Trike Mid Step

14TG · Jan 14, 2024

This evening I just ordered a Trike Mid Step.

At first I was hesitant because it does look slightly different and “out of the norm” from the typical what the eyes are used to seeing…. But the more I kept looking, and videos of the install of what I’ve found, it quickly grew onto to me.

I do notice (and mentioned in one video I saw) is a slight loss of ground clearance, which I personally don’t see a huge issue there ….. And although it looks close, it does not appear to be blocking any of the oil drain plugs. I can say I’m really excited for this add-on and really looks like it’s going to be quite convenient.

I will be putting on matching floor boards too.

I would like to hear anyone else’s opinions, thoughts and/or input including Pros or Cons including their experience with the Trike Mid Step.

Thanks,

Brett

Burnerboy · Jan 14, 2024

Any chance of showing us a picture?? cause I have NO idea what your talking about in your post..

Ronnie

1/14/24

14TG · Jan 14, 2024

Burnerboy said:
Any chance of showing us a picture?? cause I have NO idea what your talking about in your post..

Ronnie 1/14/24

Hi Ronnie,

I will attach a link to one of the original videos:

https://youtu.be/1lbn9Vk_EfY?si=5Qrqgk7wGQO6gBlk

Here’s a link that Windsurfed1 also did… (I believe he’s on this forum too)…

https://youtu.be/5C38bwleXqg?si=PAeazkdM-OVKdKSc

I will attach some pics too.

-Brett

windsurfed · Jan 14, 2024

14TG said:
This evening I just ordered a Trike Mid Step.

At first I was hesitant because it does look slightly different and “out of the norm” from the typical what the eyes are used to seeing…. But the more I kept looking, and videos of the install of what I’ve found, it quickly grew onto to me.

I do notice (and mentioned in one video I saw) is a slight loss of ground clearance, which I personally don’t see a huge issue there ….. And although it looks close, it does not appear to be blocking any of the oil drain plugs. I can say I’m really excited for this add-on and really looks like it’s going to be quite convenient.

I will be putting on matching floor boards too.

I would like to hear anyone else’s opinions, thoughts and/or input including Pros or Cons including their experience with the Trike Mid Step.

Thanks,

Brett

You will love them and wonder why they don't put such a thing on OEM bikes. Yes, you lose a bit of undercarrage clearance. I have never scraped on any speed bumps I have ever ridden over. I am careful though and aware of the less clearance. I go off road sometime on gravel roads and don't even think about it. I am aware of it when I go over speed bumps and that's really the only time I think about it.

14TG · Jan 14, 2024

windsurfed said:
You will love them and wonder why they don't put such a thing on OEM bikes. Yes, you lose a bit of undercarrage clearance. I have never scraped on any speed bumps I have ever ridden over. I am careful though and aware of the less clearance. I go off road sometime on gravel roads and don't even think about it. I am aware of it when I go over speed bumps and that's really the only time I think about it.

Hi Chuck!

Thank you for your reply… I appreciate your input. I really love your in-depth videos too!

- Brett

Jarhead1775 · Jan 14, 2024

I've got to go against the grain on this one. IMO which doesn't mean much, the trikes are beautiful, but the third floorboard just seems to be a bit too much.

hardwickbv · Jan 14, 2024

I have the mid step on my 17 TG with the aluminum boards that you can order them with.

I wondered if I would use them and bought them for my wife to get on and off easier since she has short legs.

Now I use them all the time and wonder why I hadn't got them sooner and she hasn't bought into them yet.

Bob

wlivin2 · Jan 14, 2024

I like the idea with bad hips like mine it would help me

Casper · Jan 14, 2024

Had a set on my 17, will be putting a set on my 24…I love them.

anyone have some and don’t like them, I’m a buyer

Notgrownup · Jan 15, 2024

It’s nice but I have a hard time getting over the price.

Trampas · Jan 15, 2024

I have heard if you have a J&S trike jack, you can't use it with the mid step, just what I have heard, I'm sure that is the same with all trike jacks but I don't know for sure, maybe somebody will chime in and say before someone spends alot of money on these, I use the front floorboard to get on my trike with no problem, if I had the mid step it might be easier but for now I will stay the way I am.

All for now Trampas

FirstTrike · Jan 15, 2024

Trampas said:
I have heard if you have a J&S trike jack, you can't use it with the mid step, just what I have heard, I'm sure that is the same with all trike jacks but I don't know for sure, maybe somebody will chime in and say before someone spends alot of money on these, I use the front floorboard to get on my trike with no problem, if I had the mid step it might be easier but for now I will stay the way I am.

All for now Trampas

I have the J&S trike jack and also the mid step. No problem with using the jack with the mid step. Love the mid step for getting on and off the trike.

14TG · Jan 15, 2024

Notgrownup said:
It’s nice but I have a hard time getting over the price.

Oh Yes, it definitely it not cheap, that’s for sure.

it does seem robust (500# rated) and made in the USA.

(I’m sure the price has made many deter away from it too).

I probably won’t be installing it immediately as I have it all apart getting paint done to it. But I’ll definitely report back with my own personal thoughts on it.

Thanks!

windsurfed · Jan 18, 2024

14TG said:
Hi Chuck!

Thank you for your reply… I appreciate your input. I really love your in-depth videos too!

- Brett

Thanks, I just do it my way as it is said. That being said, it's probably not always the best, but it is a way.

Notgrownup · Jan 19, 2024

14TG said:
Oh Yes, it definitely it not cheap, that’s for sure.

it does seem robust (500# rated) and made in the USA.

(I’m sure the price has made many deter away from it too).

I probably won’t be installing it immediately as I have it all apart getting paint done to it. But I’ll definitely report back with my own personal thoughts on it.

Thanks!

I have some other upgrades including a tuner before I spend on that.

14TG · Jan 20, 2024

Notgrownup said:
I have some other upgrades including a tuner before I spend on that.

Totally understood…. My trike runs excellent and at this time, I’d rather add this modification verses a tuner. But thanks for your input.

Burnerboy · Jan 21, 2024

To me, it's nice cause you can move your legs (feet) in all different angles, while on a long ride...NOW you're not just sitting in one position, hours at a time.. I "think" it lessens fatigue.... (IT"S A GOOD IDEA!)

Ronnie

1/21/24

Notgrownup · Jan 21, 2024

They are nice.

14TG · Jan 22, 2024

Notgrownup said:
It’s nice but I have a hard time getting over the price.

Yes, I do agree 100%. I was certainly hesitant, but really liked the idea and I really think the wife will like and use it a lot.

it was just delivered today. I will say that the welds are real nice and a very nice gloss black powder coated finish.

I bought this trike the middle of September and got a really great deal on it. (It only has 5,800 miles on it).

I always customize my bikes and this is no different. All body parts are currently at the paint shop and it will be painted HOK (House Of Kolor) Candy Brandywine.

I have many parts, accessories and mods that I budgeted on this build, this Mid Step was added more for the wife.

The nice thing about the Mid Step is that it is very nice quality and made in the USA.

There is NO doubt this is overpriced for what it is. I’m certain if the price was lower, they would sell more. (JMO).

- Brett

Notgrownup · Jan 23, 2024

14TG said:
Yes, I do agree 100%. I was certainly hesitant, but really liked the idea and I really think the wife will like and use it a lot.

it was just delivered today. I will say that the welds are real nice and a very nice gloss black powder coated finish.

I bought this trike the middle of September and got a really great deal on it. (It only has 5,800 miles on it).

I always customize my bikes and this is no different. All body parts are currently at the paint shop and it will be painted HOK (House Of Kolor) Candy Brandywine.

I have many parts, accessories and mods that I budgeted on this build, this Mid Step was added more for the wife.

The nice thing about the Mid Step is that it is very nice quality and made in the USA.

There is NO doubt this is overpriced for what it is. I’m certain if the price was lower, they would sell more. (JMO).

- Brett

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I’ve seen one in person and they are top notch built. Mrs Notgrownup seems to like it … I will probably end up with one like the sucker that I am. Just pacing myself. That color should pop like a diamond ….Looking forward to seeing it…my 21 has just over 2500 miles. I bought it last September with 1900 miles on it… Garage queen for sure. The tuner and decatting is mostly for heat management. My warranty is out and I now have an Extended one from Jim Palmer. Good luck on your mods. Looks like fun.