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A Guide to Carrying Passengers on the GSD
Recommendations for Safe and Happy Riding
• Check your local regulations: Some countries do not allow the carrying of passengers on the
back of a bicycle. Others may require specific accessories to do so legally.
• Check the well-being of your passenger: These are recommended guidelines for usage. As always, you must determine
if your passenger is strong enough and alert enough to be transported as a passenger on this bicycle.
• Check maximum load limit: Max load limit for the GSD is 172 kg (379 lb) which includes rider, passenger(s), and any additional cargo or
accessories. Most riders can comfortably carry 80% of their weight. You should determine if you are comfortable carrying that much weight.
• Practice, practice, practice: Rider size and strength will affect how easily a loaded bicycle can be
handled. Always practice in an open, car-free area before carrying a passenger.
• Only ride on paved roads: The GSD should only be used for on-pavement riding.
USE PROPER EQUIPMENT
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Carrying rear passenger(s) require the GSD to be equipped with (1) proper seating, (2) a pair of foot
• Follow installation procedures: Check to ensure accessories have been correctly installed and fastened securely.
• Use installed accessories properly: The Clubhouse, Sidekick Foot Pegs, and Sidekick Lower Deck are strictly for
passenger use when SEATED. Standing on them is unsafe and may permanently damage the frame.
• Always use an approved child seat to carry children: The Thule Yepp Maxi child seat has been tested and approved for use with the Tern GSD.
• Use foot supports: Both rear passengers' feet need to lie flat on either the Sidekick Lower Deck or Sidekick Foot Pegs during the ride.
• Ensure passengers have something to hold during the ride: Whenever the GSD is in motion, passengers who are not in
a child seat must keep a grip on something stationary, such as a Clubhouse, Sidekick Bars or Saddle handle.
• Protect legs and feet: To protect passengers' legs and feet, Cargo Hold Panniers must be installed and folded flat.
• Wear a helmet: All passengers should wear approved helmets.
• Check for dangling straps and loose-fitting clothing on passengers: Ensure skirts, pants, shoelaces,
etc. are tucked away or tied down to avoid being caught when the bike is in motion.
• Check tire pressure and amount of weight on each tire: Maximum weight on each tire should not exceed 115 kg (254 lb) when inflated to
the maximum allowable pressure of 65 psi (4.5 bar). Overloading and/or under-inflating a tire causes premature wear and could be unsafe.
Approximately 60% of the total weight will be on the rear wheel.
GETTING OFF AND ON THE BIKE
• When child or adult passengers are getting onto the rear rack, ALWAYS hold the bike: NEVER allow
children to climb onto the GSD by themselves unless an adult is steadying the bike.
• Use the kickstand when buckling in children: Because the kickstand will keep the bike stable,
you can use two hands to securely buckle children into a child seat.
• Do not leave children unattended on the back of the GSD: NEVER, ever, ever leave children unattended on the back of the GSD,
even if it is on the kickstand. Wriggling children can upset the balance of the bike and a fall may result in serious injuries.
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supports, (3) handholds and (4) foot and leg protection on both sides of the bike.
(international usage)
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