Adult bikes come in different sizes, and often, the difference between getting the right bike and missing it is the size you opt for. One Schwinn Meridian popular size is the 28 inch, which compels many to ask, ’28… The overall width of the trike at the back, however, is about inches.
Those large 26 inch wheels allow comfortable ride, also rear and front brakes work well. In overall – decent construction, completely sufficient for this type of bike. The benefits of the Schwinn Meridian Tricycle overshadow the drawbacks. With the ability to adjust the bar and seat, the bike can tailor the bike to your body. The handlebars provide an upright, comfortable riding posture that puts less stress over your shoulders than the other bicycles.
The low-maintenance trike is what you need to help you get up-and-about while doing your chores. Now this is one trike that will definitely get a lot of use out of it, particularly for those long rides to the beach or just around the city. The trike comes with a large, adjustable, padded seat using spring suspension for enhanced comfort when riding for prolonged periods. If you’re trying to figure out whether to go with the 24″ or 26″ wheel size, we’d say in most cases it isn’t going to be make a big difference. The smaller wheel size helps if you have limited space, otherwise we give the edge to the 26″ wheel because of more stablility and ease of peddling. They larger wheels will also give you a smoother ride.
If you are planning to make an effort to better the environment, live green and reduce your carbon footprint, this adult trike is your best choice. Riding the Meridian to the grocery store or do little neighborhood errands on a perfect sunny day is always an amazing experience. A rear expander brake and front alloy huffy cruiser bike linear pull brake deliver reliable speed control and secure stopping power. Plus, a locking brake lever acts as a parking brake to keep the tricycle stationary on flat ground for easy loading and unloading. The drive side on these adult trikes is on the same side as the chain – the right side of the trike.
Best suited for flat areas, this single-speed drivetrain is easy to use and simple to maintain, while the chain guard keeps your clothes and shoelaces free & clear. This fine piece of work came from Chop Shop Customs. Check first the tightness of the Schwinn Meridian two hold-down screws on the rear axle drive sprocket. Sometimes these work loose, especially during the break-in period . Tighten these two screws down as hard as you can — this connection point takes a lot of stress, especially on uphill grinds.