Hello Group ~ I am considering the purchase of either a KMX Cobra or
Viper, but know nothing of the X-Class machine.  More details of this
trike or the other two would be nice.  Pictures too if possible…

Many Thanks
Tim

Sorry for the delay, had added it to Flickr, but missed sending the
e-mail: http://www.flickr.com/photos/bsantos/sets/72157606742897612/

Barry from KMX told me he had thought on creating a conversion kit but
the costs were too high to make it viable.

I can try to ask him for any sketches for it if he has them, though.

Cheers,
Bruno

Hi! :-)

> I have ST class kartand am wondering if the seat for the tornado
would fit and were I might find one? They look the same except the
seat looks better on the tornado.

They aren't compatible. The ST seat has the mount you already know
that is secured by the screw that secures the rear fork on the frame,
the new seat has a new mount that screws on the frame. The rear mounts
are different too. When I have the time I'll take some photos of both
and send the link of the photo set to the list.

> Also any one know how to mount a light on the trike or could I get a
different boom to mount one?

I think there will be an accessories mount for the boom in the future,
but I don't know if it is backwards compatible...

Cheers,
Bruno

I have ST class kartand am wondering if the seat for the tornado would
fit and were I might find one? They look the same except the seat looks
better on the tornado. Also any one know how to mount a light on the
trike or could I get a different boom to mount one?

THANKS FOR YOUR RESPONSE TO MY QUESTION. I HAD USED THE SLEEVE, SO
TRIED THE SHIM. IT WORKED WELL. THANKYOU!

--- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "creepsville08"
<creepsville08@...> wrote:
>
> HELLO,,,I HAVE A 2007 X CLASS. WHEN I RIDE, THE BOOM SLIDES BACK INTO
> THE FRAME. I'VE TIGHTED THE BOLTS TO THE POINT THAT THEY SNAPPED.
> ANYONE HAVE THIS PROBLEM??? I HAVE THOUGHT ABOUT DRILLING AND USING A
> PIN ??? THANKS

Any chance you threw out the black plastic sleeve?  It looks like trash
but is needed for the boom, or else it will slip.  It's a PITA to put
in, but once in it works great.  Good luck.
>

Hi,

Yes, I had the same problem of the boom creeping back in after a few
miles of riding. On the advice of the people at my local bike shop, I
added a shim cut from a beer can between the boom and the frame and
this solved it.

Gareth

--- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "creepsville08"
<creepsville08@...> wrote:
>
> HELLO,,,I HAVE A 2007 X CLASS. WHEN I RIDE, THE BOOM SLIDES BACK
INTO
> THE FRAME. I'VE TIGHTED THE BOLTS TO THE POINT THAT THEY SNAPPED.
> ANYONE HAVE THIS PROBLEM??? I HAVE THOUGHT ABOUT DRILLING AND USING
A
> PIN ??? THANKS
>

HELLO,,,I HAVE A 2007 X CLASS. WHEN I RIDE, THE BOOM SLIDES BACK INTO
THE FRAME. I'VE TIGHTED THE BOLTS TO THE POINT THAT THEY SNAPPED.
ANYONE HAVE THIS PROBLEM??? I HAVE THOUGHT ABOUT DRILLING AND USING A
PIN ??? THANKS

I have been messiong around with my trike and decided to post photos of
it.  (Making it roadworthy)

Hello all, I'm new to trikes and have a Tornado on order when they come
in mid-April.  Anyone else have one on order, and if so, which model?
I wish I could get the Cobra with the 24/20 wheels, but can't afford it
right now.  See ya!!

Just got an email and the new models are on the site now.  The site is
all new, looks pretty good.
http://www.kmxus.com/

--- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "David Hanson" <supdv1@...> wrote:
>
> --- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "Jim" <superbepro@> wrote:
> >
> > --- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "David Hanson" <supdv1@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Bryan Ball from www.bentrideronline.com has reported on new KMX
> > > models displayed at interbike. Check the home page for the link. I
> > > > am very excited about these. Alan (in England) and Dave (in USA)
> are
> > > > probably just as excited. I hope to see a few in my stable. If
> > > > anyone gets one, please let us all know and post lots of Photos.
> > > >
> > > > Dave
> > >
> >  Dave,
> > Have you heard any news on the arrival of the models?  Think I read
> > that the January was a target date, but you know how that goes?
> > Regards
> > Jim
> >
> Jim,
> I have heard that the new models will be in America and ready to ship
> by March (mid).  I am as anxious as you to see a new one in my grip.
> Have you had a chance to view the models that will be available?
>
Hey Dave,

The only pictures I have seen were the ones on BROL.  I've looked but
there is nothing else around that I've managed to come up with.
I want to replace my Stein this year, which was one of the first ones
he built.  If you know what I mean:-)
I've been looking at KMX for a couple of years now. These new models
may have made the wait worth my while.  The new trikes from Sun in
that same BROL piece looked nice too.  I was close last year, either an
Actionbent most likely the Apoyo or KMX and I wound up doing nothing.
I heard that Apoyo had some frame issues too, but I'm not crazy about
aluminium so.
There is just something about the KMX that draws me, they look
bulletproof.  After my Stein experience that's what I'm looking for.

--- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "Jim" <superbepro@...> wrote:
>
> --- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "David Hanson" <supdv1@> wrote:
> >
> > Bryan Ball from www.bentrideronline.com has reported on new KMX
> > models displayed at interbike. Check the home page for the link. I
> > > am very excited about these. Alan (in England) and Dave (in USA)
are
> > > probably just as excited. I hope to see a few in my stable. If
> > > anyone gets one, please let us all know and post lots of Photos.
> > >
> > > Dave
> >
>  Dave,
> Have you heard any news on the arrival of the models?  Think I read
> that the January was a target date, but you know how that goes?
> Regards
> Jim
>
Jim,
I have heard that the new models will be in America and ready to ship
by March (mid).  I am as anxious as you to see a new one in my grip.
Have you had a chance to view the models that will be available?

--- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "David Hanson" <supdv1@...> wrote:
>
> Bryan Ball from www.bentrideronline.com has reported on new KMX
> models displayed at interbike. Check the home page for the link. I
> > am very excited about these. Alan (in England) and Dave (in USA) are
> > probably just as excited. I hope to see a few in my stable. If
> > anyone gets one, please let us all know and post lots of Photos.
> >
> > Dave
>
  Dave,
Have you heard any news on the arrival of the models?  Think I read
that the January was a target date, but you know how that goes?
Regards
Jim

I do - like everything on the KMX, they took a bit of dialling in.... They're
not at all wide
enough for the stock tyres, and the rear is not long enough (see below). Tad
expensive as
well, I feel. Still, massively better than nothing. They are snug and look good
(bit like a
Lotus Super 7).

Then I discovered how well the seat soaks through from the back (the rear
mudguard ends
above the flag holder), and it was time to have a think.

What I also did was take the original stubby rear mudguard, flip it over, and
fit it to the
bottom of the flag holder (drill small hole, add longish skinny bolt, nuts and
washers).
This effectively extends the rear mudguard down to the frame.

Wolf
/|\

--- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "Alex" <hils101@...> wrote:
>
> Definately mudguards...
>
> Has anyone actually got any though? I'm getting fed up with wet elbows.
>

The dictionary definition of "fenders":

"A guard over each wheel of a vehicle, for example, that is shaped and
positioned so as to block the splashing of water or mud."


--- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "Alex" <hils101@...> wrote:
>
> Definately mudguards.... fenders hang of the side of boats.
>
> Has anyone actually got any though? I'm getting fed up with wet
elbows.
>

After 3 months touring in the USA I gave in and started calling
them "Fenders".
Because of OZ historical links to those KMX Poms like Alan we call 'em
Mudguards too.
Fender, sounds like something you fend another vehicle off with, owell,
when in Rome...

Dave I love the rt, looked at a lot of trikes before the purchase.I
have added the rear rack schwalbe marathons on the lite weigth wheel
set cycle computer tera cycle power idler shown in pic made big
differance in speed average. Love that rear brake enables 180 degree
turns neat. My son likes getting up on two wheels and doing 180s on his
k kart. thank for your intrest Scott

Scott,
Thank you for posting your Photos.  They look great!  How do you like
your RT?

Planning to do the tour of Northern Idaho along the Trail of the
Coeur d'Alene's. I will be renting KMX's (the new ones) for those
that want a trike to ride but either doesn't have a trike, wants to
ride the KMX's (test) or doesn't want to transport theirs.

There will be several people showing as did last year so, if you want
to meet them all, please show up. If we plan it and pay ahead, we can
get group rates on the hotels.

questions I need answered:


Do you want to go?

Will you be needing a trike or more? (adult or child)

Early June, Middle or late. (the tour will be taking place from
Sunday to Wednesday for those that want to plan) You can ride any of
the days and will be welcome to meet up along the way.

It can be fully sagged, partially or you can ride on your own. The
sag vehicle will be the same as last year but will have more water
(so we don't run out again), snacks and conversation (whether you
like it or not).

Please let me know if this sounds appealing to you and we will
continue to plan and update up until the end.

Yes they are available for the front wheels.
KMX calls them "mudguards".

Hal

--- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "aprikian777"
<aprikian777@...> wrote:
>
> Thanks for your input Hal,
>
> Do you know if it is possible to  install fenders on front wheels?
> PA
>
>
> --- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "Hal" <hal_bishop2000@>
wrote:
> >
> > I commute on mine most days.
> > My trip is much shorter though (only 1.5 miles)
> > Your only issue will be not getting run over.
> > Get a big flag, lots of lights and maybe a pistol.
> > I am in Northwest Ohio and I wish it was as bike-friendly as
Seattle.
> > As for the KMX itself, it would be a good choice.
> > The braking is very good and balanced.
> > If you are hauling cargo the available racks are limited.
> > I built a rack for my X class and included a headrest that is
very
> > nice for longer rides.
> > In Seattle the fenders are a must.
> > If the pavement is wet, the front tires throw up a lot of water.
> > The hookworm tires sling more water than the tires on my wife's
ST
> > class.
> >
> > Hal
> >
> > --- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "aprikian777"
> > <aprikian777@> wrote:
> > >
> > > Hi,
> > > I am thinking about using a tricycle for commute. Never had one
and
> > doing extensive
> > > research on different trikes I found KMX. Looks great and not
too
> > expensive, most
> > > importantly has a lot of options that I like - brakes on all
wheels
> > etc.
> > > My commute is 15 miles one way and I live in seattle area, so
you
> > can imagine fenders are
> > > must on all three wheels and very good brakes as well. Also, I
like
> > to go fast 20m/h.
> > > Any suggestions are welcome.
> > > Thanks very much.
> > > PA
> > >
> >
>

Thanks for your input Hal,

Do you know if it is possible to  install fenders on front wheels?
PA


--- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "Hal" <hal_bishop2000@...> wrote:
>
> I commute on mine most days.
> My trip is much shorter though (only 1.5 miles)
> Your only issue will be not getting run over.
> Get a big flag, lots of lights and maybe a pistol.
> I am in Northwest Ohio and I wish it was as bike-friendly as Seattle.
> As for the KMX itself, it would be a good choice.
> The braking is very good and balanced.
> If you are hauling cargo the available racks are limited.
> I built a rack for my X class and included a headrest that is very
> nice for longer rides.
> In Seattle the fenders are a must.
> If the pavement is wet, the front tires throw up a lot of water.
> The hookworm tires sling more water than the tires on my wife's ST
> class.
>
> Hal
>
> --- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "aprikian777"
> <aprikian777@> wrote:
> >
> > Hi,
> > I am thinking about using a tricycle for commute. Never had one and
> doing extensive
> > research on different trikes I found KMX. Looks great and not too
> expensive, most
> > importantly has a lot of options that I like - brakes on all wheels
> etc.
> > My commute is 15 miles one way and I live in seattle area, so you
> can imagine fenders are
> > must on all three wheels and very good brakes as well. Also, I like
> to go fast 20m/h.
> > Any suggestions are welcome.
> > Thanks very much.
> > PA
> >
>

I commute on mine most days.
My trip is much shorter though (only 1.5 miles)
Your only issue will be not getting run over.
Get a big flag, lots of lights and maybe a pistol.
I am in Northwest Ohio and I wish it was as bike-friendly as Seattle.
As for the KMX itself, it would be a good choice.
The braking is very good and balanced.
If you are hauling cargo the available racks are limited.
I built a rack for my X class and included a headrest that is very
nice for longer rides.
In Seattle the fenders are a must.
If the pavement is wet, the front tires throw up a lot of water.
The hookworm tires sling more water than the tires on my wife's ST
class.

Hal

--- In KMXKartsowners@yahoogroups.com, "aprikian777"
<aprikian777@...> wrote:
>
> Hi,
> I am thinking about using a tricycle for commute. Never had one and
doing extensive
> research on different trikes I found KMX. Looks great and not too
expensive, most
> importantly has a lot of options that I like - brakes on all wheels
etc.
> My commute is 15 miles one way and I live in seattle area, so you
can imagine fenders are
> must on all three wheels and very good brakes as well. Also, I like
to go fast 20m/h.
> Any suggestions are welcome.
> Thanks very much.
> PA
>

Hi,
I am thinking about using a tricycle for commute. Never had one and doing
extensive
research on different trikes I found KMX. Looks great and not too expensive,
most
importantly has a lot of options that I like - brakes on all wheels etc.
My commute is 15 miles one way and I live in seattle area, so you can imagine
fenders are
must on all three wheels and very good brakes as well. Also, I like to go fast
20m/h.
Any suggestions are welcome.
Thanks very much.
PA