forCycling.com - iZip 2008 Tricruiser Adult Electric Tricycle (24-Inch Wheels)

Product Description:


The 2008 IZip Tricruiser Electric Trike has stability, comfort and carrying capacity in a classic adult tricycle shape with comfy saddle and high capacity rear basket. Clean electric "Twist and Go" with easy to use throttle. Top speed up to 18 mph/ 29 kph and 30-35 miles / 45-58 km range.


Proving that trikes aren't just for kids anymore, the iZip Tricruiser electric tricycle offers an ideal way to get around town without tiring yourself out. The Tricruiser is equipped with a 450-watt DC Earth magnet motor and an SLA-type 36-volt rechargeable battery, making it far cleaner than gas-powered scooters and hybrid cars. The high-capacity battery also offers a range of 30 to 35 miles per charge, so you can make it back and forth to the grocery store several times without running low on power. And once you're on the road, the Tricruiser boasts a top speed of 15 miles per hour (contingent on the rider weight)--plenty fast enough for most side streets. Is the market too far to walk but close enough that a car seems wasteful? Turn to the Tricruiser, which comes with a high-capacity rear basket that can hold everything from groceries to tools to children's toys. The Tricruiser is powered by both the electric motor and good old-fashioned foot power, with an easy-to-use "twist-and-go" throttle helping propel you forward. The trike is also extremely comfortable thanks to the extra-wide comfort saddle. Other features include a patented Currie Electro-Drive system with speed-specific gearing, heavy-duty alloy 24-inch rims with full fenders, and adjustable cruiser handlebars with Kraton grips. Specifications: Motor: 450-watt DC Earth magnet motor Battery: EV-rated, SLA-type locking plug-and-play battery box design, 36-volt/12 Ah pack (3), 12-volt/12 Ah valve-regulated, rechargeable Charge system: UL-listed Currie Smart Charger with LED status display Controller: Exclusive Currie Electro-Drive 36-volt, fully potted with Power Gauge function Top speed: Up to 15 miles per hour (contingent on rider weight) Range: Up to 30 to 35 miles with normal pedaling (contingent on rider weight and terrain) Drive: Patented Currie Electro-Drive system with speed-specific gearing Brakes: Alloy linear pull front and coaster rear, alloy brake inhibit lever Wheels: Heavy-duty alloy, 24 x 1.95 inches, with full fenders Tires: Currie E-Street Cruiser 24 x 1.95 inches Handlebars: Adjustable cruiser bars with Kraton grips Fork: Unicrown, fender eyelets User controls: On/off switch, easy-access charger port in removable battery pack, 1/2 twist throttle with battery indicator Saddle: GS extra-wide comfort and alloy post Frame: Exclusive Currie Trike Cruiser design with Cro-Mo frame Crank and pedals: Alloy crankset, full chain guard, resin dual-sided pedals Size: Unisex, low step, 4 foot 10 inches to 6 feet

Customers' Reviews:

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful:
It is OK, but a hassle, October 28, 2009

It was a hassle to assemble, and is a hassle to ride on gravel, open ground or side-sloping pavement. Unless you're quite mechanically inclined, get it assembled by someone who is. It does great on paved roadways, and even hills, but it is VERY unstable on gravel or on any kind of slide slope. If you think that three wheels are more stable than two, you'd be wrong, maybe DEAD wrong. So, to be safe, simply resign yourself to the fact that it can never be used off-road. On the open road, though, it performs as advertised and as you'd expect.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
Love to cruise neighborhood, September 19, 2009

I've had one bike in my life(I'm 66yrs old) and I was looking for something to get around on. I started to get a reg or electric bike but was diagnosed with neuropathy and was afraid if it got worse I would have with balance. I bought this and I love it. Besides running errands I like cruise around the neighborhood in the evening when people are sitting out after dinner. Driving a car I never knew How much I missed. I haven't tested the range but I'm not depending on 30-35 mi. because of my big body and is quite hilly so i wouldn't go over 10 mi away from home fora round trip of 20 mi but would knows! If I had one complaint it would be the rear fenders because they kept getting caught so I took them off.If you want to get around get it. you'll love

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
We bought two. One for me and the other for hubby., September 5, 2009

We were happy with the delivery and the quality of the trikes. I have to admit that my husband is an engineer and likes to tinker. If you have no or little mechanical aptitude I would recommend that you have this done by someone with experience at this sort of thing. But stay around and help in assembly and I think that will improve your riding experience. I had a difficult time starting out riding the trike. I had assumed it would be easy to ride. I had to go through some learning experiences. I felt very unstable as it was not like riding a two wheeler. But my husband who had experience on a dirt-bike had no problems at all and enjoys the terrain challenges. I am very afraid of falling off because of semi-disabilities I would have a hard time getting back up. But overall the experience has been fantastic. We have a park nearby and it is wonderful getting out and about. If you have riding areas nearby I can not think of a better solution. If you have no balance problems I would recommend the electric two-wheeler. Please buy all the safely features such as a bicycle helmet, horn and side mirrors. The trike is a thing of beauty. Get out and enjoy the planet.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
Great Bike, June 27, 2009

Love this bike it will take me anywhere I want to go. This is my transportation. The bike gets 2nd looks and "cool ride" everywhere i go. It is very powerful and will take me up any hill I have tried. recommend this for anyone.

0 of 0 people found the following review helpful:
Better than i expected, June 21, 2009

I PURCHASED THE IZIP TRICRUSIER ABOUT 3 WEEKS AGO. I was a little concerned about putting it together from reading the reviews but there was no problem did it by myself in about an hour the only reason i followed the easy to read instructions was so I didnt jump ahead and have to take something apart to put it together. It rattles and makes a little noise but its not a cadilac I didnt pay for one contacted currie the manufacture very nice. So far its better than I expected. The only draw back might be it went up $450.00 since I bought it Must have been in the wright place at the wright time

Larry Scervino