trike build for the WIFE ...

**rally4x4racer** · 08-02-2007, 12:53 AM

I decided to build the wife a trike so we can go on family rides.. here is the progress so far.
new wiseco, valves, chains, gaskets, seals, both clutches, 200x cam, 200x carb, utility pipe, rebuilt front end with new ballon, travelcade seat, uni filter.... don't laugh - I am on a budget!!

should be done soon - will post more.

r4r

**gottahaveaUS90** · 08-02-2007, 09:13 AM

AWESOME!

Lucky Lady!

**ATC-Eric** · 08-02-2007, 10:29 AM

Theres nothin to laugh at, I think it looks pretty trick!

**rally4x4racer** · 08-02-2007, 10:04 PM

she started on the third pull.... definately not a lack of compression.

it purrs... it's like a big 110!! lol

**rally4x4racer** · 08-04-2007, 03:05 AM

heres a few pix.. the fenders are painted because the last owner ruined them with some kind of chemicals.... fusion red!

**RedRider_AK** · 11-30-2007, 03:51 PM

I like it, but those Buckshot Mudders on the back... -shudders-

You might as well be putting Trail Pro's on it

After she gets used to riding this, is it going into an Auto-X project? I think she'll appreciate SUSPENSION

**the great gazoo** · 11-30-2007, 04:06 PM

Nice! You'll be real happy w/ the Travelcade seat cover, I've got one on my SX & I like it much better than stock.

**rally4x4racer** · 11-30-2007, 04:10 PM

ha ha - AK she NEEDS suspension. She is not REACTIVE enough to deal with the hardtail... This bike is up for trade/sale and is barely broken in. I have maybe 15 hours on it after all that engine work. Those tires were on it to start with and are probably the only thing that didnt get gone thru. I won't be dissapointed to see them gone!!

I just noticed I don't have any good pix of this thing... I call it the trail maker because its a bulldozer. Almost unstoppable. She is not 100% but a nice start nonetheless.

What do you think its worth? Paid about 300$ for it and have $100 wiseco, $40 bore, $35 sandblasting, about $100 in gaskets etc, 60$ front tire, new chain + etc. (way more than its worth) and more work than I care to admit...

She has a 250ES now- which is what she wanted in the first place. If I can't get anything out of it I will break it down and recycle it. And yea, the engine will wind up in a 200x or a 185s

**TravEX** · 11-30-2007, 11:25 PM

Email sent to ya.

**hancadam** · 12-01-2007, 12:13 AM

Originally Posted by ATC-Eric

Theres nothin to laugh at, I think it looks pretty trick!

I second that!! I think its awesome!!!!!!!!!

**rally4x4racer** · 12-01-2007, 12:31 AM

thanks!! you guys are too cool. She thought it was great too - (edit) It's a fun bike WOW - look how long that plug wire is!! I need to trim that sucker! - This is the guy that likes riding it the most

**white rat** · 12-01-2007, 03:05 AM

How do you like the plastic tank? I've been eye balling those on ebay, looks like they hold more fuel.

**rally4x4racer** · 12-01-2007, 04:32 AM

I hate it!

I am really into the retro collectible aspect of trikes. Functional always tops the list, but there is just something awesome about fresh paint on metal.

Plus the plastic tanks breathe and I had to take the decals off. These things are like models to me - I have to have some kind of decals or paint

My OCD's are against plastic tanks, but it sure is nice to know it wont rust out or need paint!

**TravEX** · 12-01-2007, 09:46 AM

How loud is the pipe? Looks great.

**Dirtcrasher** · 12-01-2007, 10:32 AM

SWEET!! Nice auto X, perfect for the Wifey!!

Looks really good.....I'd have to say it's worth somewhere around 700$, esp. with the motor work you've done to it.

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