Catrike

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The 2020 Catrike line consists of eight models: the Expedition, Pocket, Trail, Villager, 700, Dumont, 5.5.9 and Eola. All Catrikes have heat-treated aluminum frames, front disc brakes and either a padded or nylon mesh seat. Steering is 'direct', via side levers, with Ackerman steering geometry. Rider size variations are accommodated via a telescoping boom that mounts the crankset.{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/manual/owner_2007_final.pdf|title = Catrike Owners Manual 2007|accessdate = 2009-09-23|last = Big Cat HPV|year = 2007|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20081221081642/http://www.catrike.com/manual/owner_2007_final.pdf|archive-date = 2008-12-21|url-status = dead}}

;Road

:The Road was the first Catrike model and was introduced in 2000. As a result of experience developing the Speed model, the Road was redesigned in 2003. The new version became available in 2004. The 2005 model introduced indirect steering, which proved more difficult to set the toe-in, and so, in 2006, direct steering was reintroduced. The Road has {{convert|20|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} wheels and is designed for general recreational use and touring.{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/road.htm|title = Road|accessdate = 2009-09-21|last = Big Cat HPV|year = n.d.|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20100324141844/http://www.catrike.com/road.htm|archive-date = 2010-03-24|url-status = dead}}{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/manual/owner_manual_2004.pdf|title = Catrike Owners Manual 2004|accessdate = 2009-09-23|last = Big Cat HPV|date = March 2006|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20081221081651/http://www.catrike.com/manual/owner_manual_2004.pdf|archive-date = 2008-12-21|url-status = dead}}{{cite web|url = http://www.bentrideronline.com/reviews/catrike-speed-LT.htm|title = Catrike Road - Deja Vu All Over Again|accessdate = 2009-09-27|last = Varney | first = Larry |authorlink = |year = 2004}} The Road was upgraded with the Dumont's front suspension axles in 2017 and renamed Road AR. Production of the Road AR ended in early 2020.{{citation needed|date=April 2020}}

;Speed

:The Speed was the second Catrike model introduced and was first available on the market in 2003. It has a {{convert|20|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} drive wheel and {{convert|16|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} front wheels and, while it is designed to be fast, reviewers have also found it suitable for touring. The Speed was discontinued in 2011.{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/speed.htm|title = Speed|accessdate = 2009-09-21|last = Big Cat HPV|year = n.d.|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20100316040522/http://www.catrike.com/speed.htm|archive-date = 2010-03-16|url-status = dead}}{{cite web|url = http://www.bentrideronline.com/reviews/speed/speed.htm|title = Yes, It Is – the 2005 Catrike Speed|accessdate = 2009-09-27|last = Varney | first = Larry |authorlink = |year = 2005}}{{cite web|url = http://www.bentrideronline.com/reviews/catrike-speed-LT.htm|title = Catrike Speed - Long Term Test|accessdate = 2009-09-27|last = Varney | first = Larry |authorlink = |year = 2003}}

;Pocket

:The Pocket was introduced as a 2005 model year. It has 16" front wheels and a {{convert|20|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} rear wheel with a {{convert|37|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} wheelbase, shorter than that of the Road or Speed models. It is described as a "light trike that is compact and easy to transport." Reviewer Bryan Ball termed the 2005 model Pocket: "a light and spunky little trike with good handling and good comfort." It is especially intended for riders shorter than {{convert|5|ft|8|in|cm|abbr=on}} tall. The Pocket has a 45-degree seat angle.{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/pocket.htm|title = Pocket|accessdate = 2009-09-21|last = Big Cat HPV|year = n.d.|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20090408065104/http://www.catrike.com/pocket.htm|archive-date = 2009-04-08|url-status = dead}}{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/manual/owner_manual_2005.pdf|title = Catrike Owners Manual 2005|accessdate = 2009-09-23|last = Big Cat HPV|year = 2005|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20090617030659/http://www.catrike.com/manual/owner_manual_2005.pdf|archive-date = 2009-06-17|url-status = dead}}{{cite web|url = http://www.bentrideronline.com/reviews/pocket/catrikepocket.htm|title = Catrike Pocket...And It's Even My Favorite Color|accessdate = 2009-09-27|last = Varney | first = Larry |authorlink = |year = 2005}}{{cite web|url = http://www.bentrideronline.com/reviews/Catrike/pocket.htm|title = 2005 Catrike Pocket|accessdate = 2009-09-27|last = Ball | first = Bryan |authorlink = |year = 2005}}

;700

:The 700 was introduced as a 2007 model. It is a performance trike with a 700C rear wheel and, originally {{convert|16|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} (ETRTO 349) front wheels. Subsequent changes to design include 20" (ETRTO 406) front wheels and a thru-axle rear hub. It is the most reclined of all the models, with a 25-degree seat angle.{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/700.htm|title = 700|accessdate = 2009-09-21|last = Big Cat HPV|year = n.d.|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20100316032757/http://www.catrike.com/700.htm|archive-date = 2010-03-16|url-status = dead}}

;Expedition

:The Expedition was introduced as a 2007 model. It is a recreational/performance/touring trike with a {{convert|26|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} rear wheel and {{convert|20|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} front wheels. It is the largest trike Catrike currently makes.{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/expedition.htm|title = Expedition|accessdate = 2009-09-21|last = Big Cat HPV|year = n.d.|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20100324133707/http://www.catrike.com/expedition.htm|archive-date = 2010-03-24|url-status = dead}}

;Trail

:The Trail was introduced in the 2007 model year is a recreational/touring trike. It has {{convert|20|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} wheels and is smaller than the Road but larger than the Pocket. In reviewing it Bryan Ball said: "It’s quick, it feels light and responsive and it didn’t give me any nasty surprises."{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/trail.htm|title = Trail|accessdate = 2009-09-21|last = Big Cat HPV|year = n.d.|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20100324132150/http://www.catrike.com/trail.htm|archive-date = 2010-03-24|url-status = dead}}{{cite web|url = http://www.bentrideronline.com/?p=260|title = Catrike Trail|accessdate = 2009-10-03|last = Ball | first = Bryan |authorlink = |date=October 2007}}

;Villager

:Introduced in 2008, the Villager is designed for urban settings and features comparatively greater ground clearance, a higher seat of {{convert|12.5|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} and a 50 degree seat angle. The Villager has {{convert|20|in|cm|0|abbr=on}} front and rear wheels. The 2008 model was introduced as a nine-speed with no front dérailleur. The 2009 model included the option of a front triple crankset, giving 27 speeds.{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/villager.htm|title = Villager|accessdate = 2009-09-21|last = Big Cat HPV|year = n.d.|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20100316033610/http://www.catrike.com/villager.htm|archive-date = 2010-03-16|url-status = dead}}{{cite web|url = http://www.bentrideronline.com/?p=526|title = A Fairytale Fable in Florida - the Catrike Villager|accessdate = 2009-10-03|last = Varney | first = Larry |authorlink = |date=November 2008}}

;Dash

:The Dash, introduced in 2009, is designed for children and has 349/406 wheels. In reviewing the Dash, Parker Ball indicated that it is stable and that the rear wheel stays on the ground in fast stops. The Dash was discontinued at the end of 2011 due to low sales volume.{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/dash.htm|title = Catrike Dash|accessdate = 2009-09-18|last = Big Cat HPV|year = n.d.|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20090923194055/http://www.catrike.com/dash.htm|archive-date = 2009-09-23|url-status = dead}}{{cite web|url = http://www.bentrideronline.com/?p=2639l|title = Catrike Dash Video Review|accessdate = 2009-09-27|last = Ball | first = Parker |authorlink = |date=September 2009}}{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/news.html#25|title = Catrike Product Updates|accessdate = 6 April 2012|last = Big Cat HPV|date = 14 September 2011|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20120229170733/http://catrike.com/news.html#25|archive-date = 29 February 2012|url-status = dead}}

;Musashi

:In early 2010 Big Cat HPV introduced their first two-wheeled design, a short-wheelbase recumbent bicycle marketed under the Catbike name. The Musashi was discontinued at the end of 2011 to concentrate on trikes.{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/bik_musashi.htm|title = Catbike Musashi|accessdate = 2010-03-02|last = Big Cat HPV|year = 2010|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20100323062926/http://www.catrike.com/bik_musashi.htm|archive-date = 2010-03-23|url-status = dead}}

;5.5.9

:The 5.5.9 was introduced in 2015 and is named for the ETRTO tire size of 559, a 26" wheel, used on the trike's rear. The model is a folding design, and has a seat that is {{convert|2|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} higher than the Trail and {{convert|1|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} higher than the Expedition. The overall length is {{convert|4|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} longer than the Expedition when unfolded. Due to the folding hinge, the larger rear wheel and longer frame the model weighs {{convert|39.5|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}}.{{cite web|url = http://www.bentrideronline.com/?p=10057|title =Catrike 559|work=Bent Rider On Line |last = Ball | first = Brian |authorlink = |year = 2015}}

;Dumont

:The Dumont was introduced in 2015 and has full suspension, a 26" rear wheel, and folds for storage. It features an anti-dive front suspension spindle.{{cite web|url = https://www.alphabent.com/article/catrike-introduces-full-suspension-folding-trike-26-drivewheel|title= Catrike Dumont|work=Alpha Bent|accessdate = 2016-10-10}}

;Eola

:The Eola was introduced in 2019 and features 20-inch wheels, a 1 x 11 drivetrain and behind seat storage bag.{{cite web|url = https://www.catrike.com/eola|title = Eola|access-date = 3 April 2020|author=Catrike|work = www.catrike.com|year=2020}} The Eola ended production mid 2021.{{Cite web |title=CATRIKE EOLA |url=https://bicycleman.com/catrike-eola/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210813003925/https://bicycleman.com/catrike-eola/ |archive-date=2021-08-13 |access-date=2021-11-22 |website=Bicycle Man}}

;{{proper name|eCATS}}

:In 2020 Catrike introduced a line of electric-assist models. {{proper name|eCAT}} versions are available on the Dumont, 5.5.9, Expedition, Trail, Pocket and Villager models.{{Cite web|title=Catrike eCATS|url=https://www.catrike.com/ecats|access-date=2021-11-24|website=catrikeconcept|language=en}}

• The first Catrike to complete a transcontinental crossing was a 2007 Catrike Road ridden by Lucinda Chandler in the spring of 2007 (58 days from California to Florida).{{cite web|url = http://www.catrike.com/interviews.html|title = Lucinda Chandler (Pink Panther) Interview|accessdate = 2009-09-21|last = Grabert|first = Rafaela|year = n.d.|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20090812035139/http://www.catrike.com/interviews.html|archive-date = 2009-08-12|url-status = dead}}
• BentRider Online Trike of the Year, 2003.
• BentRider Online Trike of the Year, Readers Choice 2004 - Catrike Road.{{cite web|url = http://www.bentrideronline.com/features/BOY2004/BOY2004.htm|title = 2004 Readers' Choice Trike of the Year - Catrike Road|accessdate = 2009-10-03|last = Ball | first = Bryan |authorlink = |year = 2004}}

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