trike kit for a vn900

[minnleeboy]

I have a 2010 Kawasaki VN900 Classic LT that I am thinking of putting a trike kit on. I would like to hear from anyone who has done this. What type of kit the put on, how do they rate it etc: I just received an e-mail from Trigg Trike kits that I am interested in because it offers a reverse kit for my bike. My story is much the same as others my age. I am 66 years old, fell and broke my hip, have three screws in it now, and I am having trouble supporting the weight on that side. Thanks for any help and info you can provide.<br />
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Lee

 

[KDHUFF]

I am sure others can answer this better, BUT, I have a 2007 vn900 classic Lt. I think you would lose a lot of power with a trike kit. I rode my 900 on a short (300 mile) trip.
and was disapointed in the ride. comfort and power was truly lacking.The gearing is not what I would call the best for long trips at interstate speed. not to say it would be different for you, everyone has a different idea of whats a good ride. I have 2 bulging discs so that does not help in the comfort level. I bought the bike to ride back and forth to work to save gas.for that it's a good bike.If I were to upgrade the seat and other stuff, it may be better, that that defeats saving money.

 

[minnleeboy]

I have a Mustang seat with back rest and have installed the Scootworks front pulley to lower the RPM'S at highway speed. So I am not too concerned about that. Anyone have any more info.<br />
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Lee

 

[KDHUFF]

where did you get that stuff, I was told it was not available for the 900

 

[minnleeboy]

The pulley and onthe parts are available at scootworks.com.

 

[KDHUFF]

thanks! I will check it out

 

[Bob Witte]

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<div class="message">I have a 2010 Kawasaki VN900 Classic LT that I am thinking of putting a trike kit on. I would like to hear from anyone who has done this. What type of kit the put on, how do they rate it etc: I just received an e-mail from Trigg Trike kits that I am interested in because it offers a reverse kit for my bike. My story is much the same as others my age. I am 66 years old, fell and broke my hip, have three screws in it now, and I am having trouble supporting the weight on that side. Thanks for any help and info you can provide.<br />
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Lee</div>

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</div>Hi Lee:<br />
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I know from whence you cometh -- I'm 66 as well, and the reason I got into the trike business was a desire to come back to riding after a 38 year absence, and a set of really bad knees!! And since you asked.......<br />
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True, to get the stability you want on your VN900, until recently your only marketplace option has been one of the Trig style "outrigger" systems (aka "training wheels"). And although Lehman just announced Kawa 900 "concept" vehicle, no availibility date was apparently forthcoming. Therefore if you want to buy a <i>true trike </i>conversion for your VN900 right now, I believe that our Trinity Trike system is perhaps not just your only option, in any case, it is your best option! <br />
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We've done a number of various softail bikes including the immediate predecessor to your VN900, the venerable 800cc Vulcan:<br />
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<img src="http://thetrinitytrike.com/cruiser/Vulcan/full02.jpg" border="0" alt="" /><br />
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Several more shots are available here: <a href="http://www.thetrinitytrike.com/cruiser/Vulcan/index1.html" target="_blank">http://www.thetrinitytrike.com/cruis...an/index1.html</a><br />
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And be advised, our newly designed electric reverse will work on the VN900 as well.

So feel free to get in touch with me if you'd more detailed information.<br />
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<b>Bob Witte, President<br />
<a href="http://www.TheTrinityTrike.com" target="_blank">The Trinity Trike</a><br />
</b>

 

[KDHUFF]

that actually looks pretty good.

 

[Bob Witte]

that actually looks pretty good.

And rides even better than it looks!! ThumbUp

Bob Witte
The Trinity Trike

 

[Lee H. Mann]

I am sure others can answer this better, BUT, I have a 2007 vn900 classic Lt. I think you would lose a lot of power with a trike kit. I rode my 900 on a short (300 mile) trip.
and was disapointed in the ride. comfort and power was truly lacking.The gearing is not what I would call the best for long trips at interstate speed. not to say it would be different for you, everyone has a different idea of whats a good ride. I have 2 bulging discs so that does not help in the comfort level. I bought the bike to ride back and forth to work to save gas.for that it's a good bike.If I were to upgrade the seat and other stuff, it may be better, that that defeats saving money.

Lehman Storm will make its debut in April.......
Lehman Trikes conversions and kits for Harley Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Victory Motorcycles

 

[lazor1]

i have a lehman storm and it has plenty of power and steers very easy.
but they won't trike your own 900. only new from their factory.still if looking for a trike in the 15,000 to 18,000 range with smooth ride and easy steering it may be the way to go

 

[gwnut]

Hey Guys, We also have the new Storm,and love it. Just bought it this fall andhave put about 1600 miles on it. Low miles are due to the pass seat. It is not comfortable and the wife is finished riding @ about 100 miles and that is with a 30 minute break @ 50 miles!! Weare looking for a replacement seat but am trying to be cautious as they are not normally returnable. The bike has plenty of power and for me is very comfortable. I can't believe how great they handle. I've scared myself a couple of times in the twisties, but the bike has stayed rock solid. This bike is a very basic trike, If you need the comfort and ammenties of a Full Dresser, for get it!! Bill

 

[TallBrad]

I'm just at 600 miles on my new Lehman Storm, and can also testify that it is a great trike. It is replacing my "intro" ride which was a CFMoto V3 that I installed one of Bob Witte's Trinity conversions on. If you want to do a conversion to a Vulcan that you already have, I would recommend the Trinty unit...they are well engineered and just about bullet proof.

Gwnut, I too hated the hard stock seat and very quickly replaced it with the Kawasaki gell seat.....the other aftermarket seats were more costly than I could afford. The gell seat at first also seems hard, but after about 100 miles it has broken in very well and is many more time comfortable than the stock unit. Plus, the gell seat has a deeper "saddle" and a taller rear lip for the driver to butt up against.

 

[gwnut]

TallBrad, Thanks for the reply! How is the Pass seat on the Gel ?? My wife is a fairly big gal and the stock seat is a killer for her. I would guess the the biggest problem is cheek support, or lack of.... Sure wish there was a way to sit on these new seats before you buy. They are way to expensive to make a mistake. I hope these Storms get to be more popular so that we can get more accessories !!!!!!! Bill

 

[TallBrad]

gwnut,

I just did a couple of quick measurements on the passenger pad, hopes this helps you. The fore/aft measurement on both seats is 11 in. from the grab strap back to the aft edge. Pad thickness is 3 in. on the stock unit and 4 in. on the gel seat. Pad width is 9-9 1/2 in. for the stock unit....the gel seat is 13 in. wide for the aftmost 7 or 8 inches, and the fore section necks down to 10 in. in the area where the upper thighs would contact. ( sort of an hourglass shape when viewed from the top ) None of these differences are really visable from the photos you see in the advertising materials. Oh yeah, I had mentioned that the drivers section of the gell seat had a deeper "saddle"....the aft "wall" is 9 in. tall from the seating surface to its top, with a rearward slope. I find that to be much more comfortable and supporting than what the stock seat gives.

 

[gwnut]

TallBrad,
Thank you for taking the time to get these measurments. The difference sounds as if we would be heading in the right direction. Just wish I could have her sit on a couple of different seats before we buy! Thanks again....Bill