Helping someone return to riding

[Wheels]

Not long ago I was approached by a fellow that wanted to get back into riding. Many years ago he was a motor-cross rider and broke his back becoming a paraplegic. He is a local guy and when we spoke, he told me that while trying to learn more about trikes, he kept hearing about this guy called "Wheels." I asked if it was bad or good, LOL.

He had purchased a new to him 1995 (very sharp looking) GL1500 with a solid axle Motor Trike kit on it. Now where have I heard of THAT before, LOL. Well, we spent time chatting over the phone and then the day arrived that we were going to install equipment and make the changes needed that would make for a great ride. Actually took a couple days.

What a blast it was to spend time getting to help out. I learned a great deal about the GL1500. Seems they have a problem with the shifter arms getting lose and a fellow rider made/invented a bracket that helps to secure (tighten up) the shifter spindle. Lots of fun. We still need to work on changing his brakes around a bit, and I dug out all my old Motor Trike lines that will be used on his trike.

Looks like I got another local riding buddy.

[harvey]

Way to go Wheels! Thanks for getting another rider on the road!

[Kiwi]

Good work Wheels. I am sure you guys will get the brakes sorted.

[Pizza Man]

Congrats on your helping a fellow Trike rider.

[Grandpa1]

That's a fantastic story!
I know I wouldn't be riding without a trike.

[gr8phun]

Wheels you are a true Biker.

You and a Nam Vet with a Valkye and side car stopped my whinning are the reason triked and I'm still in the wind

[cirbtap]

Keep up the good work

Pat

[srinehart]

Great story, nice to know there are people willing to help out when needed and great to see he will be able to resume something he really enjoyed.

[Haste Maker]

"Wheels" god put you in a chair without legs for a reason..and this shows me why..god bless you.

[Wheels]

Thanks for the kind words. I have greatly enjoyed this bike and all that it has exposed me too. To give something back is a great thing.

[IOWASTROKER]

BUT...Mr. Wheels...you forgot to introduce your new friend. Will he join this wonderful Forum soon???? AND, of course, thx for helping get another triker on the road))))

[Tony in AZ]

Very kool. It opens a new world for the fellow. I hope the learning curve goes smoothly for him.

[RoadRat]

Wheels it's people like you that make this a better world to live in. Kudos to you.

[MMR]

Wheels, my hat is off to you for your very generous efforts to aide and assist a fellow rider. Very Cool !

[Pizza Man]

Wheels and his wife are 2 of the nicest people my wife and I have ever met.
We just hope we can all get together again next year.

[Wheels]

Tom, you can bet on our getting together. We also had a great time and really enjoyed the company of you and your lovely bride. Really hope that you can fit in the Nashville Road Kill Ride in and we can make a trip down to Wing Ding as part of the ride.

I must say that I am enjoying helping where I can. It a challenge for some of these guys as companies and shops are reluctant to help due to law suites, liability, and not knowing what it out there. I am by FAR not an "expert" but I know what I have learned over these past 9 years and I am not afraid to get my hands dirty. Heck, my grandmother would say that a man needs to eat a peck of dirt before he dies and with these hands of mine, I think I am on my second or third. LOL The joy of riding a bike is not just reserved for you two legged guys and gals. LOL.

What's really great to see is that more of "US" are out there and as such, we in turn help open the doors for others. It's cool.

I want to thank Chris for having the wherewithal in creating this site that then once again allows me to share what I know and continue to help others. It's all good.

[hparsons]

Wow, look at the grin on that guy's face. You can just feel his excitement. Way to go!!

[Retired Army]

Thanks once again for being ambassador to those of us that enjoy wind in our faces.

[fastfred]

Good for you Wheels!!

[Wheels]

I have been a guy who has practiced "paying it forward" long before Kevin Spacey figured it out. It's a blast.