Electric trikes are one of the best methods of personal transport available today. They are stable, efficient, and eco-friendly, which are characteristics that appeal to people from all walks of life. But there are a few essential accessories for electric trike riders to make the experience even better and safer. You can significantly upgrade your ownership experience with some carefully thought-out trike accessories.
Prioritising Safety: Helmets and Rearview Mirrors
No matter how short your trip is, you should always wear a helmet while riding your electric trike. A helmet is the most critical piece of safety equipment, even though trikes are more stable than their two-wheeled counterparts.
There are many different types of bike helmets available, but you shouldn’t opt for the cheapest as you certainly get what you pay for. The most important thing when looking for a bike helmet is that it fits you correctly. This means it gives you enough coverage should the worst happen. You may also want to increase protection by choosing a helmet with MIPS technology, which reduces rotational forces, protecting your neck in an accident. We recommend that all electric trike riders use certified helmets when riding.
Your helmet should also be comfortable, as discomfort will discourage you from wearing it. An essential part of comfort regarding bike helmets is ventilation, so look for helmets with plenty of airflow. Check out the MC Bike Helmet with built-in LED light.
Mirrors are another essential for electric trike safety. The Mooncool Rear View Mirror Setis designed for trike handlebars, providing wide-angle visibility with adjustable mounts. These mirrors reduce the need to turn your head, helping you maintain balance and stay alert to vehicles or cyclists approaching from behind.
Ride Comfortably
Most people prioritise comfort when riding their electric trike, especially on long journeys and for daily use. Many riders like to upgrade their saddles to more padded, wider models with shock-absorbing springs.
The Mooncool TK1 and TKPro trikes already come with comfort-optimised seating, but it’s easy to add a gel seat cover for extra support.
Ergonomic handlebar grips make a surprising difference to your comfort. They reduce wrist strain while enhancing grip. These small changes can make longer rides more enjoyable, especially for older riders or those with arthritis.
Carry Everything You Need For The Day
One of the biggest advantages of riding an electric trike over a regular bike is the storage capacity. Some electric trikes come with front and rear storage options or at least have the provisions to fit baskets or cargo racks.
If you’re running errands or commuting, these additions can eliminate the need for a backpack, distributing weight more evenly, improving comfort, and lowering the centre of gravity.
Stay Visible: Lights and Reflective Accessories
One of the most significant parts of staying safe when riding your electric trike is staying visible in low-light conditions. Many Mooncool electric trikes come with integrated front and rear lights, but you can supplement them with additional lights or reflectors for better visibility.
Stay Connected: Phone Holders and Mounts
These days, our lives revolve around our phones. And you don’t need to disconnect while riding your electric trike. Our phones provide us with navigation, music, and fitness trackers, which are all part of the modern writing experience.
The mount, designed for compatibility with TK1 and TKPro trikes, holds most phone sizes. It features a non-slip surface and shock-absorbent clamps, ideal for checking maps or controlling music hands-free without needing to pull over.
Weather Protection
Getting caught out in the rain mid-ride can be miserable and uncomfortable, but there are a few things you can add to your trike that will help. For example, fenders can prevent rain and water from splashing upward, especially those fitted to Mooncool’s fat tire electric trikes. These models have full fenders pre-installed, but you can also upgrade them for longer ones that provide more coverage.
Weather can also affect your electric trike even when you’re not riding it. When storing your trike, it’s best to use a waterproof and UV-resistant cover. The Mooncool Trike Coverticks all these boxes while being lightweight, easy to fold, and perfect for both indoor and outdoor storage. Covering your electric trike will protect its paint frame and electrical components when not in use.
Security
Security of your electric trike is one of the most important things you must prioritise. The frustration and inconvenience of losing your electric trike to a thief are incredibly unpleasant. We recommend securing your trike with a U lock if you leave it unattended in public. At home, it’s a good idea to install a ground anchor to which you can lock your trike around the frame.
Practical Extras
Even the best electric trikes can experience occasional issues. But if you carry a small set of tools, you can prevent yourself from being stranded mid-ride. Essentials include a multitool, a pump, a spare inner tube, and tire levers.
Mooncool trikes typically include basic tools in their packaging for assembly and maintenance. Still, it’s always a good idea to put together a more complete toolkit to fix a wider range of problems.
Customising
The design of electric trikes provides plenty of room for creative upgrades. For example, you can put your own stamp on your trike with colourful bags, horns, upgraded pedals and tires. Mooncool trikes feature standard mounting points, making installing extra gadgets or other fun additions easy.
Final Thoughts On Essential Accessories For Electric Trike Riders
Buying a quality electric trike in the first place will reduce your need to add accessories. However, there’s always something that you can upgrade to make your trike perfect for your needs. Customising your trike is fun, especially when it solves a problem or enhances the experience.
