Really thinking about ordering one of these. Seems like more of a pavement machine? Would imagine feel every bump riding on grass/dirt? Would you say definitely go with a torque converter versus standard centrifugal clutch?
I have 100 times more fun on grass and dirt with my trike than on the road. Yes you feel bumps, but it's not untolerable. I'd say it's a easier yard ride than a go kart or mini bike. Definitely go torque converter. Takes a little getting used to, but soooo much more power and speed.
This particular trike is hard to do a slow soft turn. But my newer green sfd trike has the updated redesigned frame and does low speed turns so easily. I really should do a new vid and show all the improvements they've made since this blue trike.
Looked at your videos and SFD site doesn’t explain it. How big is the gas tank and on avg how much run time or miles do you think you get out of the trike?
Gas tank is small, holds maybe a gallon. But these 212 motors don't burn fuel quick. I know I've personally rode mine into town for a parade(about 6 miles) drove it thru the parade, and rode it the 6 miles back. I still had plenty of gas left. Plus I'm sure if you called them and told them you want a bigger gas tank, they could make that happen on your trike build.
Such an awesome review! How much total shipped to you. What options did you go for on your bike? Last, how comfortable is it for long rides? How tall are you?
I believe I paid around $4400 total for it, but I've had it awhile and don't remember the exact number. I got the headlight and powdercoated wheels. The longest I've ever rode it for is about 2 hrs straight, it was awesome. But definitely takes a lot of upper body strength(heck go watch my video of ripping it on rocky trails and mudding with it lol) it's about as comfortable as any other mini machine with no suspension, i lowered the tire pressure and even took it off a lil jump. I'm 6'3" and it's super comfortable size wise.
It literally would cost you about 3200 dollars maybe more they make I'd say maybe 300-500 profit on the basemodels until you start adding on to them or get their v twins the. You could just build it your self and save 5k cause they want 7500
