New to trikes so I hope this helps others new to trikes in settling anxiety
Smile factor: I wasn't smiling that much since i was staying focused on the road but it brought smiles on other folks. PLAN ON SMILING NEXT 100 MILES>
Fun Factor: It was more fun than being in my cage and I hate to admit it more fun than my 2 wheeled machine.
Stress Factor: Felt more secure and so did my better half ( she really felt more comfortable and almost fell asleep back there)
Handling: Takes getting used to especially as you go into a turn. Normal response is to accelerate and not brake as you come out of the turn. I found you need to do the opposite due to G forces wanting to throw you off.
SO take it easy till one gets used to the physics.
Braking: Front brake works fine but rear brakes needed a little more pressure. Have not tested a lock up situation. Will try this in a parking lot after I brake in brakes more.
Acceleration: As I got used to characteristics I was able to get off line with smooth throttle response. Plenty of power for now. NO mountain ranges to test out a fully loaded condition yet.
Fit and Finish: This is by far the nicest paint job I have seen come out of the factory. The color is BIG BLUE PEARL and when the sun hits it WOW. Problem is we have not had much sun. So far everything works just fine.
Engine sound: From what i have read from other posts i will let her break in before doing exhaust mods. Sound is nice and smooth for now.
Heat issues: Air temp on Long Island, NY is a balmy 60 degrees. So, hard to tell what will happen when it is 90 and in NYC traffic coming home from a ride outside of the Tri state area. But it did get hot enough for the rear cyclinder to shut down so the engine can cool off. Worked OK for now. TBD.
Modifications to date: Will update later, tired of typing for now
It is raining here for the next couple of days but the weekend is looking great so will continue to update with more miles and smiles!
Smile factor: I wasn't smiling that much since i was staying focused on the road but it brought smiles on other folks. PLAN ON SMILING NEXT 100 MILES>
Fun Factor: It was more fun than being in my cage and I hate to admit it more fun than my 2 wheeled machine.
Stress Factor: Felt more secure and so did my better half ( she really felt more comfortable and almost fell asleep back there)
Handling: Takes getting used to especially as you go into a turn. Normal response is to accelerate and not brake as you come out of the turn. I found you need to do the opposite due to G forces wanting to throw you off.
SO take it easy till one gets used to the physics.
Braking: Front brake works fine but rear brakes needed a little more pressure. Have not tested a lock up situation. Will try this in a parking lot after I brake in brakes more.
Acceleration: As I got used to characteristics I was able to get off line with smooth throttle response. Plenty of power for now. NO mountain ranges to test out a fully loaded condition yet.
Fit and Finish: This is by far the nicest paint job I have seen come out of the factory. The color is BIG BLUE PEARL and when the sun hits it WOW. Problem is we have not had much sun. So far everything works just fine.
Engine sound: From what i have read from other posts i will let her break in before doing exhaust mods. Sound is nice and smooth for now.
Heat issues: Air temp on Long Island, NY is a balmy 60 degrees. So, hard to tell what will happen when it is 90 and in NYC traffic coming home from a ride outside of the Tri state area. But it did get hot enough for the rear cyclinder to shut down so the engine can cool off. Worked OK for now. TBD.
Modifications to date: Will update later, tired of typing for now
It is raining here for the next couple of days but the weekend is looking great so will continue to update with more miles and smiles!
