The Jorvik Tricycle Buying Guide
You're considering a Jorvik tricycle. That's brilliant. This guide is designed to help you find the right model for your life, your riding style, and your budget.
Whether you're looking for everyday simplicity, mountain adventure, compact portability, or specialist mobility support, we've engineered a Jorvik for you. This guide will walk you through the options in a way that actually makes sense.
No pressure. No sales pitch. Just honest guidance to help you make the right choice.
Quick Comparison Table
| Category | Everyday | Mountain | Explore | Mobility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Local riding, simplicity | Trails, adventure | Car boots, portability | Stability, comfort |
| Choose if | Simple, affordable | Regular exploration | Travel or compact storage | Stability, comfort required |
Find Your Tricycle: The Flowchart
EVERYDAY RIDING
People who want electric-assisted tricycles for local commutes, shopping trips, and pottering about town. You value simplicity, affordability, and ease of use.
Battery assisted
Local riding
Amazing value
RIDA
The entry-level electric tricycle
Perfect for
First-time trike buyers, budget-conscious riders, daily local use
Key features
250w motor, 25-40 mile range, folds for storage, low step-through, simple riding
What sets it apart
This is our cheapest tricycle. It has all the same Jorvik quality at the lowest price point. No complexity, just a simple tricycle to get you on three wheels.
Quick spec
3" tyres, front cargo basket, colour display, responsive brakes
Why choose RIDA?
This is how you get onto a Jorvik without barriers. No frills. Everything that matters.
RIDA+
Mid-range everyday tricycle with added capability
Perfect for
Riders wanting everyday simplicity with light terrain capability
Key features
250w motor, 25-40 mile range, folding frame, hydraulic brakes, rear differential, 3" tyres
What sets it apart
A step up from RIDA. Better components. Better capability. Same simplicity.
Quick spec
Hydraulic disc brakes, rear differential, suspension, Jorvik-branded components
Why choose RIDA+?
Straightforward riding with confidence on rougher ground. Simplicity that refuses to compromise.
RIDA X
A budget entry to mountain riding
Perfect for
First time mountain riders, affordable off-road adventure
Key features
250w motor, 25-40 mile range, 4" tyres, low step-through, suspension, rear differential
What sets it apart
An affordable entry to off-road exploration. Same Jorvik quality and warranty as premium models.
Quick spec
4" puncture-resistant tyres, colour display, suspension, rear differential, Jorvik-branded components
Why choose VANDRA?
Access to adventure doesn’t need a high price tag. This is genuine mountain capability without premium pricing.
Mountain Tricycles
People who want to explore beyond smooth paths. Trails, beaches, woodland, rough terrain. You value capability and off-road engineering.
Battery assisted
Extra wide tyres
Trail rides
DRAKKAR
A premium mountain tricycle, engineered for exploration
Perfect for
Adventurous riders exploring regularly, serious off-road capability
Key features
250w motor, 30-55 mile range, 4" tyres, 7-speed internal gear hub, ground clearance, rear differential, hydraulic brakes
What sets it apart
Engineered specifically for tougher terrains. Ground clearance keeps you above mud and roots. Internal gears that won’t get clogged with dirt
Quick spec
7-speed Shimano NEXUS hub, ground clearance, hydraulic brakes on all 3 wheels
Why choose DRAKKAR?
Serious capability without sacrificing accessibility. A mountain trike for those who want to go further without compromise.
DRAKKAR II
The flagship mountain tricycle with double battery
Perfect for
Serious adventurers, longer days out, riders wanting the premium option
Key features
250w motor, 70-90 mile range (double battery), 4" tyres, 7-speed hub, premium components throughout
What sets it apart
Everything DRAKKAR offers, plus double the range. Smart battery load-balancing. Premium spec. No compromises.
Quick spec
Dual batteries with smart load-balancing, premium components throughout, colour display
Why choose DRAKKAR II?
The ultimate. Double the range. Everything included. Explore further without range anxiety.
Explore Tricycle
People who value portability and freedom to take their tricycle anywhere. Motorhome owners, caravan enthusiasts, city dwellers, or anyone wanting maximum flexibility.
Battery assisted
Foldable
Easy to pack in your car or camper
VANDRA
Lightweight, foldable travel tricycle
Perfect for
Motorhome and caravan owners, weekend travellers, portable independence
Key features
250w motor, 30-55 mile range, folds for storage, lightweight, 16" wheels, low step-through
What sets it apart
Small enough for car boots and caravans. Lightweight. Folds quickly. Takes your independence with you.
Quick spec
Quick-release folding frame, rear differential, hydraulic brakes, 16" wheels
Why choose VANDRA?
You don't leave independence behind. VANDRA travels with you. Lightweight, compact, perfect for those who love to roam.
VANDRA +
The most compact tricycle we make
Perfect for
Motorhome owners where every inch of space counts, smaller riders, maximum portability
Key features
250w motor, 30-55 mile range, folds, lowest stepover we make, 14" wheels, ultra-compact
What sets it apart
Smallest ever. Lowest stepover. Integrated gears in motor (lighter, less maintenance). Fits places VANDRA won't.
Quick spec
14" wheels, lowest stepover, integrated motor gears, compact stability
Why choose VANDRA +?
Maximum compactness without compromise. Perfect for smaller riders. Perfect for tight spaces.
VANDRA X
The off-road version of our compact range
Perfect for
Travellers wanting terrain capability, compact size with adventure readiness
Key features
250w motor, 30-55 mile range, 3" tyres (vs VANDRA's 2.125"), folds, rear differential
What sets it apart
VANDRA's portability with added mountain capability. 3" tyres handle mud and sand. Still folds. Still portable.
Quick spec
3" puncture-resistant tyres, rear differential, 7-speed hub, quick-release folding
Why choose VANDRA x?
Compact doesn't mean compromising on capability. City streets one day, forest trails the next. All in your car boot.
VANDRA II
Premium compact with double battery.
Perfect for
Travellers wanting maximum distance, premium spec in compact form, extended journeys
Key features
250w motor, 60-80 mile range (dual battery), folds, lightweight, premium components
What sets it apart
Double the range in the same compact form. Smart battery load-balancing. Travel freedom without range anxiety.
Quick spec
Dual batteries with smart load-balancing, premium components, colour display, folds, stores anywhere
Why choose VANDRA II?
Maximum range without compromising portability. Go further, travel longer. Our premium travel trike – perfect for holiday adventurers.
Mobility Tricycles
People who need extra stability, comfort, and confidence. Returning to cycling after illness, managing mobility challenges, or wanting maximum reassurance.
Battery assisted
Comfort
Super-stable
Modular Frame
(Can be taken apart)
FRELSI
Specialist mobility tricycle with enhanced comfort and stability
Perfect for
Those needing extra support, returning to cycling, managing mobility challenges, maximum comfort
Key features
250w motor, 30-55 mile range, supportive captain's seat with backrest and armrests, rear dual coil suspension, rear differential, 4" tyres
What sets it apart
This is a real tricycle, not a scooter. You're pedalling, riding, out in the world. With engineering built specifically for your stability and comfort needs.
Quick spec
Supportive captain's seat with armrests, rear coil suspension, 4" tyres, modular frame for travel, rear differential
Why choose FRELSI?
You deserve independence without compromise. Extra stability. Extra comfort. Extra confidence. Engineered exactly for your needs.
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