TRAILMATE Desoto Classic User manual

Desoto Classic & EZ Roll
Regal Owner’s Guide
DESOTO CLASSIC
EZ ROLL REGAL

24" DESOTO/REGAL PARTS LIST
ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY ITEM PART DESCRIPTION QTY
1 11871 REFLECTOR KIT TRIKE 1 37 11679 CONNECTING LINK 1
2 12199 SCREW 14 x 3/4 4 38 11747 FENDER 24" FRONT W/BRACKET 1
3 12069 BASKET HOLD DOWN 4 39 11764 FENDER BRACE 24" 1
4 11639 BASKET COATED TRIKE 1 40 12176 NUT 5/16 - 24 HEX 2
5 12102 FLAG SAFETY W/POLE 1 41 20576 FENDER BRACE SCREW 2
6 12241 SET COLLAR 5/8" 2 42 11718 DECAL TM HEAD 1
7 11949 FREEWHEEL 22T & ADAPTER 1 43 20158 WHEEL 24 x 1.75 ALLOY FRONT 1
8 12246 KEY SQUARE (AXLES) 3/16 x 5/8 3 44 20019 BRAKE V CANTILEVER COMPLETE 1
9 19869 AXLE DESOTO/REGAL DRIVE 2 45 19337 FORK 24" MWT CANTILEVER 1
10 12240 WASHER SPACER 1 x 41 3 46 11831 HEAD SET COMPLETE 1
17 11894 SEAT WESTERN SADDLE 1 47 11805 HANDLEBAR HI RISE 1
18 12175 NUT 5/16 - 18 FLANGED 5 48 11801 GRIP BLACK DC 7/8 2
19 14272 FRAME TRIKE REAR 1 49 11813 STEM HANDLEBAR 9" 1
20 11961 TIRE 24 x 1.75 W/TUBE 3 50 12188 SCREW 10 - 32 x 3/8 1
21 20201 TUBE 24 x 1.75 3 51 12212 SCREW 5/16 - 18 x 1-1/2 2
22 11985 RIMSTRIP 24 x 1.75 3 52 13226 CLAMP WASHER M8 (SEAT POST) 1
23 20159 WHEEL 24x1.75 ALLOY REAR 2 53 13227 CLAMP NUT M8 (SEAT POST) 1
24 20541 SCREW (CHAINGUARD) 8 x 1/2 1 54 20214 SEAT POST 9" x 1" OD STEEL 1
25
11708
11709 CHAINGUARD DESOTO OR REGAL 1 56 11898 BRACKET WESTERN SADDLE 1
26 11857 PEDALS 1/2" PAIR 1 57 12172 NUT 1/4 - 20 FLANGED 1
27 12253 NUT U-TYPE FOR #8 SCREW 1 58 12204 SCREW 1/4 - 20 x 1 - 1/2 1
28 11643 BEARING AXLE 5/8 4 59 12232 WASHER 1/4 1
29 12218 CARRIAGE BOLT 3/8 x 16 x 3/4 6 63 14271 FRAME REGAL MID 1
30 12075 SISSY BAR DESOTO 1 64 16595 SCREW 3/8 - 16 x 2 2
31 12178 NUT 3/8 - 16 FLANGED 6 65 14270 FRAME REGAL FRONT 1
32
12918
11682
CHAIN 109 PITCH DESOTO OR 123
PITCH REGAL 1 66 18867 FORK WHEEL RETAINER 1
33 14268 FRAME DESOTO FRONT 1 67 19720 NUT 5/8 - 18 NYLON JAM INSERT 2
34 11697 CRANK BEARING SET COMPLETE 1 69 11068 NUT 3/8 - 16 NYLON INSERT 2
35 11934 SPROCKET 36T 1/2 x 1/8 1 70 12242 PLUG TUBE 1 - 1/4 x .083W 1
36 11695 CRANK 5 - 1/2" 1 71 12301 WASHER 3/8 2

1. Preparation
Remove parts from carton. Check air
pressure & inflate tires to 35 psi. Make
sure tires are properly seated on rims.
2. Rear Frame & Wheels
Remove lock nuts (67) from axles &
tape from key squares (8) on axle
ends leaving key squares in the
keyways. Slide washers (10) up
against bearing & align wheel
keyway with key square on axles
pushing the wheel up against bearing.
Install nut (67) on axle (Do not
overtighten). IMPORTANT: Be
certain axle thread fully engages
nylon portion of the nut when
tightening. If there is any side-to-side
movement of axles loosen set screw
in collars (6) slide collars to eliminate
movement & re-tighten.
3. Frame Assembly
Slide front frame Desoto (33) or mid
frame Regal (63) into rear frame (19)
as far as possible. Install 4 carriage
bolts (29) through slots in sides of
transmission box. Ensure square
sides of bolts seat into each slot.
Install nuts (31) on bolts.
DO NOT tighten fully at this time.
4. Front Fender & Wheel
Install front wheel in slots of fork with
wheel retainer (66) tabs seated in
holes of the fork. Remove bolt,
washer & nut from fork and re-install
through fender tab. Remove 2ea
screws from bottom of fork (41) &
reinstall over fender brace (39). Check
that wheel is centered between fork &
tighten nuts.
5. Pedals
Screw pedal (32) marked “R” in right
Side of crank in clockwise direction.
Screw pedal marked “L” in left side in
counter-clockwise direction.
6. Chain “KEEP FINGERS CLEAR”
Install drive chain (32) over front &
rear sprockets & join together with
connecting link & spring clip (37)
using pliers. Slide front & rear frame
apart until chain is tight. Secure
& tighten all 4 carriage bolts (29).
Rotate pedal several times to check
that chain is running freely. If binding
occurs the chain may need to be
loosened until eliminated.Chain
binding can be the result of a
misaligned sprocket. Re-positioning of
the sprocket (7) or re-squaring of the
front/rear frame may correct this
problem.
DESOTO CLASSIC & EZ ROLL REGAL
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

7. Chainguard
Place chainguard (25) over chain &
slide rear under top of transmission
box rear. Attach using screw & u-nut
on chainguard (24) & (27). Before
tightening line up hole in front
mounting bracket by removing &
re-installing screw (50). Tighten both
ends until chainguard is lined up. Turn
pedals to ensure chain does not rub
on chainguard. Adjust front & rear
alignment of chainguard if it does until
rubbing ceases.
8. Western Saddle Seat & Sissy Bar
Secure sissy bar (30) to the 2 studs
on bottom of the seat (17). Sissy bar
should be installed so the top curves
to the rear of the trike. Remove
hardware (55) & (18) from
seat-mounting bracket (56) & install
on the 2 remaining studs on bottom of
seat (17). Secure seat post (54) back
on to bracket (56) using any of the 4
sets of holes in the bracket
NOTE: These holes will determine the
distance sitting from the handlebar.
Attach sissy bar long slotted holes to
the 2 tabs welded to rear axle
housing. Install washers (71) in
between sissy bar & tabs then secure
with carriage bolts (29) and nuts (31)
DO NOT tighten at this time.
9. Handlebar
Slide handlebar (47) through clamp on
stem (49) with portion of long bolt to
rear. Install clear reflector & bracket
(1). Install stem (49) into fork (45) until
line marked on stem is not visible.
Align handlebar to fork as it faces
straight ahead & tighten bolt in stem
firmly. DO NOT overtighten as this
can damage fork tube. Check that
headset (46) is tight DO NOT
overtighten as this can damage fork
bearings. Fork should rotate freely
without binding. Slide hand brake
lever (44) onto right side of handlebar
& loosely tighten. Slide hand grips
(48) on handlebar until they bottom
out. A small amount of soapy water
placed inside can help make
installation easier.NEVER use oil or
other lubricants. Slide handbrake
lever lever against grip, adjust position
& secure tightly.
10. Cantilever Brake Installation
Insert “ball” end of cable into round
slot of brake lever. Slide open end of
cable through cable guide & cable
guide into cable guide holder. Slide
cable boot onto cable (open end first).
Feed brake cable wire through hole
on the lock bolt (cable clamp) &
snugly tighten clamp. Pull slack out of
cable so brake pad faces are within
⅛” of the wheel.
DESOTO CLASSIC & EZ ROLL REGAL
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

11. Basket
Place basket (4) on rear frame
immediately behind sissy bar &
centered between the rear wheels.
Secure basket using tabs (3) &
screws (2) into the holes in rear frame
& top of transmission box. Basket may
have to be adjusted to line up holes
with basket wires & hardware.
12. Reflectors & Flag
Install 2 ea red reflectors (1) on back
of basket using reflector clips &
screws. Reflectors should be about 1
foot apart. Install clear wheel
reflectors (1) by placing between
spokes as near to the rim as possible.
Place safety flag (71) in flag holder
on rear frame.
13. Final Check
Review all instructions, check all
hardware for tightness, re-adjust seat
& handlebar as necessary, check for
extra or missing parts.
DESOTO CLASSIC & EZ ROLL REGAL
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

REGULAR MAINTENANCE: BI-MONTHLY
1. Keep all painted parts clean & waxed for long-lasting luster.
2. Spray chrome parts with recommended coating & let sit overnight for
penetration.
3. Lubricate following: Seat pivot points, axle shafts, pedal bearings, chain
(turn/spray).
4. When storing over prolonged periods turn upside down to prevent flat spots
on tires. If stored outside, cover to protect finish & moving parts.
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE: EVERY SIX MONTHS
These are services that may need to be performed by your local bicycle shop
1. Check tires for wear, rim cuts & valve core alignment.
2. Check wheels for cracks & proper alignment.
3. Check brakes for proper operation.
4. Clean & repack all bearings.
5. Check for worn bearings, cones & cups, adjust all cones.
6. Check chain adjustment & clean as needed.
7. Check for loose bolts, nuts & other hardware.
INSPECTION: REGULAR BASIS
1. Brakes: Ensure brakes engage when brake lever is pressed.
2. Wheels: Check wheels for alignment.
3. Pedals: Inspect bearings, make sure tightly attached to crank.
4. Handle Grips: Replace worn or loose grips.
5. Chain: Check proper tightness, if damaged replace immediately.
6. Seat: Adjust for rider comfort & safety, check for rips, tears.
7. Tires: Inflated to proper tire pressure as indicated on sidewall.
8. Chainguard: Replace if damaged or missing immediately.
9. Frame: Replace damaged frame immediately.
MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION

6620 Suemac Place
Jacksonville, Fl 32254
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Visit us at www.trailmate.com
For service or to order
Parts please contact
your local Trailmate
dealer.
This is a recreational unit, not designed for excessive
speeds or misuse.
Do not brake or turn at high speeds. This may cause
cycle to roll over. Careless operation may cause rider to
lose control & result in serious injury.
Things to know before riding your cycle:
1. Know your local bicycle laws & wear a helmet
2. Do not exceed recommended weight limit of 250lbs
3. No more than one rider at a time
4. Do not stand on unit
5. Be sure to install safety flags
6. Wear light-colored clothing & protective gear
7. Do not ride at night
8. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times
Trailmate Limited Warranty
Trailmate guarantees each cycle product against all defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of 90 days from date of purchase. Tires and tubes are not covered by this
guarantee.
During this period, any part that is judged by the makers to be defective will be replaced free
of charge. Any failure resulting from accident, abuse, neglect, normal wear, or improper
assembly or maintenance by the owner is not covered.
Trailmate, Inc., further authorizes a lifetime frame guarantee and will replace any frame, at
no cost to the buyer, providing that the item has not been used for rental and that:
1) The item has not been altered, repaired, or modified in any way
2) The item has not been subject to misuse, negligence, and/or an accident
3) Original ownership is established
Any parts under this guarantee on which claims are entered shall be returned for inspection
with transportation charges prepaid by the claimant. Replacement parts will be shipped
F.O.B. factory.
There are no warranties or guarantee, expressed or implied, written or oral, which extend
beyond the description on the face hereof.