Trike and winter

**justinsrad98** · 08-23-2006, 12:17 PM

Is it a good match?

Where I live we have about 12 inches of snow during the winter. Do you think I will be able to ride in the snow my ATC 125m? I've find some chain that goes over the rear tire. I was thinking to fabricate a ski for the front so it will be easier to turn. any experiences or pictures?

**tecate kid** · 08-23-2006, 12:24 PM

Rode my old 86 125M all the time in the winter. Never messed with jetting, and never needed tire chains, just use some major throttle and throw it around. Hope this helps.
tecate kid

**TravEX** · 08-23-2006, 12:28 PM

Yeah, you shouldn't have any problems. They are a blast in the snow. Just remember to WD-40 moving parts like the thumb throttle housing, so it doesn't freeze up on ya.

Travis

**thefox** · 08-23-2006, 01:19 PM

Winter is a great time to ride! Trying to blast through 12" all at once might be a bit too much unless you are light enough and the snow is heavy enough that you can ride on top of the snow. Just get out and ride every 8-10 inches to pack the snow down and you should be fine. There used to be a front tire ski kit back in the day but they are rare so making one would be a good idea. I think a few here have tried to before but I don't remember what the outcome was.

As for the tire chains, as long as you have a good set of tires you should not need them. If you are running near bald tires then I would spend the money on new tires instead of chains. My brother used a set on his 110 for a winter and they helped but were not as good as the tires he bought for the next winter. And with chains you can not go as fast or they will through you around. But if you do use the chains, make sure they are securely tided on (NO bungee cords), a loose chain can tare up your rear fenders quickly.

**Name Brand** · 08-23-2006, 01:35 PM

Plowed out parking lots are great to slide around in. When we were kids we used the 125M to tow eachother on a sled around the yard. I use to take the 125M out on the snowmachine trails; always a good time. It will having trouble going through deeper snow (more than about 14"s) but with a few passes a good trail can me developed. If you find an area where the snow has developed a hard crust from the wind, then you won't need a trail. I would hit snowdrifts as a jump, fly off of the machine and let it and myself fall into the snow for a soft landing.

Couldn't find any action shots. This is me on the 'original' 1984 125M in my signature.

**Tri-ZNate** · 08-23-2006, 01:51 PM

just put most of your weight on the rear end and you should have no trouble. Trikes are alot better in snow than 2wd and even some 4wd quads

**85hondaatc125m** · 08-23-2006, 11:56 PM

The 125 is awsome in the snow/winter. I hav rode mine in near 12 inches of snow, keep to the rear and if you start to slow down, just start rocking the trike. I had some trouble when it got colder than -15c it would start to die if you gave it trottle.

**justinsrad98** · 08-24-2006, 12:05 AM

Originally Posted by Name Brand

Plowed out parking lots are great to slide around in. When we were kids we used the 125M to tow eachother on a sled around the yard. I use to take the 125M out on the snowmachine trails; always a good time. It will having trouble going through deeper snow (more than about 14"s) but with a few passes a good trail can me developed. If you find an area where the snow has developed a hard crust from the wind, then you won't need a trail. I would hit snowdrifts as a jump, fly off of the machine and let it and myself fall into the snow for a soft landing.

Couldn't find any action shots. This is me on the 'original' 1984 125M in my signature.

Nice Picture. Living in Alaska, I think you knon how to ride in the snow !
I remember trying an ATC 110 in the snow back in 1983 but I was 7 at this time, so I don't remember very well the experience.

the chain are coming from the 83 ATC that my dad use to have before my mon made him sell before we crash....

**dufrain** · 08-24-2006, 08:00 PM

Im pretty sure AMS makes a tire called the zipper for snow riding,Whoever makes it.It is in Dennis Kirk catalog.

**threewheelin-feelin** · 08-24-2006, 11:04 PM

i use to ride my old 200s in the snow till my damn hands were frozen.....snow riding is the best....cant wait till this year so i can ride the 350x in the snow!

**topoortorideon4** · 08-24-2006, 11:34 PM

I rode alot with my 200m in deep snow. Its fun. My neighbor lets me ride in his hay fields.

**BigGreenMachine** · 08-25-2006, 10:59 AM

Only problem I've had in the snow with my Tecate is getting bellied out in the deep stuff. Trikes love the snow because the fat front tire keeps on top of the snow and lets the rear end push you around. Make sure your oil is changed and lube moving parts as the winter puts a lot of strain on the motor.
Try using a crazy carpet (kids toy) strapped to the front frame and let it drag back under the trike under the axle so instead of digging in the frame will float and slide over the snow. Like was said good tires do wonders.

**bigred1981** · 08-25-2006, 01:03 PM

It's a good idea, from experience, to also thaw out your trike after you ride in snow. Slush and mud can get packed in every nook and cranny. You'll know when you go to ride it the next day and the brakes are froze up. I guess it all depends on where you store it. If it's small unheated building, then it'll probably freeze up. If a semi-insulated garage with any heat at all... no problem. Also, good tires do definitely help, unless it's icy underneath, then all i can say is don't go down any steep hills that only have one way out... lol I know that from experience also. Ride On!!

**chris200x** · 08-25-2006, 01:14 PM

I can't wait for winter!

**the great gazoo** · 08-25-2006, 04:24 PM

Hell yes! winter is the best time to ride! It's my favorite season by far.

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