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Appendix A

 

Intended use of your Trike

 

 

WARNING: Understand your trike and its intended use. Choosing the 

wrong Trike for your purpose can be hazardous. Using your trike the 
wrong way is dangerous.

 

No one type of Trike is suited for all purposes. Your retailer can help you pick the “right 
tool for the job” and help you understand its limitations. There are many types of Trikes 
and many variations within each type. 

 

Within each of type of Trike, one can optimize for certain purposes. Visit your Trike shop 
or bike mechanic and find someone with expertise in the area that interests you. Do your 
own homework. Seemingly small changes such as the choice of tires can improve or 
diminish the performance of a Trike for a certain purpose.

 

On the following pages, we generally outline the intended uses of various

 

types of trikes.

 

Industry usage conditions are generalized and 

evolving. Consult your dealer about how you intend 

to use your trike.

 

 

Pavement Use 

 

CONDITION

 

Trikes designed for riding on a paved surface where the tires

 

 

INTENDED To be ridden on paved area 
 
 
 
.

 

 

MAXIMUM WEIGHT LIMIT

 

 

RIDER

 

LUGGAGE*

 

TOTAL

 

lbs. / kg

 

lbs. / kg

 

lbs. / kg

 

 260/130

 

10 / 4.5

 

270/134.5 

 

* Approved DC-Tri Accessories

 

Summary of Contents for Commuter 2.3

Page 1: ...t your dealer has given you all the manufacturers literature that was included with your Trike or accessories In case of a conflict between the instructions in this manual and information provided by a component manufacturer always follow the component manufacturer s instructions If you have any questions or do not understand something take responsibility for your safety and consult with your deal...

Page 2: ...ight B Saddle position C Handlebar height and angle D Control position adjustments E Brake reach 4 Tech A Wheels 1 secondary retention devices 2 Wheels with cam action systems 3 Removing and installing wheels B Seat post cam action clamp C Brakes D Shifting gears E Pedals F Trike Suspension G Tires and Tubes 5 Service A Service Intervals B If your Trike sustains an impact Appendix A Intended Use A...

Page 3: ...the safety alert symbol and the word CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or is an alert against unsafe practices The word CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a situation which if not avoided could result in serious damage to the Trike or the voiding of your warranty Many of the Warnings and Cautions say ...

Page 4: ...t also the common sense rules of safe and responsible bicycling As a parent you should read this manual as well as review its warnings and the Trike s functions and operating procedures with your child before letting your child ride the Trike WARNING Make sure that your child always wears an approved Trike Bike helmet when riding but also make sure that your child understands that a Trike Bike hel...

Page 5: ...other required and recommended safety equipment It s your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the laws of the areas where you ride and to comply with all applicable laws 3 Do you know how to correctly secure your front and rear wheels Check to make sure Riding with an improperly secured wheel can cause the wheel to wobble or disengage from the Trike and cause serious injury or death 4 Does...

Page 6: ... clearance and side to side wobble If a wheel wobbles side to side even slightly or rubs against or hits the brake pads take the trike to a qualified trike shop to have the wheel trued CAUTION Wheels must be true for rim brakes to work effectively Wheel trueing is a skill which requires special tools and experience Do not attempt to true a wheel unless you have the knowledge experience and tools n...

Page 7: ...w Trike be sure to pick a controlled environment away from cars other cyclists obstacles or other hazards Ride to become familiar with the controls features and performance of your new trike Familiarize yourself with the braking action of the trike Test the brakes at slow speed putting your weight toward the rear and gently applying the brakes Sudden or excessive application of the front brake cou...

Page 8: ... moving parts and never ride barefoot or in sandals Bright visible clothing that is not so loose that it can be tangled in the Trike or snagged by objects at the side of the road or trail 5 Protective eyewear to protect against airborne dirt dust and bugs tinted when the sun is bright clear when it s not 6 Ride at a speed appropriate for conditions Higher speed means higher risk B Riding Safety 1 ...

Page 9: ...13 Observe and yield the right of way 14 Never ride your Trike while under the influence of alcohol or drugs 15 If possible avoid riding in bad weather when visibility is obscured at dawn dusk or in the dark or when extremely tired Each of these conditions increases the risk of accident C Off Road Safety 1 We recommend that children not ride on rough terrain unless they are accompanied by an adult...

Page 10: ...E Night Riding Riding a Trike at night is much more dangerous than riding during the day A rider is very difficult for motorists and pedestrians to see Therefore children should never ride at dawn at dusk or at night Adults who chose to accept the greatly increased risk of riding at dawn at dusk or at night need to take extra care both riding and choosing specialized equipment which helps reduce t...

Page 11: ...our clothing or anything you may be carrying on the Trike does not obstruct a reflector or light Make sure that your Trike is equipped with correctly positioned and securely mounted reflectors While riding at dawn at dusk or at night Ride slowly Avoid dark areas and areas of heavy or fast moving traffic Avoid road hazards If possible ride on familiar routes If riding in traffic Be predictable Ride...

Page 12: ...ur trike 3 Fit NOTE Correct fit is an essential element of riding safety performance and comfort Making the adjustments to your Trike which result in correct fit for your body and riding conditions requires experience skill and special tools Always have your dealer make the adjustments on your Trike or if you have the experience skill and tools have your dealer check your work before riding WARNIN...

Page 13: ... the handlebar or bar end extensions WARNING An insufficiently tightened stem clamp bolt handlebar clamp bolt or bar end extension clamping bolt may compromise steering action which could cause you to lose control and fall Place the front wheel of the Trike between your legs and attempt to twist the handlebar stem assembly If you can twist the stem in relation to the front wheel turn the handlebar...

Page 14: ...n the slightest doubt as to whether you understand something in this section of the Manual talk to your dealer A Wheels Trike wheels are designed to be removable for easier transportation and for repair of a tire puncture In most cases the wheel axles are inserted into slots called dropouts in the fork and frame but some suspension mountain trikes use what is called a through axle wheel mounting s...

Page 15: ...portant that you understand the type of wheel securing method on your Trike that you know how to secure the wheels correctly and that you know how to apply the correct clamping force that safely secures the wheel Ask your dealer to instruct you in correct wheel removal and installation and ask him to give you any available manufacturer s instructions WARNING Riding with an improperly secured wheel...

Page 16: ...ral types of Trike brakes rim brakes which operate by squeezing the wheel rim between two brake pads disc brakes which operate by squeezing a hub mounted disc between two brake pads and internal hub brakes All three can be operated by way of a handlebar mounted lever WARNING 1 Riding with improperly adjusted brakes worn brake pads or wheels on which the rim wear mark is visible is dangerous and ca...

Page 17: ...your Trike has a suspension system of any kind be sure to read and follow the suspension manufacturer s setup and service instructions If you do not have the manufacturer s instructions see your dealer or contact the manufacturer WARNING Failure to maintain check and properly adjust the suspension system may result in suspension malfunction which may cause you to lose control and fall If your trik...

Page 18: ...some high performance tires the specific recommended use are marked on the sidewall of the tire The part of this information which is most important to you is Tire Pressure WARNING Never inflate a tire beyond the maximum pressure marked on the tire s sidewall Exceeding the recommended maximum pressure may blow the tire off the rim which could cause damage to the trike and injury to the rider and b...

Page 19: ...nce tires have unidirectional treads their tread pattern is designed to work better in one direction than in the other The sidewall marking of a unidirectional tire will have an arrow showing the correct rotation direction If your trike has unidirectional tires be sure that they are mounted to rotate in the correct direction 2 Tire Valves There are primarily two kinds of Trike tube valves The Schr...

Page 20: ...ke 1 Ask your dealer for copies of the manufacturer s installation and service instructions for the components on your trike or contact the component manufacturer 2 Ask your dealer to recommend a book on Bike Trike repair 3 Ask your dealer or bike mechanic about the availability of Bike repair courses in your area We recommend that you ask your dealer to check the quality of your work the first ti...

Page 21: ...m If so have your dealer replace them Squeeze each adjoining pair of spokes on either side of each wheel between your thumb and index finger Do they all feel about the same If any feel loose have your dealer check the wheel for tension and trueness Check the tires for excess wear cuts or bruises Have your dealer replace them if necessary check the wheel rims for excess wear dings dents and scratch...

Page 22: ...rike sustains an impact First check yourself for injuries and take care of them as best you can Seek medical help if necessary Next check your trike for damage After any crash take your trike to your dealer for a thorough check Carbon composite components including fames wheels handlebars stems cranksets brakes etc which have sustained an impact must not be ridden until they have been disassembled...

Page 23: ... your Trike shop or bike mechanic and find someone with expertise in the area that interests you Do your own homework Seemingly small changes such as the choice of tires can improve or diminish the performance of a Trike for a certain purpose On the following pages we generally outline the intended uses of various types of trikes Industry usage conditions are generalized and evolving Consult your ...

Page 24: ...n terrain and always ensure that the mini wheel at rear of the trike is in a state of good repair prior to doing mini wheel stands and ensure the rider has the relevant experience and riding time required to perform this or any other trick NOT INTENDED For use in extreme forms of jumping riding such as hardcore mountain Freeriding Downhill North Shore Dirt Jumping Hucking etc No large drop offs ju...

Page 25: ...erspective Today s high performance Trikes require frequent and careful inspection and service In this Appendix we try to explain some underlying material science basics and how they relate to your Trike We discuss some of the trade offs made in designing your Trike and what you can expect from your Trike and we provide important basic guidelines on how to maintain and inspect it We cannot teach y...

Page 26: ...erials steel is the most ductile titanium less ductile followed by aluminum Metals vary in density Density is weight per unit of material Steel weighs 7 8 grams cm3 grams per cubic centimeter titanium 4 5 grams cm3 aluminum 2 75 grams cm3 Contrast these numbers with carbon fiber composite at 1 45 grams cm3 Metals are subject to fatigue With enough cycles of use at high enough loads metals will eve...

Page 27: ... large that the part is too weak to carry the load that it could carry without the crack At that point there can be a complete and immediate failure of the part One can design a part that is so strong that fatigue life is nearly infinite This requires a lot of material and a lot of weight Any structure that must be light and strong will have a finite fatigue life Aircraft race cars motorcycles all...

Page 28: ... to 6 hours for charge Tools Required Small adjustable spanner and Allen Key The DC Tri should arrive in 3 completed part and only the headset assembly components require assembly Front Wheel Assembly Frame Assembly Headset Assembly Before you begin Remove Battery and Charger from Box and place on charge Initial Charge 6 Hours 4 hour charge thereafter if battery is empty 1 Remove all parts from th...

Page 29: ...le female to male connection on front wheel hub to the frame cable wiring connector ensure tightly connected and not loose cable tie to forks and cut off excess cable tie end once securely affixed into position 9 Press thumb throttle located on the right hand side to start Note Please wear a bicycle helmet for your own personal safety along with any other protective clothing required for the type ...

Page 30: ...Connect Mainframe ...

Page 31: ...Handle Bar Connection ...

Page 32: ...n effort to conserve valuable resources e g tree our Instruction Manuals are available for viewing or download from www dc tri com Manufacturer DC Tri Sales Pty Ltd ABN 80 614 677 173 22 75 Waterway Drive Coomera Qld 4209 Ph 07 5580 0624 Email info dc tri com Country of Origin Assembled in Taiwan Patent No 150755 Distributor Need Help Contact our Customer Service Team at 07 5580 0624 or email us a...

Page 33: ...es receipt with this manual and write the serial number below __________________________________________ Replacement Parts For the complete selection of replacement parts visit www dc tri com Repair Centers For a list of authorized Dc tri repair centers Check online at www dc tri com Call for the center nearest you WARNING If a battery break develops avoid any contact with leaking acid and place t...

Page 34: ...atigue crack is not a defect It is a sign that the part has been worn out a sign the part has reached the end of its useful life When your car tires wear down to the point that the tread bars are contacting the road those tires are not defective Those tires are worn out and the tread bar says time for replacement When a metal part shows a fatigue crack it is worn out The crack says time for replac...

Page 35: ... Low mileage Lower body weight Less aggressive rider Non corrosive environment dry salt free air Clean riding environment ...

Page 36: ...ts that are too tight can stretch and deform Bolts that are too loose can move and fatigue Either mistake can lead to a sudden failure of the bolt Always use a correctly calibrated torque wrench to tighten critical fasteners on your trike Carefully follow the torque wrench manufacturer s instructions on the correct way to set and use the torque wrench for accurate results ...

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