What is ISO 11243 - Luggage carriers about?
ISO 11243 is an international standard on cycles that discusses the criteria for the workability of luggage carriers for bicycles. ISO 11243 specifies safety and performance requirements for the design and testing of luggage carriers intended for mounting (with or without tool) above and adjacent to the wheels of cycles and lays down guidelines for instructions on the use and care of such luggage carriers.
ISO 11243 does not apply to removable luggage (for example, handlebar bags or baskets that are not permanently attached). Toy carriers intended to be mounted on bicycles for young children in the scope of ISO 8098 are not covered by ISO 11243.
Who is ISO 11243 - Luggage carriers for?
ISO 11243 on luggage carriers for bicycles is relevant to:
- Manufacturer of luggage carriers
- Manufacturer of bicycles
Why should you use ISO 11243- Luggage carriers?
A luggage carrier, also commonly called a rack, is a device attached to a bicycle to which cargo or panniers can be attached. This is popular with utility bicycles and touring bicycles. Bicycle luggage carriers may be mounted on the front or rear of a bicycle.
ISO 11243 provides guidance on tolerances, sharp edges, crack detection methods, dimensions, protrusions, strength under high and low temperature, dynamic load tests, static load test -vertical load, lateral load.
ISO 11243 has been developed in response to demand throughout the world, and the aim has been to ensure that luggage carriers manufactured in compliance with it will be as safe as is practically possible. The tests have been designed to ensure the strength and durability of the luggage carrier, demanding high quality throughout and consideration of safety aspects from the design stage onwards.
