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The Easy Rider 3 is the third generation Van Raam tricycle with a seat. Besides differences in appearance, there are also technical differences between the Easy Rider 3 and 2. Are you curious what the biggest technical differences are? Read more about the Easy Rider 3 here and see the top 10 biggest differences.
The Easy Rider has in terms of technique and riding characteristics many changes compared to its previous version, the Easy Rider 2. View the 10 biggest differences below.
The Easy Rider 3 with pedal support hasthe HT motor is in the rear swingarm, with the power directly on the rear axis. This is a convenient place for a tricycle with a low seating position, like the Easy Rider. The advantage of this motor is that it works immediately when you start cycling, so you can easily get going. Because the motor is at the back, the bike is heavier at the back compared to the front and the motor gives a lot of pushing power which helps you to move forward.
On the Easy Rider 2, the motor is in the front wheel.
Almost the entire wiring of the Easy Rider 3 tricycle runs through the frame. Not only does it look better, but it also gives the cables extra protection. On the Easy Rider 2 the wiring runs along the outside of the frame.
For optimal comfort and as a shock absorber for the Easy Rider 3 tricycle, three types of suspension are available for the frame:
The standard suspension (750 lbs/inch: between 80 and 110 kg body weight)
A lighter type(550 lbs/inch: up to 80 kg body weight)
A heavy / firm type (1000 lbs/inch: more than 110 kg body weight)
This was not possible with the Easy Rider 2 tricycle, which had 1 standard suspension.
The Easy Rider 3 is standard suitable for a maximum weight of 140 kg, this applies to both frame sizes (Medium and Large). The Easy Rider 2 was suitable up to 120 kilograms.
The Easy Rider 3 has a chain hose. The chain hose not only contributes to a beautiful design but also is practical. It is easier to maintain and looks sleek.
The Easy Rider 2 has a chain guard.
The seat of the Easy Rider 3 is easily adjustable with one quick release lever. Adjust the sitting position so that in that situation the leg is straight, but still relaxed. You determine the most comfortable position yourself in practice.
The chair of the Easy Rider 2 is adjustable with 4 quick release levers.
The luggage platform on the Easy Rider 3 automatically slides with the seat when you adjust the seat. This allows you to shorten the tricycle and store it more easily for example in a garage.
On the Easy Rider 2, the luggage rack does not slide along with the seat when adjusting the seat.
The Easy Rider 3 tricycle has a handlebar stem with a Quick Release lever, making it very easy to tilt the handlebar, without tools. To tilt the handlebar, you only need to press the button on the side of the stem to release the lever and then raise it. After the handlebar is in the desired position, the top of the handlebar stem can be closed.
With the Easy Rider 2, you can tilt the handlebar by opening the stem with an Allen key.
The Easy Rider 3 tricycle has standard a mechanical disc brake at the front and a hydraulic disc brake at the rear. Disc brakes are brakes with the most braking power, even in wet weather. Disc brakes also ensure that your rim does not wear out, the brakes do not get hot and continue to brake smoothly.
The Easy Rider 2 has a mechanical brake with V-brakes at the front of the bike and also a hydraulic disc brake at the rear.
Both models have a parking brake on the bike.
You choose the mountain gears if you live in a very hilly or mountainous area and want to cycle a lot with your Easy Rider in the hills and mountains.If you cycle in very hilly areas, you need a lighter gear ratio: the less distance you cover per rotation, the lighter the cycling gets. This makes it easier to climb a mountain or climb a hill with less effort.With the mountain gears you get a lighter gear ratio.
With the Easy Rider 2, the option 'mountain gears' is not available.
The design of the Easy Rider 3 has changed considerably compared to its previous version. Are you, besides the technical differences, also curious what the biggest design differences are between both tricycles? Read it in the article 'What are the differences in design between the tricycles Easy Rider 3 and 2?'.
Read and view more about the Easy Rider, the third generation tricycle with seat by Van Raam, on the Easy Rider product page.
The Easy Rider 3 is the third generation Van Raam tricycle with a seat. Are you curious what the biggest design differences are between this bike and its forerunner? Read more about the Easy Rider 3 here, and see the six biggest differences between the design of the tricycles Easy Rider 3 and Easy Rider 2.
The Easy Rider is the best-selling sit tricycle by Van Raam. The precursor of the Easy Rider was developed in 1995. Read more about the transformation of the Easy Rider over the years in this article.
The Easy Rider tricycle is a favourite and popular tricycle among users. This is mainly due to the unique riding characteristics of this bike. In this article you’ll find what the unique riding characteristics of the Easy Rider tricycle are.
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