Tricycle

Bikes \ Tricycles

Van Raam

With 22 million bicycles, the Netherlands is the biggest bike-country in the world. 84% of all Dutchmen owns one or even multiple bikes. We bike everywhere for work, school, grocery shopping etc. and to enjoy nature. Some are not able to ride a regular bicycle, perhaps due to balance problems. A tricycle enables you to continue cycling. What is the difference between a tricycle and a bike with two wheels? Who ride these tricycles & what types of tricycles do we have available? You will read it in this article.

The advantages of cycling

There are countless advantages to cycling. It improves your endurance, it is good for your health, it can be intense, but also relaxing, reduces stress, is better for the environment and is a relatively low-cost way to get around. Most people ride a two wheel bicycle, but there is a good alternative for people who are no longer able to ride such a bike: a tricycle.

The tricycle

A tricycle is the logical successor to the familiar two-wheeler. The advantage of three wheels as apposed to two is the increased stability. Three wheels make it almost impossible for the bicycle to topple over and the bicyclist no longer has to keep his or her balance because the tricycle is already in balance. The tricycles are available both with and without engine. It is even possible to build the electric pedal support into Van Raam’s bicycles and tricycles afterwards. The tricycle is the perfect solution to stay independent and mobile in case that is no longer possible with a regular bicycle.

Who rides a tricycle?

The tricycle is suitable for people with a (physical) disability, people (young and old) who are unable to keep their balance on a regular bicycle or people who simply want more stability when cycling. The tricycle is the ideal alternative for elderly who don’t trust themselves on a two wheel bike after an accident, but would like to get some exercise. It enables them to hit the road safely and contributes to a sense of stability. A tricycle is also often a solution for people with a (physical) disability because riding a two wheel bicycle might be impossible for them.

Types of tricycles

At Van Raam we manufacture each bicycle separately in our own factory in Varsseveld. Every bicycle is manufactured according to your wishes, with the options and accessories you desire and in the color you choose. It is really a custom fit tricycle! First you choose the type of tricycle you would like. It is very important to try out several tricycles to determine which tricycle is the best one for you.

Traditional tricycle: one wheel at the front, two wheels at the back

The traditional tricycle has one wheel at the front, two wheels at the back and its seat is right above the crankshaft and slightly elevated. Because of this, the cyclist pedals downward. Van Raam’s traditional tricycles run lightly and are easy to mount and dismount. Cycling on a regular tricycle requires some practice. One needs to use their balance differently on tricycle because a tricycle’s frame, as opposed to that of a two wheel bike, does not slant when turning. For experienced cyclists it is something to get used to, because it will feel like you’re toppling over – while that is almost impossible on a tricycle. Van Raam’s traditional tricycles are very agile due to their single front wheel and because they are all equipped with a differential.

Van Raam manufactures tricycles for young and old, starting with the Midi (for children aged 8 and up or short adults) and the Maxi tricycle specially designed for adults.

Van Raam Maxi and Midi traditional tricycles

Tricycle with seat

For people who would like to ride a tricycle comfortably, but experience difficulty riding a traditional tricycle Van Raam designed a special, stable and comfortable tricycle that is equipped with a “chair” instead of a saddle and requires forward pedaling. The cyclist’s center of gravity is much lower which results in a totally different seating position. This makes the unsafe and unstable feeling of a tricycle disappear and makes this tricycle feel reliable immediately. Almost everyone can ride this type of tricycle without having to practice. Moreover, the seat supports the back and takes the weight off of the shoulders, wrists and neck.

Easy Rider and Easy Sport tricycle Van Raam

We have learned from experience that almost 90% of the people who try out all our tricycles choose this one.

This comfortable tricycle is available in various variants. For children and shorter adults we manufacture the Easy Rider Compact and for children the Easy Rider Compact Small. For adults we manufacture the Easy Rider and for the sporty cyclists we have the recumbent tricycle Easy Sport. The Easy Sport is equipped with a sporty, lowered handlebar. There is also a smaller version of this recumbent trike for smaller adults and children called the Easy Sport Small.

Tricycle as mobility scooter bike

People who would like to ride around without pedaling next to riding a tricycle can now order the Easy Go miniscooter. This is an electric tricycle that can too be used as a miniscooter and is very suitable for people with changing a energy level or medical condition.

The Easy Go is a tricycle that can be used in three different ways: you can cycle with it, cycle with electric pedal support or use it as a miniscooter. The miniscooter-mode is activated by folding out the footrest and you can ride 5, 10 or 15 kilometers per hour through the use of the thumb throttle.

Easy Go scooter bike with and without pedaling Van Raam

Try a tricycle

Are you interested in a tricycle and would you like to try out several tricycles in our showroom in Varsseveld? Or do you have questions about our special needs bicycles? Contact us and we would love to help you!

It is also possible to take a test ride at some Van Raam dealers. Check the dealer page to find the dealer closest to you and ask about the possibilities.