Revised: 12/16/2015
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Maintenance
Maintenance is important to help keep your AmTryke in good working order
for years to come. This section includes some general maintenance tips.
Wheels and Tires
Wobbly wheels cut braking power, so keep all wheels running true. Wheels can
lose alignment over time when spokes stretch. Wheel alignment takes special
tools and know-how, so have this done by a professional/bike shop.
Proper tire pressure is also very important. If tire pressure is too low, it can
cause a flat and rolling resistance, and if tire pressure is too high, it can cause a
tube to blow out. Keep tires inflated to the pressure marked on the tire.
Correct pressure assures longest tire life. Repair tube punctures with a self-
adhesive patch, follow instructions that came with the repair kit.
Brakes
Brake shoes wear out so inspect them at least every six months. Make sure that
they are properly aligned on the wheel rim for maximum braking power. Make
adjustments if necessary.
It is best to let a professional to replace brake shoes. If you, however, decide to
replace them yourself, remove old brake shoes and install the new shoes in the
brake arm. Tighten the brake shoe clamp bolt.
Chain
Clean the chain at least every six months, more often if you have been riding
your tryke over sand and dirt, or through water and mud.
You do not have to remove the chain for cleaning. You may clean the chain
with an environmentally safe chain cleaning product and brush. If you use a
solvent (such as kerosene) then remove the chain (with a chain rivet tool) and
immerse it in the solvent to avoid spilling/staining, particularly on the tires or
brake shoes.
Before riding your tryke, always check that it is in proper working
order. Check that all quick release lock levers, nuts and bolts are
properly tightened, and that tires are properly inflated.