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Page 1 081121 1-888-651-3431 Steel Motorcycle Carrier Instructions for Part # MCC-600 GENERAL GUIDELINES It is the user’s responsibility to read and follow all instructions. Keep these instructions with the product at all times and review before each use. It is the responsibility of this product’s owner to furnish the instructions to any person that borrows or purchases the product. Inspect the product before use to ensure it is assembled properly and all parts are in safe working order and free of defects. Never modify this product in any way. All circumstances cannot be addressed in these instructions. Please use common sense and prac- tice general safety measures when using this product. Parts and/or instructions are subject to change without notice. SAFETY Never exceed vehicle trailer hitch tongue weight capacity or carrying capacity of your vehicle. Some vehicles may require air shocks of modifications to the vehicle’s suspension. Please check your owner’s manual for vehicle hauling capabilities and weight ratings. Never exceed 600 lb. max rated weight capacity of carrier Not recommended for tow-behind trailers, including 5th wheel and camping trailers, motor-homes or RVs. Not recommended for use with hitch adapters or extensions. Will not work with Class II or smaller receivers. Push the motorcycle up the carrier with a helper; never ride a motorcycle onto the carrier! Prior to transport, make sure the ramp of the carrier and the motorcycle are properly secured to the carrier. When not in use, store the carrier in a secure place out of the reach of children. Carrier must be level in hitch receiver and on level ground while loading and unloading MAINTENANCE It is recommended that the general condition of any steel motorcycle carrier be examined each time before it is used. Keep your steel motorcycle carrier in good repair by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance. Check misalignment, loose or damaged parts, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. If any abnormal vibrations or noise occur, have the problem corrected before further use. Have necessary repairs made by qualified service personnel. Before each use, make sure any dirt, debris, oil, grease, etc. is cleaned off the carrier. Clean the carrier with a clean, moist cloth. Do not use solvents. Periodically check all hardware for tightness.

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Steel Motorcycle CarrierInstructions for Part # MCC-600GENERAL GUIDELINES • It is the user’s responsibility to read and follow all instructions.• Keep these instructions with the product at all times and review before each use.• It is the responsibility of this product’s owner to furnish the instructions to any person that borrows

or purchases the product.• Inspect the product before use to ensure it is assembled properly and all parts are in safe working

order and free of defects.• Never modify this product in any way.• All circumstances cannot be addressed in these instructions. Please use common sense and prac-

tice general safety measures when using this product.• Parts and/or instructions are subject to change without notice.

SAFETY• Never exceed vehicle trailer hitch tongue weight capacity or carrying capacity of your vehicle.• Some vehicles may require air shocks of modifications to the vehicle’s suspension.• Please check your owner’s manual for vehicle hauling capabilities and weight ratings.• Never exceed 600 lb. max rated weight capacity of carrier • Not recommended for tow-behind trailers, including 5th wheel and camping trailers, motor-homes or RVs.• Not recommended for use with hitch adapters or extensions.• Will not work with Class II or smaller receivers.• Push the motorcycle up the carrier with a helper; never ride a motorcycle onto the carrier!• Prior to transport, make sure the ramp of the carrier and the motorcycle are properly secured to

the carrier.• When not in use, store the carrier in a secure place out of the reach of children.• Carrier must be level in hitch receiver and on level ground while loading and unloading

MAINTENANCE• It is recommended that the general condition of any steel motorcycle carrier be examined each

time before it is used. Keep your steel motorcycle carrier in good repair by adopting a program of conscientious repair and maintenance. Check misalignment, loose or damaged parts, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. If any abnormal vibrations or noise occur, have the problem corrected before further use. Have necessary repairs made by qualified service personnel.

• Before each use, make sure any dirt, debris, oil, grease, etc. is cleaned off the carrier. Clean the carrier with a clean, moist cloth. Do not use solvents.

• Periodically check all hardware for tightness.

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Part Description QuantityA Carrier Base 1B Support Bar 2C Ramp 1D Hitch Tube 1E Tire Loop 1F Tire Cradle 1G M10x50 Round Head Bolt 4H M10x25 Bolt 4I M10x20 Bolt 6

Part Description QuantityJ M10 Lock Nut 14K Anti-Tilt w/ (2) M10x40 Bolt,

(2) M10x50 Bolt1

L Hitch Pin w/Clip 1M M10 Flat Washer 2N M10 Nylon Washer 2O M10 Wing Nut 2P Safety Pin 2

A B

C D

E F G H I J

K L M N O P

PARTS

Tools Needed: 17mm wrenches, 6mm hex key

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ASSEMBLYStep 1. Place the carrier base (A) upside down on a sold work surface. Fit the hitch tube in place, ensuring the hitch tube is towards the back of the carrier. Secure with M10x25 bolts (H) and lock nuts (J). Tighten with 17mm wrenches.

Step 2. Fit the support bars (B) in place and secure with M10x50 bolts (G) and lock nuts (J). It may be necessary to prop up the end of the carrier base on a sturdy, stable object to insert the bolts. With the bolt head on top of the carrier base and the nut on the support bar, tighten with a 6mm hex key and 17mm wrench. Turn the carrier right-side-up.

(1a)

(2a)

(2c)

(2b)

(2d)

(1b)

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Step 3. Attach the tire loop (E) to the carrier base using M10x20 bolts (I) and lock nuts (J). Tighten with 17mm wrenches.

Step 4. Attach the tire cradle to the carrier base using M10x20 bolts (I) and lock nuts (J). Choose the placement that is appropriate for the size of your tire. Tighten with 17mm wrenches.

Step 5. Attach the ramp to the support bars using nylon washers (N), flat washers (M), and wing nuts (O). Secure in place with safety pins (P).

(3a)

(4a)

(5a)

(3b)

(4b)

(5b)

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INSTALLATION

OPERATION

1. Install the bolts into the anti-tilt bracket (K), placing the longer bolts at the front and back holes and the shorter bolts at the center side holes. Slide the anti-tilt onto the hitch tube with the flat side towards the vehicle hitch receiver.

2. With assistance, lift the empty carrier and slide the hitch tube into the vehicle hitch receiver. Secure with the hitch pin and clip (L).

3. Fit the anti-tilt against the hitch receiver and tighten all bolts securely and evenly with a 17mm wrench.

1. Remove the wing nut and pin assembles to release the ramp.2. Remove the ramp and place the end rung onto the hook end of the

platform, making sure the ramp is securely in place. The bottom end of the ramp must rest flat on a solid, level surface when loading and unloading equipment.

3. Make sure the wheel cradle is set to the appropriate position and tie downs (sold separately) are in place.

4. Shift the motorcycle into neutral and, with another person’s assistance, push it up the ramp. Push the motorcycle completely onto the carrier platform until the front wheel rests in place.

5. Properly secure the motorcycle using tie down straps (sold separately).6. Return the ramp to the mounted position and secure with the wing nut assemblies.7. Attach any needed markers and/or lights to the carrier and motorcycle as required by vehicle

codes.

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PRODUCT WARRANTY & LIABILITYGENERAL PRODUCT WARRANTY: Products purchased from the Authorized Dealer (original place of purchase) or Merchant (“Dealer”) will be free of defects in material and workmanship at the time of receipt, and will meet the specifications stated at the place of purchase transaction or online at the Dealer’s website, under normal use and service when correctly installed, operated and maintained. This product warranty is effective for the period of time stated below, unless otherwise stated in the product instructions or depicted in the product advertisement. All Authorized Dealer warranties are NON-TRANSFERABLE and cover only the original end purchaser. This limited warranty does not cover products purchased through non-authorized dealers. Non-authorized dealer receipts are not accepted for warranty verification.

***WARRANTY CLAIMS MUST BE MADE DIRECTLY TO THE ORIGINAL PLACE OF PURCHASE.***

WARRANTY PERIOD: This warranty remains in force for one year from the date of the product’s accepted delivery. The Authorized Dealer offers a one year manufacturer’s warranty for most products unless otherwise specified on the product advertisement.

WARRANTY SERVICE: The Authorized Dealer will replace any defective or malfunctioning part at no charge, including payment of the shipping costs of parts or replacement product to and from the manufacturer. The purchaser is responsible for labor charges. If the product does not meet specifications as depicted in the advertisement, the Authorized Dealer will refund the full purchase price of the product.Questions regarding the warranty on a specific product and warranty claims should be directed to the Authorized Dealer with whom the purchase transaction was made.

WARRANTY LIMITATIONS: The above warranty does not apply to products that are repaired, modified or altered by any party other than the Authorized Dealer; are subjected to unusual physical stress or conditions (such as overloaded ramps or corrosion), natural disaster, governmental actions, wars, strikes, labor disputes, riots, theft, vandalism, terrorism or any reason beyond reasonable control; are damaged due to improper installation, misuse, abuse, accident or negligence in use, storage, transportation or handling, or tampering; or to products that are considered consumable items or items requiring repair or replacement due to normal wear and tear.Product should be inspected prior to signing for delivery. Product damage incurred during shipping, unless noted on the Bill of Lading at the time of delivery, renders this warranty void.

LIMITED LIABILITY: In no event shall THE AUTHORIZED DEALER be liable to the purchaser or any third party for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, exemplary or punitive damages arising out of the use of the product, including, without limitation, property damage, loss of value of the product or any third party products that are used in or with the product, or loss of use of the product or any third party products that are used in or with the product.