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How to Secure Cables on Tern Bikes With the Combo Mount When Using a Front Rack

When installing a front rack like the Transporteur Rack or Hauler Rack on your Tern bike’s Combo Mount, you’ll want to ensure all of the bike cables are properly secured so they don’t get caught or rub against other parts during steering. If you notice a cable rubbing or getting caught on the rack, this guide will walk you through how to fix it.

Tern GSD ebike with Combo Mount
The Combo Mount is built directly into your bike’s frame

Step 1: Determine if your bike comes with a cable holder

Take a look at your bike’s handlepost and see if there’s a cable holder for gathering the cables.

Tern GSD with cable holder on handlepost

Step 2: Fasten the cables 

All Tern front racks come with a cable strap to help you keep your bike’s cables organized. If you don’t have a cable strap, see your Tern dealer to get one. A zip tie will also work!

Hauler Rack with included cable strap
Tern front racks like the Hauler Rack come with a cable strap

For bikes that have a cable holder

Gather the cables near the front rack and use the cable strap (or zip tie) to secure them to the rack’s mounting bracket.

⚠ Ensure the cable strap is secure while still allowing unrestricted steering.

Cable strap looped through Transporteur Rack
Transporteur Rack
Cable strap looped through Hauler Rack
Hauler Rack

For bikes without a cable holder

Gather the cables near the front rack and use the cable strap (or zip tie) to secure them to the handlepost.

⚠ Be sure to position the cable strap or zip tie so it doesn't interfere with the handlepost locking mechanism. 

Cable strap placement on Quick Haul Long with Speedlifter Stem

Suggested strap placement on bikes with a Speedlifter Stem

Cable strap placement on GSD Gen 1 cargo bike with Physis Handlepost

Suggested strap placement on bikes with a Physis Handlepost


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Useful links

Download the manuals to our front rack accessories that use the Combo Mount here: