VICTORIA BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
E-Trike Mountain Trike — Electric‑assist, one‑arm steering for all‑terrain riding in Victoria
An adapted, electric‑assist all‑terrain trike with five power settings and one‑arm drive that you can rent by the half‑day, day, weekend or week; this guide summarizes what to expect and the practical details for planning your outing.
E-Trike Mountain Trike — Electric‑assist, one‑arm steering for all‑terrain riding in Victoria.
Experience the freedom of adventure with an electric‑assist eTrike built for off‑road exploration. The Mountain Trike combines five power settings with a unique one‑arm steering drive, giving riders tailored assistance and control across challenging ground and steep hills — designed to accommodate a wide range of users and abilities.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Electric assist with five power settings
The eTrike offers five levels of electric assist, letting riders choose the amount of pedal and motor support they need, up to the top setting.
One‑arm drive and intuitive controls
Unique one‑arm steering and a simple thumb‑twist grip make steering and speed control accessible, enabling smooth turns and manageable braking on varied terrain.
Built for off‑road and steep slopes
Configured as an all‑terrain wheelchair, the Mountain Trike is intended for riders who want to go further and tackle more challenging areas, with braking and control tuned for difficult ground and hills.
What the day feels like
What the ride feels like
The outing is an adaptable, powered off‑road experience: riders sit in an all‑terrain trike that supplies electric assist through five power levels and responds to one‑arm steering inputs, allowing you to climb steeper slopes and traverse rougher ground than an unassisted wheelchair while keeping controls simple and tunable to individual needs.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this eTrike suits best and any participant considerations.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rental options: Half Day (4 hours) — $75; One Day (24 hours) — $125; Weekend (3 days, Fri–Sun) — $200; Full Week (7 days) — $400.
All rentals and pickups are handled at the meeting location in Langford.
The eTrike is an all‑terrain wheelchair with five power settings, a maximum power/speed on level five noted at 8 mph, and a thumb‑twist grip for throttle and one‑arm steering.
The program is operated by RAD Recreation Adapted Society.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What rental durations are available and what do they cost?
Rentals are offered as a Half Day (4 hours) for $75, a One Day (24 hours) for $125, a Weekend (3 days, Fri–Sun) for $200, or a Full Week (7 days) for $400.
Where do I pick up the eTrike?
Pick up and meeting are in Langford.
Is there an age requirement to rent?
There is an age guidance indicating participants 15 and older require a parent or guardian.
How much assistance and what top speed does the eTrike provide?
The eTrike has five power settings (levels one through five), with level five noted as the maximum power and a top speed of 8 mph.
How are steering and speed controlled?
The trike uses a unique one‑arm drive for steering and a simple thumb‑twist grip for throttle control, designed to make handling straightforward.