Corners

[AMRose]

I bought my 2009 Trike July of 2017. I got my motorcycle license same time. I'm finding corners/turns are a challenge for me. Is this normal? I have to slow down generally to the "suggested" speed limit that are up right before any corners/sharp turns. It puts pressure on me when I'm with bikes because I know they enjoy going thru these much faster then I can take them. Just wondering if I'll be able to take these faster once I'm more conditioned or if this is the norm of trikes. I guess one of my concerns is tipping over if I go into them too fast or losing control. Would appreciate any feedback from anyone! Thank you. I My trike !!

 

[1dn5up]

You won't flip over unless you drop a wheel off the pavement. You can keep up with 2 wheelers, power out of the apex, and upper body strength is a plus. Once ya feel comfortable, ride it like ya stole it. Just remember, you have rear fenders sticking out orag:

Oh yeah forgot ; Welcome.

Other recommendations to follow >>>>

 

[rhino 2]

Welcome to Trike-Talk.......:wave4:

And about those corners.... Don't worry about the other people, Ride your own ride, eventually you'll gain experience ....And ride with confidence... And go though the corners with the best of them....Just don't rush it....

Have fun and post often....ThumbUp

 

[Ezjerry]

Welcome to TT. It will get easier as you learn. It is almost impossible to turn over a trike. Some people say you can take a curve faster on a trike than 2 wheels. I can't and don't want to, but I can keep up with most people, I started riding 4 years ago.

Good luck and have fun and always be safe.

 

[David357]

Hey Ann Marie,

:welcome: to Trike Talk from South Florida.:wave4:

Enjoy the ride and keep a relaxed grip.ThumbUp

 

[AMRose]

Wow thanks for your replies !! And you made me feel so welcomed on here. I've met a lot of trike haters. And I don't get it bc there's so many trikes out on the road! I get that everyone has a right to their option but Jeesh. I'm glad I found this place to come to! Thanks for being there everyone. I'll keep riding to gain the experience and of course for the fun! Thanks again!!

 

[LadyonaMission]

Welcome from San Antonio, Texas. Maybe you can locate some TT members in your area to ride with and learn from. I have met up with members from other states that were visiting Texas to ride with and have made many new friends.

Just remember, don't let anyone intimidate you into trying to keep up with them because you are the only person responsible for your safety. I bought a 4 pack of little orange cones from a sporting goods store to practice sharp turns in a parking lot so I didn't have to worry about running my rear fenders into a concrete light pole or curb.

Have fun and enjoy the summer.

 

[ol' school]

Welcome to Trike Talk Anne Marie!

You aren't going to flip over. Trikes are a stable ride. I ride with two wheelers most of the time and keep up and sometimes even out corner them. I downshift and brake before entering the corner just like riding on two wheels. Just as I get to the corner I lean into the corner allowing my outside arm to go locked straight. Then as I enter the corner I start to sit back up straight keeping my outside arm locked straight which causes my whole upper body to push (turn) the handlebars into the corner. Doing it that way allows you to turn easier with less push/pull. It doesn't tire you out as much and once you get on to it you can corner much faster with ease.

Ride with a relaxed grip and take your time and get used to your trike. The more you ride it the more comfortable you will get.

Also check out this thread in the "TrikeTalk's Featured Threads" section tieard tbe bottom of the main forum page... Making The Switch - Bike to Trike - Great Info!

 

[AMRose]

Thank you!!

 

[Gorilla]

welcome aboard all the info has been given. After you get miles under you you will run right over those 2 wheelers

 

[desertclassic]

Welcome from New Mexico. As you ride it will get better. Jim

 

[pcombe]

I bought my 2009 Trike July of 2017. I got my motorcycle license same time. I'm finding corners/turns are a challenge for me. Is this normal? I have to slow down generally to the "suggested" speed limit that are up right before any corners/sharp turns. It puts pressure on me when I'm with bikes because I know they enjoy going thru these much faster then I can take them. Just wondering if I'll be able to take these faster once I'm more conditioned or if this is the norm of trikes. I guess one of my concerns is tipping over if I go into them too fast or losing control. Would appreciate any feedback from anyone! Thank you. I My trike !!

There is a learning curve.

Steering a trike is an exercise in push/pull, To be more comfortable and master cornering learn to lock the elbow your pushing with it takes the strain of the arms by using your shoulders and upper body to steer.

Learn to look through the corner instead of closer to the trike for a more smooth cornering on the highway.

In a sharp turn learn to shift your butt on the seat if need be so you can plant your foot more firmly on the floorboard, It will take away that feeling of tipping over. Centrifugal force is more easily handled. Much the way of riding a snowmobile?

 

[Zammy]

Hi Anne Marie and welcome to the forums from Florida. Take your time, it is a learning curve but as the miles accumulate you will be surprised how well it handles.

 

[Burnerboy]

I'm also new too triking, [1.5 months on 3 only] BUT I have to say that I actually enjoy three wheels better then two (I rode 2 wheels for 50 years B4 going to 3)

Yes it does take a bit of a change, switching from 2 to 3 BUT if I read your post correctly, your new to riding totally so you will not have to change your riding style, what's so ever, which should be easier then if you rode on two for years like many of us have....

O' I see your from the Lake George area! I was in your back yard last week during Americade week!

I also found it kinda awkward at first going around corners fast, I also slowed right on down before a turn, BUT the more I rode, the "funner" it got to see how fast I can make that corner, now it's all "yepp pee" every corner...

I actually asked the exact same question that you did to this "board of experts", and "they" all gave me the same answers that we all gave to you..:clapping:The more you ride the "funn'rrrrr it get's..

Friday I'm leaving for the tail of the Dragon road in Tenn.. (looking forward to that ride)

Next month, please report back to us and let us see how well your doing ok?

Ronnie

 

[Tricycleman]

One corner to the other corner

All answers are great info.

I've been riding trikes for 35 years and one of the things that you can learn is treated it someone like a car. First D accelerate before coming into the corner accelerate through the corner also coming to the corner get close to the center line and then cut yourself down inside of the corner as you come out.