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Greenspeed GT3 Folding Recumbent Tricycles

Greenspeed GT3 Folding Recumbent Trike
The GT3 Folding
recumbent trike is the economical foldable commuting trike developed by
Greenspeed, the best-known name in tadpole trikes. As the 3rd
incarnation of the GT commuter trike it brings the Greenspeed reputation
to a new economical price never seen from them.
The GT3 is built from the ground up as a compact, economical and
foldable trike. It is more than a GTR frame with less expensive parts.
In order to cover the full range of trikes, from entry level through
elite Greenspeed wanted a trike at a price point much lower than their
other models. After pooling ideas from comments made by recreational and
commuting GTO and GTR owners they decided people wanted something that
was not just less expensive but that would fit through doors easier and
break down faster to fold into a small space.
They started with 16" wheels all round and a new folding mechanism that
is both quicker and less expensive than the S&S Coupling. Then they
developed a stud & elastomer mechanism for the rear of the seat that
only requires one bolt at the front of the seat. A simple change of the
Crank boom adjustment bolts to M8 and only one alley key is needed to
fit the trike into your car’s trunk you by removing the seat and folding
the frame. The same Allen wrench allows you to also remove the front
wheels and crank boom and adjust or fold the Handle Bars.
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Greenspeed GT3: Folding… GT3 folded!
The GT3 Folding
Trike is a good trike for riders who want to fold it to carry in the
trunk of their car on the way to their favorite riding spot or in their
Camper for rides while on holiday. It is also good for riders with
limited space at home or at work. The GT3, GT-5 and GT-X are the easiest
Greenspeeds to fold.
They are one size fits most designs, the X large and X small rider may
have trouble fitting one well. Riders who weigh over 265 lb need a
heavy-duty trike and should look at GTO instead of the GT3.
The Greenspeed GT3 is:
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By
Greenspeed, the best known name in tadpole trikes.
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Chromoly
steel
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Easy to fold
making transportation, shipping or storage easy.
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Has indirect
steering. Many riders find this easier to get used to, especially at
high speeds
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Has a
10-year frame warranty for riders up to 265 lb.
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37.5 lb
$2850 delivered and assembled in our shop.
Shipping to
you is available but extra. (Email your zip code for shipping quote.)
The GT-5 uses the same folding frame with upgraded components and sells
for $3225.
The GT-X is an Australian made performance oriented folding trike and
sells for $5700.
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Track |
29.5" (75 cm) |
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Rohloff 14 speed internal gear hub (w/ external cable box) |
$1,380
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Width |
32.7" (83 cm) |
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Schlumpf Drive 2 speed BB - extra wide gear range |
$525 |
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Wheelbase |
39" (98 cm) |
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Removable alloy pannier rack (cap. 66 lbs) |
$56 |
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Length |
69" (175 cm) |
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Front fender set with mudflaps and reflectors |
$130 |
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Height |
27" (68 cm) |
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Head Rest (fully adjustable) |
$120 |
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Turning circle |
12' (3.7metre) |
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Busch & Muller Halogen 6v dynamo lighting set |
$260 |
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Seat Angle |
40 degrees |
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Busch & Muller Halogen 12v dynamo lighting set |
$475 |
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Seat Height |
10" (25 cm) |
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Arkel T-42 pannier bags |
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Ground clearance |
2.6" (7 cm) |
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Arkel RT-60 Recumbent style pannier bags |
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Wheels |
16" x 1 3/8" (37-349) alloy rims |
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Grab Handles (used to get in and out of the trike) |
$75 |
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Spokes |
Wheelsmith stainless steel |
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Sigma BC 800 Cycle computer (8 functions) fitted |
$56 |
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Tyres |
Primo Comet 16" x 1 3/8", 80 psi |
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Sigma BC 1600 Cycle computer (16 functions) fitted |
$72 |
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Brakes |
Sturmey Archer Drums |
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Cadence Kit for BC 1600 - fitted |
$26 |
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Gears |
27 speed - Shimano Capreo |
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2nd Mirror |
$30 |
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Cranks |
Shimano Tiagra 52/42/30 |
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Mirror, computer or light mount (like a handle bar) |
$16 |
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Rear Cluster |
9 speed, 9,10,11,13, 15,17,20,23,26. |
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Topeak Combination Pump (130 psi) |
$45 |
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Gear Range |
19 to 95 inches |
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Frame |
TIG welded Cro Mo 4130 tubing |
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X-seam range |
41" to 49" |
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Steering |
Centre point Ackermann with inclined handle bars. |
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Weight |
37.5 lbs (17kg) |
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Standard fittings |
Frame hinge, Rear fender, Mirror, Safety Flag |
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Base Price USD |
$2,595 MSRP + shipping |
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Note - specifications are subject to change |
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