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Old Crank

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14. They make bike to fit a variety of people.
Thu Mar 12, 2026, 03:26 AM
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There are 2 issues with electric trikes. Weight and size.
Weight can be a problem with 2 wheeled electrics also. A good durable around town bike will be in the 30 pound range. Adding electric will push that to 50 or more. Motor and battery. Usually the frame and wheels are sturdier also. Trikes start out heavier. So you could be looking at about 70 pounds minimum unless you have an expensive one.
Trikes can be folding but from what I've seen on line the paired wheels don't fold up. The bike would be best kept at ground level. Preferably secured.

Here in Germany I have seen a good number of older and somewhat infirm people out on bikes and trikes.

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