Sport Features

A three-year/50,000 mile limited warranty includes parts and labor on material and workmanship defects. Inquire with badboyscustomcycle or California Sidecar Trike for specific terms of the warranty.

Introduced in 1998, our revolutionary three-disc braking system surpasses all others in efficiency and safety. With the standard O.E.M. brake system, the hand brake operates the right front caliper while the foot brake operates the left front AND rear wheel caliper. This method is fine for two wheels, but not three. If an emergency braking situation arises while cornering, and a wheel lifts, the natural inclination is to hit the foot brake. This could cause a three-wheeled vehicle to flip because of the left front caliper being activated. With the California Sidecar Trike system, the foot brake operates only the dual rear calipers, while the hand brake, with a newly modified master cylinder, operates both front calipers. The net result is a significant reduction in stopping distance, easier maintenance, and greater peace of mind.

Three Point Suspension

A trike has unique suspension problems due to taking a moving weight and suspending it at three points.  The rolling dynamics change dramatically. In 1995, California Sidecar Trike introduced the solution of a fixed three-point suspension system featuring two high-performance Progressive Suspension shocks.

Several features of the Progressive shock make it distinct and well suited for the California Sidecar trike application. The Progressive shock spring is a true progressive rate spring that eliminates the constant minor road bumps as well as the larger bumps. Additionally, the shock is gas charged.  The high-pressure nitrogen gas forces oil in place of the air that bled out of the shock cavity. This eliminates shock fade caused by residual air bubbles, especially when cornering; the most critical maneuver with any three-wheeled vehicle. Finally, the shock has sophisticated multi-stage automatic damping with a five position preload adjustable cam.

We’ve also incorporated the O.E.M. air shock into this machine.  This will allow you to fine tune the ride for varying load and road conditions. The California Sidecar Trike suspension leaves the competition in the dust!

In-Line Drive Shaft

The California Sidecar Trike uses an in-line drive shaft, which is one of the most critical components on a solid-axle suspension. This feature experiences more wear forces, and transfers more vibration energy, than any other component of a trike.

If a drive shaft is spun on an axis that is not perpendicular to its power source the spinning ends will try to spin in an elliptical pattern rather than in a perfectly round circle. Since the rear end, axles, and wheels all work in unison they will restrain the unstable drive shaft. The result is vibration, which leads to undue wear and tear on the universal joints, discomfort, and pilot fatigue.

California Sidecar Trike modifies the trike's rear end to accommodate for an in-line drive shaft. It is the only proper way to build a solid axle suspension vehicle that will safely perform to the high standards of California Sidecar Trike.

Another significant contribution to the trike industry is California Sidecar Trike's internal swing arm.  It has set a benchmark that few manufacturers have been able to equal. Aside from the obvious good looks of the trike, the ride comfort and stability has improved dramatically.

Rear End

California Sidecar uses a remanufactured 8 in. Ford Mustang rear end that is built with new axles, bearings and seals. The rear end is shortened to achieve an offset differential and the axles are cut and re-splined, NOT re-welded. The 3.00 gear ratio is the optimum choice for fuel economy and performance.

Wheels and Tires

Aluminum rims are made exclusively for California Sidecar Trike. The "Hammer Style", brushed aluminum finish wheels are mounted and balanced with P205/70R14 Sigma Supreme All Season radial tires, designed for safe riding in all weather conditions. Chrome wheels are available as an option.

The 3.6 cu. ft. of trunk space is more than the equivalent of two GL1500 saddelbags. The trunk opens with the existing saddlebag levers, which eliminating the need for unsightly handles on the trunk lid. An automotive quality carpet kit is also available to protect valuables.

We provide the finest finish in the business. By housing fiberglass and paint operations we insure the highest degree of quality control. Trike bodies are painted using top of the line urethane paints and clears.  First, is a two to three-part paint process followed by three clear coats. The bodies are then wet sanded and polished in a two-step process to achieve an exquisite paint finish.

All California Sidecar Trike conversions are complete bolt-on kits with no welding required.