what kind of trike do you have

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I understand that there are some weld on kits and some complete bolt on kits. I have a bolt on kit. Putting it together took some time. I measured point to point MANY times to assure an accurate and straight alignment as I went. I almost welded some points I thought would be better but learned form others that it is not advisable unless you are a certified welder. I was one at the time, but opted to just bolt anyway. Glad I did. It's been three years and just last month I took my recorded, original, measurements and checked them out again and they are dead on still. In addition not one bolt was loose. I had a scary point during the install as I thought I cut the requested frame member too far forward, it ended up I didn't cut the left side enough. You just really need to concentrate when you do this project. But doing so I think I got to know my Trike so much better. There are shops that just do Trike builds, they are excellent. There are others that just want the money and then no longer the work afterwards. I know that Champion will actually build a trike for you as well as sell them, others probably will too. Check carefully. If you have someone build it for you, ask for references, he should give them to you willingly. Call some of the customers he has had.
If you do this yourself read, read, and then read some more. Follow step by step and recheck before cutting anything. Oh - what my directions did not say was to paint all bare metal spots as you go. It's easier and necessary to keep from rusting.
The finish product is awesome. Make sure you get the raked Triple Tree to start with as well, although not necessary it is a must in my book. :action: