By the Bay
Hanging in San Fransisco. I would not ride a trike or bike in the heart of this City. Riding a trike on the downtown streets of SF would be a real challenge to say the least.
Direct vs Indirect Steering
Everyone has an opinion and I'm no exception. And here's my opinion on direct steering versus indirect steering.
My take on this subject is influenced by many years of riding Catrikes with direct steering and more recently riding my ICE SprintX FS with indirect steering. With direct steering the handlebars are connected to the headset of each wheel. Steering is a simple right or left movement. With indirect steering the handlebars are connected to a pivot point at the center of the trike. From there it connects to the wheel via some sort of linkage. Steering is accomplished my pushing and pulling the handlebars.
Direct steering
Pros - Good road feel. Especially welcomed at higher speeds. - Simplicity of design makes maintenance easier. Especially when adjusting toe in.
Cons - Wheel vibration on rough roads is more pronounced. It's important on rough roads to avoid a "death grip". Relaxed hands and arms is important, especially on rough roads.
Indirect steering
Pros -…
My take on this subject is influenced by many years of riding Catrikes with direct steering and more recently riding my ICE SprintX FS with indirect steering. With direct steering the handlebars are connected to the headset of each wheel. Steering is a simple right or left movement. With indirect steering the handlebars are connected to a pivot point at the center of the trike. From there it connects to the wheel via some sort of linkage. Steering is accomplished my pushing and pulling the handlebars.
Direct steering
Pros - Good road feel. Especially welcomed at higher speeds. - Simplicity of design makes maintenance easier. Especially when adjusting toe in.
Cons - Wheel vibration on rough roads is more pronounced. It's important on rough roads to avoid a "death grip". Relaxed hands and arms is important, especially on rough roads.
Indirect steering
Pros -…
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