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Item Details
Greenspeed Recumbent Trikes
ILC Reference NO 51:61:007
Item sourced from ILC QLD database
Short Description
A range of three wheeled, foot propelled recumbent tricycles. The bicyles are available in a range of styles including folding, touring, sports and rail trikes. There is one tandem model available. The trikes are suitable for adults only. Accessories and customisation is available.
Price Guide
Refer to supplier details for pricing.
More Details
FRAME: Chrome Molly 4130 tubing.
SEAT: seats vary from model to model. Most are a mesh hammock style seat.
WHEELS: wheels vary in diameter and tyre tread from model to model.
BRAKES: Twin Sachs VT 70mm Drums.
METHOD OF USE: The individual sits on the trike in a recumbent position (sitting low to the ground with their back supported by the mesh in a semi-reclined position). The trike is propelled by pedalling throgh the legs as per any other bike but in a "lying" position. The hands hold to vertical bars near the front wheels which are used to steer the trike, apply the brakes, and change the gears (via the thumbs).
COMMENTS:
Recumbent position supports the whole body, allows greater power through the pedals, and cuts down air resistence (less effort required compared to conventional bike).
Very stable (which also eliminates the danger of going over the handle bars compared to conventional bikes).
Can be difficult to get on/off the trike.
Because the trike is low to the ground it may be difficult for other vehicles to see it (though it is supplied with a safety flag and no major problems have been reported by users).
Models
Models available as follows
Folding (GT3, GT5, X3, X5) - recumbent trikes which can be folded for easy transport
Delta Anura Trike - a non folding trike with a higher seat which makes for easier exit and entry.
Touring Trikes - can be dismantled for transport. Have a luggage hold - designed for road trips. One tandem model is available.
Sports Trikes - designed for competitive sports.
Rail - the seat rests on small castors and rails for a smoother ride (no direct contact with the ground surface)
Options
* Sachs Power Disc Hydraulic brakes
* S&S; Machine Bicycle Torque Coulings [travel option]
* Schlumpf "mountain-drive" two speed B/B
* Integral Heavy Duty Chrome Molly 4130 Rack
* Special bunyip Recumbent Pannier Bags
* Lightweight 20 x 1 1/8" wheels, [save 1kg]
* Union Lighting set [battery or dynamo]
*Cyclecomputer Sigma BC 700 [seven functions]
* Ride-on Brake cables [Gore-tex lined low friction
* Other gear ratios
Dimensions
Anura
Seat Height....................................... 430 mm
Folding
Seat Height....................................... From 240 mm to 250 mm
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 120 kg
Sports
Seat Height....................................... From 100 mm to 250 mm
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 120 kg
Touring
Seat Height....................................... From 250 mm to 300 mm
Load Capacity (supplier stated)................... 158 kg
Warranty
10 year warranty on frame
Standards
For some types of equipment, specific Australian Standards are applicable to the materials used in, and the manufacturing and installation of products. Compliance with relevant Standards is indicated by written certification that a product has been tested and assessed as compliant with specified Australian Standards. Purchasers are advised to check with the supplier or manufacturer of an item as to its compliance with the relevant Australian Standard(s).
Place Of Manufacture
Australia
Display Item On Loan From
Not on display
Supplier Information - click to supplier for contacts details
EPIC CYCLES,
PADDINGTON, QLD
GREENSPEED,
FERNTREE GULLY, VIC
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