New Triker with 3 questions

[Hogdoc]

Hi All,
I am a new Tri Glide owner/rider. I have adapted well to three wheels coming from 2 wheels. I understand the push/pull concept of steering and that I don't lean into a curve like I did on 2 wheels. With that said, I have three questions concerning going through curves with my trike that I hope to gain some insight from you all.

1. What body position do you maintain going through the curve, upright, slight lean to outside/inside?

2. Going normal speeds through the curve, can the trike tip over?

3. What do you do about the sensation of being thrown to the outside of the curve, since I do not lean like a 2-wheeler?

Thank you for your insight and if a question is not clear, I will try to clarify.

 

[1dn5up]

Until ya feel comfortable in the turns , remember to brake before it, if goin too fast into it and locking up the rears, by by.
I counter shift my tail acording to how I feel. Then power out of the turns. Find a good twisty road and practice at different speeds. It will come to you , and follow your eyes, very important issue, can't stress enough.

 

[tfdeputydawg]

Hi All,
I am a new Tri Glide owner/rider. I have adapted well to three wheels coming from 2 wheels. I understand the push/pull concept of steering and that I don't lean into a curve like I did on 2 wheels. With that said, I have three questions concerning going through curves with my trike that I hope to gain some insight from you all.

1. What body position do you maintain going through the curve, upright, slight lean to outside/inside?

2. Going normal speeds through the curve, can the trike tip over?

3. What do you do about the sensation of being thrown to the outside of the curve, since I do not lean like a 2-wheeler?

Thank you for your insight and if a question is not clear, I will try to clarify.

1. Inside lean if riding curve aggressively.
2. No
3. Push down on outside foot.

 

[G.W. Viper]

When I start to go into a curve / turn I say to myself Left Turn.....Then I just push down with the opposite leg,so I push down with right foot. You just tell your self which way you are turning, then push down with opposite foot. This will keep your body more straight up. If I don't tell my self right turn or left turn, I find myself thinking and trying to remember what to do.

And of course just like on 2 wheels, slow down before the turn, and just roll on throttle thru the turn.ThumbUp

 

[HDB0B]

:Agree: I drive my trike just like I have always been taught with any vehicle. Brake before the turn and power out of the turn.

I'm pretty aggressive at times and have never lifted a rear tire. I sit pretty much straight up and grip the tank with my knees when required. Pushing down on floorboards .... like suggested .... also helps with stability.

Almost at 24k miles with my 2014 and riding is second nature. I switch back and forth with my 2 wheeler ZRX 1200R effortlessly.

Enjoy your new ride.

Bob

 

[Ed Hobgood]

Hi All,
I am a new Tri Glide owner/rider. I have adapted well to three wheels coming from 2 wheels. I understand the push/pull concept of steering and that I don't lean into a curve like I did on 2 wheels. With that said, I have three questions concerning going through curves with my trike that I hope to gain some insight from you all.

1. What body position do you maintain going through the curve, upright, slight lean to outside/inside?

2. Going normal speeds through the curve, can the trike tip over?

3. What do you do about the sensation of being thrown to the outside of the curve, since I do not lean like a 2-wheeler?

My answers:

1. Depends on how fast you are traveling, if I'm going through a curve at at a slow speed I'm upright, if I'm taking the curves faster I do a slight lean into the curve.

2. I've had a rear wheel to lift on me but it was my fault going a little crazy, I didn't feel the trike even try to tip so at normal speed I would say no.

3. I lean a little and hang on with my knees!

and power on through the curve.

 

[GARYD]

1 Depends on the speed. The faster I go the more I lean to the inside....though not nearly as much as if I was on 2 wheels.
2 Almost Impossible
3 I do nothing - I don't notice any sensation of being thrown around. I just do what comes naturally.

I'm a very aggressive rider. Always have been and always will be, so I have to be aware of everything around me and ride accordingly. Whether on 2 wheels or 3, riding comes as second nature - I don't have to think about it.

Sometimes I will power completely through a really sharp corner - just to see what my limit is.
After 5 years and over 60K miles under my belt, I can really push it hard - had a ball on the Dragon this year.

 

[blksheep54]

Curves

I too am a new trike rider. I obviously slow down for curves but, I still feel as though I'm going to slide off of the seat. I'm trying to figure out how to easily and properly counteract that problem. I'll attempt some of these measures and see what works best for me.

 

[Fearless]

Great advise

I have over 3years in the seat and can add nothing to what has been said power through the turns makes a world of difference. ride it like you stole it when you can. Fred

I too am a new trike rider. I obviously slow down for curves but, I still feel as though I'm going to slide off of the seat. I'm trying to figure out how to easily and properly counteract that problem. I'll attempt some of these measures and see what works best for me.

 

[tbear]

Hi All,
I am a new Tri Glide owner/rider. I have adapted well to three wheels coming from 2 wheels. I understand the push/pull concept of steering and that I don't lean into a curve like I did on 2 wheels. With that said, I have three questions concerning going through curves with my trike that I hope to gain some insight from you all.

1. What body position do you maintain going through the curve, upright, slight lean to outside/inside?

2. Going normal speeds through the curve, can the trike tip over?

3. What do you do about the sensation of being thrown to the outside of the curve, since I do not lean like a 2-wheeler?

Thank you for your insight and if a question is not clear, I will try to clarify.

If you get a set of 2+2 10" handlebars, you will find turning a breeze. No leaning, no sensations, but still have to slow it down and downshift for safety sake!

 

[graygoat]

+1 on the comments above!
Just ride at speeds you are comfortable with, as your miles pile up, your comfort level (& speed) will increase. Good luck to you.

 

[Big Jim]

Hi All,
I am a new Tri Glide owner/rider. I have adapted well to three wheels coming from 2 wheels. I understand the push/pull concept of steering and that I don't lean into a curve like I did on 2 wheels. With that said, I have three questions concerning going through curves with my trike that I hope to gain some insight from you all.

1. What body position do you maintain going through the curve, upright, slight lean to outside/inside?

2. Going normal speeds through the curve, can the trike tip over?

3. What do you do about the sensation of being thrown to the outside of the curve, since I do not lean like a 2-wheeler?

Thank you for your insight and if a question is not clear, I will try to clarify.

1 upright
2. No
3. Slow down , ride in your conform zone. When I started riding the trike I tried to ride like I did on the roadking 10 miles over the posted corner speed limit it was more work then fun so I slowed to 5 miles under the posted corner speed limit.

The ride became enjoyable.

After 1 1/2 years with the freewheeler I do the corner speed limit.

The main thing be safe and have fun and ride your own ride where you are comfortable .
Jim

 

[GARYD]

I have over 3years in the seat and can add nothing to what has been said power through the turns makes a world of difference. ride it like you stole it when you can. Fred

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Keep to the speed limits until you get more comfortable, then = LET 'ER LOOSE. I have more fun going to the edge as much as possible. My normal speed

is 5 to 10 above the limit - more so on curves and twisties. I love the look on the faces of riders behind me as I pull away from them and they drop down to the limit or even lower. :laugh: :laugh:

The BRP, Pigs Trail and the Dragon are my favorite playgrounds. You'll get a fantastic workout on either one. epper:

Everyone has their own limits - that's good - don't try to ride someone else's ride.

 

[trikermutha]

Take your time and get use to the new ride. Once you ride it more and more that sensation will lead to excitement