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1.2 Adjusting and Closing Quick-releases
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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.
TIP - When assembling your trike, please refer to the table in the
appendix for the proper tightening torques for all fasteners. Do not over-
tighten.
2.0 Adjusting your ICE trike
Fine-tuning for leg length, seat angle, handle bar width / angle, brake lever reach, tyre pressure etc are all well
worth taking time to set to your personal preference.
TIP - Experiment but always go for a reasonable (a mile or two) test ride
to decide if an adjustment is right for you.
2.1 Tyre pressure
Typical tyre pressure for the standard tyres is about 70psi (4.6 bar). Do not inflate the tyres more than the
maximum pressure recommended on the tyre sidewalls. You will need to experiment a bit to find the tyre
pressure that suits you best. Higher pressures will allow the trike roll more easily, but will transmit more road
shock to the rider. Lower pressures will feel much more comfortable, but there can be more rolling resistance.
Also try experimenting with tyres; there are now large cruiser tyres available which can provide a comfortable
ride and reasonably low rolling resistance, as well as small high-pressure racing tyres that offer very-low
rolling resistance and sport-car type handling
2.2 Folding and Unfolding.
Folding and unfolding your trike is very simple. After you have practiced it a few times, you will be able to do
it easily in under a minute.
To fold your trike:
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