have your bike ready to load as the bus approaches
remove all bicycle accessories and loose items, including panniers, water bottles and child carriers
before stepping in front of the bus with your bike let the driver know that you will be using the bike rack
release the bike rack by squeezing the rack handle upwards to unfold the bike rack into the loading position
lift your bike into the rack and load it into the outside slot first, if vacant. Fit each wheel into its labelled (front and rear) slot
secure the bike-rack wheel lock on your bike; note that bicycle locks and chains are not to be used to secure your bike
use the front door to exit the bus and indicate to the driver that you will be removing your bike
remove your bike from the rack and then fold the rack back into its upright position (if there are no other bikes stored on the rack)
let the driver know when you have unloaded your bike and that you are a safe distance from the bus
Bike rack quick tips reference guide