TAKACHIA General Questions
We offer worldwide doorstep delivery! Check out our local dealer from here. We do international shipping if there is no local dealer at your location, kindly provide your location and email to info@takachia.com
Absolutely. As a trusted brand, TAKACHIA offers a return and refund policy for our products. You can find the full details in our Return Policy here.
Yes, all TAKACHIA bikes come with a worldwide warranty if you purchase from our official dealer. Find out more warranty policy here.
Generally the delivery will take 3 - 60 days. It is depends on where you are located, stock availability and subject to custom clearance speed.
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TAKACHIA implements its own rigorous Quality Assurance Protocol, developed in alignment with Singapore standards used in high-spec bicycle manufacturing.
Our commitment to excellence includes:
✔ Up to 81 precision quality checkpoints from frame welding to final assembly
✔ Brake and fatigue testing exceeding 5,000 cycles under simulated real-world load
✔ High-speed brake testing at speeds up to 50 km/h
✔ Use of aerospace-grade 7005/6061-T6 aluminum alloy, known for its high tensile strength and fatigue resistance
✔ Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to identify and reinforce high-stress zones
✔ ±0.2 mm tolerance control during CNC machining and jig-based frame alignment
✔ Consistently deliver a first-class standard that truly represents Singapore.
This system ensures meticulous attention to detail at every stage with no shortcuts and no compromises in build quality or safety. The result is a bike that performs reliably on Singapore’s roads.
TIIME SERIES Trifold Questions
The TIIME SERIES Chromoly is designed for everyone — men or women, young or old — especially those seeking a reliable, comfortable, and stable bike for leisure riding and daily commuting without needing technical expertise. Its compact fold and lightweight build make it perfect for navigating city streets and public transport, while its enhanced stability and comfort ensure a smooth and enjoyable ride every time.
The TIIME SERIES Aluminium is perfect for riders who prioritize high efficiency, speed, and agile handling — ideal for daily commuting or city cruising. Constructed from aircraft-grade aluminium, this version offers a lightweight frame and responsive performance, catering especially to road bike enthusiasts who appreciate flexible steering and a smooth, dynamic ride. If you seek premium materials and top-tier specs for an effortless yet high-performance cycling experience, the Aluminium TIIME SERIES is the ideal choice.
TAKACHIA TIIME SERIES bikes are 99% pre-assembled, and you do not need to have technical knowledge before using it! Start riding the bike in 3 simple steps after you receive the bike, refer to our unboxing video here.
The A16 and A20 models feature TAKACHIA’s Fortified Series-6 Aluminum Alloy, a high-grade series-6 alloy known for its excellent balance of strength, stiffness, and corrosion resistance. With a modulus of elasticity around 69 GPa, this material provides precise handling while absorbing shocks effectively. Our frames employ oversized tubing with wall thickness up to 2.5 times greater than typical budget trifold bikes in high-stress areas, optimizing strength without unnecessary weight. The frames undergo T6 heat treatment, significantly boosting tensile strength to around 350 MPa and enhancing fatigue resistance, ensuring long-term durability even under repetitive cycling stresses.
Precision manufacturing techniques, including seamless welding, minimize stress concentrations and maintain structural integrity. This advanced welding process improves frame strength by up to 15% compared to standard welding methods, reducing the risk of weld cracks and fatigue over time.
Enhanced corrosion resistance is achieved through anodizing, protecting the frame in humid or coastal environments. Additionally, the alloy’s high thermal conductivity allows efficient heat dissipation during welding, preserving the microstructure and preventing weakness near weld zones.
Every bike is subjected to a rigorous up to 81-point inspection. These combined engineering and quality controls guarantee that the A16 and A20 aluminum frames deliver superior strength, durability, and reliable performance throughout years of everyday use.
In conclusion, thanks to the combination of superior materials, meticulous manufacturing, and stringent quality control, the A16 and A20 frames demonstrate an overall strength and durability improvement of up to 30% compared to typical budget trifold bikes. This ensures that riders enjoy a reliable, long-lasting frame built to withstand daily use and challenging conditions with confidence.
Chromoly steel is a high-strength, low-alloy steel containing chromium and molybdenum as key alloying elements, widely prized in bicycle manufacturing for its excellent combination of strength, durability, and resilience. At TAKACHIA, we specifically use 4130 Chromoly steel tubing, a premium grade known for its superior mechanical properties. This material exhibits a tensile strength range of 560 to 700 MPa, providing exceptional toughness and elasticity that effectively absorbs and dissipates the repetitive dynamic stresses encountered during urban commuting and off-road cycling.
The yield strength of approximately 460 MPa ensures the frame maintains its shape under high loads, avoiding permanent deformation and preserving long-term structural integrity. Despite its strength, 4130 Chromoly has a density of 7.85 g/cm³, which offers an ideal balance between durability and weight, allowing us to craft frames that are both strong and reasonably light. Through precise tube butting and tailored heat treatments, the material’s fatigue resistance and longevity are further enhanced, resulting in frames built to endure years of rigorous use without compromising ride quality.
Our manufacturing employs advanced seamless welding techniques, which reduce stress concentrations at joints and improve overall frame strength by up to 15% compared to conventional welding methods. This process ensures superior weld integrity, reduces the risk of cracks or fatigue failures, and contributes significantly to the durability of the frame.
In summary, TAKACHIA’s 4130 Chromoly steel frames represent a harmonious blend of strength, flexibility, and durability, engineered to meet the demands of both urban and off-road cyclists. The combination of high tensile and yield strengths, along with our specialized seamless welding process, which enhances joint strength by up to 15% — ensures a frame that resists fatigue and maintains its integrity over time. This meticulous attention to material selection and manufacturing translates into a bike that delivers reliable performance and lasting value, giving riders confidence in every ride, whether tackling daily commutes or more challenging terrain.
- Chromoly Version
Both the C16″ and C20″ models are designed to support riders weighing up to 120 kg. They feature adjustable seat posts to ensure a personalized fit and accommodate riders with heights ranging from 130 cm to 190 cm, depending on individual preferences and riding style.
- Aluminium Version
While the A16 supports riders up to 110 kg and the A20 accommodates up to 120 kg. Additionally, they feature adjustable seat posts for a tailored fit, suitable for riders between 145 cm and 190 cm. Notably, both bikes can be customized to support heavier loads.
C16: 11.2KG net
C20: 11.7KG net
A16: 8.5KG net
A20: 9.5KG net
These weights make it easy to lift, carry, and store — without compromising on performance and strength.
Yes, both the 16-inch and 20-inch models are designed to meet common foldable bike size guidelines used by many public transportation systems worldwide. However, we recommend checking specific local regulations for public transport in your area to ensure compliance.
Folded dimensions (without rear rack):
- C16 & A16: 33 cm (W) × 59 cm (L) × 63 cm (H)
- C20 & A20: 33 cm (W) × 64 cm (L) × 68 cm (H)
TAKACHIA® Anti-Chain-Drop Technology is a next-generation drivetrain stability system purpose-built to eliminate one of the most disruptive challenges in cycling: the chain drop. Whether you're accelerating from a stop, shifting under load, or riding across uneven terrain, this system is designed to ensure the chain remains securely engaged, delivering a smooth, uninterrupted cycling experience.
At the core of this technology is TAKACHIA’s High-Precision Chainline Geometry, engineered into every TIIME SERIES frame. This design ensures that the chain maintains an optimal, straight path across the most frequently used gear ratios. The precise alignment significantly reduces lateral drivetrain stress, particularly during gear transitions. For trifold bikes—where repetitive folding and unfolding can result in minor shifts in alignment—TAKACHIA applies ultra-strict quality control and extremely low tolerance for error, ensuring long-term chainline stability and overall drivetrain reliability.
Further enhancing this system is the use of CNC-machined chain tensioners. These precision-engineered components are specifically developed to maintain consistent chain tension during both riding and folding scenarios. By reducing slack and minimizing chain bounce, they serve as an essential second line of defense against chain drops, especially in compact folding bike configurations where drivetrain stability is more difficult to achieve.
In selected drivetrain setups, TAKACHIA also incorporates Narrow-Wide Chainring Technology. This design features alternating narrow and wide teeth that correspond precisely to the inner and outer chain links. The result is significantly improved chain retention, particularly valuable during aggressive shifting, high-torque pedaling, or off-road conditions where traditional chainrings are more likely to fail.
Extensive internal testing has shown the effectiveness of this system. Among riders using conventional drivetrains, over 40% reported experiencing at least one chain drop within a 12-month period. After switching to TAKACHIA’s Anti-Chain-Drop Technology, the incidence rate dropped dramatically to under 5%, demonstrating the system’s real-world performance and reliability.
Ultimately, TAKACHIA Anti-Chain-Drop Technology is not just a feature — it is a fully integrated solution that elevates drivetrain integrity. It minimizes maintenance concerns while maximizing rider confidence. By addressing the common weaknesses found in standard external gear systems, TAKACHIA delivers a ride that is smoother, quieter, and virtually free from chain drop disruptions — enabling cyclists to focus entirely on the journey ahead.
TAKACHIA® Stability Tech 2.0 is a proprietary performance system engineered to enhance balance, handling precision, and ride safety across diverse urban and real-world riding conditions. Specifically developed for compact trifold bicycles, this integrated suite of structural and geometric enhancements significantly improves rider confidence — whether navigating congested city environments, executing tight turns, or encountering unpredictable terrain changes.
Central to the system is the recalibrated Center of Gravity (CoG), achieved through a comprehensive reengineering of traditional trifold frame proportions. This optimization ensures more balanced weight distribution, leading to greater steering responsiveness and control at higher speeds. Internal traction analysis indicates an increase in tire grip of over 20%, allowing the bicycle to maintain more consistent contact with the ground. This greatly reduces the risk of tire slippage during cornering and enhances surface stability on wet or uneven roads.
The system also features Tri-Point Frame Reinforcement, which strengthens three structurally critical zones of the frame: the main hinge, rear triangle, and seatpost clamp area. These stress points are fortified with high-tensile Series-6 aluminum alloy and undergo seamless welding to achieve an 18% increase in torsional rigidity. This structural reinforcement minimizes lateral flex, enhances frame stability, and absorbs high-frequency vibration — contributing to overall ride quality without compromising frame responsiveness under load or during rapid directional changes.
Further contributing to the system’s effectiveness is Self-Correcting Geometry Feedback, an innovative integration of micro-flexion zones within the fork and rear stays. These finely tuned flex points provide subtle self-centering behavior during exposure to side winds, potholes, or surface irregularities. Rather than relying entirely on rider input, the geometry naturally corrects minor imbalances, reducing front-end wobble and promoting a more controlled, forgiving ride — particularly advantageous for urban commuters or long-distance riders.
Field testing across a wide range of rider profiles and terrain types revealed that over 90% of users experienced noticeable improvements in handling and balance. This was especially apparent at low speeds and during tight cornering, where traditional folding bikes often struggle with lateral instability. Test subjects reported reduced handlebar wobble, enhanced cornering confidence, and improved stability while navigating uneven terrain or high-traffic conditions. Quantitative metrics further confirmed a reduction in lateral sway and quicker recovery from surface shocks and wind disturbances.
In summary, TAKACHIA Stability Tech 2.0 is more than just a structural enhancement — it is a system-level solution that fuses advanced frame geometry, materials science, and responsive engineering to redefine the riding experience. By delivering improved predictability, greater control, and reduced fatigue, it transforms the feel of a trifold bike into something remarkably stable, smooth, and carefree experience — the hallmark of the TIIME SERIES.
TAKACHIA’s Seamless Welding Tech is a next-generation frame joining technique that merges high-precision engineering with elevated aesthetics. Unlike conventional welds that leave visible seams and localized stress points, this process employs a multi-pass precision welding system combined with meticulous post-weld finishing — resulting in structurally superior joints and a visually flawless frame surface.
The welding process begins with tightly regulated multi-pass arc operations, carefully controlling heat input to maintain a minimal heat-affected zone (HAZ) — typically under 2 mm. This reduces thermal distortion, minimizes residual stress, and prevents common metallurgical defects such as porosity and inclusions. By maintaining strict temperature and bead placement tolerances, the integrity of the alloy microstructure is preserved, which is critical for load-bearing performance.
Following the welding stage, all bead profiles undergo precision grinding and fine polishing. This post-weld treatment eliminates sharp transitions and stress concentrators, producing a continuous, smooth surface profile. The result is not only a refined visual finish, but also enhanced structural resilience. The final welded joints exhibit metallurgical homogeneity and optimized load distribution, enabling forces to disperse more evenly throughout the frame.
Performance Benefits:
TAKACHIA frames manufactured with Seamless Welding Tech demonstrate up to 15% improvement in torsional rigidity and a 10% gain in tensile strength compared to standard TIG-welded frames. This translates into improved resistance to frame twisting and cracking under dynamic stresses such as repeated folding or high-impact riding. Additionally, stress simulation and fatigue testing show up to a 40% reduction in stress concentrations at welded joints — significantly increasing long-term durability.
From an aerodynamic standpoint, the seamless surface contours help reduce surface turbulence and drag by approximately 3%, contributing to smoother, more efficient riding. Visually, the absence of visible weld lines reinforces the premium identity of the frame — delivering a minimalist and sculpted aesthetic often associated with high-end performance equipment.
Durability & Testing Insights:
While Seamless Welding Tech requires up to 8 times the production time of standard methods, the trade-off is substantial. In accelerated durability testing, TAKACHIA frames utilizing this technique exhibited 35% fewer stress-induced failures over extended periods. Riders also reported measurable improvements in comfort and a reduction in structural vibration and “frame noise,” indicating higher overall ride quality.
In essence, Seamless Welding Tech is not merely a visual enhancement — it is a structural and functional upgrade grounded in precision metallurgy and advanced mechanical design. Every weld contributes to the long-term strength, aerodynamic efficiency, and visual excellence of the bicycle, ensuring that performance and craftsmanship are seamlessly united in every TAKACHIA frame.
At first glance, many trifold bikes may look alike. But appearances can be deceiving. The TAKACHIA TIIME SERIES is not a 1-to-1 duplicated of any classic trifold bike, it’s a ground-up reengineering, purpose-built to address the hidden limitations of both traditional and budget designs.
Unlike other options on the market, the TAKACHIA frame isn’t just trifold copied — it’s completely recalibrated based on Optimized Center of Gravity (CoG) principles, forming the foundation of our Stability Tech 2.0 system. This proprietary geometry enhances balance, reduces rider fatigue, and delivers unmatched control, especially during low-speed turns, tight corners, or uneven terrain. Simply put, this is not a replica — it’s a reinvention.
Where others may compromise internally to reduce cost, TAKACHIA is designed to exceed the benchmarks of the Singapore Standard, delivering superior performance in every aspect:
- Frame Technology & Structural Integrity: High-tensile Series-6 aluminum alloy, reinforced with Seamless Welding Tech, ensures exceptional torsional rigidity, vibration absorption, and long-term durability — even under daily folding stress.
- Drivetrain Reliability: Our Anti-Chain-Drop Tech combines high-precision chainline geometry, CNC-machined tensioners, and a narrow-wide chainring profile to virtually eliminate chain drops and gear skipping. The result is a hassle-free ride, even under aggressive conditions.
- Weight & Portability: Built to balance strength and weight, the TIIME SERIES offers a compact folded profile without compromising frame rigidity — making it easy to carry, store, or travel with.
- Aesthetics & Finishing: Our Seamless Welding and post-processing refinement eliminate visual weld lines, creating a minimalist, premium finish that stands out without shouting.
And it doesn’t stop at design. Every unit goes through a rigorous 81-point inspection, including weld integrity, alignment, stress testing, and real-road simulation — ensuring that what you ride has been tested well beyond industry norms.
TAKACHIA is not the cheapest option — and it’s not meant to be.
Budget brands often cut corners where it matters most: beneath the surface. Thinner tubing walls, inferior bearings, and low-quality control may not be obvious at first glance, but over time, they undermine ride quality, safety, and durability.
With TAKACHIA, you’re not just paying for aesthetics, you’re investing in genuine engineering excellence, long-lasting performance, and rider safety designed to endure far beyond the daily commute.
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