Mountain Trike Owner’s Manual
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Whilst descending, it will often be necessary to use the Steering Handle to make adjustments to
your course as you go. This can be one of the most enjoyable aspects of riding the Trike. No
braking is required to steer the Trike. Rather, the braking system is used to control the speed of a
descent, and the steering system is used to control the direction. Both of these techniques must
be practiced and the rider must be confident doing both concurrently before any attempt at
descending is made.
The anti-tip wheels on the footrest limit the forwards tip of the Trike should the brakes be applied
too sharply, or if the gradient is too steep. However, it is always recommended to keep the rear
wheel in contact with the ground to provide optimal control, so avoid prolonged descending
while balanced on the anti tip wheels.
3.0 Safety Advice
Please read this section carefully, the amount of detail may seem excessive or appear to be
stating pure common sense, but the Mountain Trike Company is committed to ensuring its rider’s
are as safe as possible so they gain the maximum enjoyment from riding their Mountain Trike.
Seat Belt and Foot Straps
A seat belt and foot strap is also provided with your Mountain Trike as an optional extra should
you so wish to use them. The seat belt can be attached at the fastening points either side of the
bottom of the seat back and the foot strap can be attached between the two forward legs of the
Mountain Trike frame.
3.1
Riding safely Off Road
All riders should exercise their own judgement as to whether
the area they are travelling requires them to need assistance
and take a capable companion if necessary
.
Children should
be accompanied by a responsible adult when travelling Off
Road.
1. Off road terrain can feature variable conditions and
hazards, so stay alert and ride within your abilities.
Follow the advice in our Operation section and build up your skill gradually on easy terrain
before attempting more challenging ground
2. We recommend you wear appropriate clothing and an approved bicycle helmet
3. We recommend you don’t ride alone in remote areas.
4. We recommend the you take a mobile phone, money, additional clothing, food and drink,
tools, puncture kit etc and always tell someone where you are going and when you expect to
be back
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