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Attaching Your Bike to the Trainer

WARNING

For direct-drive trainers, the rear axle must be installed properly. Failure to tighten and firmly close the quick release lever may result in injury or property damage. To see a video, go to www.garmin.com/tacx/axle.

  1. Place the trainer on a firm and level surface.
  2. Attach the front leg 2 to the trainer using the bolts 10, washers 11, and hex key 12.

    Device with callouts
  3. Remove the rear wheel from your bike.
  4. Align the rear axle of the bike with the trainer frame.
  5. Tighten and close the quick release skewer or thru axle.
  6. Rotate the crank arm to check for clearance.
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June 2026
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