BuyTricycle Adult trike User manual

ASSEMBLY GUIDE
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Thank you for purchasing from us, we have included a free battery light to keep you safe.
Please note your basket is sent seperately.
IMPORTANT - Before your first ride, you must check the following items:
• Checkallnutsandboltsaretightandnonehavebecomeloose.
•Checkthatthehandlebars,wheels,pedalsandsaddlearesecureandadjustedtosuit
• Checkthatyouknowhowthegearsandbrakesoperateandtheyareworkingsuciently.
• Checkthatyourtyresareinatedcorrectly.
• Pleasenotethatifthemudguardsdonotseemaligned,simplymovethembackintopositionandre-tightenthe
bolts. This is not a fault with the trike but can occur due to the unique way the trike’s are delivered ready to ride and
can easily be rectified by yourself.
• Onfoldingmodelsalwaysmakesurequickreleasesystemissecureandlockedinplacebeforeride.
Build Instructions:
We’ve tried to make this booklet as user friendly as possible but it is only a guide, so please only attempt the
build if you have experience with Tricycle / Bicycle assembly, if not seek professional assistance. BuyTricycle will
not be held responsible for damages/accidents/injuries due to an improper build, but please do not hesitate to
contact us with any questions you may have.
Tools Required:
• AdjustableWrench
• Phillipsandatbladescrewdrivers
•Metric Allen Keys
•Pliers with cutting ability
•Pedal wrench
•Bike chain tool/ splitter
•BicycleOil
•Bicycle Grease
•Bike/Trike Stand would be useful as elevation
required
IMPORTANT:Carefully open your Tricycle box and remove packaging. Lay out all the separate components, all
hardware is located in the small box. Please check for any faults on the tricycle/parts as once the tricycle build
has been attempted no refunds/returns can be accepted by BuyTricycle.co.uk for damaged parts.

1. Begin by attaching the rear axle to the trike
frame using the hardware provided (fig.1)
and the two bolts already attached to the
axle), 3 bolts either side (apply small amount
of grease to threads).
Fig 1
2. Grease the handlebar stem and slot into the head-tube, tighten to the height and angle of your requirements.
Tighten both brake levers and the gear shifters into place .
3. Attach the front fender to the support bar
using hardware (fig.2) then proceed to
attach the fender to the head tube , using
hardware (fig.3). Attach the front wheel
making sure the tyre is facing the correct
way by the arrows located on the tyre wall. It
is vital the wheel is dead centre in the forks.
The sequence to fit the wheel is as follows –
wheel, washer with tab, fender bar, washer,
locking nut. Please note wheels may need
truing. Fig 2 Fig 3
ADULT TRIKE PARTS IDENTIFICATION
Fender Bar
Basket
Axle
Support Bar
Basket Support Arm

4. Fit the chain over the chain wheel, through the rear gear cluster and the Shimano dérailleur and link together
using a chain tool (oil chain).
5. Fit the chain guard using hardware (Fig.4).
Please note on aluminium trikes the large
screw is replaced for a smaller one, the same
as the two shown here.
Fig 4
6. To fit the pedals add a small amount of
grease to each thread, they are marked L
or R, if you are sat on the trike L is for the
left foot and R for the right foot . The left
pedal tightens anti clockwise and the right
clockwise.
7. Locate the rear brake cable and gear cable
(the gear cable is the smaller of the two) . It
is very important to remove the cables from
their casing and apply lubricant into the
cable casing, the shifter will be very stiff if you
do not do this. Pass the gear cable through
the gear shifter and back into the casing (as
shown). There are two holes located on the
support arm for the front basket. The larger
hole is for the brake cables to pass through
and the small hole is for the gear cable, as
shown in picture. Once the gear cable is
passed through, run it along the guide holes
on the frame and loop into the Shimano
dérailleur as shown here.
1. 2.
3. 4.
8. Now proceed with the setting of the gears. This procedure is one of the main reasons we advise only competent
trike/bikebuildersattemptthebuild,asthisisadicultprocessifyoudon’thavetheexperience(howeverthere
are many videos on-line showing the process if you are struggling). We have also supplied some instructions.

ADJUSTMENT - Rear Dérailleur:
The Low limit screw determines how far the rear derailleur will travel toward the wheel of the bicycle, while the High
limit screw determines how far the cage will travel toward the frame.
1. Shift the rear shifter to the largest number
indicated, and place the chain on the
smallest sprocket.
Rear Derailleur Rear View
Freewheel
SIS Cable Adjuster
Outer side of Top Gear
Pulley Adjustment
Screw
Guide Pulley
Tension Pulley
Adjustment
Screws
Rear Derailleur Side View
SIS Cable
Adjuster
High Gear
Adjustment Screw
Low Gear
Adjustment Screw
2. AdjusttheHighlimitscrewsothechainand
the smallest sprocket are lined up vertically.
Remove any slack in the cable by pulling
it taut, then connect the cable through
the cable anchor and bolt securely. Some
derailleurs have an adjusting barrel (see
drawing). Use the adjusting barrel to ne
tune the adjustment of the chain location.
Turning the adjusting barrel clockwise will
move the derailleur outboard - away from
the wheel - while turning it clockwise will
direct the chain inboard - towards the wheel.
3. Usetheadjustingbarreltonetunethe
adjustmentofthechainlocation.Turning
theadjustingbarrelclockwisewillmovethe
derailleur outboard - away from the wheel
- while turning it clockwise will direct the
chain inboard - towards the wheel
4. Shift the chain onto the largest sprocket;
adjustthelowlimitscrewsothechainand
the largest cog are lined up vertically. If you
are unable to get the chain to the largest
cog, turning the Low limit screw counter-
clockwise will enable the chain to move
towards the wheel.
5. Shift through the gears ensuring each gear
is achieved quietly and without hesitation.
9. Fitting the rear wheels. The drive wheel has
a specially designed cut out slot to fit on the
drive hub, located on the right hand side of
the axle. Always fit this wheel first. Add a little
grease to the threads, then the sequence for
the right hand wheel is as follows – drive
wheel, washer, large nut, domed nut. The left
wheel sequence is as follows – large metal
spacer, washer, wheel, washer, nut, domed
nut. Please note wheels may need truing.
10. Now fit the rear brake cable to the left hand
brake lever and run the cable along the
frame and through the guide holes and
into the rear brake band using the spring
provided.

11. Fit rear fenders to the fender bars using
hardware (Fig. 5) also attach rear red
reectors.Nowattachthefenderstothe
rear axle using hardware (Fig. 6). The fender
support bars fit to the V-shaped anchor
points on the axle near the tyres. You may
need to gently bend the fenders to align
over the tyres. Make sure both sides match
horizontally to look more aesthetically
pleasing .
Fig 5
Fig 6
12. Attaching the seat / post. Add a little grease
to both ends of the seat post and attach
the thinner end to your seat, tightening
both sides of bolts , then slot post into the
seat mast. Secure using the seat post clamp
provided.
13. Run the front brake cable up through guide
hole and into brake lever, now proceed
with setting front brake. Again if you
have no experience in this procedure, we
strongly recommend you seek professional
assistance especially with something as
important as your brakes. Below are some
basic instructions.

V-Brake Assembly & Adjustment
If not already assembled, take the brake noodle from the
parts box and slide the cable through the larger opening.
The cable housing will then seat into the end of the noodle.
Slide the cable through the cable lead on the end of the left
brake arm, this will cause the noodle to fit into the lead. Slip
the brake cable boot over the cable and position it between
both brake arms. Next, loosen the 5mm anchor bolt at the
end of the right brake arm and slide the cable under the
retaining washer. Pull the slack out of the cable making sure
a distance of 39mm or more remains between the end of
theleadandthestartoftheanchorbolt.Oncethecableis
secured to the brake arms, engage the brake lever several
times, checking the position of the brake shoes at the rim.
The brake shoes should be 1mm away from the rim when
in a relaxed position. When the brake lever is engaged, the
brakeshoeshouldhittherimush(neverthetire)withthe
front brake pad touching the rim slightly before the rear.
This is called “toeing-in” your brake shoe. If this position is
notachieved,adjustmentstothebrakeshoearerequired.
Loosen the brake shoe hardware and reposition the brake
shoe.Itmaytakeseveralshoeandcableadjustmentsbefore
therequiredpositionisaccomplished.Youcanalsoadjust
thebalancewiththespringtensionadjustmentscrews,to
help achieve the correct shoe clearance.
Brake
Noodle
Outer
Cable
Lead
Brake
Cable
Boot
Anchor
Bolt
Brake
Arm
Tension
Screw
Brake
Shoe
Pivot
Bolt
14. With wire snippers shorten the excess front
brake cable and fit cable caps ( Fig. 7). Then
fit the cable caps to the rear brake cable and
rear gear cable.
Fig 7
15. Fitting the rear basket. Place the basket over
the four holes on the rear axle and using
hardware (Fig. 8) pass the bolts through
the long metal strips provided and tighten
underneath, clamping your basket in place.
Fig 8
16. Fitting safety hardware. Fit an orange
reector to the spokes of each wheel.
The silver reector and bell to the front
handlebars. There is also 2 plastic covers for
thefrontwheelbolts.Inateallthetyresto
recommended pressure indicated on the
tyre walls.

17.
18.
If you have the folding model please see
following - To unfold the tricycle, release the
quick release lever and lift handle, this will
then allow the frame to be folded. Simply
return the frame to its starting position and
lock quick release lever back into place for
the tricycle to be ridden.
When riding your Tricycle, please brake with both brakes as this is the correct way to brake on a tricycle.
If you have never ridden a tricycle before, you may feel a slight pulling to one side, this is quite normal with
tricycles due to there being only one rear drive wheel, also if the camber of the road is even slightly off this also
can make the tricycle feel as if it is pulling to one side.
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PARTS LIST
AXLE HARDWARE FRONTFENDERSUPPORTBARHARDWARE
FENDER HARDWARE CHAINGUARDHARDWARE
REAR FENDER / FENDER BAR HARDWARE REAR BASKET HARDWARE
CABLECAPS REARFENDERREFLECTORS
WHEELREFLECTORS FRONTBASKETHARDWARE
AXLE/FENDER BAR HARDWARE

FRONTWHEELCAPS GEARCABLE/REARBRAKECABLE
SEATCLAMP PEDALS
SEATPOST REAR BASKET BAR
CHAIN FRONTBASKETSUPPORTBAR
FRONTFENDERSUPPORTBAR REAR FENDER BARS
REAR FENDERS FRONTFENDER

BuyTricycle.co.uk – Terms & Conditions
Returns Policy –
A no quibble 14 day money back guarantee on all
purchases . The buyer is responsible for the return postage
costs and the product must be returned in an unused, re-
saleable condition and in its original packaging and must
include any extras . Any damages or wear and tear will be
deducted from the refund.
Delivery costs will be deducted from the refund amount.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
Damaged or faulty goods –
IMPORTANT: Please check the tricycle/ parts carefully
before the build process as we cannot refund or replace
on scratches and breakages once this has started. This does
not affect mechanical fault issues.
Please check the items carefully and report any damages/
fault and include a damage description, any comments
made to the driver and photographs were necessary.
Customer satisfaction is our number one priority. If you
receive your goods and they are damaged or faulty in any
way, you must notify us immediately. We will then resolve
the matter to your satisfaction.
Current consumer protection legislation states that items
must be as described, fit for purpose and of satisfactory
quality. If you purchase a product online which is found to
befaultywithin30daysthenyouareentitledtorequesta
full refund of the faulty product. Should a fault occur after
theinitial30days,weareentitledtorepairand/orreplace
that item (see 1 year parts warranty). If it cannot be repaired
or replaced, then you may be entitled to a refund. Advice
aboutyourlegalrightsisavailablefromyourlocalCitizens’
AdviceBureauorTradingStandardsoce.
If a return is requested due to a fault or damage not caused
by the customer, the item must be returned in the original
packaging with any extras.
Any damages which have not been prior notified, proof of
build or have been caused by damage in transit due to poor
packaging this will be deducted from the refund. It is the
buyers responsibility to ensure safe return of any items.
BuyTricycle will arrange 1 free returns collection on a
date convenient to the customer. If the delivery is missed
no more free collections will be arranged and any further
collection charges will be deducted from the refund.
If the tricycle or any accessories are returned and damage
or fault has been caused by the customer due to deliberate
damage , wear and tear, or attempted builds BuyTricycle
will write a report and include cost of repair or replacement,
which will then be deducted from the refund along with
any returns postage costs.
We will not accept rust/weather damage as a fault and
it will not be covered in the warranty. Its is the buyers
responsibility to ensure the tricycles care and maintenance.
Please refer to our cycle maintenance page for tips and
advice.
Delivery –
Free standard delivery on all UK mainland orders only.
One free delivery per order. If delivery is refused by the
delivery address the re delivery of the item will be the
buyers responsibility.
Postage charges apply if purchasing in Northern Ireland,
Highlands, Non Mainland Areas, British Isles, Republic of
Ireland and Europe (Buyers outside the UK are reminded
that the currency is GBP). Please see drop down box on
product pages or contact us before placing the order for
full international postage charges.
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fee. The buyer is responsible for any additional customs and
port charges that may occur.
BuyTricycle will not be liable for any additional charges or
times delays on international postage.
We dispatch all our items within 1 working day of the order
being placed, however, please allow up to a further 2 to 7
working days (delivery times to Rest of World, Europe, British
Isles and Republic of Ireland may vary), we will update you
accordingly of any delays . These delivery time-scales are an
estimate and may vary. We will notify accordingly on the
adverts.
Delivery time scales may also change on back ordered
items due to changes in restock delivery times.
An estimated date of delivery will be given prior to the item
being posted. Although our delivery companies strive to
meet the estimated date, please allow 24/48 hours from
the date of delivery until making contact. We will update
you accordingly of any delays .
Please Note – Any dates quoted for delivery are approximate
only and we cannot be held liable for any costs incurred if
delivery is delayed.
3rd Party couriers can deliver direct delivery orders
between the hours of 7am and 9pm. BuyTricycle can
give an exact time of delivery.
If we miss our estimated delivery deadline for the Goods or,
intheabsenceofanyestimatebeinggiventhedate30days
aftertheDispatchConrmation,youmaycancelyourOrder
straight away if any of the following apply:
(a we have refused to deliver the Goods;
(b) delivery within the delivery deadline was essential
(taking into account all the relevant circumstances); or
(c youtoldusbeforeweacceptedyourOrderthatdelivery
within the delivery deadline was essential.
The Goods will be your responsibility from the time of
delivery.
Where the courier is unable to deliver the Goods, they
will either attempt to deliver to a neighbour, attempt to
redeliver the following day, leave a card for you to rearrange
a suitable time for redelivery.
We shall have no liability for any delay in delivery of the
Goods, or failure to deliver the Goods, where the delay or
failureiscausedeitherbyanEventOutsideOurControlor
theCustomer’sfailuretoprovideuswithadequatedelivery
instructions or any other instructions that are relevant to
the supply of the Goods.
Buyers outside the UK are reminded that the currency is
GBP.
NOTE: All our trikes are packaged and delivered with the
utmost care, but we cannot guarantee they will be blemish
free, due to transport .
No tricycle is sold as built and will arrive dismantled. As per
the adverts we recommend professional build.
Any tricycle pre-built will be as a goodwill gesture only
and the buyer will not be charged for this service.
BuyTricycle will not be held liable for any build issues
and it is the customers responsibility to always carry out a
pre-ride check before any ride. As this is a gesture of
goodwill only the buyer cannot claim a refund, request a
return as faulty on any aspect of the build. The buyer
would be responsible for postage costs to return the
item on any change of minds.
This will be a one off free goodwill gesture and any future
build issues / maintenance will be the responsibility of the
buyer.
A goodwill gesture build would be done at the buyers
request only and in doing so would be agreeing to the
above terms.
Warranty terms-
We want you to have confidence in any purchase made
from our site and offer a full 12 months warranty from the
date of purchase.
Under the warranty we are not responsible for any losses
to you or any 3rd party resulting from the malfunction of
the product, and we are not responsible for any accidental
damage to the product. Your statutory rights as a consumer
are unaffected.
Within the warranty, we will supply the new parts and
where appropriate advice on fixing. Defective parts must
be returned to us for inspection at the buyers cost, the
customer is then liable to collect the product themselves or
payshippingcosts.Oncethewarrantyperiodhasendedon
the product we will only offer an advice service.
Not covered under the warranty –
Break pads, worn tyres, worn batteries, worn bearings, worn
brakes or damage to any part of the product due to abuse
or misuse.
Labour or servicing carried out by anybody from outside of
BuyTricycle.
Parts damaged by accidents, neglect, or general wear and
tear ( Including Lithium Batteries).
Damage caused by a non-covered part or by any part not
purchased from our facility.
Product parts damaged due to not being regularly checked
and serviced as recommended in the maintenance section.
Rust or weather damage of any kind.
Bending back any soft metals such as the mudguards as this
is made clear in the disclaimer, can happen due to delivery .
NOTE: We reserve the right to determine what damage
is due to defective materials and what is due to product
abuse or misuse.
Faults –
Proof of purchase must be provided
All faults must be reported immediately after noticing the
faultinwritingto[email protected]
Note: BuyTricycle will not be held responsible for any
repair work carried out by the customer or any third party. If
the problem is found to be due to neglect/abuse /
accident or not covered under the warranty then the cost
of replacement parts and repair will be the customers
responsibility.
BuyTricyclewill not be held liable for any injury or
damages occurred whilst using any products purchased.
ConditionsandMaintenance
Before the First Ride –
Please ensure the bike is correctly assembled Check
handlebars , wheels , pedals and the saddle are all secure.
Checkthegearsandbreaksoperatecorrectlyandthatyou
are comfortable with how they operate.
Checkthetyresareinatedcorrectly
Ensure no nuts and bolts have become loose or dropped
out.
Adjustthehandlebarsandseattothecorrectheight.
We advise that all products are ridden with adequate safety
clothing i.e.; helmets etc.
If the mudguards seem to be misshapen, please gently
adjustbackintoposition.
DISCLAIMER –
It is the customers responsibility to ensure the correct
item(s) have been purchased and is used in the way
intended. This covers all goods sold from our company. The
Companiesliabilitywillbelimitedtothevalueofthegoods
only and not for any consequential damages, injuries or
losses howsoever caused. It is the customers responsibility
to check the safety of the product purchased before
use and BuyTricycle shall not be liable for any damage
or injury caused to the customer, by the use of any of
thegoods we sell.
We recommend to have the trike professionally built or if it
does come assembled please make sure before the first ride
to carefully read the information in the cycle maintenance
section.
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the disclaimer, warranty and terms and conditions set out.
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