
Trikke Maintenance and Repair Service
FREE basic repairs on your Trikke purchased from us. Having problems with your Trikke?
Need to install new air tires or regress to poly wheel's? How about a full check up! We can handle all your Trikke service needs. We are Trikke Tech certified to maintain and repair all of your issues.
Need to install new air tires or regress to poly wheel's? How about a full check up! We can handle all your Trikke service needs. We are Trikke Tech certified to maintain and repair all of your issues.
Maintenance, Service and Repair Schedule
Along with riding your cool carver, comes the up keep to be at it's best performance level of operation. We are reasonably priced, professional, experienced, and know how to get the most out of your trikke. Our tech specialist is the Trikke Academy Tech Instructor. (Parts sold separately)
Full Vehicle Inspection checklist to determine issues with service plan to follow. You will always know up-front what your costs are going to be.
Along with riding your cool carver, comes the up keep to be at it's best performance level of operation. We are reasonably priced, professional, experienced, and know how to get the most out of your trikke. Our tech specialist is the Trikke Academy Tech Instructor. (Parts sold separately)
Full Vehicle Inspection checklist to determine issues with service plan to follow. You will always know up-front what your costs are going to be.
Basic Repairs on Purchased Trikke Vehicles
Trikke Vehicles purchased from our store will receive FREE basic service for 12 Months. Guaranteed.
Trikke Vehicles purchased from our store will receive FREE basic service for 12 Months. Guaranteed.
12 Month FREE
Full Vehicle Inspection and Quote
Free
Wheel Conversion Upgrade
- Poly to Air,
- Air to Poly
- Brake Alignment
$15.00
Tire Repair and Service
- Brake inspection and adjustment
- Wheel rotation
- Change Tire and Tube
$15.00
Tune up
- Visual Vehicle Inspection
- Tighten Bolts
- Cambering Mechanism Tighten
- Folding Mechanism Tighten
- Steering Column Compression
- Brake Adjustment
- Bushing Inspection
- Basic Cleaning
$25.00
Tune up
- Full Vehicle Inspection and Disassembly
- Detailed Cleaning
- Cambering Mechanism Re-grease
- PU Bushing Replace
- Folding Mechanism Re-grease
- Steering Column Compression and Re-pack Bearings
- Brake Adjustment Align and True Rotors
- Bushing Inspection Replace and Re-grease
- Wheel Bearing Inspection Clean and Replace
- (Parts sold separately not included)
$75.00
FAQ
Wheel alignment push pin missing or is stuck in steering axle.
Remove the front fork.
Using the Allen wrench that came with your Trikke, find the hole in the plastic cap located at the bottom of the steering axle. Insert the short end of the Allen wrench, remove the cap by prying it out with the Allan wrench.
You should now be able to reach the pin and push it back into place.
If the alignment pin is missing please contact Trikke Tech (1-310-803-0445) for a replacement pin.
Using the Allen wrench that came with your Trikke, find the hole in the plastic cap located at the bottom of the steering axle. Insert the short end of the Allen wrench, remove the cap by prying it out with the Allan wrench.
You should now be able to reach the pin and push it back into place.
If the alignment pin is missing please contact Trikke Tech (1-310-803-0445) for a replacement pin.
Handlebar Height adjustment push pin missing or stuck in the stem post.
- Remove the handlebars.
- Open clamp on quick release lever.
- Remove the bolt located in the quick release lever.
- There is a plastic bushing that keeps the handlebar stem post tight when the quick release clamp is engaged. This bushing can make the handlebar stem post removal a little tough because of the tight fit. After completing steps 1 through 3, the stem post will pull out. Just give the stem post a few tugs and the bushing will come loose.
- Once you have the stem post removed you should be able to push the pin back into place using a long stick or dowel. Once the pin is in place, reinstall the stem, quick-release and the handlebars.
- If the alignment pin is missing please contact Trikke Tech (1-310-803-0445) for a replacement pin.
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Upper Push Pin Recovery
Lower push pin does not fit through the hole on the fork.
- This can happen because of excess paint or burrs in the fork alignment hole. To fix, use a small round file and clean the fork hole. Once this is done your fork should install with no issue.
T67 or T78 arms are flared in or out (wish boned)
- This happens from abuse or letting your Trikke roll backwards.
- Measure the distance of the outside of the decks. This distance should measure 23 inches apart, +/- 1 inch.
- If the distance is further or closer than 23 inches, you can push the arms in or pull them apart depending on the correction needed. You can do this a few times before you have major problem (because the T67 and T78 are steel).
- Remember riding backwards voids the warranty on your Trikke vehicle.
Wheel does not spin freely.
- Remove the wheel.
- Place one finger against the bearing on one side and keep this finger stationary, with your other hand place a finger on the bearing on the other side of the wheel.
- Turning one finger and keeping the other stationary try to manually turn the bearing. If you can�t feel the bearing trying to turn with your stationary finger remove the wheel bearings.
- Check the bearing seat for debris. Remove the debris if there is any present.
- Check the measurement of the spacer between the bearings, For the 8.5 tires this should measure 26mm. If it is too short or too long you will need to replace the inner bearing spacer.
Wheel Axles and Spacers
MODEL | YEAR | FRONT AXLE | REAR AXLE | AXLE SPACER | BEARING SPACER | WASHER | HEX |
T78 | 2008 | 71.mm | 71.mm | 2 @ 13.mm | 16.2mm | none | 5mm |
T8 | 2008 | 75.mm | 75.mm | 2 @ 12.0mm | 26.mm | 2 @ 2.mm | 5mm |
T8h | 2008 | 102.79.mm | 102.79mm | 11.9mm/31.5mm | 37.5mm | 2 @ 2.mm | 5mm |
T12 | 2010 | 100.mm | 100.mm | 2 @ 10.5mm | 52.0mm | 2 @ 2.mm | 6mm |
If the noise continues to persist please call Trikke Tech Inc Technical support at
(1-310-803-0445) for further assistance.
- If you have done this and your bearings just seem to not spin freely they may need to be replaced. Please call Trikke Tech support to resolve your issue.
Poly To air wheel conversion.
- Remove the polyurethane wheels using two 5mm Allen wrenches.
- Using a pair of pliers and a 5mm Allen wrench remove the brake pad axel bolt and the brake spring.
Note: Move the brake location one at a time so you can use them as reference for spring position and orientation. - There are three holes on the frame for the brake pad axle bolt location and three holes for the spring. For your brakes to function properly you will need to move the location of the brake to the third hole furthest from the wheel axle. Position the spring first; make sure the spring is in the right orientation.
- Once the spring is moved, move the brake pad by placing between the windings and under the spring.
- Install the brake axle bolt. Make sure the bolt goes through the frame, spring and brake pad.
Note: If the brake is installed and you do not have tension on the brake from the spring, check the orientation of the brake spring. If the spring is upside down you will not have tension. - Once you have the brake pad axle in place do not tighten the brake axle nut yet! First install the air tires using the new wheel spacers that were included with your tires.
- When installing the tires make sure that the arrow on the side of the tire is facing in the forward direction. (The air tires are directional).
- Once the tires are installed you will need to adjust your brakes. Loosen the two bolts that hold the cable to the brake pad using a 3mm Allen wrench.
- Pull the cable toward the front of the Trikke leaving a slight gap 3mm to (1/8�). The Desired result is to set the brake pad as close to the wheel as possible with out the brake pad rubbing on the tire.
- Keeping your cables turned like this will optimize the operating effectiveness of your brakes. Now tighten the bolts back to hold the tension on the brake cables.
- Note: If you have difficulty removing the slack from the brake cable there may be a kink or slight bend in the cable. Check to insure the cable is not bent or hung up some where in the brake line.
How to adjust your Brake pads on your T67 / T78 and T8 Trikke.
- Return the brake lever adjustment knobs to there seated position.
- Turn your Trikke upside down and loosen the two bolts that hold the cable to the brake pad
- Pull the cable toward the front of the Trikke leaving a slight gap 3mm to (1/8�). The Desired result is to set the brake pad as close to the wheel as possible with out the brake pad rubbing on the tire.
- Keeping your cables turned like this will optimize the operating effectiveness of your brakes. Now tighten the bolts back to hold the tension on the brake cables.
Note: If you have difficulty removing the slack from the brake cable there may be a kink or slight bend in the cable. Check to insure the cable is not bent or hung up some where in the brake line.
Air wheel To Poly wheel Conversion ( T78 Air) .
Note: If you are converting your T78 air wheels, be sure to order the correct (16 mm) wheel spacers.
- Remove the air wheels using two 5mm Allen wrenches.
- Using a pair of pliers and a 5mm Allen wrench remove the brake pad axel bolt and the brake spring. Note: Move the brake�s one at a time so you can use them as reference for spring position and orientation.
- There are three holes on the frame for the brake pad axle bolt location and three holes for the spring. For your brakes to function properly you will need to move the location of the brake to the third hole closest to the wheel axle. Position the spring first; make sure the spring is in the right orientation.
- Once the spring is moved, move the brake pad by placing between the windings and under the spring.
- Install the brake axle bolt. Make sure the bolt goes through the frame, spring and brake pad.
- Once you have the brake pad axle in place do not tighten the brake axle nut yet! First install the poly tires using the new 16.mm wheel spacers.
- Once the wheels are installed you will need to adjust your brakes. Loosen the two bolts that hold the cable to the brake pad using a 3mm Allen wrench.
- Pull the cable toward the front of the Trikke leaving a slight gap 3mm to (1/8�). The Desired result is to set the brake pad as close to the wheel as possible with out the brake pad rubbing on the wheel.
- Keeping your cables turned like this will optimize the operating effectiveness of your brakes. Now tighten the bolts back to hold the tension on the brake cables.
Brake cable rubbing on wheel T5 / T67 / T78 / T8 .
Note: If you are having difficulty with your Trikke not rolling or you notice the brake pad is rubbing on the tire you will need to fallow the brake pad adjustment procedures.
Warning: if you failed to adjust your brakes properly during or after assembly and your wheels are damaged your Tires will need to be replace before you can safely ride your Trikke chambering vehicle.
- Make sure the brake tension adjustment screws are tightened as far into the brake lever as they will go.
- Loosen the two bolts (do not remove) that hold the cable to the brake pad using a 3mm Allen wrench.
- Pull the cable toward the front of the Trikke leaving a slight gap 3mm to (1/8�). The Desired result is to set the brake pad as close to the wheel as possible with out the brake pad rubbing on the wheel.
- Keeping your cables turned like this will optimize the operating effectiveness of your brakes. Now tighten the bolts back to hold the tension on the brake cables.
Warning: if you failed to adjust your brakes properly during or after assembly and your wheels are damaged your Tires will need to be replace before you can safely ride your Trikke chambering vehicle.
Stripped brake caliper bolt T5 / T67 / T78 / T8
Note: If at any time during brake adjustment procedures, you strip the 3.mm bolt on the brake pad you will need to replace the bolt for safe and reliable braking. Please contact Trikke at 1-310-803-0445 to order any replacement parts.
Note: To remove the bolt you can use the following tool. A pair of Vise Grips when used properly will remove this bolt. Adjust jaws slightly smaller than bolt head and squeeze into place. Rotate bolt counter clock wise to remove.
Warning: remember to use caution when working with tools. Always ware safety goggles and other proper safety gear following the correct safety procedures for each specific tool.
Note: To remove the bolt you can use the following tool. A pair of Vise Grips when used properly will remove this bolt. Adjust jaws slightly smaller than bolt head and squeeze into place. Rotate bolt counter clock wise to remove.
Warning: remember to use caution when working with tools. Always ware safety goggles and other proper safety gear following the correct safety procedures for each specific tool.
- Once the bolt has been removed, replace it with a new bolt (part # BT-026) using a high-quality 3mm hex head (Allen) Wrench. Tighten Fully, Be cautious to not over tighten and strip the new bolt.
Wheel bearing is making noise.
- Remove the Bearing's from the rim and check the bearing seat. If there is access material in the seat you will need to remove the material.
- Grease the bearing seat using a premium bearing grease.
- Make sure the bearing spacer is the correct length and that the bearing is seated properly by turning the inner bearing race against your finger.
Wheel Axles and Spacers
MODEL | YEAR | FRONT AXLE | REAR AXLE | AXLE SPACER | BEARING SPACER | WASHER | HEX |
T78 | 2008 | 71.mm | 71.mm | 2 @ 13.mm | 16.2mm | none | 5mm |
T8 | 2008 | 75.mm | 75.mm | 2 @ 12.0mm | 26.mm | 2 @ 2.mm | 5mm |
T8h | 2008 | 102.79.mm | 102.79mm | 11.9mm/31.5mm | 37.5mm | 2 @ 2.mm | 5mm |
T12 | 2010 | 100.mm | 100.mm | 2 @ 10.5mm | 52.0mm | 2 @ 2.mm | 6mm |
If the noise continues to persist please call Trikke Tech Inc Technical support at
(1-310-803-0445) for further assistance.
Difficulty installing or removing the front fork assembly.
To Install the Front fork on your Trikke,
- Make sure the 2 Front fork bolts on your Trikke are loose enough for the clamp to have sufficient space to allow the steering axle to fit inside of the fork clamp. If you still have difficulty installing the fork you can loosen the wheel axle and this will loosen the fork clamp a few more millimeters allowing sufficient clearance.
- Depress the alignment push pin on the lower steering axle and slide the fork onto the steering axle until the lock pin engages in the fork alignment pin hole.
- Tighten the 2 fork bolts and tighten the wheel axle if it is loose.
- Loosen the two fork bolts and depress the alignment pin on the lower front steering axle.
- Now you can remove the fork assembly.
Steering axle is hard to turn or feels stiff (T5)
- Loosen the bolt on the handlebar stem clamp.
- Loosen the steering
- Loosen the Top nut on the threaded headset.
- Slightly loosen the bottom nut on the threaded headset. Note: this nut pulls the steering axle up through the front structure. If the nut is over tightened you can compress and damage the bearings.
- Tighten the bottom nut so the steering axle is tight. Make sure to turn the steering axle to insure that the bottom nut is not over tightened.
- Using two wrenches tighten the top nut while holding the bottom nut stationary. Note: this will lock the two nuts together and will not allow the bottom nut to loosen, effectively holding and compressing the bearings.
- Tighten the bolt on the handlebar stem clamp.
Manufacturing defect with your Trikke.
Note: Please read the Trikke Tech inc., warranty policy and fallow the warranty claim procedures.
STOP! Before you contact Trikke Tech Inc.
Before you email or call, be sure to have the fallowing information ready to place a warranty claim.
- Proof of Purchase and Purchase date.
- Trikke Identification number. (Located opposite side of the reflector on the front structure or on the side of the front structure (Pon-e only)
- Be sure to have photographs of the damaged or defective item in question.
- Your full name and contact information.
Lower push pin does not fit through the hole on the fork.
- This can happen because of excess paint or burrs in the fork alignment hole. To fix, use a small round file and clean the fork hole. Once this is done your fork should install with no issue.
Our attention to detail and quality work is what makes the difference. We offer full service options. Anything from changing a tire to replacing bushings. We will get you back carving it up in no time.
South Bay Trikke
1972 Del Amo Blvd STE C
Torrance, CA. 90501
(310) 320-4553
(855) 4TRIKKE - (855) 487-4553
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