Rear Bumper ?

[barnabus]

Im having my first trike built and at the moment have a nerf bumper on the list to be installed.How many of you have these on your trikes and why? Are they useful or just for looks?

 

[RRSCOTT]

Yes!

 

[Tip Schwartzbeck]

I made one for my Hannigan trike.Doesn't take much to mess up the fiberglass while backing up.Also looks nice.
Enjoy - and ride safe!
Tip

 

[Fire-Hound]

I as well have one on my TG and it is a lifesaver. I cannot count how close I have come to backing the bike up into a curb or post and hit the bumper backing up, and at quick glance I would have cracked the fiberglass if the bumper was not there. It is so hard to tell while backing up if the rear would touch anything.

 

[Paul_Trike]

Mine did not have one on it when I got the trike but was of the things I added first. I did it because I park the smart car behind it in the garage and just feared cracking the fiberglass if I pulled up to far.

P.S.

It looks sharp too

 

[tryker55]

In my experience with regards to backing up in parking spots with curbs or other higher objects,put on a trailer hitch. I had this installed for this reason,after 2 years of riding the hitch has saved me from damage before the cosmetic bumper. To me the are good for finishing looks to your trike,and to place extra lights.Many times the bumpers are to high for a curb.It is very easy to misjudge the distance while backing up your trike.I am no expert,just giving you my experience. Good luck in triking,it is the best way to ride.

 

[rgw5944]

Would you share information on how to make one and/or where you bought the bumper you have installed on your trike?

Thanks

Ron

 

[karrot*top]

Would you share information on how to make one and/or where you bought the bumper you have installed on your trike?

Thanks

Ron

Champion does not make a bumper. I also wpold like info. Thank you

 

[Lucky]

Im having my first trike built and at the moment have a nerf bumper on the list to be installed.How many of you have these on your trikes and why? Are they useful or just for looks?

I have one on Pearl II. I think to answer your ? both. I like the look and protection. RIDE SAFE

 

[Craigatcsi]

I made one for my Hannigan trike.Doesn't take much to mess up the fiberglass while backing up.Also looks nice.
Enjoy - and ride safe!
Tip

Please post a Pic of your Bumper. I have thought of having one made but have no clue.

 

[trikerAL]

Made mine from a length stainless then polished.Its saved the fibreglass,reversing on a number of occasions.

 

[scribe5]

I bought this and hooked it up to the brake light wires for a trailer. I later put brighter leds on it and also a brake flasher. It's saved the back end a few times from high curbs. I bought the black one because it fits the color of the trike but also it scraped, I could paint it rather than have scratched chrome rust. I had to get an adapter because the bumper is 2 inches...but that worked out well so it sticks out the exact amount needed.

http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B006PPM6CO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[dirtdobber]

Hey tip how bout some photos. I got one started and still figuring how to fasten the mount to the trike.

 

[karrot*top]

I bought this and hooked it up to the brake light wires for a trailer. I later put brighter leds on it and also a brake flasher. It's saved the back end a few times from high curbs. I bought the black one because it fits the color of the trike but also it scraped, I could paint it rather than have scratched chrome rust. I had to get an adapter because the bumper is 2 inches...but that worked out well so it sticks out the exact amount needed.

Sounds like the 36" could work as a bumper..

 

[karrot*top]

Hi: I'm looking at a Rhino HitchStep for Trucks. It is 36in wide and looks strong. Any ideas guys?orag:

 

[Craigatcsi]

Hi: I'm looking at a Rhino HitchStep for Trucks. It is 36in wide and looks strong. Any ideas guys?orag:

Now this one looks like it will fit the bill.

Though, I wonder if the tubing would look too thick. Or, if it is too wide for the fender tips.

 

[SMSgt]

Mine did not have one on it when I got the trike but was of the things I added first. I did it because I park the smart car behind it in the garage and just feared cracking the fiberglass if I pulled up to far.

P.S.

It looks sharp too

If your car was all that smart it wouldn't get too close:laugh::laugh::laugh:
I have one on mine because I thought they looked good, I saw one on a TG and like it.
While on Run For The Wall a couple of years some smart a$$ decided it was fun to bump up against the back of my trike. I don't know if he would have done the same thing without the bumper but being the kind of guy he was he probably would have bumped me anyway. I think it was well worth the money.

 

[Rollin Thunder]

Had mine instaleed before it left the dealership. YES it looks good. And I hope I never have to use it. But why take that chance !

 

[The Captain]

I have the nerf bumper on my Roadsmith/Goldwing trike. They are good for the light bump into something plus they look great.