Best tricycle for adults – Viribus Trike reviews and tips

One of the most important decisions adults can make, by far, is to stay active and fit regardless of their age or condition. Getting outside is a great, safe way to do that, and for a lot of adults, an adult tricycle is the perfect bike option.

Unlike an ordinary bicycle, a 3-wheel bicycle is more comfortable, easier on the knees and hips, can accommodate larger riders, and is a much safer and more stable choice.

Why Do You Need an Adult Tricycle?

Adults who cannot ride a regular two-wheel bicycle (anymore), want to find a good and safe alternative. Viribus's tricycle or trike is specially designed for adults and seniors who want extra support and stability while cycling.

 

Our Passion for Adult Tricycles

We at Viribus are avid bikers, hikers, and trikers. We are obsessed with helping people find the right adult tricycle bike so they can get outside, get some exercise, and enjoy some sunshine.

Extensive Research for High-Quality Tricycles

In order to build the best adult tricycles, we've done a ton of research to look into all of the manufacturers and models out there to find ones that are high-quality and won't break down on you after a few rides.

It wasn't easy since there are a lot of companies out there making some questionable products, but we are always committed to producing higher quality, powerful and usable tricycles.

Enhancing Safety and Comfort through Design

Adult tricycles are built with the sole purpose of enhancing everyone's ability to enjoy riding with increased safety. They provide a more comfortable form of exercise that is easier on your joints, particularly your knees and hips.

Also, they come with lots of features that are extremely convenient for those looking to stay active: baskets for carrying groceries or gear, flags and bells for safety, and more comfortable seats than you will find on any bicycle.

Convenient Features for Active Lifestyles

To design the best adult tricycles, we looked at both well-known brands (like Schwinn) and smaller companies we had not heard of. The right choice for you is going to depend on your needs, your budget, and which models you think look good.

We hope everyone from those just starting out with an adult trike to experienced outdoor enthusiasts looking for the latest advice can find some good three-wheel bikes to look at and some new information to help them decide which is the right one for them.

Considerations for Choosing the Right Tricycle

Probably the most well-known bicycle brand in the USA, Schwinn was originally founded in 1895 and was the leading producer of bikes in the US for most of the 20th century. It is now owned by Pacific Cycle, but is still producing great bikes, including the Meridian Adult Tricycle.

One of the biggest challenges in selecting adult tricycles to test was the frequency with which small brands would pop up and then disappear. This wasn't just a pain in the neck for us, but is real downside if you bought an off-brand tricycle from a company that disappeared a year later, the chances of getting that trike repaired if something goes wrong are slim to none.

With Schwinn, you know the company is still going to be around in a couple of years when you need a part repaired or replaced, or if you want to add a more comfortable seat.

Reliability and Customer Service with Viribus

Viribus company has been operating in the Bicycles and electric bicycles market for two decades. For the last 20 years, we are one of the leading companies in the bicycle industry. Reliability and customer service are definitely big advantages to going with a larger brand, though that does make the trike slightly more expensive than a few other options.

VIRIBUS has various types of tricycles

Traditional tricycles:

Two wheels behind and one wheel in front, adjustable seat, Low entry tricycles, lower seating position and single speed and 7 speed

• Facts & Figures:
• Both 24″ and 26″ wheel options
• Large spring-loaded seat for maximum comfort
• Fold down rear storage basket
• Total Payload Capacity: 400 pounds
• Price $299.99

 The tricycle of Viribus are examples of this type of custom bike.

There are two wheel sizes available, the 24″ or the 26″. There is not a huge difference between these two, but the smaller wheel will make the whole bike a little less bulky and is ideal for a slightly smaller rider.

Taller and larger riders on the other hand should lean toward the 26″. A rough guide would be that the 24″ wheel is for people between 5′ and 5’10” while the 26″ is ideal for people from 5’5″ up to 6’2″.

If you’re in the middle, you should be either with either size. We think most people will prefer the 26″ wheel option because of the added smoothness and comfort of the ride. Really though, you’re not likely to notice a big difference either way.

Both sizes are quite standard for bicycles, so replacing tires or repairing flats won’t ever be an issue like you might find with some trikes that have a much smaller wheel size.

Learn more: How to Choose the Right Adult Tricycle

A solid steel frame, a low step-through to make getting on and off the trike easy, quality construction, and a lovely design solidified the Viribus’s place as our top choice for most riders, particularly those just starting out and looking for a way to go at a leisurely pace.

You pedal almost directly downwards and sit relatively high on the bike. Because the frame of the tricycle – in contrast to the regular bicycle – does not lean in turns, riding a tricycle like this takes some getting used to.

Children or people that have never ridden a bike will have no trouble with it. Experienced bikers can feel like they might tip over when they take their first turn.

Because the tricycle has three wheels, this will of course not happen.

With Viribus, stepping on the bike is different: Because the centre of gravity is lower, this tricycle is also more comfortable. Because of this sitting position, your back, shoulders, neck and wrists are less stressed. This bike is easier to ride than a traditional tricycle. 

If you adjust to high seating position, your centre of gravity is high and that makes the bike feel more unstable. With a single front wheel, this type of bike is quite manoeuvrable, especially because all Viribus's adult tricycles are equipped with a differential. Viribus has many different sizes for this type of tricycle.

I bet you want more of a riding experience, Viribus offers a 7-speed version.

Electric tricycle

• Facts & Figures:
• Both 24″ and 26″ wheel options
• Color: Black & White
• Large spring-loaded seat for maximum comfort
• Fold down rear storage basket
• Total payload capacity: 265 pounds
• Motor 260W hub Motor
• Range 21.7 mi.
• Price $1299

For people who have a varying energy level, cannot ride a bicycle on two wheels anymore, who want to be able to pedal but not have to if necessary, the electric tricycle is the way to go. The Viribus is a highly manoeuvrable compact electric tricycle that you can use in different ways. You can pedal under your own power, you can pedal with electric support or you can use the thumb-operated throttle.

This is a premium electric trike option and is unmatched in quality, durability, and features. Just looking at it, you can see it is intended for cargo, durability, a variety of terrains and heavy-duty uses. Powerful electric motor and battery for getting up hills and for all-day mileage, this electric trike is the top end option to serve as a full-sized gas vehicle replacement.

A few quick hits on the features we like the most and think will be the most important to you. There is a cargo carrying basket is included and has a free covering on the rear cargo basket that is included as a free gift with purchase. Further, the trike is designed to accommodate riders whose height is between 5'3"-6'1".

Since this is an electric trike, the most important feature you can look for, and the place where a lot of that price tag is going, is the electric motor and battery combination. The e-trike comes equipped with a 250W brushless motor and a 360Wh removable lithium-ion battery made by Viribus.

The distance you’ll get out of this will vary a lot based on the terrain you are on and the amount of power you add to the trike through pedaling. There is also twist throttle to let you adjust the speed and power the motor delivers to the trike. This is especially useful if you are in a hilly area where you the power requirements will change a lot. There’s also a headlight equipped that is powered by the main battery.

Further, all of the wiring and connectors are water-resist so that rain or splashing from your ride won’t short out your trike.