Hey guys!
I recently wrecked my trike, which resulted in a broken left ankle and wrist, both of which are healing nicely. However, I developed a massive blood clot, which has turned out to be kind of a game changer. There's a possibility that my left leg may be somewhat impaired because of swelling which I'm told could be permanent. This, of course, will make it kind of difficult to operate the clutch and shift gears.
I've been presented with the possibility of converting to an automatic tranny. (Full auto, not the auto stick.) The conversion would cost a bit more than repairing the damage and keeping the 4-speed, but it could make the difference between riding again and not. The latter is unacceptable.
My questions are, what are the pros and cons of the full auto?
-How does fuel mileage compare to the 4-speed?
-How does top end compare to the 4-speed?
-Will the conversion adversely affect handling/ridability?
-Is an auto trike hard to hold at a stop light/sign with the trike in gear? (Something I heard)
-Are the VW auto trannys dependable?
(Planning on Sturgis next summer)
-Anything else that might be helpful in deciding which way to go?
I've got a little time before repairs are set to begin, so I'm trying to gather as much information as I can. Where better to start than here?
Anything you guys can throw my way would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance, and ride safe!
PEACE!!