the two front wheels fixed on one axle, less complexity

simple fixed front axle trike

the two front wheels fixed on one axle, less complexity

Although just some sketches, an idea for a less complicated trike design.
features:

the two front wheels fixed on one axle, less complexity.
simple one wheel back drive, possibility of adding an electric drive.
the front is one part, with collision proof body.

the front part would be steered as the whole front turns.
the gap between the front and the back part provides room for steering, suspension travel and off coarse stepping in.

the back end would also tilt as you steer to follow the centrifugal force, just like a normal bike.

a back draw is the fixed front wheels, they could steer when one wheel hits a bump in the road. solve the bump/steering interference with a damper and front wheel suspension.





2006-09-13

 
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