New to Trikes...And This Forum

[Jerry/MD]

Took delivery of a 2014 Tri Glide in Blackened Cayenne yesterday. Gotta say...it is a different feel compared to a 2 wheeler. Gonna take some time to adjust to cornering with no lean.

Took her and the BSR on a 100+ mile ride today. So far, so good. Any advice on making the transition is welcome.

Jerry

[RdKnB]

Welcome to Trike Talk from Kent Island Md. For me it was miles, more I rode the better it got. I just got back from OC Bikefest and never really thought much about it. Mind and body just gelled. Also find an empty lot and do figure 8's etc

[lboos]

Just beautiful Jerry, you'll love it, just take it easy for the 1st 500 miles.

[87Trike1200]

Beautiful looking trike. Just take your time - couple hundred miles, you will get comfortable, a couple thousand, you'll be an "old pro". Don't rush it by trying to be "the Richard Petty of trikes" overnight.

[Bikerbozo]

Welcome and congrats on TG Jerry. Couple hundred miles and you will be feeling more comfortable on it. Since they changed Braking system for new models, I would go into a wet parking lot to see how they work. For my '10, the front brakes just lock up on wet, so in rain and snow I only use the weaker rear brakes.

[Rick Kay]

Welcome from the Great Lakes State!

[thunder struck]

Nice Trike,, I think the dash is amazing let us know how you like the gps

[Jerry/MD]

Thanks so much for the replies. Appreciate the comments and advice.

Jerry

[bustedwing]

Hello Jerry and welcome to the website from the U.P. of Michigan. One pointer I will give you is when entering gasoline stations those yellow posts jump right out at you. That extra width in the rear does make a difference(and I'm not talking about the better half)

[dare8601]

We have close to 300 miles so far...yepper going from a two wheeler to the three wheel is def. something to getting used to...

[Jerry/MD]

Hello Jerry and welcome to the website from the U.P. of Michigan. One pointer I will give you is when entering gasoline stations those yellow posts jump right out at you. That extra width in the rear does make a difference(and I'm not talking about the better half)

Good one, thanks!

I`ve already noticed I need to stay in the middle of the lane. So used to staying on one side or the other. Gonna take some time...

[DK Custom Products]

Welcome to the Forum and congrats on the new ride.

Yep, it is a bit different, but lots of fun. Take your time getting to know it. They are very capable rides.

[Jerry/MD]

Nice Trike,, I think the dash is amazing let us know how you like the gps

Yes, the display and sound sytem are nice. I have not used the GPS yet.

I'm so glad to be rid of the quirky iPod interface I had on my CVO Road Glide. Talk about something that had a mind of it`s own. Now all you need is a fairly inexpensive USB Flashdrive with your music files. Simple is good.

Jerry

[PIGGI]

And learn QUICK don't put your foot down or you will get tire marks on your calf.

[dafoot2]

Welcome and congrats.

When I first joined I found it very helpful to search the older forum posts. Lots of great information on here.

[Ohio Eddie]

Welcome to Trike Talk, from S/W Ohio.
Took me about 500 miles to get use to my TriGlide.

[Moe55]

Welcome Jerry, I just picked up a new Trike a week ago. Ride home from the dealer was a little shaky. Now have a little over 600 miles and it is becoming second nature. Not as comfortable as on 2 wheels but getting better with each ride. I too have to concentrate on lane position. Great info on this forum has helped me to make the transition much easier. Just take it easy until you feel comfortable at one point you will be going though the curves and not thinking about it and smiling, that is when the fun starts.

[viper]

Hi Jerry, welcome to the club!!! I would also add the curbs and sides are a lot closer then you think! On the road and in the garage! Happy riding!!

[pcombe]

Always remember the rear fenders at a gas pump etc.

When going into a hard turn slide your but over a little so that you have more leverage in your arms, as it is a combination of push pull steering.
You have a solid axle on your tri-glide so it will feel as if it wants to move you off the seat. By sliding the other way a little you can compensate for it.

Al trikes have a little wobble on the front end, Keep it in a gear where you are applying power and that will eliminate quite a bit of it. Lugging the motor only increases the opportunity for it wobble.

( Air Pressure, Air Pressure, Air Pressure!)
MAKE SURE YOUR TIRES ARE INFLATED PROPERLY!

There are threads all over this forum about air pressure, Use the search link at the upper right side of the forum ok?

Good luck, and take it easy until your comfortable.

[bluesman]

Welcome and congrats on TG Jerry. Couple hundred miles and you will be feeling more comfortable on it. Since they changed Braking system for new models, I would go into a wet parking lot to see how they work. For my '10, the front brakes just lock up on wet, so in rain and snow I only use the weaker rear brakes.

Rear brakes are not weaker on a trike. They are 60% of stopping power. On abike they are only 30%