / unmout the trailer from the bike? is there a way to have a quick release ? thanks
1440419
There is a quick release that is mounted to the bike. It is quite easy to remove and replace the trailer. The hardest part is keeping your kid from running in to traffic while you do it.
1440420
there is not a quick release. you must use a tool to unfasten the bolt. Not hard but does require some work rather than just the click of a lever or button. Still, this makes you know it isn't going anywhere when riding. Very secure.
1440421
Underneath it you un clip the bar and it comes out to be hooked on a bike. I don't use that part but it seems very easy
429381
Mine is the simplest and similar to another poster's method. I just use a bike lock and put it thru the handle, then attach it to whatever is close and available. Yes, this is very minimal and is just somewhat of a minor deterrent, but much better than nothing.
2070018
You attach a hitch to the rear wheel hub (that stays on the bike permanently, though you could remove it easily enough if you wanted to). The trailer connects to this and is secured with a pin that is itself secured with a spring clip. There is a backup strap also. It is pretty easy on and off, though it isn't the best as a hand cart because the handle is designed to attach low on the bike, and if you hold it at comfortable hand height the trailer will be far from horizontal. The low connection to the bike is very good when you are using it as a trailer - this is nice and stable.
424782
I would recommend a stronger hitch trailer. Worked good for our 250 dirt bike but not for anything much heavier. And we only used ours for short distances. 15 miles or less
1871333
I'm sure you figured it out by now but the housing, at least for me, was tough to get off. Someone suggested a gear puller which would seem like a great way (maybe the proper way) to do it. Not having a gear puller, I wound up using a couple small wrenches as levers on either side of the housing and popped it off that way.
1101273
The light itself has a quick release to get it off the mount, but the mount itself is attached via a Phillips head screw. The light without the mount is pretty useless, but if you're concerned about it being stolen, it's simple and quick to take off the light and bring it with you, leaving only the mount attached to the bike. I suppose someone would be able to steal the mount, but they'd need a screwdriver, and I'm not sure why anyone would want a light-less mount.
1483260
Hi Lisa, there is a black hitch on the end of the bar which you remove and bolt to the rear axle of your bike. Then you just connect the tow bar when you want to use the trailer.
449349
Very.... Essentially the push of a button... The quick release skewer is junk, and I'll be bitchin' about it and demanding a replacement, but the mounting and solid axle setup is solid.... Feel free to contact me with anymore questions you might have... I'm a bike mechanic with 30 years experience, and a borderline activist, so will answer questions with everyday biking in mind.... Be safe, have fun, and support cycling!!!
1992911
There's a lock washer on the inside at the bottom that secures the box to the mounting bracket. Theoretically, you'd probably have to break some portion of it to get it off the bike without opening it.
2213194
Yes, it is easy to remove. Unscrew the retaining pin in your hitch receiver, pull it out, then remove the bike rack. It takes just a couple of minutes.
1092476
There is no release mechanism on the unit as far as I can tell. I just kinda wiggle it back and forth and pull until it slides off. Unless I'm missing something. : )
1782898
Yes, I attached my RAD to an older Schwin bike without quick release , and it works fine, my wife rides it all the time.
57807
No quick release at all. (2) screw holes in center of mount for mounting to the frame.
1426348
It is very easy to remove from it's mounting holder. With a thumb, push forward and it pops out. To return it to the holder is the opposite, just slide it in, them seat it with minimal thumb pressure. Hope this helps, best regards
489765
There is a quick release. The only part that will remain is the mount connected to the seat post.
2208626
I could not find an easy way to loosen it either. The assembly and disassembly of this bike is not easy, and takes a lot of effort. In hindsight, I should probably have returned the bike because of thedifficulty in folding and unfolding it. Too late now. It would be easier just to buy a standard bike and lay it down in the back of your car or truck. That would be my recommendation. ------- Mike Bowsman -- 5/3/14
1449359
Yes, it's a wonderful design to quick release when not needed and snap-on when needed. If the kid is using it to ride it at home, usually it's a nuisance. Hence removed it. Now, outside, depending on the time of the day and Sun, feel free to use/remove it