9 frequently asked questions about the Maxi tricycle
The Maxi is a traditional tricycle from Van Raam for adults. Read in this article the 9 most frequently asked questions about the Maxi.
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Unique riding characteristics of the Maxi tricycle
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The Maxi is an adult tricycle made by Van Raam. This trendy, yet traditional tricycle has a number of unique riding characteristics. Curious about which ones? Read more here.
Unique riding characteristics of the Van Raam Maxi tricycle
People who are no longer able to cycle on a regular bicycle are looking for a good and safe alternative. A Van Raam tricycle is especially for people who want extra support and stability while cycling.
Van Raam's adult tricycle Maxi is a tricycle with one front wheel and two rear wheels. View 5 unique riding characteristics of Van Raam's Maxi adult tricycle here.
1. Stability and safety
The three wheels of the Maxi tricycle ensure stability and balance and that you don't fall over, as you don't have to keep your balance yourself. This gives you a feeling of safety while cycling. Read more about cycling with a tricycle in the article 'Cycling on a tricycle for adults'.
The Van Raam Maxi is a traditional tricycle. You have a high seating position, just like on a regular bicycle. This high seating position provides a good overview of the road, which in turn contributes to safe cycling.
2. Easy to get on
The Maxi has a very accessible entry, which helps when getting on and off the tricycle. Thanks to the three wheels on the Maxi, you won't fall over easily, so you can sit down comfortably on the bike. All Van Raam tricycles have a parking brake. If you put the Van Raam Maxi tricycle on the parking brake, you can get on and off safely, without the tricycle rolling away.
Optionally, you can choose an extra low and wide entry, which makes getting on and off even easier.
3. Light, smooth cycling and agile
With the Maxi tricycle for adults you cycle and steer very lightly, which makes cycling with a disability easier. As an option, you can choose gears with, for example, a freewheel or back-pedal brake.
In addition, Van Raam's Maxi tricycle is quite manoeuvrable because of the single front wheel and because Van Raam's bicycles are equipped with a differential.
4. Developed model
Van Raam manufactures and develops almost all of its bicycles in-house. We try to do this as efficiently and well as possible. We are always innovating, improving and optimizing our bicycles and work processes. We do this in our modern factory in Varsseveld.
The Maxi tricycle is a trendy designed bicycle that has been further developed over the years. The model was given a new and modern design in 2021. Several parts of the Maxi have a fresh new colour. In addition, the chain cases are injection-moulded instead of vacuum-formed. This injection-moulded material is strong and discolours less quickly. Read more about this in the article 'New design for the Maxi and Midi tricycles'.
5. Pedal support and Smart E-Bike
The Van Raam Maxi tricycle is optionally available with pedal support. If you opt for an electric tricycle, you'll get an electric tricycle with the unique Van Raam Silent System. This pedal support system was specially developed for and by Van Raam.
Cycling on the Maxi tricycle is even easier with pedal support. Some of the advantages of the Van Raam Silent System and an electric tricycle are:
- Easy to operate system
- 3 settings + personal adjustable support
- Starting aid
- Cycling forwards and backwards with pedal support
- An almostnoiseless motor
From July 2020, all Van Raam bicycles that are equipped with pedal support will be delivered as Smart E-Bikes. You can easily switch between support modes via the app. Read more about this on the app-page.
Benefits of the Van Raam Maxi tricycle
Besides the unique riding characteristics mentioned above, the Van Raam Maxi tricycle for adults has even more benefits:
Can pass through a normal door
Five year guarantee on frame
Available with many options and accessories
Read more about the Maxi adult tricycleon the product page.
Testing a Maxi tricycle yourself
You can test the unique riding characteristics of the Maxi tricycle yourself during a test ride at Van Raam's showroom in Varsseveld. At some Van Raam dealers it is also possible to make a test ride. Please contact your local dealer for the possibilities.
Customer experiences Van Raam Maxi adult tricycle
Curious about experiences with the Van Raam Maxi tricycle? Read some customer experiences below or read all Maxi experiences on the Maxi customer experiences page.
Customer experience Maxi tricycle - Pieta Wessels
Pieta Wessels (61) has had a cerebral infarction which has affected her balance and makes it impossible for her to cycle a traditional two-wheeler. However, this doesn't stop her from moving, because Pieta is very active and likes to get on her bike to go out (together with her husband). In this customer experience, Pieta tells more about her experiences with the Maxi tricycle.
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Customer experience Maxi tricycle – Theo Wittebol
Theo likes to go out with his Maxi tricycle and with his girlfriend, who also has a Maxi. They regularly make cycling trips and even go on cycling holidays together. In this customer experience you can read more about their experiences.
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User experience tricycle for adults Maxi - Dominique van Steijn
I am now 18 years old and I am still very happy with my tricycle! Without my tricycle I would never have been able to cycle!
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