Put THIS Between Your Leg!
Ok, seems like we’re on a roll here with some recent postings on Trikes! In a prior blog posting, we’d discussed the Cirbin V13R trike and now, we’re got TriRod Motorcycles and their unique ride. When we spoke with James Young recently at TriRod Motorcycles Inc., about their “2-1 Trike” creation (features a two wheels in front and one in rear design with Formula One race car suspension) i just couldn’t resist asking that stupid question “how does it handle though?”. Of course you can guess his response…”SUPER!“. From the video and executive summary information i’ve reviewed, i can’t imagine why anyone wouldn’t want to get their hands and legs around this vehicle! There are too many unique feature to list here. However one feature that stands out to me is that with this trike your not “sitting down in it” like a car/cage, but rather “astride it” like those of us that ride choppers like….way coooool.
As their materials read; “The vision to build an all new motorcycle with supreme race-like handling was based on pushing limits. The concept was to speak to motorcycle enthusiasts of every kind, automobile fanatics, gearheads, and generally those who like to live large. We wanted to build something so compelling that it would be absolutely undeniable.
The drive to create a machine of unparalleled handling performance led to a platform based on three wheels with two wheels up front, a wide track, low profile, and high-tech formula one type suspension. The most advanced materials were specified to keep the machine light and agile. The rider was put down low behind a v-twin engine with motorcycle handlebars and foot controls for a died-in-the-wool motorcycle cruiser riding stance and attitude. A light and rigid chassis was designed to ensure precise handling. The monster torque produced by the engine is transmitted to the road through a wide low profile rear tire.
With a working prototype and over 10 patent applications already in the works, you can bet this company and this bike will not only be turning heads but also minds (and opening some wallets) on what can be done with a 2-1 trike. They offer three models (F3 and X-Plor already rolling) and a price tag that is within reach of most consumers, as well as some creative paint and accent features. I’m just trying to figure out how i get one in my garage.
