Left pedal is stuck. Anyone have this problem and is there a solution? If I push the pedal and push the zike backward it unsticks.
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Only problem I had was solved when I realized if I had my weight on the down pedal I wouldn't be able to push down the upper pedal-too much weight to overcome. Had to shift my weight to the up-pedal side before I could successfully pedal it. If it's really, physically stuck, check for what parts are blocking movement and review your assembly, in case something didn't get installed in the correct place.
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Is the chain off the sprocket? Is it your first time riding the zike. I thought mine was jamming up, but I found out my muscles were not used to a stairstepper motion ,so it was my leg muscles that needed fixing not the zike, now I can peddle 45 minutes at a time .You have to change gears 1 gear at a time. You cannot go from 1 to 6 all at once.I once had the chain come off the sprocket. I got it back on by rolling the bike backward, it was the only way. It would not go on rolling it forward. Not happy with the gear shifter. I shift from 4 to 5 and it goes to 6. Hard to get it in 7th. I love the zike. I have 2 other bikes , a GT and a nishiki, and I only ride the Zike. Is the chain off the sprocket? Is it your first time riding the zike. I thought mine was jamming up, but I found out my muscles were not used to a stairstepper motion ,so it was my leg muscles that needed fixing not the zike, now I can peddle 45 minutes at a time .You have to change gears 1 gear at a time. You cannot go from 1 to 6 all at once.I once had the chain come off the sprocket. I got it back on by rolling the bike backward, it was the only way. It would not go on rolling it forward. Not happy with the gear shifter. I shift from 4 to 5 and it goes to 6. Hard to get it in... » Read More Is the chain off the sprocket? Is it your first time riding the zike. I thought mine was jamming up, but I found out my muscles were not used to a stairstepper motion ,so it was my leg muscles that needed fixing not the zike, now I can peddle 45 minutes at a time .You have to change gears 1 gear at a time. You cannot go from 1 to 6 all at once.I once had the chain come off the sprocket. I got it back on by rolling the bike backward, it was the only way. It would not go on rolling it forward. Not happy with the gear shifter. I shift from 4 to 5 and it goes to 6. Hard to get it in 7th. I love the zike. I have 2 other bikes , a GT and a nishiki, and I only ride the Zike. « Show Less
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I know this is a very old message, but apparently this is a common issue with this machine...You press the foot pedal and first it just make some noise, then the machine starts at maximum speed... Well, I've discovered that if before pressing the pedal you lower the needle (by rotating the wheel towards you) until it's in a low position (either near the fabrick, or sticking a bit into it), then the machine will start, slowly, if you press the pedal slightly...You won't need to press a lot, and it will be easier to control speed. I hope this will be useful to people having this problem with this machine...
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I was breaking my head trying to figure it out. I just kept turning the knob towards the right side and after a few seconds, you'll see one of the pedals rising a bit. Do it to preference, but I was finally able to raise my pedals and now it feels like I'm doing something!
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Hello. I did send the bike back. Amazon's service was great, once again. The left hand was tearing in two places. The chain drive is very loud. There is no way to fix that. New road bikes don't have that noise. This one gear spinner should not be so loud. I liked the elbow pads, however that is a where the hands go. One of the pedals came off and was stripped. It would not go back on. I know I put it on correctly. For a new product this should not have so many problems. Spend a little more and get a quality product. I got what I paid for.
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Under the pedal, literally.. push in the 2 small round hinges, one on each side of the pedal piece. Also, check youtube, many videos addressing this issue. Great pedal, bad battery-placement design.
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check the polarity of the tip/ring. if it is the same you may have a bad pedal.
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My pedal also fell apart. If they sell a replacement I would love to know. And if so I hope it's better quality than the original!
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Try removing one pedal first if you can't do it buy the pedals and take it to a bike shop I doubt they would charge more than 10 dollars to put them on for you.
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All bicycles have a reverse thread on the left pedal to keep it from unscrewing during use. The stripped threads are probably from repeated attempts to put the pedal on wrong or using the wrong pedal. (right pedal on left) left tighty, right loosy
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We just recently purchased one and it also ticked. I took it apart and put the wheel on the opposite way. Even though the sticker clearly said the other opposite. It doesn't click, but the pedals won't stop moving. If it's not one thing, it's another.
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Nope, it sounds like your pedal is faulty and needs to be replaced/fixed. Send it back.
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After assembling the 140 the problem I ran into was with the resistance when I first tried to move the paddles forward I'm unable to move I tried to change the resistance but nothing works. The back movement is very smooth. Anyone have a solution
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I have same issue with right pedal.Just sent an email to customer Service.We will see..
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I think it has something to do with the way the pedal is connected to the main unit. Mine did the same thing and then parts started to become detached on all sides of the unit. I would say I got a good four months out of it, between waiting for replacement pieces and repairs, and have been looking for something new.
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Problem as in stuck? Yes I have. It is easily fixed by merely pushing and lightly wiggling the button out. Once this occurs the unit works fine. Beyond that no other issues. If this isn't your issue I would say it's a factory defect.
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Turn the blades hand a few clicks, then try it again. Could be the gears sticking or a bad motor.
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I would return the pedal it is defective. The one that I purchased for a museum class I taught ...so for is working well... though my personal dremel pedal is of much better quality than this particular product.