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Three Wheel Motorcycles

Three wheel motorcycles have been around since the 1900s. From towing cars to the garage for repairs to lugging around ice cream for sale, three wheel motorcycles were a part of the motorcycling landscape for a long time. Their appeal has endured the test of time and now they are enjoying a well-deserved comeback in recreational three wheel motorcycling.

The three wheeled motorcycles of yesterday might have begun life as service vehicles, but they are evolving into popular mainstream motorcycle unlike other fad bikes from earlier decades, most of today’s available three wheelers incorporate the additional wheel at the front, However, prior models placed them in the back. Modern trikes as they are also called are mostly two wheel motorcycles that have been converted.

Converting a two wheeled motorcycle to a three wheeler was frequently the main method the older or disabled rider could continue riding. A touring motorcycle can weigh in the area of a thousand pounds. By incorporating a third wheel, a rider did not have to support that weight, leaving the window for riding open longer for these riders. Smaller riders also benefit from three wheel motorcycles.

Three wheeled motorcycles are more stable under adverse driving conditions such as poor weather. Admittedly riding in slick, snowy weather is not a good idea with a two wheeled motorcycle. However, the addition of the third wheel provides additional support and traction to keep going.

With a three wheel conversion kit you could potentially add extra storage space to your bike. By enclosing the rear axle in a trunk like fashion, you can finish with a trailer hitch. Conversion equipment could completely replace the drive wheel of the motorcycle or be mounted to the motorcycle similar to training wheels on a bicycle. Normally an independent rear suspension assembly or solid axle would replace the rear or drive wheel of the motorcycle. This setup drives both rear tires and provides better traction in all but the most severe weather conditions. You could then ride all year long if that's your wish.

Production three wheel motorcycles basically use a two front wheel setup. The new design dual front wheels are touted as capable of improved handling more so than double rear wheels while at the same time providing the same stability.

Three wheel motorcycles conversion kits starts at almost four thousand dollars and can tip the scale at fifteen thousand dollars with respect to cost of installation and any options selected. Available options include custom matching of paint to your motorcycle, trailer hitches, lights, added storage and your choice of wheel and tire combinations.