Electric Tricycles? Are there any that aren't total rubbish?

[Janc]

Hi
I have a friend recovering from significant surgery who has never ridden bicycles much and loves the idea of electric but also would like the stability of a trike. Are there any out there that are not far eastern imports clearly unsuitable for the purpose ie V or cantilever brakes on something weighing 30kg! I've faile using good old Google.

Off road capability not essential. Just something simple that isn't going to be dangerous or poor quality as they are not cheap.
Thanks.

 

[R120]

There is a pretty cool recumbent one made by Icetrikes, I saw a guy on one out near me and it looked very well thought out

ICE Electric Trike - Shimano STEPs E6100 and E8000 Electric Assist Recumbent Trikes Bikes

 

[R120]

And there's also Jorvik

Electric Tricycles | Adult Tricycles | Jorvik Tricycles

 

[Janc]

There is a pretty cool recumbent one made by Icetrikes, I saw a guy on one out near me and it looked very well thought out

ICE Electric Trike - Shimano STEPs E6100 and E8000 Electric Assist Recumbent Trikes Bikes

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very nice but "ouch" for the electric prices.

 

[Janc]

And there's also Jorvik

Electric Tricycles | Adult Tricycles | Jorvik Tricycles

I found these -bit unsure about the cable braked options but their 250w fat bike looks pretty good.

Anyone tried or own one?

 

[GrahamPaul]

I would also recommend you take a look at Hase Bikes. We very nearly opted for their tandem system before buying a Santana. I'm pretty sure their e-trikes will not disappoint you.

 

[wepn]

I know this is nothing like what you’re looking for but it is an e-trike.

SSV OzPod

Not dangerous, not poor quality, not cheap, no pedals, no V brakes, doesn’t weigh 30 kg & not from the east of anywhere except Melbourne. The gnarliest, most capable thing I’ve ever seen on 3 wheels. It’s a road registrable cargo carrier but I’d like to see a commuter version - way better than a mobility scooter.

Range: 160 km / 100 miles

Speed: 50 km/h / 30 mph

Payload: 680 litres / 250 kg (rider+cargo)

Width: 100 cm
Length: 220 cm
Height: 192 cm
Battery type: Li-ion
Average drive time per charge cycle: 9 hours
Charge time: 8 hours
Max take off gradient: 32%
Max lean angle: 45%
Average stopping distance from 45km/h: 9m

 

[R120]

I know this is nothing like what you’re looking for but it is an e-trike.

SSV OzPod

Not dangerous, not poor quality, not cheap, no pedals, no V brakes, doesn’t weigh 30 kg & not from the east of anywhere except Melbourne. The gnarliest, most capable thing I’ve ever seen on 3 wheels. It’s a road registrable cargo carrier but I’d like to see a commuter version - way better than a mobility scooter.

Range: 160 km / 100 miles

Speed: 50 km/h / 30 mph

Payload: 680 litres / 250 kg (rider+cargo)

Width: 100 cm
Length: 220 cm
Height: 192 cm
Battery type: Li-ion
Average drive time per charge cycle: 9 hours
Charge time: 8 hours
Max take off gradient: 32%
Max lean angle: 45%
Average stopping distance from 45km/h: 9m

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I want one!

 

[Pdoz]

I know this is nothing like what you’re looking for but it is an e-trike.

SSV OzPod

Not dangerous, not poor quality, not cheap, no pedals, no V brakes, doesn’t weigh 30 kg & not from the east of anywhere except Melbourne. The gnarliest, most capable thing I’ve ever seen on 3 wheels. It’s a road registrable cargo carrier but I’d like to see a commuter version - way better than a mobility scooter.

Range: 160 km / 100 miles

Speed: 50 km/h / 30 mph

Payload: 680 litres / 250 kg (rider+cargo)

Width: 100 cm
Length: 220 cm
Height: 192 cm
Battery type: Li-ion
Average drive time per charge cycle: 9 hours
Charge time: 8 hours
Max take off gradient: 32%
Max lean angle: 45%
Average stopping distance from 45km/h: 9m

Built by stealth, engineered with their neighbour who KNOWS how to push the boundaries of mechanics...what could possibly go wrong? Yup, I want one too...

 

[Pdoz]

Compare and contrast...
Go ahead. Name my e-trike. I dare you!

 

[wepn]

Built by stealth, engineered with their neighbour who KNOWS how to push the boundaries of mechanics...what could possibly go wrong? Yup, I want one too...

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Maybe I'm hallucinating from the isolation but I'm almost sure I saw a mangled green tricycle under that KTM