What is a true safe top speed on a trike? Do they become unstable at some point?
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On open roads I've gone 90/95 for short bursts.. No handling problems.
But the thought of a Woods Rat coming out in front make's me slow down a little and enjoy the scenery..
I have no problem seeing the scenery, or lack of it, at 80 to 90 mph. Specially on the freeway. It occurs to me many of the places where I can easily run that fast, and do, there is no scenery. There are many areas out here in Idaho, Nevada, and Eastern Oregon that are so desolate and not so scenic, specially if you have already seen it a couple of thousand times, that the faster you can get thru it to actually get to some scenery, or shade, or something green, the better. When all you can see is sagebrush for 20 miles in front of you to the horizon, that is a good time to sit back and let 'er rip man. Just keep your eyes open for the occasional Antelope and be smart about where ya do it. Everyone has their own comfort zone and M.O.
The antelope don't bother me... It's the freakin' jack rabbits that jump out in front of you! Ya' might want to keep an eye out for that "Bear in the Air" too. I know Nevada uses them quite frequently along Interstate 80.
Im good til about 80mph then I start having a loud noise from behind me and a lot of thumping on top of my helmut.
And you are right about them wanting to race you. Many times I have had then run right along side me for a long time before veering off..
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