CRASH! First Electric Trike Ride Starts with a Crash! Can She Figure Out How to Ride an ETrike?

OK, she's ready for her maiden voyage. So I walked her through a few things. One thing I want to show you, too. So go ahead. The power buttons are right here in the middle. Hold that down. OK. OK, now you're all geared up. Now, one thing I want to show you also, go ahead and put your feet on the pedal. This has reverse. So go ahead and put your feet on the pedals push the throttle just a little bit and start just a little. Ease into it. Go ahead. And start pedaling backward. Oh, that's cool. Yeah. Okay, so you have the reverse option on this as well. Now you can flip that button back to drive, to do the D. So there's a D and an R. And you have the seven speeds here as well. You can shift up by pushing here, down by pushing here. Same things. You're up and you're down. And your throttle. Now, you have to steer... a tricycle the reason I say that is on two-wheel bikes you kind of lean a little more on this one you have to turn the handlebars where you want to go and just trust that it will stay balanced basically okay it will balance but a lot of people think it won't so you have to psychologically tell yourself that it will okay so you can just pedal because you're in level one yeah Oh! Hit the brake! Hit the brake! Brake! Brake! Okay. Tricycles, like when you ride them, like, like I've got to go like this. Okay. Like actually turn it.

Turn it. That's what I'm saying is like, don't worry, it'll stay balanced. But if you want to go this way, you have to turn. Doing this will do nothing. Okay, so this is a great first example here. Olivia, like I said, has never been on a conventional trike. This is not uncommon, as your brain resorts to thinking that you lean like you lean on a two-wheel bike. On a three-wheel trike, leaning does not move the bike. It can counterbalance the weight to help keep the wheels down. But it won't steer the bike, the trike. So hop on again. I'm going to stick with you this time. We'll go slower. And then keep one finger up there. Yep. Okay. Put your feet on the pedals. Go slow. Go ahead. Now practice steering. Yes. There you go. Now slow down. Now make a full U-turn. Turn to the left. All the way. Trust it. Yep. There you go. Okay. Yeah. It's easy once you know, but... Now make another... Go over there and make a U-turn. Trust it. Turn. Harder. Harder. Harder. There you go. Can you go down a little farther, you think? Turn to the left. Turn to the left. Left. This left. Just stay away from the cones. There you go. Left, left, left, left, left. There you go. Huh. Total difference. It's not uncommon. You have to retrain your brain into how to ride. So we've taught Olivia how to ride a trike in under.

And you can even turn it more. That's what I'm saying. There's this thing where people only turn. You can turn it in. And it's fine. And it's fine. I'm used to the regular bikes. Right. Like you don't have that zero turning radius. Right. Do you feel confident enough to make it down there? I'm going to stick with you. Let's try. Yes. There you go. Okay. Around that. We'll go around the berm again. Just keep it at a casual pace. And practice pulling the brake, too. Just to... There you go. Steer the wheels to the left. There you go. Start turning now. Yep. Harder, harder, harder, harder. Turn, turn, turn. Watch the back wheel, watch the back wheel. Okay, you're good, you're good. There you go—just a little practice. Try the throttle a little bit with your left thumb, just a little. Don't pedal. Throttle. There you go. there you go. She did it. I did it. So, here I'll back you up a little bit. Or you can get off if you want to. What Olivia just experienced as her first time ride is not uncommon actually. um, I've done hundreds of test rides for people riding an adult trike for the first time. So if you're looking at getting an adult trike, electric or non-electric, you may experience the same thing your first time out riding. Stick with it. Olivia just literally, we've only been here the length of this video, under five minutes. She went from running into the cones the first time to doing it, and it'll get easier and better every time you do it.

5 Crucial  Accessories to Enhance Your Electric Tricycle

Learn about the accessories for your electric tricycle. Here are 5 important accessories that will make your rides safer and easier.

1. Extra Tubes: Keeping extra tubes is important for your electric trike. If you get a flat tire, you can swap in a new tube and keep going. This will further help you avoid long stops and keep your rides trouble-free.
2. Portable Bike Pump and Tire Repair Kit: It’s a must kit for your electric tricycle that helps fixing flat tires. This way, you can also enjoy smooth rides and avoid being stuck anywhere.
3. Thumb Throttle: This accessory allows the rider to use their thumbs to speed up or slow down the bike. Hence, it’s great for smooth riding and further helps keep you from getting tired on long trips.
4. High-Quality Bike Lock: If you own an electric trike, you’ll need a good-quality lock. These trikes can cost a lot of money, and as they are popular, thieves might try to steal them.
5. Handlebar Grips: If your hands feel hurt after riding for too long, it might happen as the handlebar grips aren't right for you. Therefore, you can replace the grips if your electric tricycle doesn’t have a grip shift gear change or a twist throttle.

Adding these important accessories to your electric tricycle will make it work better. Get these essentials to enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable ride every time.

Things You Should Know Before Riding An E-Tricycle

Before you start riding an e-tricycle, it is important for you to know how it works and how to stay safe. Thus, this section will guide you through some easy tips for a fun and safe ride.

1. Preparing Your Electric Tricycle: Before you take your etrike for a ride, check if the battery is charged or has enough power for your trip. Also, check the tires by pressing them to ensure they are inflated. Moreover, test the gears to make sure they shift and the chain and pedal are working.
2. Personal Safety: Your safety is the most important thing. Yet, you might face unexpected situations, like losing control. Thus, you should always wear protective gear to maintain your safety. Not only this, you should also ensure the brakes and lights on your etrike are working.
3. Clean and Lubricate The Chain: Cleaning and lubricating your tricycle’s chain will allow you to remove any stain. Moreover, it also prepares the chain for the next ride by making it function smoothly.
4. Check The Brakes. You should make sure that the brakes work well and can stop the e-tricycle quickly. Moreover, you should test both front and rear brakes to keep yourself safe and avoid potential accidents.
5. Tire Pressure. You must regularly check the tire pressure and maintain it at the level recommended by the manufacturer. Proper pressure will help you handle the e-trike better and reduce the chance of tire problems.

Now that you know these basics, you are ready to ride your e-tricycle with confidence. Keep safety and care in mind, and enjoy the freedom and fun of your new ride!