Kettler Tricycle Review

The German firm Kettler is the manufacturer of top of the line child tricycles. There are many choices for Kettler kiddie tricycles but only three Kettler tricycle models are specially-made and designed for optimum child safety and fun-filled tricycle ride.

Each Heinz Kettler Special trike has the following distinct features.

Integrated auto-freewheel

One distinct feature is the patented integrated auto-freewheel which allows the front wheel to go around wheel while the pedals are stationery. This feature gives the child the chance to ride the trike conveniently without the pedals hitting his or her feet.

The automatically engaged auto-freewheel allows the trike to function as a standard tricycle when the child user has grown and is ready to push the pedals.

A 3-in-1 pedal system allows for reverse peddling for braking and also allows pedal to be motionless for coasting action.

Parental Control Lock & Adjust Frame

A parental control lock allows the locking of the handlebars to forward position. A knob is pushed upwards and downwards to ensure that the parent or guardian of the child may be in control of the tricycle direction when pushing the tricycle using the push bar.

The patented quick adjust frame is also a unique feature of the Kettler child tricycle.It is designed to assume multiple positions such that the tricycle can be adjusted based on increase of size of child. A quick adjust knob allows the quick switching or adjustment.

Heavey duty

The durability of the Kettler tricycle is superb. This heavy duty child vehicle can withstand loads up to 400 pounds, making it very safe to use for your kids.

Turn Limiter Mechanism

A turn limiter mechanism is another patented feature of Kettler kiddie trikes. It prevents the handle bars from turning at more than 45 degrees at either side to reduce danger of tipping for greater riding safety.

Tubeless Air Tires

Kettler child tricycle has real tubeless air tires supported on sealed ball bearings which combine for the smoothest ride. The tires are durable and built for lifetime use. They are not meant to lose traction or split even after many years of use.

Other models use synthetic max X tread tires. These tires are highly durable hard plastic tires with built in traction.

Tri-wheeling Steering System

The Kettler navigation system has a tri-wheel steering system which provides easier steering for the parents or guardians. The parents are allowed to swivel the back wheels with the optional push bar. This feature does not use wires or cables but can still be easily turned off.

The steering system also includes a sliding on and off device which engages or disengages the steering system. This steering system is available only to the Kettler Air Navigator model and the Kettler Navigator model.

The Kettler child tricycle has the capability to be integrated with a Kettler tandem insert. The tandem insert allows an extra child to ride along with the child in front.  Another tandem insert may be added to allow third child to ride along with the first two children. This makes the trike more fun to use since the child with his or her brothers or sisters and maybe friends may enjoy a ride in a single tricycle.