Has anyone had trouble assembling this tricycle? We tried to put the handle bars on (step 8) in the instructions, but the screw sticks out and cannot be tightened. How is this supposed to work?
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I just finished assembling this bike less than an hour ago; so, this is still fresh in my mind. I had a bit of trouble with this as well. First, make sure everything is lined up straight and the screw holes are open. You may need to turn the screw through each of the holes (before assembling) to open them up if they are not drilled open all the way. I also found that it took a bit of "elbow grease" to get the screw to go all the way in as it is supposed to do. The first few turns of the screwdriver are difficult, then it screws in smoothly. Perhaps there is a holding material on the inside of the handlebars that you have to get through, I'm not sure. I hope this helps; good luck! I just finished assembling this bike less than an hour ago; so, this is still fresh in my mind. I had a bit of trouble with this as well. First, make sure everything is lined up straight and the screw holes are open. You may need to turn the screw through each of the holes (before assembling) to open them up if they are not drilled open all the way. I also found that it took a bit of "elbow grease" to get the screw to go all the way in as it is supposed to do. The first few turns of the screwdriver are difficult, then it screws in smoothly. Perhaps there is a holding material on... » Read More I just finished assembling this bike less than an hour ago; so, this is still fresh in my mind. I had a bit of trouble with this as well. First, make sure everything is lined up straight and the screw holes are open. You may need to turn the screw through each of the holes (before assembling) to open them up if they are not drilled open all the way. I also found that it took a bit of "elbow grease" to get the screw to go all the way in as it is supposed to do. The first few turns of the screwdriver are difficult, then it screws in smoothly. Perhaps there is a holding material on the inside of the handlebars that you have to get through, I'm not sure. I hope this helps; good luck! « Show Less
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I'm having the same problem and am beginning to feel kinda stupid. How far through did the holes go? I mean there is one hole in the handlebars, and then two through the post, but it seems like there should be another hole on the other side of the handlebars that should "recieve" the screw. Am I right?
2088664
I am having the same problem! Did you get it figured out? If so, what do you have to do?
2088665
Hello everybodyCan anybody tell me what is approximate package size of this trike?It's cardboard box, right?I'm going to buy it when in business trip and put in the airplane baggage - so I need to know size..Thanks in advance..
2088666
There is not a hole on the other side of the handlebars, the screw stops somewhere inside of the back wall of the handlebars. This is a safety feature to keep the screw from sticking out where it can poke/scratch your child. Once you line it up through the handlebars and the post, it should screw in with some added strenghth.Good luck and I hope this helps!
2088667
I bought this trike for my daughter earlier today and my husband put it together without any trouble. He did you a small electric hand drill, that may have helped with the assembly. So far, my daughter is truly enjoying this trike.
214327
I put the bike together. It's pretty simple. One thing to note is when you put the paddle in, it shoud turn counter clockwise. All you need is Allen wrench and a wrench. Let me know if you need additional info.
2174726
I forgot to mention you have to attach the pedals too. The seat is also crappy. The way it's built is weird. The cables are already attached to the handlebars. So all you have to do is put it in place.
310723
I used the center post to "hammer" the wheels in. 1-2 whacks should do it, on the flat part of the wheel. Be sure the wheel is aligned with the center, as shown in the diagram. I was unable to push it in manually, but I do have small hands.
1645377
Putting it together is not that hard the tricky part is the elbow that allows it to fold up and down I had to do it over again, my suggestion is to test it out first. Also the runway that folds up when the scooter or the chair is on it did not line up correctly on mine, I had to take it and get it re-welded in the correct place. Be sure to check it out before trying to take a trip with it. The only instructions I had were looking at the picture and trial and error. Good Luck.
1371338
Sorry to hear about your experience. Fortunately the bike i purchased for my son works well even though he does not use it. The only thing i can think of is to have a mechanic or tech guy look at it. They may be able to tell you which part is defective and then you may be able to order a new part and have them install. Sorry
946455
Sorry, can't help you. I had someone put it together for me. I wish I had not purchased this bike. There are many others that are of better value and quality.
1250800
Much of the bike is pre-assembled. The manual shows many sub-assemblies that are not part of this model. You will need to study the manual and compare the actual sub-assemblies to figure out how to finish attaching them. All screws, bolts and nuts are metric not US SAE types. If you've had some experience assembling bikes before probably an hour or two. If not take it to a local bike shop for assembly and adjustment.
1980052
The main assembly is put together. You have to screw together the handle bars. Easy.
1109555
Yes, I did. Well, 3 full-size and 1 kid. Have you ever played Tetris? If not, go put it a few hours and try it again. :) It just takes a lot of planning to make sure that handle-bars, wheels, and seat don't keep bumping into each other. It took me probably 30-45 minutes to figure it out the first time. Now, I have all the levels set and it's easy.... just don't forget which bike goes where...
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I ran into the same issue. After I got the rest of it tightened, I laid the whole thing down horizontally, undid the screws that were holding those two L & R legs, made sure the leg pieces were then flush, and put the screws back in. This time, with the whole thing horizontal, it was much easier to screw the screws/bolts together. And I had to get it SUPER tight before it wasn't wobbly. But it did eventually work great. Hope this helps!
1778609
Usually the instructions are in the bx.otherwise really not that hard to put together the cable goes ob the rad and you attachbto your handlebar.tension the roller on your wheel .shoukd be fine
390555
Yes, you need to assemble it. You need to put on the handle bars, seat and tires. The hand brake can be a little tricky to get adjusted, but the overall assembly wasn't that difficult.
1734703
I had the same problem with the wheel and almost returned it. you have to put the trike down on its wheels and wack it with a hammer.
889496
I used a bar to force everything down to get it into place. Don't be afraid to muscle it. Everything should come together. Loosen everything up and try again.
1837257
Actually out will not work on an adult trikea without modifications....I did not use the support bar because the bike itself supported the back of the seat....I am short so the back of the seat is testing on my basket...hope this is helpful
111758
Turn the Three pointed knob clockwise to tighten it on your handlebar. Used mine again last weekend at the Sugarpine MC Rally. It was a little loose so I turned the knob and tightened it right up!