| For those interested in motorcycles, motorcycle | | | | States and Canada. Most of these companies are |
| trikes are a relatively new and exciting phenomenon. | | | | able to convert any motorcycle into a trike quite |
| Motorcycle trikes can be seen all over - at the gas | | | | easily. The rear wheel and any saddlebags are |
| pump, on the highway, on long and winding roads. | | | | removed and the bike is rebuilt from there. |
| Many people who have not seen a motorcycle trike | | | | Additionally, there are motorcycle trike kits that |
| before are almost dumbfounded by the sight; what | | | | consumers may purchase to do the conversion on |
| looks like a typical motorcycle with two wheels | | | | their own. Doing this is not highly advised without |
| actually has three at closer inspection. Essentially, a | | | | sufficient experience. |
| motorcycle trike is a gigantic tricycle with a very | | | | Safety Concerns |
| powerful engine - for adults only. | | | | Many people confuse motorcycle trikes with the |
| If you are drawn to attention, a motorcycle trike is a | | | | 3-wheel ATVs that were banned in the past. |
| great choice! Everyone knows what a traditional | | | | Motorcycle trikes are actually much safer than ATVs |
| motorcycle looks like - sleek body, two wheels, and | | | | as they have a low center of gravity, a shaft drive, |
| powerful engine. But a motorcycle trike has all that | | | | powerful engines, and wide rear tires. Overall, |
| and more - an extra wheel. Any motorcycle trike | | | | motorcycle trikes are quite safe and stable. |
| owner must be prepared to be deluged by a flood of | | | | Motorcycle trikes do have several advantages over |
| questions from curious onlookers. Here are some of | | | | traditional motorcycles, aside from being safer in |
| the basics when it comes to motorcycle trikes. | | | | general. One pleasant aspect of driving a motorcycle |
| The Cost of a Motorcycle Trike | | | | trike is that riders do not need to put their feet |
| A motorcycle trike must be custom made, so there | | | | down when they come to a stop. Furthermore, a |
| is the cost of the motorcycle plus the conversion. In | | | | passenger may ride without the prospect of tipping |
| general, an average motorcycle may cost between | | | | the bike over during the ride. The addition of a third |
| $15,000 and $20,000. The conversion may cost up to | | | | wheel also prevents fatigue for riders who travel in |
| $10,000. Some motorcycle trikes are sold used, so it | | | | stop-and-go traffic. |
| is possible to purchase one that already exists. Prices | | | | At both rallies, bike shows, and with general |
| of used motorcycle trikes will vary, depending on | | | | motorcycle enthusiasts, the popularity of motorcycle |
| what the owner asks. When purchasing a motorcycle | | | | trikes is growing more and more. For any bike |
| trike, it is always a good idea to have it professionally | | | | enthusiast that is looking for something a little out of |
| inspected by a mechanic. | | | | the ordinary, a motorcycle trike is definitely the way |
| Where to Get Motorcycle Trikes | | | | to go. They are fun, exciting, and will definitely bring |
| There are trike conversion companies offering their | | | | a bit of extra attention to the rider in any location. |
| services, most of which are located in the United | | | | |