Ice TRICE 'Q' User manual

T R I C E ‘Q’ & T R I C E ‘T’
STEP-BY-STEP ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
and
OWNERS MANUAL
Inspired Cycle Engineering Ltd

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1.0 Introduction.
Congratulations on being a new Trice owner. You have purchased the finest, most refined recumbent tricycle
available today; we hope it brings you many years of enjoyment.
This manual has been written to help you set up and use your trike. Recumbent trikes may be a little different
from the cycles you are familiar with, so please take a moment to read through this document. You will find the
latest version of this manual in a download-able PDF format on our website.
Throughout the manual, we have included some Tips, which have been learned from over 20 years of experience
building trikes. They are well worth taking special note of.
We hope you enjoy owning and riding your Trice as much as we like making these great machines.
Chris, Neil and the ICE team
1.1 What’s in this manual?
1.0 Introduction.................................................................................................................................2
1.1 What’s in this manual?...............................................................................................................2
1.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................4
2.0 Assembling your TRICE..................................................................................................................5
2.1 Unpacking................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Fit and set the handlebars to an approximate position. ...................................................................9
2.3a Fit front drum brake wheels ....................................................................................................10
2.3b Fit front disc brake wheels......................................................................................................11
2.4a Connecting the front drum brakes............................................................................................11
2.4b Installing and connecting the front disc brakes. .........................................................................12
2.5 Fitting the parking brake strap..................................................................................................13
2.6 Fitting the rear section to the cruciform......................................................................................14
2.7a Assembling the seat – mesh seat.............................................................................................14
2.7b Assembling the seat – hard-shell seat ......................................................................................16
2.8 Fit the seat to the lowest position..............................................................................................17
2.9 Fit the front boom to an approximate position. ............................................................................17
2.10 Fit the optional chainring guard...............................................................................................17
2.11 Fit the optional chainrings ......................................................................................................18
2.12 Fit the chainset.....................................................................................................................18
2.13 Fit the pedals........................................................................................................................18
2.14 Adjust the seat angle.............................................................................................................18
2.15 Set the handlebars ................................................................................................................18
2.16 Set the front boom................................................................................................................18
2.17 Install and connect the front derailleur .....................................................................................19
2.18 Install and connect the rear derailleur ......................................................................................19
2.19 Assemble the chain tubes.......................................................................................................20
2.20 Check the chain tube lengths ..................................................................................................22
2.21 Fit the chain .........................................................................................................................22
2.22 Check the gear shifting ..........................................................................................................24
2.23 Fit the rear mudguard............................................................................................................26
2.24 Fit the mirror........................................................................................................................27
2.25 Fit the flag ...........................................................................................................................27
2.26 Reflectors and bell.................................................................................................................27
2.27 Check nuts and bolts .............................................................................................................27
3.0 Adjusting your TRICE ..................................................................................................................28
3.1 Tyre pressure.........................................................................................................................28
3.2a Mesh seat cover....................................................................................................................28
3.2b Fitting the hard-shell seat to you .............................................................................................28
3.3 Suspension adjustment............................................................................................................28
3.4 Seat angle adjustment.............................................................................................................29
3.5 Seat brackets .........................................................................................................................29
3.6 Leg length..............................................................................................................................31
4.0 ICE Optional Accessories..............................................................................................................32
4.1 Front mudguards ....................................................................................................................32
4.2 Computer ..............................................................................................................................33
4.3 “Handlebar” bag side mount .....................................................................................................34
4.4 Lights....................................................................................................................................34
4.5 Extra water bottle mount .........................................................................................................34
4.6 Neck rest...............................................................................................................................35
4.7 Quick-release kit.....................................................................................................................36
4.8 Assembling and fitting the suspension rack.................................................................................37
4.9 Rear disc brake.......................................................................................................................37

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4.10 Fitting Radical bags ...............................................................................................................39
4.11 Fitting the optional chainrings .................................................................................................39
4.12 Chainring guard ....................................................................................................................40
4.13 Bar end shifters ....................................................................................................................41
4.14 Rear full mudguard................................................................................................................41
4.15 Fitting a Rohloff ....................................................................................................................42
5.0 Riding your TRICE.......................................................................................................................43
5.1 Getting on and off the trike. .....................................................................................................43
5.2 Initial test ride........................................................................................................................43
5.3 Stopping in a low gear.............................................................................................................43
5.4 Relax ....................................................................................................................................44
5.5 Cornering...............................................................................................................................44
5.6 Handling................................................................................................................................44
5.7 Brakes...................................................................................................................................44
5.8 Hill climbing ...........................................................................................................................45
5.9 Descending a hill.....................................................................................................................45
5.10 Ground clearance ..................................................................................................................45
5.11 Muscles................................................................................................................................45
5.12 Folding and unfolding the trike................................................................................................45
6.0 Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................47
6.1 Lubrication.............................................................................................................................47
6.2 Adjusting cables......................................................................................................................47
6.3 Drum Brakes..........................................................................................................................47
6.4 Disc brakes ............................................................................................................................48
6.5 Rear brake.............................................................................................................................49
6.6 Drivetrain ..............................................................................................................................49
6.7 The frame..............................................................................................................................49
6.8 Tyres, tubes, & wheels.............................................................................................................50
6.9 Suspension ............................................................................................................................50
6.10 Adjusting the tracking............................................................................................................50
6.11 Storage ...............................................................................................................................51
6.12 Serial Number.......................................................................................................................51
6.13 Recommended minimum tools and spares.................................................................................51
7.0 Safety.......................................................................................................................................52
8.0 Other Important Information........................................................................................................53
8.1 Recumbent/Trike forums on the Internet....................................................................................53
8.2 Warranty Information..............................................................................................................54
8.3 Liability Information ................................................................................................................54
8.4 Legal requirements..................................................................................................................54
8.5 Contacting us .........................................................................................................................54
Appendix A: Tightening torques..........................................................................................................56
Appendix B: Elastomer limits .............................................................................................................57
Appendix C: Tyre Pressures...............................................................................................................57

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1.1 Overview

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2.0 Assembling your TRICE
Assembly tools required:
3mm Hex Key Bicycle pump
4mm Hex Key 8mm wrench
5mm Hex Key 10mm wrench
6mm Hex Key 19mm wrench
8mm Hex Key Chain link remover
10mm Hex Key Sharp knife
Cable cutter Small flat screwdriver
TIP – You will find it much easier to assemble the trike if you
can work on a bench or a table at waist height; this avoids too
much bending down. If you have to work on the ground, put
down some newspaper to avoid the chain, which is protected by
grease, from picking up dirt
Your trike has been assembled at our works and then taken apart and wrapped for safe and economic shipment.
First of all, open the box, unwrap and lay out the pieces.
You should have all the items in the enclosed packing list, as well as any accessories you have ordered.
Assembling your trike is quite simple, even if you have never done any bicycle assembly/work before. If you’re
uncertain about the work, any decent bike shop will be able to follow these instructions to assemble it for you.
It will take you a few hours to put your trike together, but don’t be tempted to rush through;
When assembling your trike, please refer to the table in the appendix for the proper tightening torques for all
fasteners. Do not over-tighten.
Adjusting and Closing Quick-releases
Open Closed
Quick-releases are used in a number of places on your trike; it is important that they are tightened correctly. A
quick-release that isn’t fully and properly closed can result in parts coming loose or moving while riding. This
could cause a serious accident.
A quick-release system consists of two basic parts: a lever that provides the clamping force and an adjusting nut
that alters the clamping tension.
With the part you are clamping located properly, adjust the quick-release by opening it, holding both ends and
turning one clockwise until, when you close the lever, you feel some resistance. At this point, try to close the
lever fully. The adjustment is correct when you can fully close the lever,but with some effort (the lever should
leave its impression in the palm of your hand). If you can only close the lever part way, open it, unscrew the
adjusting nut slightly and try again. If it closes too easily, tighten it up a tiny bit and try again. Do not try to
tighten the quick-release by winding the lever around; it will not tighten enough to be safe.
Right…… let’s begin assembly!

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2.1 Unpacking
Carefully unpack the contents of the box and inspect for any damage that may have occurred during shipping.
You should be able to unpack your trike without resorting to a knife; if you use one, be careful not to cut through
the parts or to mark the paintwork. Have a good look at the various packages and familiarize yourself with the
various parts. In addition to the main components shown below, there are other small packages of parts. Don’t
open them just yet; leave them sealed until you need them.
Main frame (cruciform)
Front Boom
Rear Suspension
(seen folded here)
Chainset

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Handlebars
Front Wheels (drum
brake version shown)
Rear Wheel
Rear and Front
Derailleurs
Chaintubes
Axle bolts

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Seat Mount
TT Bracket (standard
with T only)
Seat Cover and Frame
(mesh seat models)
Seat and Cover (hard-
shell seat models)

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2.2 Fit and set the handlebars to an approximate position.
All versions: Slacken off the two clamps on the steerer,
insert the handlebars and adjust them to an upright
position. They only need to be lightly tightened at this
stage.
Find the cable outer casings that were packed with the
derailleurs. Slide them over the uncoiled shifter cables.
One of the long ones goes on the left cable, and the
shorter one on the right cable. The second long cable
housing will be used later.
Note: If you have purchased the optional quick-release
kit, please refer to the instructions for their installation in
Accessories Section of this manual.
Drum Brake Version: Find the bag containing the
handlebars. Also find the bag containing the brake cables
(with the derailleurs). These are the ones with the inner
cables installed. Squeeze the brake lever, and slide the
small barrel end into the hanging bracket on the lever.
Feed the inner cable down through the slot on the front
of the lever (you may have to turn the adjuster to line up
the slots).
Disc Brake Version: Find the bag containing the
handlebars. Also find the box containing the hydraulic
brakes. You will have to remove the cable brake levers
from the handlebars and install the hydraulic brake
levers. Note how the Grip-shift shifter is positioned on
the handlebars. Pull the rubber handlebar grip from the
end of the handlebar. If the rubber half-grip doesn’t
want to come off, lift the top edge of the rubber grip and
dribble a little water down inside (an old spoke or
something similar can help lift the grip and let the water
go a little deeper). Undo the shifter locking screw (top
picture) and gently pulling the shifter assembly from the
handlebars. Undo the brake lever clamp bolt and remove
the lever. Re-install the shifter and the (dry) rubber half-
grip. Push the rubber half-grip so it is flush with the end
of the handlebar, then slide the shifter up to it and
tighten the locking screw. Now fasten the hydraulic
brake lever onto the handlebar. NOTE: the brake levers
are handed. The correct lever will put the oil reservoir
(with the logo on the cover) facing away from the seat
and the rider. Loosen and remove the bolt of the brake
lever clamp with a 4mm Allen wrench. Place the
lever/clamp assembly onto the handle bars (the lever
clamp is in 2 parts, so it can be installed after the shifter
is in place.) and position brake lever so it is on the
forward side of the handlebar. Be sure to slide the lever
up close to the base of the shifter. Replace and tighten
the bolt to 1.7-2.26 Nm (15-20 In. lbs).

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2.3a Fit front drum brake wheels
Note: if you have purchased disc brakes,
please refer section 2.3b
Note: If you have purchased the optional quick-
release kit, please refer to the instructions for its
installation in Accessories Section of this manual.
Located in a pack are the drum brake pins. These
pins need to be fastened onto the kingposts.
They are provided with hi-tensile bolts that
appear to have paint on their threads. This is
threadlocking adhesive, and it must not be
removed. If you remove and replace the drum
pin bolts, they must be held in place with Loctite
243 Threadlocker or equivalent.
Put the bolt (with the washer under the head)
through the centre, elongated hole in the kingpost
brake mount, thread the drum brake pin on the
other side, and tighten gently. This should be
only just finger-tight, so you are able to slide the
pin in the elongated hole. Do not make this bolt
tight at this time; it will need to be adjusted later.
Identify the left-hand and right-hand wheels (the
labels are on tape labels fastened to the spokes).
There should also be a bag with the drum brake
baking plates and spacers in it. Locate the front
wheel 12mm axle bolts and 12mm nylock nuts.
Slide an axle bolt through the hub from the
outside of the wheel (the side with the five webs
on the hub flange), then fit the small brake plate
spacer over the axle with the small shoulder on
the spacer against the bearing in the hub. Slide
on the brake plate. Now slide the bolt with the
complete wheel assembly through the kingpost,
locating the single hole in the black brake plate
onto the drum brake pin you previously installed.
Tip – make sure
the brake plate is
located on the pin
as this stops the
plate rotating.
This is essential
for proper
operation of the
brake.
With everything located, add the M12 nylock nut and tighten onto the bolt which is protruding on the inside of the
kingpost. A 10mm hex key and a 19mm wrench are needed to tighten the front wheels. Lightly tighten the
axle bolt, then check that the drum pin is properly located. Tighten the drum pin bolt to 10-11 ft-lb (13-14 nm).
Now, finally, tighten the axle bolt (see table in Appendix A for torque setting). When using a hex key and
wrench, this would be as tight as you can comfortably manage. It is important that these bolts are tight; you will
not damage the bearing by tightening to the required torque.
Repeat the fitting procedure for the other wheel.

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2.3b Fit front disc brake wheels
Note: if you have purchased drum brakes, please refer
section 2.3a
Note: If you have purchased the optional quick-release kit,
please refer to the instructions for its installation in
Accessories Section of this manual.
Identify the left-hand and right-hand wheels (there are tape
labels fastened to the spokes).
First, the disc brake rotors must be mounted on the hubs.
Place the disc rotor on the hub mounting surface. Be sure
that the arrow on the disc is pointing in the same direction of
the forward wheel rotation. Using a Torx T25 driver, install
then tighten the bolts to a torque of 6-7 Nm (4.5-5 ft-lbs).
Note: the bolts have what appears to be paint on their
threads. This is threadlocking adhesive, and it must not be
removed. If you remove and replace the rotor bolts, they
must be held in place with Loctite 243 Threadlocker or
equivalent.
Locate the front wheel 12mm axle bolts, axle caps and 12mm nylock nuts. Also locate the aluminium spacer
tubes for the axles, which are supplied in a bag (along with 4 M5 washers) with the disc brakes. Slide the outside
axle cap over the axle, then push the axle bolt through the hub from the outside of the wheel (the side opposite
the rotor). Now slide the bolt with the complete wheel assembly through the kingpost.
With everything located, slide the aluminium spacer tube over the end of the bolt (now protruding on the inside
of the kingpost), and then tighten the M12 nylock nut onto the thread. A 10mm hex key and a 19mm wrench are
needed to tighten the front wheels. The bolt must be done up quite tight (see table in Appendix A for torque
setting). When using a hex key and wrench, this would be as tight as you can comfortably manage. It is
important that these bolts are tight; you will not damage the bearing by tightening to the required torque.
Repeat the fitting procedure for the other wheel.
2.4a Connecting the front drum brakes.
Note: if you have purchased disc brakes, please refer section 2.4b
Slide the brake cable adjusting piece
into the lower slot in the brake plate.
Slide the brake cable clamping barrel
onto the brake cable, pull the slack
out of the cable and clamp the barrel
into place.
Adjust the brake by screwing out the
adjuster until the wheel starts to
drag slightly when spun. Screw in
again slightly until the wheel runs
freely. Screw down the locking ring
tightly.

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2.4b Installing and connecting the front disc brakes.
Note: if you have purchased drum brakes, please refer section 2.4a
The disc brake system is supplied fully assembled and bled. It is strongly recommended that you install the
brakes supplied without disconnecting any hoses or attempting to shorten the hose
Route the hose down to the kingpost disc mount. Make sure the hose is running in a position where it will not
twist, kink, or be damaged or pinched. Also check for chaffing of the hose on the tire or the trackrod. The hose
should lead in a fair curve between the lever and the mounted caliper. If it doesn’t, it is possible to twist the
hose in its connector at the lever end until the hose runs smoothly to the caliper
(caliper above shown mounted on bicycle forks)
Mounting the Caliper
New brakes are supplied fully retracted with a red
plastic insert between the pads. With a firm grip, pull
the red insert out from between the pads (it just clips in
place).
Do not squeeze the brake lever until the caliper is
installed. If you do, the brake pistons will be
overextended and you will need a bike shop to
rebuild your caliper.
Slip the caliper over the rotor and then rotate it up to
the kingpost. Align mounting holes with those on the
caliper and fix with the supplied caliper bolts. It is
important to centre the caliper over the disc rotor using
some of the supplied caliper shim washers between the
caliper and disc mount. This is done by trial until the
correct position is achieved. We have also supplied 4
thicker washers (packed with the aluminium axle
spacers) which may be needed. The pads should not
contact the rotor unless the lever is pulled.
Fitting the shims can be a bit
frustrating, as they tend to fall out
when the caliper mounting bolt is
withdrawn. Try applying a thin film of
grease to the shims; they will stick to
each other and to the caliper body,
making it easier to make adjustments.
If you still find it difficult, the wheel
can be removed each time you change
the shims. It’s slower this way, but
much easier to work around the caliper
bolts.
Once the caliper has been centred and wheels spin
freely (without dragging), fully tighten the caliper bolts
with a 5mm Allen wrench to a torque of 11–13 Nm (97
to 114 in. lbs.) Check that the caliper is still mounted
centrally over the rotor.
Now sit down and read the instruction booklet that
came with your brakes.
Warning: If you are not confident of installing your brakes
correctly, we strongly recommended that you have a
competent cycle mechanic install your disc brake system.
Always wear protective clothing, safety glasses and gloves
when servicing this system.

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2.5 Fitting the parking brake strap
There are 2 parking brake straps made of Velcro and they wrap around the brake lever and grip as seen below.
They are essential if you do not want your trike going off on it’s own. You will be surprised how little a slope is
necessary to get the trike moving. Gusts of wind are also capable of moving a trike that doesn’t have a parking
brake. The brake straps can be left dangling on the handlebars when not in use, or removed and stowed in a
handy pocket or bag.
The Parking brake strap can be
stored like this when not in use.
Caution: Don’t rely solely on the parking brake
straps for the security of your trike, especially
when you park on a steep hill. Point the trike
towards a wall or curb so it cannot roll far.
Make sure the Velcro® strap is secured – Your
trike will attract attention, and Velcro® is an
irresistible temptation to young children.

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2.6 Fitting the rear section to the cruciform
Slide the rear section into the cruciform, taking care not to damage the
plastic shim located inside the rear of the main frame. A small amount
of lubricant has been applied at the factory. Evenly tighten the two
frame bolts with a 5mm hex key, until the bolts just bite. Align the rear
section by eye so it is vertical (stand back a few feet to get a better
view). Tighten the two bolts by ¼ turn alternately until the rear section
is just clamped enough to prevent it moving around (you will need to
adjust this again later).
If you have opted for a different elastomer from the standard, remove
the red elastomer from the suspension swing-arm. This is done by
pulling and twisting it from its retaining pin, then pushing the new
elastomer onto the pin in its place.
Note: If you have purchased the option Quick-release kit, do not
put any quick-releases into the frame bosses. You must use the
M6 bolts which have already been installed.
Note: If you have purchased the optional rear disc brake kit, please
refer to the instructions for the kit in Accessories Section of this manual.
Unclip the quick-release from the spokes of the rear wheel and thread it through the centre of the axle. The
lever should be on the side opposite the gears. Fit the rear wheel to the rear swingarm. You may find this easier
if the Velcro restraining strap on the swingarm is fastened around the rear section main tube.
If you have a ‘T’, or are fitting the TT bracket for any reason, now is the time to fasten it in place. The first
mounting bolt passes through the single mounting hole and the front mounting position on the tube top. Pass
the 2nd mounting bolt through the appropriate hole and the back mounting position. The correct position for the
‘T’ is as shown on the right. For other applications, the correct position will depend on the application.
2.7a Assembling the seat – mesh seat
Find the seat frame and the bag with the seat cover in it.
Unfold the cover and identify which is the top, bottom,
front and back. The top can be identified by the cut-out
just below a single strap. The back can be identified by
the wide cordura bands running down the cover.
Before you begin assembly, locate the O-rings in the
cover pack. Each O-ring needs to be slipped onto a
strap on the cover, and pushed 8" (200mm) or more
down the strap. These O-rings are used to hold down
the loose tails of the straps after the seat has been
assembled.

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Aligning the top of the cover with the top of the seat
frame, place the back of the cover against the frame.
Thread the top strap through the top buckle, and pull
snug. Thread the next strap down through its
corresponding buckle and pull snug. Make sure the seat
cover is centred on the seat frame and the top of the
cover is not to high or low. Work your way down the
seat frame, fastening up the straps snugly as you go.
When you reach the bottom, check the cover for a
smooth, symmetrical fit. When you are happy with the
appearance of the seat, tighten the bottom 5 straps so
they are tight. If you’re got the optional seat foam, push
it between the seat bottom and the 5 bottom straps
before tightening. The rest of the straps can be adjusted
to your preference after you sit on the trike. A good
starting point is to slack off each strap in turn, and
retighten, pulling the strap gently between your thumb
and forefinger. Be careful about over-tightening the
straps on the back of the seat; too loose is more
comfortable than too tight. When all the straps are
adjusted, tuck the loose tails into the O-rings so they
don’t flap about.

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2.7b Assembling the seat – hard-shell seat
The hard-shell seat is supplied with 2 seat mounting
brackets, which have to be fastened to the seat. The
lower bracket is the wider one, and fastens
underneath through the pre-drilled holes. The upper
bracket is narrower, and can be mounted in one of
two positions. The lower position is used for most
riders. The upper position is only for those riders that
want maximum seat recline. In this upper position,
the rear suspension will have to be pulled further out
of the main frame.
The flag mount bracket consists of 2 metal clips and a
short length of stainless steel tubing with one end
partially closed. The flag mount is positioned on the
back of the seat as shown in the photograph, with the
closed end facing down.
The ‘Love Handles’ help keep the rider located on the
hard-shell seat; their installation is optional. To install
the Love Handles, bolt the slots on the Handles
through the pre-drilled holes in the seat with the Love
Handles resting on the inside surface of the seat. The
washers go on the back of the seat. Install the
supplied covers. The Love Handles can be adjusted
for width by loosening the bolts and sliding them to
the required position.
To install the breathable cover, slip the pockets on each end of the cover over the ends of the seat, paying
attention that the Velcro fastenings line up (if they don’t, the cover is on upside down). Press the cover firmly
onto the Velcro.

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2.8 Fit the seat to the lowest position
The seat is provided with 4 plastic SP-6 clamps. Two of these
clamps go around the bottom seat rail, and the other 2 go
around the top rail on the hard-shell seat or the 3rd rail
(counting from the bottom) on the mesh seat.
The 2 clips that go around the bottom rail are provided with
quick-release clamps. Place the clips on the bottom rail as
shown in the picture below, and then screw the quick-release
into the clip. Do not forget the small plastic spacer; the quick-
release will not work reliably without it.
The 2 clips that go on the upper rail are provided with M5
fasteners; quick-releases are not necessary as the seat mount
is held to the frame with a quick-release. Clip the SP-6
clamps to the rail and thread the bolts into place.
Set the 3 position upper seat mount in the lowest position (see photo). There is a quick-release skewer that goes
through the front hole on the top of the rear section. Place the seat onto the trike and see if it lines up with the
two mounting cups. Get the seat to fit by sliding the rear section in or out. Try to get the seat mount to sit at an
angle similar to the picture below right. Hold the seat on loosely with the 4 plastic clips supplied (quick-release
clips on the bottom, and bolted clips on the top) and then tighten the 2 lower quick-releases. Tighten the upper
seat mount quick-release, and then tighten the 2 upper plastic clip bolts. Check to see that the rear section is
still upright and then tighten the two rear section main clamp bolts evenly and tightly.
2.9 Fit the front boom to an approximate position.
Fit the front boom into the frame taking care not
to damage the plastic shim located inside the front
of the main frame. Position the boom at
approximately a hands span from the base of the
front derailleur post to the end of the main
cruciform.
Note: If you have purchased the optional quick-
release kit, please refer to the instructions for its
installation in Accessories Section of this manual.
2.10 Fit the optional chainring guard
If you have purchased the optional Chainring Guard, please refer to the instructions for its installation in

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Accessories Section of this manual before continuing assembly.
2.11 Fit the optional chainrings
If you have purchased either the 55 tooth outer chainring or the 26 tooth inner chainring, refer to the instructions
for their installation in Accessories Section of this manual before continuing assembly.
2.12 Fit the chainset
You now need to install the left and right sides of the chainset. Place the right crank on the right-hand side
square bottom bracket spindle. Put the supplied chainset bolt into the centre hole of the crank and tighten using
the 8mm hex key. This bolt must be very tight! Repeat for the left-hand crank, ensuring that the crank arm is
lined up with the right-hand crank. Again, tighten very tight using the 8mm hex key.
2.13 Fit the pedals
(Your own if not ordered from us) – Note: the pedal threads are handed. The right hand pedal tightens in the
normal direction; the left-hand pedal has a left hand thread, and tightens in the opposite direction to normal.
2.14 Adjust the seat angle
Sit on the trike (see section 5.1) and decide whether the seat angle suits you. The seat can be set more upright
(it was set to maximum recline in section 2.7) by simply opening the seat mount quick-release, sliding the seat
mount off the quick-release, and slotting it back over using a different set of slots. Please refer to section 3.4
2.15 Set the handlebars
The handlebars on your trike adjust forward and back, as well as for width. Sit on the trike and adjust the bars
to a position that feels comfortable. Typically, the angle of your elbow joint should be slightly more than 90
degrees open. Check the clearance between your hands and the wheels; also check the clearance between the
brake levers and frame at full steering lock. Adjusting the handlebars to their widest comfortable position that
doesn't interfere with the front wheels will give you the maximum amount of steering movement. Tighten the
handlebar clamp bolts.
Do not use the handlebars to pull yourself out of the trike with; they are not meant for this
purpose. Under normal use the handlebars will not slip in their clamps, they will however move if
subjected to an abnormal force.
There is also no need to pull on the handlebars when riding. The trike is easily steered with a light
grip of the fingers.
2.16 Set the front boom
Set the leg length by sitting on the trike and placing your heel on the pedal. Adjust the boom so that your leg is
almost straight when the pedal is at its furthest away from you. Set the front boom upright (by eye), and then
tighten the 2 clamp bolts.
Check the boom is not extended past its minimum insertion length. The end of the boom should not be visible in
the slot in the underside of the frame.

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2.17 Install and connect the front derailleur
Next, the front derailleur needs to be installed. Its position is determined by the size of outer chainring. Tighten
the supplied M5 bolt lightly so you can adjust the position of the derailleur. The position of the derailleur must be
set so the clearance between the outer plate of the cage and outer chainring is roughly 1 -3mm, when viewed
from the side. When viewed from above, the derailleur cage should be parallel to the outer chainring (not the
middle or inner chainrings). Tighten up the clamp bolt when the derailleur is located correctly.
Thread the front gear cable (left hand shifter) outer casing through the guide on the side of the frame and up
towards the end of the front boom. The front shifter casing is packaged with the handlebars, and it is the longer
one. Thread the inner wire through the outer casing and then through the cable guide tube (chromed noodle).
Pass the cable guide up through the hole on the underside of the front boom, so that it just pokes out of the hole
on the top face of the boom, checking that it is seated correctly.
Pull through any slack cable. While holding the cable taut, turn the shifter through its range of movement to
check the cable moves smoothly and that the cable is properly seated inside the shifter. Clamp the inner wire at
the front derailleur (5-7 Nm, 4-5 ft-lbs).
TIP – make sure the left hand shifter is set to the “L” position in the
indicator window (smallest gear setting) and the cable and outer casing
are located properly in the cable stops.
TIP - Do not trim any cables until you are happy with the various settings of
front boom and gears. The loose end of the cable can be tightly coiled so
that it is out of the way.
2.18 Install and connect the rear derailleur
Fit the rear shifter cable housing over the rear shifter cable (right hand shifter). This is the shorter cable housing
that was packed with the handlebars. Thread the cable housing through the cable guide and into the stop, both
located on the right side of the frame.
Find the bag with the rear derailleur parts in it. Fit the rear derailleur to the rear dropout using a 5mm hex key,
making sure the B-tension adjustment screw doesn’t come into contact with the dropout tab.

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Adjust the B-tension screw so it is screwed in about 2/3 of the way. Check that the rear derailleur stop screws
are approximately set as shown in section 2.22 (final adjustment will take place once the chain is installed)
Fit the long length of gear outer casing into the rear derailleur and around to the cable stop on the rear right-
hand side of the main frame. Clip the cable outer casing to the 3 guides using the black plastic clips provided.
Thread the inner wire cable through the outer casing. Screw the barrel adjuster at the shifter fully in first, then
out 1 turn. Do the same with the adjuster at the rear derailleur. Check the cable is located correctly in the cable
guide. Holding the cable taut, turn the shifter through its range of movement to check the cable moves smoothly
and that the cable is properly seated inside the shifter, then connect and clamp the cable at the rear derailleur
while gently pulling through any slack in the system.
TIP – make sure the right hand shifter is set to the “9” position in the
indicator window (smallest sprocket setting) and the cable and outer casing
are located properly.
Cut the cable off leaving about 3” (75mm) past the cable clamp, and crimp the cable end cover onto the cable
end.
Check at this point that the brake and shifter cables are routed correctly. They should look like the photos below.
2.19 Assemble the chain tubes
Lay out the parts of the chaintube as shown in the photo. The chaintubes are bolted onto the pulley plate with
plastic clips. It is important that the chaintubes are assembled as shown, particularly the chain tube with the
metal clip. This clip keeps that tube from sliding forward into the pulley. Push the self-locking bolt through