Is this trike suitable for the second seat addition, or would some other model be better?
1608519
Hello - We did not add a second seat to this model. It is very sturdy - and will last a life time and you will be able to pass it on to someone else - but I don't think this model - or any model for that matter - can handle a second seat easily if you have any intention of pushing it. This is the sturdiest tricycle we found.
1676519
Putting a hub motor would differ. You'd probably be best trying a powered trailer that'd push the trike. The front wheel would spin as much as it does without. You're not gonna get better up hill with more power/speed. It's slow and easy up.But for when tired. Yea That'd be awesome. But again i'd try finding a trailer and possibly fitting it on the back of the trike and putting a motor on the trailer to push. You'd have better ability there then figuring how to removing the components for the front wheel/making more weight on the front end.
2230517
This trike is very solid, good quality, although my 22 m is still not pedaling by himself, so we push him till he learns. I think with light weight trikes you have a risk to turn over, losing the balance; this model is very stable and pedals are not too hard to push, the child just needs to be ready.
2057944
I'm 5'2". The seat does rise high. I'm not sure any trike would be good for you on sharp turns, as you are sitting down and your knees may hit the handles. If you do not plan in making sharp turns, then I think this bike would be fine.
294853
Most likely not. The seat is moveable but it's a pretty large trike. I'd wait a year.
400268
I wouldn't recommend it, as it is unlikely two riders together will total under the maximum 220# for which this is rated. Plus, the training wheels are pretty far back on the bike to help the front rider stay vertical. Consider a tandem trike instead, if you can afford one. We have, and like, the Terratrike Rover Tandem.
2033294
I'm not sure... I just got rid of my Trikke (couldn't sell it - actually gave it away). You really should test one first, if possible, to see if you like it. They're REALLY hard to ride. I didn't enjoy it. But, that's me. Good luck.
1995225
I wouldn't think so, it is a basic two-bike carrier. I'd like to try putting my tandem bike on it even though it says no tandems. But two trikes... I think you'll have to contact the trike manufacturer and see what they recommend for transport.
1999253
I know others have said you could use them for a trike, but I can't see how! You need a third ramp for the front wheel if the two back wheels will use the separated ramps described here since only two come in a box. Each rated at 750lbs, though, and if putting more wt. than that, they may bend like others have described.
784421
I'm sorry, our grandson has outgrown this trike and we sold it. You should contact Kettrike; as I remember, they were helpful with questions we had! Good luck, I hope it works out 'cuz this is a wonderful trike!!!!
1139228
The aluminum frame and panel seem strong and rigid. Post a picture of your trike here if you try it.
1344459
In my opinion this would probably be better since there are no pedals to 'reach' --- my grandson usually opts for this one (we recently got him the trike) but he doesn't seem to like to work the pedals. Good luck I hope this helps.
2076987
yes, but buy another one if you can. the bike itself is great, but the seat has caused me much grief; it is too wide and i have had to saw it down on 2 occasions because it was rubbing against my child's legs and chafing his skin. also, i had to add extra cushioning because the seat is wooden. there are other models almost identical that have a better designed seat.
355501
I'm 5', very average build (not 'stumpy' looking, nor very long-limbed--average) and the trike works great for me. Just adjust the seat and handlebars for your needs. You may have to fiddle around with it to get it just as you want.
1988665
No. This trike is bigger than it looks plus it has two seat positions for when you need them. My 4 year old can still easily ride his if he so chooses.
56269
only if the other wheel of the trike is the drive wheel... to the best of my knowledge, the hub for wheel this is not setup to receive a drive gear. I was going to use this for a trailer and one option I considered is removing the spindle and installing a long axle between the two wheels. that much is doable for sure.
1905645
no this trike requires a fair amount of assembly. Best to buy it from a local dealer if possible.