3 Ways Trikes Are Safer Than Motorcycles

We all remember our first big wheel with fondness, and it was the first time that we experienced the thrill of the ride. Today’s three wheeled “trike” motorcycles are becoming increasingly popular, and they’re way more souped up than our old red tricycle. They offer a riding experience like no other, and most of the leading manufacturers offer a wide selection of trikes at a lot of different price points. Trikes are a great option for seniors, and they’re just as popular among young riders in the prime of their lives! Here are a few reasons why trikes are safer. Please also remember that a rider safety course is always money well-spent, and it can also reduce your insurance premiums. To learn more about trikes, visit us at Crossroad Powersports in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. We serve riders in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Wilmington, Delaware.  

1. Increased Visibility

Trikes get noticed in the ways that two wheelers don’t, which is good news for you as a rider. In many motorcycle vs. automobile accidents the driver was paying more attention to cars and trucks on the road and didn’t notice the motorcycle. The wider size of the trike makes you much more visible on the roads, and you can’t overstate the value of having an attention-grabbing vehicle on roads that are full of distracted motorists.

2. Trikes are Easier to Balance

Even the most seasoned riders lay down their bikes. Sometimes it’s done on purpose to avoid a bigger collision and sometimes it’s simply from rider error. Whatever the case may be, it’s much  more difficult to tip over a trike. With a trike you do most of your steering with your handlebars rather than by shifting your weight. You also have a different turning radius and won’t have to swerve as widely in order to negotiate turns.  If you’re an aging rider who can no longer pilot a two wheeler safely, you’ll still be able to enjoy the thrill of a great ride for many more years.

3. Increased Rider Comfort

The trike offers a much smoother and more stable ride, and that’s always music to our rears! Even though rider comfort might not seem to play a direct role in rider safety, you make better decisions when you’re more comfortable. A zippy two wheeler is engineered for speed, and not always more comfortable. But a trike is a great way to take a coast-to-coast trip in style, and they're as comfortable as a luxury sedan with a much better view! 

Visit Crossroad Powersports in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, to see our current inventory of new and pre-owned trikes for sale. We serve adrenaline junkies in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Wilmington, Delaware.