Field testing prototypes.  Vibration tests include back and forth travel under full load along 2000 ft. of uneven historic wooden pier.

Photo of the first trike prototype 1.0.

Photo of the first trike prototype 1.0.

Photo of the first trike prototype 1.0.

The RE Trike prototype 1.2 is folded next to an out stretched prototype 1.0 showing the comparison.

The RE Trike prototype 1.2 is folded next to an out stretched prototype 1.0 showing the comparison.

Prototype 1.2 is shown folded, the crank boom fold up to shorten the package, the front suspension folds beneath the frame to narrow the package, the seat back support folds down to shorten the package, and the rear suspension folds underneath to shorten the package.  The chain remains fully engaged and ready to go.  Each transformation is done using Stainless Steel quick release pins.  The seat removes with 2 quick release pins.

2 Trikes fit with plenty of room to spare in an FJ Cruiser.  The Front wheels remain attached while the front suspension folds under the trike frame to narrow the package leaving more room for luggage and other supplies.

The RE Trike prototype 1.2 folds well enough to leave plenty of room, in fact with clever packing as many as 4 trikes could be accommodated in the FJ Cruiser (seats down).

2 Trikes fit with plenty of room to spare in an FJ Cruiser.  The Front wheels remain attached while the front suspension folds under the trike frame to narrow the package leaving more room for luggage and other supplies.

2 Trikes fit in the back of a Jetta Sportwagen.  The front wheels quick release to accommodate a low ceiling, the folded front suspension makes a more narrow package and leave more room to pack other gear.

Puzzle like "tab and notch" part features make for more accurate assembly and alignment resulting in higher quality parts.

Raw aluminum parts must be deburred and washed prior to fixturing and welding. 

A CNC router cutting parts from 1/4" 6061 Aluminum sheet.  Hand nested parts ensure a high yield efficiency to reduce costs.

Extensive stress analysis ensures parts are designed to withstand high dynamic load ratings and improve design.  Tests also ensure weight reduction machining doesn't compromise frame strength.