How to Assemble an Adult Tricycle

Adult tricycles provide stabiltiy for diabled or older persons.

Elderly and disabled older children or adults need extra stability for safety purposes. People without adequate balance can enjoy outdoor activities on an adult tricycle without the fear of falling. An adult tricycle provides mobility and freedom to its riders, as well as an opportunity to get exercise safely.

Things You'll Need

• 2 adjustable wrenches

Instructions

1. Hold the front wheel with pedals with one hand on a flat surface with the tire on the surface.

2. Insert the tricycle head tube at the front of the body onto the top of the front wheel assembly.

3. Slide the headset lock ring onto the front wheel assembly tube that is protruding up from the tricycle head tube. Turn the headset lock ring clockwise by hand to partially tighten it in place.

4. Slide the stem clamp onto the headset lock ring with the clamp facing the front of the tricycle.

5. Insert the handlebar assembly into the steering tube to a depth marked minimum depth on the handle bar assembly.

6. Place an adjustable wrench on the stem clamp with one hand and another adjustable wrench on the headset lock ring with the other hand. Turn each wrench in opposite directions to tighten the connection partially.

7. Position the handle bar assembly so that the sides are perpendicular to the front wheel. Continue tightening the stem clamp and the headset with two adjustable wrenches until the connection is tight.

8. Thread the axle through the tube on the rear of the tricycle to support the tires.

9. Slide a wheel on the right side of the axle. Slide a washer on the axle and a nut. Tighten the nut with an adjustable wrench by turning it clockwise. Repeat this process for the left wheel.

10. Place the tricycle seat on the top of the frame. Tighten the nut with an adjustable wrench at a comfortable height for the rider.

Tips & Warnings

• The tricycle seat can adjust up, down and to a forward or rear angle to accommodate a rider. Loosen the nut with an adjustable wrench, make the adjustment and tighten the nut to hold the position.

• The back wheels should spin easily after tightening the retaining nuts on each side. If the wheels do not turn easily, turn the nuts slightly counterclockwise to loosen the pressure on each wheel.

• Children riders need adult supervision when riding an adult tricycle.

• Do not ride large tricycles near steps, swimming pools or any uneven areas that may cause a rider to tip over.

References

• Li'l GIANT Tricycle: Owner's Manual Assembly And Maintenance