Another triker here

[Carbon_One]

Ok folks I'm officially a triker now. Today was the day I finished up this long project.
Before I describe what I've done I'd like to thank JerryM, Bikenut, and whom ever else I've gleaned info from on trikes. Thanks guys for the info and insight. :clap2:
Second I'd like to thank Tri-Wing from who I bought my trike kit. They are imo a first class company who've answered many of my questions before and after the sale. I also had the chance to see what their customer service was like when I happened to have a leaking air bag. Darlene promptly took matters in hand to resolve the issue. :thumbsup2:

Here's a quick run down on the project. First on the agenda was to remove damaged parts and determine what had to be replaced from my accident back in August. Then it was time to order replacement parts as well as make the decision to convert the ride to a three wheeler. From there it was ordering parts. Over a period of time parts came in so I dived into this project installing the trike frame and preparing the body to my liking.
Besides the trike install I also had the trees raked by Steer-Rite, added in a set of Sonic fork springs, and mounted up a set of Flanders pullbacks along with the longer brake & throttle cables.

Attached below are a few pics as the project progressed. Enjoy. Any one with questions I'll be happy to pass along whatever knowledge I gain doing this project.
Larry
PS: I'll post back later here on the results of my road tests. Also get some better quality pics.

[kbran]

:sign kewl::1hotsht:Looks great Larry.
I like it.

[DragonRider]

Larry, I never thought that the bike we picked up after your accident last year would ever be the same again, but I have to say, that is one fine looking machine you have built. You have done a great job in transforming that torn up bike into a beautiful showpeice..............

Congratulations............awesome.........fantast ic........if it rides half as good as it looks you got a real winner on your hands........cant wait to see it first hand...............

[calperin]

Larry,

Amazing, excelent job. Now, no more accidents please if you want to modify your bike, go for another excuses to do it....

Regards,

Carlos

:rotf::rotf::rotf:

[Gary N.]

Way to go Larry, anxious to see it up close.

[Redneck]

Awesome that is one nice looking trike I hope it rides as good as it looks.

[Skid]

Very nice, I'm looking forward to seeing in up close....:thumbsup2:

[MamaMo]

Welcome to the more than 2 wheels riders group here at venturerider.org. Love the trike. I was like Dragonrider looks alot different than the wrecked bike. These are the pics of the same bike below after it was put on the trailer at vogel. GREAT JOB CARBON_ONE:cool10: Here's to many years with the Black Beauty. One question how does you wife like the new ride?

Hope my 99 looks as good with a new paint job:fingers-crossed-emo

[Lone Eagle]

Wow, great job - that is sweet. Enjoy many miles on that bike.

[Only1Magnum]

:rotf:IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII....................L ike It!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Yammer Dan]

NICE!!

[spear]

IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII....................Love It!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Congratulations on a fine looking machine.
Love to do it one day, but - - - -

[Cougar]

Very Very Nice !:)

[Eddie]

Larry that looks bad a$$. Hope to see it soon.

[Sweetnothing]

Larry,
it looks GREAT:cool10: Hope to be able to see it in person real soon. I for one, hope it rides better than it looks, and that would be AWESOME. Great job as usual:bighug:

[Brake Pad]

I would'nt have the Guts to do something like them on my own.
Way to go !!!!!!!!

[Squidley]

WOW!

That is beautiful, I can't wait to see it Bud :happy34:

[FROG MAN]

Awesome trike. Now you can ride,tow,etc. with confidence. What a conversation piece.:cool10::cool10:

[Freebird]

Absolutely beautiful Larry. I'm proud of you and very happy for you. I don't think I'm ready to do a trike yet but that sure makes me want to consider it. :)

[Condor]

WOW!!!!!! :clap2:

[Marcarl]

SOOooo are you open for offers or is there a set price?????I mean why post the pictures, you trying to get us all jealous????????

[bikenut]

Hi Larry
That is one sweet looking ride now. You did a great job on the trike conversion and now you have the pride to say you did it yourself. Great Job. I am glad I could help you out with some of your questions.
Ride safe
Bikenut

[Jerry M]

Larry
That is a great looking trike,you did a good job with it.I am looking forward to seeing you at Don's maint. day.I know you will enjoy your ride,I like mine more every time I get on it.Thanks for sharing your pictures and the work you did.I am glad I could help in anyway I could with your questions.Jerry M

[BradT]

Larry Very nice, congrats on a fine job. I am sure we will see you and the bike this summer.

Brad

[Carbon_One]

Thanks for all the comments guys. Managed to put on about 75 miles today and I like what I'm seeing so far. Sure it's a different ride compared to a stock RSV on two wheels but was excepted before even attemping this project. Anyhow there's always pros & cons to anything that changes a basic machine.
Later, Larry

[star4772]

Hey Larry WOW what a sweet ride it turned out to be, that looks awsome hope to see it soon. Enjoy

Joe

[dray]

Now thats sharp! Larry thats one sweet ride I love it!



Great job

Dray

[SteveW]

Really Great Job !!!!! Thats one Sweet Ride Larry
:sign outstanding::ice_congrats-vi6886

[millenium triker]

I also have A triwing trike just bought it used and just joined this web site.I love it and I know you will to.

[friesman1]

that looks absolutely fantastic!!!!!!! good job!!!! You really didnt need an excuse like dropping it to do that to your scoot!

Brian

[Eck]

You did a great job on it Larry.

You should be proud of yourself for such an accomplishment..!!!!.. Very nice!! :thumbsup2:

[BigBoyinMS]

OOOOO! I like!

And you DO have 2 car tires on your Venture! :thumbsup2:

[Carbon_One]

I also have A triwing trike just bought it used and just joined this web site.I love it and I know you will to.

Hey I see you're not far from me. We'll have to get together sometime before bad weather hits us. I've put over 11,000 miles on it so far this summer. 99% was two up as well. Love it.

that looks absolutely fantastic!!!!!!! good job!!!! You really didnt need an excuse like dropping it to do that to your scoot!

Brian
Ya you're right there. Could of done without the pain of healing and the hit on the ole wallet

You did a great job on it Larry.

You should be proud of yourself for such an accomplishment..!!!!.. Very nice!! :thumbsup2:
Thanks Eck. Nice as it is I'll be tweaking it just a little this winter.

And you DO have 2 car tires on your Venture! :thumbsup2:
Gotta love them big azz c/t's hey?
Larry

[long_black_train]

Hi Carbon One...I've just bought a Tri-Wing kit...awaiting shipment...One (MAJOR) concern I have is POWER TO WEIGHT RATIO...Is there any news floating out there as how to pump the power up a bit???...and will the REVERSE project I've read about here on the forum work???...Thank You....long_black_train

[dogman]

Fantastic job you did.

Congratulations and enjoy the heck out of it now.

[WHOOMP]

very nice!!:thumbsup2:

[Aussie Annie]

AWESOME............May you enjoy many miles on your new machine:thumbsup2::clap2::clap2::clap2: