How to assemble the Cargo Plus Rack with the Extension Saddle (instructions/video)Updated 14 days ago
Cargo Plus Rack & Extension Saddle Installation Guide
Follow the instructions below to assemble and install the Cargo Plus Rear Rack, Extension Saddle (Passenger Seat), and Cargo Basket on your Ariel Rider e-bike.
*Note: This guide applies to pre-2025 X-Class 52V and Grizzly models.
Required Tools
- 3mm Allen wrench
- 5mm Allen wrench
- 8mm wrench
- 10mm wrench
- Wire snips / flush cutters
Step-by-Step Installation Instructions
Part 1: Installing the Rear Rack
- Position rubber washers: Place the black rubber washers over the mounting holes on the bike frame to protect the paint and prevent noise.
- Align the rack: Place the rear rack onto the frame so its mounting holes align directly with the rubber washers and frame mounts.
- Secure the rack:Fasten the rack using the supplied nuts, bolts, and silver washers. Tighten down using a 5mm Allen wrench and a 10mm wrench.
Part 2: Relocating the Tail Light
- Remove the tail light: Snip securing zip ties, then remove the two tail light bolts using an 8mm wrench. Unplug the connection cables by pulling the quick-connect plugs straight apart.
- Mount to rear rack:Connect the tail light extension cable and relocate the tail light to the mounting bracket on the rear of the rack. Secure the cable along the rack tubing using 3 zip ties and snip excess zip-tie tails.
Part 3: Installing the Extension Saddle / Passenger Seat
- Swap hardware:If the rear rack is already installed, remove the nuts and bolts used to secure the top of the rack. Use the longer passenger seat nuts and bolts instead.
- Tighten seat bolts: Secure the passenger seat bolts to the rear rack using a 10mm wrench.
Part 4: Installing the Cargo Basket
- Place rubber washers:Set rubber washers over the top mounting holes of the rear rack.
- Fasten basket hardware:Position the basket over the washers and secure the 4 bolts with a 3mm Allen wrench. Ensure the split lock washer is positioned on top of the flat washer before tightening.
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