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HP Velotechnik presents the Gekko and Gekko fx / fx 26 recumbent trikes brochure 2016 (EUR prices)
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Gekko fx – The nimble touring trike from HP Velotechnik Leave your daily grind for a joyride that puts a smile on your face! 2016 recumbent perspectives Fun ride on three wheels HP www.hpvelotechnik.com Velotechnik
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Page 1: HP Velotechnik Gekko / fx / fx 26 brochure english, EUR

Gekko fx – The nimble touring trike from HP VelotechnikLeave your daily grind for a joyride that puts a smile on your face!

2016recumbentperspectives Fun ride on three wheels

HPwww.hpvelotechnik.com

Velotechnik

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Sometimes small course correctionsrender surprising profits in dynamics

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Lean back,let driving pleasure commence

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Time for more enjoyment in life. With the agile Gekko fx touring trike, more than just your posture changeswhile cycling. From now on, treat yourself to luxurious comfort in the recumbent seat of HP Velotechnik’s fastestfolding trike and enjoy all the riding fun on three wheels.

Total indulgenceGekko fx touring trike

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Explore new horizons with your Gekko fx. With impressi-vely stable road holding, elicit maximum riding pleasure fromevery bend on your road with your Gekko fx. But you cut a goodfigure on the Gekko fx even at a leisurely pace!

On the right track here. Besides innovative bicycle technolo-gy, the Gekko fx embodies the many years of tricycle construc-tion experience of the HP Velotechnik specialists. Resilient andwith a lot of traction, the Gekko fx is your faithful companion.

The pleasure of a new perspective:With the Gekko fx, a small change in posturebrings great new perspectives.In terms of ergonomics, your Gekko fx is farsuperior to conventional upright bikes.Lean back on the comfortable trike seat andrelax. Put your feet up casually. Enjoy the sce-nery around you. Healthy living and outsideexercise has never been this easy.The smile on your face reveals: Ahead of youlies extraordinary riding fun!

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Ideal towing vehicle: With your Gekko you can tow two-wheel trailers upto 40 kg. In combination with the auxiliary electric drive, it becomes anexceedingly attractive locomotive set. Good to know:Your trike is better sui-ted for transporting trailers than conventional bikes.With two wheels in thefront, you always have a good view of the widest part.

On the Gekko, you can judge the total width of the front pair better whileriding through narrow areas.You can go with a heavy load on the trike asslow as you want without overturning.You are also visible to children in thetrailer at eye level and can communicate with your little passengers by aquick look over the shoulder.

On Gekko, trailers can be mounted at the dropoutwith virtually all standard coupling systems. For sometrailers, special drawbars for 20" towing vehicles areavailable on request. Please ask your trailer dealer fordetails.

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Out in front for connoisseurs:Your Gekko shows ergonomics at it’s bestFinally a cycle on which you'd like to remain seated for another round after the tour. In terms ofergonomics, your Gekko is far superior to conventional upright bikes. Instead of balancing your wholebody weight on a small, hard saddle, lean back comfortably in the wide mesh seat. The incline of theanatomically shaped backrest can be variably adjusted. It offers pleasant back support and relieves yourspine.You can simply relax and forget about an aching bottom, numb private parts, aching spinal discs ora stiff neck.

To make it easy for you to get in and get out the frame cross member that connects the frontwheels is bent backwards in such a way that you can put your feet securely on the ground close to theseat. Smaller riders will appreciate the built-in, extra wide heel clearance of Gekko.

In the recumbent position you spare your knees when pedaling and can systematically regulatethe stress of the muscles during fitness training.The sporty pedal position of the Gekko enables an opti-mal power support in the seat and gives you a streamlined, fully relaxed posture. Due to the open upperbody posture, constricting pressure on the abdomen and your organs is avoided. Instead, the lungs canfully enlarge and bring your cardiovascular system to full capacity. Learn fast on the Gekko: Riding plea-sure is the best heart rate accelerator!

Test it yourself: Your HP Velotechnik dealer will be glad to show you the new ergonomics of cycling!

The rider is the benchmark. In therecumbent position the disc pressure

amounts to only a third of the bowed ridingposture.Active sitting position strengthens the back

muscles.The urologist Prof. Porst recommends the recum-bent: "This vehicle has all the advantages of a conventional bikewith the additional benefit that it does not restrict the bloodflow in your genital area." The sports physician and urologistProf. Frank Sommer has verified it:The recumbent seat hasbeen the best so far among futuristic saddle designs.

The anatomically shaped seatis covered with a breathable

mesh fabric. By regulating thestraps you can adjust the seat

shape according to your individualback shape.

Practical detail:A zippered pocket issewn in at the upper end of the backrest.

Here you can stow the rain cover or yourkeys, cell phone and wallet within easy

reach.

The optional headrest is adjustable in heightand in inclination.You can comfortably set it

on the back of your head or if you wear ahelmet, at neck height.Washable uphol-stery with reflective tape and belt web-bing for inserting battery-operated rear

lights.

The blue ripstop nylon rain coverwill keep your seat dry when youleave your bike in the rain orsnow.

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Gekko fx 20: From compact size tofull riding pleasure in ten seconds

Speeds up not only your heart rate: This tricycle remarkably unfolds intoa good deal of riding pleasure.To enable you to carry the Gekko fx quite com-pactly wherever you'd like to go, the engineers at HP Velotechnik have equip-ped the foldable version of their nimble touring trike with an amazingly fast,easy-to-operate, sophisticated folding system.

Special feature: All components remain mounted on the trike – unlikeconventional folding trikes, in which the seat, wheels or rack must be removedfirst and transported separately. HP Velotechnik's patented Dual Flat Fold (D.F.F.)system implements this on the Gekko fx with just two quick release levers.With little practice, you can foldyour Gekko fx into a compactsize of 83 x 52 x 82 cm in tenseconds. See how it is done onthe right.

Your advantage: After theswift folding, the package can beparked vertically to save space. Soyou can carry it easily along win-ding stairways or pull it behindyou on the integrated transportwheels.

Cunning design: The solidframe construction of the Gekkofx combines a secure road hol-ding with a sporty handling, preci-se steering, low weight and maxi-mum acceleration. The framecross member elegantly curves tothe front and is positioned closeto the seat. Together with therugged, wide angle-adjustablehandlebar enables you to get inand out of the seat very easily.

The experience is in thedetails.Your dealer can advise youand show you how beautifully theGekko fx unfolds on a test ride!

Seat height . . . . . . . . . 35 cm (13.7")BB height . . . . . . . . . . . 38 – 48 cm (15 – 19")Seat angle . . . . . . . . . . . 39 – 47° adjustableWheel size . . . . . . . . . 20" (ETRTO 406)Max. tire width . . . . 5 cm (2")Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 cm (32 ¾")Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 –197 cm (65 –78") Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 cm (32") (upright seat)Folding system . . . . . HP Dual Flat Fold D.F.F.Folded dim. . . . . . . . . . from 83 x 52 x 82 cm

(32¾ x 20½ x 32 1/3")Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . 100 cm (39 1/3")Track width . . . . . . . . 78 cm (30 ¾")Turning circle . . . . . . 4,25 m (167") outsideGround clearance . 13 cm (5 1/8")Handlebar width . . 58 cm (22 ¾")Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . from 15.8 kg with pedalsPayload max. . . . . . . . 130 kg (286 lbs) Frame material . . . . Aluminum 7005 T4/T6Powder coating . . . . Magma Red, Deep Blue,

custom colorRider size . . . . . . . . . . . approx. 1.60–2.00 m

(5¼´– 6½´)Warranty on frame 10 years

Technical dataGekko fx 20

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Folded dimensions: 83 cm wide, 52 cm deep, 82–116 cm tall (32¾x20½x82 1/3 – 45 2/3") (depending on front boom pullout and chain ring size).The front wheels can be easily removed with a bolteach, then the width is only 73 cm and the folded package is even less bulky. HP Velotechnik’s innovative folding technology is patented by the German Patent office (DE102010006378A1).Folding trikes can be a easy as this: 1) Open the quick release lever behind the seat and fold the backrest forward. 2) Secure backrest on the frame cross member with the integrated Velcrostrap. 3) Open quick release lever on the folding joint at the frame center and simultaneously unlock the safety bolt against spring pressure and open the folding joint upward a bit.4) Carry out the D.F.F.-Move: Place one hand on the front of the main frame tube, the other on the back of the seat stay. Lift frame and turn sideways and in a smooth motion fold the rear wheeltransversely below the frame. 5) Lock the rear end on the main frame with safety strap. 6) Set the compact package upright on the integrated foot stand. Experienced folders do it in 10 seconds.Alternatively, you can proceed as follows after step 3, which takes a little more time: 4a) Tilt wheel to the side, so that it is supported on the right front tire. Swivel the rear end to the front.5a) Lock the rear end on the main frame with safety strap. 6a) Set the compact package upright on the integrated transport wheels.

Video-Link: See foryourself how surprisin-gly fast the Gekko foldsup in our short movie„The Gekko Rider“.Scan the QR-Code or:https : / /youtu.be/aqZ8-y tw6cY

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The Gekko fx with 26 inch rear wheelLong wheelbase, dynamic performance

Impressive: the elegant notchback. The powerful, curved seat stayappears to transfer the power directly into the pilot seat of this trike.The long wheelbase in combination with the dynamically swept forwardcross members give the large Gekko fx 26 it's own prominent languageof design.

An elegant addition to the Gekko class: for the Gekko fx 26 the large 26inch rear wheel offers dynamic propulsion.The advantages are clear: with theslender drive section behind the cockpit, comfortable driving characteristicsincrease perceptably. Key points are smooth running, less rolling resistance andeasy rolling over obstacles.

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With the right kind of bikehappiness is just - round the corner

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The HP VELOTECHNIK seat system creates an exemplaryergonomic connection at the main interface betweenthe rider and the trike.The well-ventilated mesh seatof the Gekko fx is integrated in the frame structurefor maximum stability.The seat features an anatomical-ly shaped, adjustable reclining backrest and a handy zip-pered pocket for your important little things.

Comfortable ergo handlebars under the seat.Wrists and neck muscles arerelieved. HP VELOTECHNIK's tried and tested steering geometry combinessmooth directional stability with impressive maneuverability. Solid bearingwith adjustable cartridge headset on the handlebar and maintenance-free sea-led joint heads on the tie rods.The lightweight, high strength knuckles areforged and CNC machined for maximum tracking stability.They are mountedwith durable, adjustable headsets rather outside on the frame.

The Gekko fx has a very safe braking action due to the low center of gravity and the long wheelbase.The standard disc brakes ensure maximum braking power even in bad weather.The front wheels arecontrolled separately so that you can selectively brake the inner wheel when cornering. Due to HPVELOTECHNIK's sophisticated steering geometry, there is no effect on the steering when braking. Onrequest, we mount mechanically or hydraulically coupled front brakes with one-hand operation and aV-brake on the rear wheel as a parking brake.

Wider is better:The wider the track width, the higher is the tilt stability and the fasteryour trike is when cornering. For this purpose the broad track of 78 cm (30¾") of theGekko fx provides a lot of room between the wheels for your hands on the wide handle-bars, allowing much wider steering angle for a small turning circle.To enable your trike toslip casually through doors and gates, HP VELOTECHNIK has developed narrow hubs for alow total width of only 83 cm (32¾").

With the pedal positioned signifi-cantly higher than the seat, anefficient power transmission isfacilitated and alongside theoptionally adjustable reclined sea-ting position underscores thesporty nature of your Gekko fx.

With the optional quick frame adjustment, the lengthcan be adjusted more quickly.The chain length modifica-tion is compensated by smooth pulleys. By sliding in thefront boom during transport, your Gekko fx is evenmore compact.

After loosening the two clamping bolts at the frame bot-tom, the frame is set to your leg length by sliding thefront boom in or out from the main frame.

Double safety:The sturdy folding joint has a safety boltthat is unlocked against spring pressure after the quickrelease is disengaged. Stainless steel precision folding axisfrom HP VELOTECHNIK.

Protects your clothes and thechain:The drivetrain is virtuallycompletely covered.The specialchain guide tubes made of dura-ble plastic ensure minimum fric-tion and quiet operation.

Practical during transport: HP VELOTECHNIK has develo-ped unique open knuckles:The front wheels can beremoved easily along with the brake discs by loosening asingle screw. (Standard equipment)

Compact, smooth-running wheels, optimized for the high side forces on the tri-cycle.The black anodized HP VELOTECHNIK tricycle rims with rugged aero hol-low section combine excellent directional stability, maximum lateral stiffnessand low weight for quick acceleration.Wide, highly resilient tires with punctureprotection. HP VELOTECHNIK hubs with maintenance-free, sealed precision ballbearings. Rust-proof stainless steel spokes.

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Seat height . . . . . . . . . 35 cm (13 ¾")BB height . . . . . . . . . . . 43 cm (17")Seat angle . . . . . . . . . . . 39 – 47° adjustableWheel size . . . . . . . . . 20" front / 26" rearMax. tire width . . . . 5 cm (2")Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 cm (32 ¾")Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187–219 cm (73–86") Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 cm (32") (upright seat)Folding system . . . . . HP Dual Flat Fold D.F.F.Folded dim. . . . . . . . . . from 83 x 58 x 107cm

32 x 23 x 42"Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . 114 cm (45")Track width . . . . . . . . 78 cm (30 ¾")Turning circle . . . . . . 4,65 m (15¼´) outsideGround clearance . 13 cm (5 1/8")Handlebar width . . 58 cm (22 ¾")Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . from 16.7 kg (38.8 lbs)Payload max. . . . . . . . 130 kg (286 lbs)Frame material . . . . Aluminum 7005 T4/T6Powder coating . . . . Magma Red, Deep Blue,

custom colorRider size . . . . . . . . . . . approx. 1.60–2.00 m

(5¼´–6½´)Warranty on frame 10 years

Technical DataGekko fx 26

In spite the inclination towards larger things the Gekko fx 26 can makeitself small, just like it's kid brother with the 20 inch rear wheel. In no time at all.A practiced trike rider will take only 10 seconds to fold his vehicle to a size of 107x 83 x 58 cm.

Thanks to the patented HP Velotechnik Dual Flat Fold System (D.F.F.) noparts have to be dismantled. Not even if you have chosen to equipp your trike theoptional electric motor and battery!

Attractive views: The Gekko fx 26 rapidlyunfolds lots of driving pleasure

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for short peopleA great trikeGekko fxs A tricycle for short people: With the Gekko fxs, HP Velotechnik caters to the whole family with anew vehicle class, representing safety and a multitude of individual adjustment possibilities

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How many bikes does a child need as it grows up? We at HP Velotechnik give a sim-ple answer: just one! Our newest addition to the Gekko model family can also grow.Thanks to the new Triple-Vario design, the trike can be adapted for riders between1,20 m to 1,80 m (3'11" to 5'11") with just a few simple adjustments.

The Gekko fxs stands solidly on three wheels. The crossbar of the reinforcedframe connects the two front wheels elegantly while sweeping significantly furtherrearwards to the seat than on other trikes, enabling an easy access to the vehicle.Therider benefits from the vehicle's safe road handling, allowing anyone who feels uncer-tain about riding or people with balance issues to confidently ride and exercise outside.

As well as the frame being extendible at two different places, the comfortableOrthoFlex mesh seat has been given a dose of growth hormone by our passionate desi-gners. Special care has been given to make this trike ultimately easy to use, have a com-pact folding size, and to be a perfect match for our comprehensive range of adaptivecycling equipment.

The versatility of this vehicle is not only that it is an ideal cycle that can growwith a rider as they progress from child to adult. It is HP Velotechnik's first ever tad-pole trike to be aimed at a part of the population that the industry often neglects: veryshort riders. Previous series models in the special bike segment were commonly desi-gned for rider heights starting around 1,60 m (5'3").This meant that the non-tipping,ergonomically-optimised vehicles were unsuitable for a significant part especially of thefemale population – the average height of women in Germany is just under 1,65 m(5'5")! The Gekko fxs is furthermore a highly adjustable vehicle for use in the thera-peutic segment thanks to an extensive set of speciality accessories.

The Gekko fxs is based on thecompany's tried-and-tested designwith its two characteristic frontwheels.This design technique, refer-red to as tadpole-design by trikeexperts, is famed for its riding stabi-lity especially when a rider brakesduring hard cornering. HP Velo-technik design at its best:The frameis based on a main tube that holds

the bottom bracket boom and it ends under the seat, where the folding hinge is loca-ted: On the Gekko fxs, both parts can now be extended while keeping the rider’s cen-ter of gravity at the ideal spot; previously it was only possible to extend the frontboom.This leads to the extraordinary adaptability of this impressively stable vehicle.

Great perspectives for short people:Gekko fxs – the trike that grows with your needs!

Why is the 8 year old Leonie smiling? Because as she grows, so does her Gekko fxs! The revolutionary concept from HP Velotechnik allows the frame to fit peo-ple from 3'11" to 5'11" within minutes.The trike comes standard with a easy-to-operate SHIMANO Nexus Premium internal gear hub, powerful disc brakes, pedals withfoot clamps and heel straps, retention belt, LED-lights with dynamo, Trikefenders and a stable rear carrier. You can customize the trike according to your needs withHP Velotechnik's components options such as hand rests, long handlebars, one-hand-operation for brakes and shifters or a strong electric drive with electric reverse gear.You'll find all options and prices on the last pages of this brochure.

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Seat height . . . . . . . . . 36 cm (14.2")BB height . . . . . . . . . . . 37 – 44 cm (14.6 – 17.3")Seat angle . . . . . . . . . . . 48 – 64° adjustableWheel size . . . . . . . . . 20" (ISO 406)Max. tire width . . . . 5 cm (2") Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 cm (32.7")Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 – 175 cm (54 – 69")Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 cm (34") (upright seat)Folding system . . . . . HP Dual Flat Fold D.F.F.Folded dim. . . . . . . . . . from 92 x 57 x 86 cm

(36.2 x 22.4 x 33.8")Wheelbase . . . . . . . . . 91,5 – 99 cm (36 – 39")Turning circle . . . . . . 78 cm (30.7")Track width . . . . . . . . 4,55 m (15´) outsideGround clearance . 9 cm (3.5")Handlebar width . . 57 – 63 cm (22.4 – 25")Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . from 16.5 kg (36.4 lbs)Payload max. . . . . . . . 100 kg (220 lbs)Frame material . . . . aluminum 7005 T4/T6Powder coating . . . . magma red or

custom color

Rider size . . . . . . . . . . . 1,20–1,80 m (3'11"–5'11")Warranty on frame 10 years

Technical DataGekko fxs

For the HP Velotechnik's expert engineers, the topic of perfect ergono-mic fit in no way ends with the frame. The highly versatile OrthoFlex baselength can be infinitely adjusted together with the rear frame within a range of7 cm (2.7"). The seat angle can also be adjusted to between 48 and 64 degrees.This is noticeably more upright than on the Gekko fxs's more sporty cousins.

A unique feature of the OrthoFlex seat: With eight individually adju-stable padding sections, almost anybody's back and almost any spine size canbe precisely supported! Providing ergonomic back and lateral support hasnever been easier than this: The sides of the seat are equipped with specialpockets – their openings are clearly marked by blue ribbons.You can arrangethe eight individually adjustable padding elements in the pockets according tothe rider's needs.Width adjustments are therefore possible, as are adjustmentsin the lordotic area (lower lumbar spine). And as your child grows, you cansimply re-arrange the padding.The OthoFlex-seat is also a practical base plat-form for therapeutic changes by an orthopaedic technician who can installcustom seat support pads in the pockets with ease.

For riders under 1,40 m (4'7"), padding elements can be added in theupper seat back area as a head rest or on the side of the head as an orienta-tion support. Larger riders can install an optional head rest, adjustable in bothheight and angle.A retention belt is standard.

The OrthoFlex seat is equipped with a washable mesh seat and reflexstrips for improved visibility at night.You will find a practical pouch in the topof the seat where you can put small items like keys, wallet as well as an optio-nal rain protection cover for the seat.

The vario-elements are extremely easy to use and their function on themagma-red trike is highlighted through the use of colour. Simply open the bluequick release lever and the components can instantly be extended or contrac-ted.

Our dedicated engineers regard flexibility as particularly important espe-cially at 'contact points': if riders are uncomfortable, as upright cyclists oftenexperience with saddles, sore wrists or a stiff neck, they won't use the cycle.With the Gekko fxs the ride offers full comfort.

The positive health benefits of recumbent cycling for the heart, nervoussystem, joints and muscles will only be achieved if the rider uses their exerci-se trike with continuous passion.With the Gekko fxs, people can now exerci-se outside with joy and ease.

If the rider needs extra guidance, HP Velotechnik can install its uniquecompanion bar. It allows an escort to actively control the trike's steering andbrakes as well as to give the rider a little extra push. As the escort walks onthe left side next to the rider, communication between the two is always pos-sible.Shorter people in particular, often had to settle for solutions that were farfrom ergonomically beneficial for their anatomy – now the Gekko fxs com-fortably adapts to their needs!

Finaly a trike, that fully adapts to your needs:The Gekko fxs with infinetely adjustable OrthoFlex-seat

The OrthoFlex seat is equipped with eight adjustable padding cushions. The pockets for the padding are closed with hook-and-loop straps.

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ExtraEnergyGekko fx E-Trike

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Spectacular advantage for your Gekko fx with the GO SWISSDRIVE motor system is the elec-tric reverse gear.With this reversing and maneuvering work on the touch of a button withouthaving to get out of the drivers seat. Here the trikes can really play their trump card, whenreversing at speeds up to 1.86 mph.The remote control is attached directly at the handlebarson top of the grip. Everything can be controlled intuitively by thumb on the touch pads, withouthaving to look.Though orientating becomes easy when looking at the 3.2 inch colour display.The control unitis extremely versatile. Via the in-built Bluetooth interface incoming cell phone calls can beannounced while riding.Tour data can be read out with the help of an app directly to your smartphone.Via the powered (5V - 1A) USB port devices like a phone can be charged.

HP Velotechnik's strong wish booster:The Gekko E-Trike with a powerful electric motorMore and more people are discovering the new cycling experience withcasually elevated legs and a laid-back seating position on our touring trikes.The mega trend "electric bikes" appears at its best, in fact, on a trike.The stre-amlined seating posture saves valuable energy, enabling the precious batterypower to be efficiently utilized for an optimal cruising range.

Do you want to integrate this tailwind as well? Would you like toclimb your local hill with a smile, along with a trailer? Or commute fullyrelaxed? Select HP Velotechnik's optional electric auxiliary drive. Step on thepedals and a nearly silent hub drive gives you support on demand up to threetimes your pedaling power.That is easy. Literally, because our systems belongto the most powerful E-assist drives with the lowest weights in the market.

Eminently convincing: The trike ride with your Gekko fx is exquisitelymaintained by well-designed control technology; no jerking, no noise and nofault-prone gas lever! The e-assist system is very secure.The support is acti-vated only if you push on the pedals. So there is no danger of the engine acce-lerating excessively.The engine power starts quietly at the first crank revolu-tion and is automatically regulated once the speed reaches 25 km/h (15 mph,USA version: 32 km/h (20 mph)). Above this speed, your trike rides almost likea normal Gekko fx again – without gear friction losses thanks to the gearlesshub motor.

Another big plus is gained by due to the ability to produce electricity andnot only consume it.When you pull the brake lever, the engine switches intogenerator modus. It decelerates and produces electricity.This charges the bat-tery while sparing your brakes. Thus riding downhill brings in a part of thepower reserves consumed during the ascent.This ability is called recuperation,which can extend the range by up to 10 percent.

Practical: With the adjustable recuperation resistance, your Gekko fxbecomes a comfortable exercise recumbent, if you keep it at home on a trai-ning roller.You can recharge the removable battery easily in a few hours using a powersocket. And a smile:A whole recharge of riding fun with environmental friend-ly green power will cost you only a few cents.

As an E-trike is exposed to much higher loads than a conventional trike, theengineers at HP Velotechnik have equipped the Gekko with a high-strength,high-volume aluminum frame especially designed for the E-Trike application.The ergonomic mesh seat with a built-in luggage bag is an integral part of theframe structure and provides for maximum torsional rigidity.

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GO SWISSDRIVE G45

Assisted speeds . . . . up to 25 km/h (15 mph)

USA: 32 km/h (20 mph)

Start assist . . . . . . . . . . up to 6 km/h (3.5 mph)

Reverse gear . . . . . . . . up to 3 km/h (1.8 mph)

Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . up to 130 km (81 mi)

(flat smooth road, 20° C / at 60 %

68° F, rider weight 68 kg

(150 lbs), no head wind)

Force amplification . . 0/60/120/180/240/300 %

Max. torque . . . . . . . . . . 45 Nm

Rated power . . . . . 250 W

Motor weight . . . . . . . 5.6 kg

Rechargeable battery . . . . . BMZ 36V Li-Ion

removable, with lock

Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15,5 Ah

Energy content . . . . . 558 Wh

Battery weight . . . . . . 2.9 kg (6.4 lbs)

Battery life . . . . . . . . . . . 800–1000 charging cycles

Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BMZ 5A 220 V

USA: 3A 110 V

Charging time . . . . . . . 3,5 hours (USA: 6 hours)

no memory effect

Charger weight . . . . . 0.55 kg (1.2 lbs)

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 years

Drivetrain . . . . . . . . . . . SHIMANO XT 27-speed

bar end shifters

20": 40-52-60 / 11–34

26": 30-42-52 / 11–34

Additional weight . . ca. 9.6 kg compared

to basic spec.

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . USB, Bluetooth

Technical data

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The Gekko touring trike wonthe prestigious Eurobike Award inGold for its particularly innovativedesign and above-average productquality. The judging panel of specia-list journalists, design experts andbicycle technicians at the IF – INTERNATIONAL DESIGN FORUM

based their decision on criteria such as efficiency, ergonomics,utility, weight, safety, environmental friendliness, and work-manship.

„The marketing line: the Gekko can befolded in 10 seconds without removing anyparts, to stowing dimensions of 82 x 52 x83 cm and be placed on its polymer buf-fers, could be replicated at the trade faireven by non trained passers-by“

HANS-HEINRICH PARDEY,FRANKFURTER ALLGEMEINE ZEITUNG

Lean back and browse: the Gekko press reviews portfolio

„This thing just offers a full lot of driving pleasure - while beingfoldable and therefore finally transportable!“Nils Holger Moormann, in the explanations of the jury for the design award "Eurobike Gold Award" 2011

„The Gekko fx is a non-suspended trike (a first for HPVelotechnik) thatcan fold up in an amazingly fast 7 – 8 seconds.The seat stays mounted to theframe and the entire thing locks together into a very easy to handle package.( . . . ) The Gekko's 13" seat height and swept cruciform make it very easy toget in and out of. The seat angle is adjustable from 34 – 42 degrees whichshould satisfy all but the sportiest of riders.The bottom bracket isn't parti-cularly high and the handlebars are very adjustable. The Gekko's cockpit isdefinitely a very nice place to be (…)It also has that same solid and quiet personality that all HP Velotechniks have.The Gekko just feels like a trike that will last many, many years (…)Of course, what really puts this trike on the map is its fold ( . . . )Lifting and maneuvering the folded trike is very easy since it all clicks toget-her and stays folded (…) I'm very impressed indeed.“BRYAN J. BALL, MANAGING EDITOR, BENTRIDERONLINE

„The electric bike trend shows it’s best side in this type of bike: theaerodynamical seating position saves energy, so that the battery capacity canbe used to the full extend. ( . . . ) The easily removable battery is placed behindthe driver for a balanced weight distribution. (…) Because an electric bikehas to handle higher strains than a conventional bike, the engineers have pro-vided the Gekko fx with a solid frame made from high tensile strength, volu-minous aluminium tubing. The ergonomic, well ventilated mesh seat withincorporated bag is an integrated part of the frame construction and provi-des additional torsion resistance“ RADMARKT

„The motor option on the Gekko is quite obvious, but even as the bighub motor and the battery are difficult to ignore optically, both still fit har-monically into the over all picture of the trike.This is one of the advantages(…): the lines of the design do not change as much as they would with mostconventional bicycles when motor option are added.“FRANKFURTER ALLGEMEINE ZEITUNG

„No holding back in driving pleasure: lively and with a strong step-off theGekko zooms over the road, its turning circle being satisfyingly small at only4,25 m. ( . . . ) The new HP Velotechnik vehicle lives up to its name when itsticks like the proverbial glue to the road in fast corners.Pedal furiously, zip through corners, slow down controllably with disc brakes– a driving machine almost like a go-cart.“ RADMARKT

„The Gekko is loads of fun to ride, with a very tight turning radius,responsive steering, and good behavior on descents. It wants to stay on theground in fast curves, but it is not hard to ride on two wheels if you like thatsort of thing. (….) It is also a handsome trike, with attention to details thatgive me little bursts of pleasure. (….)What caught my eye about the German-made Gekko was that it folds so sim-ply, with just two quick-release levers, and, more importantly, that you do nothave to remove the seat. (…) But it is truly quick and easy, and without com-promising the solidity of the frame. And it folds up neatly even without remo-ving the fenders (mudguards), rack, and neckrest. It doesn't get more conve-nient than that . (…)As a commuter, a grocery-getter, a load hauler, a travel trike, and a head-tur-ning recreational vehicle, the Gekko represents good value for the money. Tryone out and see what you think.“ MARGRET LOOSE, BENTRIDERONLINE

„Due to the maximum torque of 40 Nm the driver reaches 15,5mph in just second. When the electric assist function then cuts off at thelegal limit, the drives feels as if a small brake chute has popped open behind.( . . . ) But even at moderate speeds, between 12.5 –15.5 mph the bike is anawful lot of fun. At the latest from assist level 2 on the motor enables eff-ortless movement – on inclines too. Downhill the disc brakes do an excellentjob of slowing down.Conclusion:This trike has highly addictive potential.“ ELEKTRORAD

We fell in love with the „Dual Flat Fold“ System: With a little practi-ce, you can fold the trike in less than ten seconds to a pack size of 83 x 52 x82 cm. ( . . . ) Conclusion:The „Gekko fx“ is suitable for everyday use, impres-ses with unique, detailed solutions and offers even without suspension racyand safe riding qualities.The model is ( . . . ) definitly a real winner.VELOTOTAL

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Reclinein style

Their shared passion for innovative bike technologybrought founders of HP VELOTECHNIK, Paul Hollants and DanielPulvermüller, together early on. Already as students they becamethe winner of a national engineering competition with their fullysuspended tricycle velomobile, which was the foundation stonefor an impressive development from a garage lab to one of themost advanced bike and trike manufacturers in Germany. Whilestill studying industrial engineering and mechanical engineering atthe Technical University of Darmstadt, Hollants and Pulvermüllerstarted their own business in 1993. The company nameHP VELOTECHNIK is composed of the surnames of the foundersand also alludes to the English name of the still exotic vehicles ofthat time: Human Powered Vehicles.

Behind the scenes

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Today, the engineers at HP VELOTECHNIK have more than twodecades of experience on the design and optimization of bikes, tri-kes and accessories for active people. With over 35 expert engi-neers, skilled mechanics and dedicated customer service specia-lists, HP VELOTECHNIK manufactures around 2000 bikes and trikesper year and is one of the leading manufacturers delivering pre-mium recumbents to Europe and the USA. All signs point to futu-re growth: An increasing proportion is exported to more distantregions such as Australia, Japan or South Africa.

In the spacious recumbent factory in Kriftel close toFrankfurt, Germany, each trike is built to order by hand by specia-lised technicians. A welding shop enables own prototyping,Computer-controlled test stands assist in the quality assurance ofthe bikes and trikes.The focus is on the design of innovative cyclesand matching accessories and the assembly according to customerrequirements using the comprehensive modular system. The basisof success of the developments are thereby the extensive ridingexperiences of thousands of customers all over the world.

“HP VELOTECHNIK stands for innovative, reliablerecumbent technology on two or three wheels:fast bikes and trikes on which one can enjoythe panoramic views with laid-back comfortand style. Ergonomics and refined design actat the forefront. Forget about pressure pointsin the nether regions, sore wrists or a stiffneck. No matter whether you are commutingor are on a grand cycle journey – on our bikesand trikes you feel good, look good and makegood progress.”

Before an idea becomes part of reality HP VELOTECHNIK’s skil-led engineers perform accurate reseach and tests. They team upwith cooperating universities to ensure the latest technical appro-ach.They strictly believe in well engineered, long lasting, high quali-ty products instead of fast product cycles.Based on the same principles, HP VELOTECHNIK exclusively distribu-tes their premium products through a well-trained network of spe-cialised cycling stores. These retailers ensure an excellent advice,extended test rides and a premium after-sales service.

Paul Hollants, one ofthe two founders ofHP VELOTECHNIK, publicrelations and businessmanagement director

Outstanding design.Hollants and Pulver-müller are convinced:great technology has tolook great – sleek, lean,structured and functio-nal. That is why HPVELOTECHNIK'S productshave been distinguishedwith multiple renowneddesign awards.

During pre-assembly Julian Kreuz gives the freshly powder coated enduro frames around trip on the carousel. Here the folding hinges and the suspension are assembled.

A front wheel finds it's place on the forged high tensile strength wheel carrier of theScorpion fs Enduro chassis. For this model blue bellows protect the strut.

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The focus is on people. At HP VELOTECHNIK trikes are desi-gned on the basis of your needs, modern construction methodsand ergonomical sense, down to the smallest detail.Modular, orthopaedically designed seating systems help creatinga perfect link between you and the bike. Plenty of riding plea-sure is always included!

Computerized pressure distribution analy-sed on a BodyLink seat for the ideal shape.

Measuring realtime material stresses forFEM analysis in the 3D CAD model.

Overload testing during prototype test rideson the road and in more extreme situations

Inhouse testing banks for rigorous functionaland fatigue strength tests of components.

CEO Daniel Pulvermüller gets his hands dirty during prototype production.The series frames made of high-strength aluminum alloy are welded and heat treated by dedicated frame builders in partner factorys.

The centerpiece: The lightweight, rigid frame is madefrom high-strength, large diameter tubes of 7005 T6 aluminumalloy.The CNC-machined tubes, custom press forged folding hin-ges and laser-cut plates are linked through precise craftsmanshipwith impressive finely scaled, heavy-duty welding seams in theTIG process.

Tricycles are exposed to high tor-sional forces when cornering, accelera-ting and braking, particularly with aheavy luggage load. In order to effi-ciently bring your pedaling force on theroad any time and to optimize drivingsafety in extreme conditions, the engi-neers at HP VELOTECHNIK minimize flexing of the frame. Anexample: HP VELOTECHNIK’s high-strength aluminum main frametube with a solid 2 mm wall thickness provides a 34 % increasein torsional stiffness compared to a steel tube of similar weightand a wall thickness of 1 mm. You will feel it at once: the preci-sion of the steering, the sporty handling and safe braking.

Each frame undergoes a heat treatment process to removestresses from bending and welding and to achieve its maximumstrength.The frame is perfectly smoothened before receiving aninside and outside anti-corrosion coating. For a uniquely brilliantfinish, the frames then are painted by hand with a tough powdercoating. Depending on your chosen color, it will be either a deeprich multilayer color or a combination of base color and clearcoating. Besides the offered standard colors, all Gekko fx customtrike models can be painted in your preferred custom color!

Master craftsman and precision mechanic Jakob Lamnek teaches the newgeneration of mechanics: attention to detail is the base for precision.

About 1500 diffe-rent componentsare awaiting theirassembly in an indi-vidually configuredbike in the recum-bent maker’s stores.

HP VELOTECHNIK:Pure recumbentpassion to enjoy!

Trike development at HP VELOTECHNIK

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“A driving sensation like in formula 1, enormous stability on snow orgravel or with luggage facing a hill climb – who ever has tested our tou-ring trikes has quickly been fascinated by the driving pleasure.And you don't even have to take your feet off the pedals for your snackbreak!”

HP VELOTECHNIK is committed to the advancement of cycling in the following associations:

CEO Daniel Pulvermüller, engineering and production director

Workshop manager Arne Ulrich assembles an individually configured Scorpion fs 26 Enduro.

Top: Well greased? Shazil Mvungi inspects the folding joint of a Scorpion fs. More than 25 apprentices have learned theirtrade at HP VELOTECHNIK. The scope of apprenticeships covers bicyle mechatronics as well as wholesale and exportmerchants.Left: Tuesday is barbecue day. Gregor Stabenow from the sales team checks things on the grill which has been weldedto a double-seater-sofa-tandem by the apprentices during one of their projects.Right: Once years it is open day at the factory. Paul Hollants explains to the public how the wheels get to roll.

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Equipment options and accessories from HP Velotechnik:Your Gekko fx custom trike conforms entirely to your requirements

HP VELOTECHNIK's Trikefender offers anexcellent splash protection, especiallyon the side of the rider. Elegant, inter-nal mounting with height adjustmentfor tires up to 50 mm (2") width.

Protection against wind and weather:The Streamer front fairing from HPVELOTECHNIK keeps your feet warm andlegs dry. It can be easily removed viaquick release lever and can be rolledup for transport. Drop shape for lowwind resistance.Weight approx 2.2 kg.Transparent, unbreakable plastic.

Component options for individualists: Do you have your own idea of theideal cycle technology? With our modular system you can configure your triketo fit you perfectly. For your Gekko fx custom trike you can obtain a systemof reliable equipment parts that we have developed specifically for tough eve-ryday use.The Streamer front fairing for example extends the cycling seasonto the whole year. In the development of our Trikefender mudguards we havedevoted particular attention to the side splash guard for the trike application.

For the gear and brake systems we mount reliable, easy to use com-ponents from reputable manufacturers.We also combine this with unconven-tional solutions, such as the one-hand operation for brake and gear. Wouldyou like to have your Gekko fx built according to your own ideas with equip-ment options other than those listed on the back of this catalog? Then we willprovide the complete trike technology to your dealer with our frame kit.

In any case you can ask your dealer for detailed advice. Disc brakes andhub gears can make noise; tire and chain drive wear out.Your dealer knowsthe advantages and disadvantages of the different components, provides youwith the correct service intervals and would be glad to customize your Gekkofx for your purpose, individual riding style and needs. With the extensiveHP Velotechnik worldwide dealer network, you can rely on perfect service inyour vicinity. Check our dealer database at www.hpvelotechnik.com fordetails.

You can look forward to many years of fascinating riding pleasure!

The sturdy luggage rack is made of 10mm tube and carries up to 25 kg. It istailor-fit for the Gekko fx. Your bagsare held by the two-strut structure at asafe distance from the rear wheel.Practical detail: Integrated hoop guardfor the rear light.When folding the rackremains fixed to the frame.

Highlight:The SON hub dynamo lightingsystem for your Gekko fx. Unmatchedefficiency and extremely light. Alwaysready for use, even in rain and snow,whereas tire-driven dynamos slip off.Ultra bright 60 lux LED headlamp B&MIQ Premium Fly Licht24 with extra safetythrough daytime headlights. B&MLinetec LED taillight. Parking light front& rear.Twin-wire cable in the frame.

The SHIMANO DuraAce bar-end shiftersperfectly fit into the hand and enablequick and precise shifting. For the SRAM

DualDrive hub/derailleur, we offer bar-end shifters instead of twist-grip shif-ters along with a SHIMANO XT rearderailleur and an XT cassette with11–34 teeth as a 27-speed option.Development is 1.50–8.50 m. (59–335")

ROHLOFF Speedhub gear system: 14evenly graded gears in a hub. Easy touse with our extra-long twist grip.Low-maintenance, enclosed gear unit inoil bath. Chain tensioner and externalgear cable box for easy rear wheelremoval. Development is 1.45 to 7.63m (57–300").The hub is anodized inelegant black matching our front wheelhubs.

SHIMANO XT gear system: The reliableSHIMANO XT 27-speed derailleur,SHIMANO XTcassette with 11–34 teeth,TRUVATIV / HP chainring set 40-52-60teeth with integrated chain guard ring,easy to use SHIMANO DuraAce bar-endshifters. Development is 1.80–8.20 m(71–323").

Tire change:The standard 20"SCHWALBE Tryker (40 mm) trike tiresprovide excellent grip, precise steeringand good wear resistance. (left in pic.)You may select the heavier SCHWALBE

Marathon Plus tires (47 mm) for out-standing protection from punctures.

Hand rest: a real increase in comfortfor all trike drivers.The hands steerlightly without having to support theweights of the lower arm.The comfort-ably padded hand rests can be individu-ally adjusted to all angles and inclina-tions.Also available with a possibility tofixate the lower arm – an ideal add-onfor the one-hand operation of brakesand drivetrain.

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The standing-up support provides twogrips, one positioned at each sideabove the left and right front wheel.They provide a firm grip and comehandy to lift yourself up from the seator to support when getting into yourtrikes.The standing-up support can beeasily removed with one screw.

Pedal with heel strap:The alternativefor those who do not want or may notbe able to use SPD® system pedals.Easy entry with any kind of shoethrough the automatically self-rightingpositioning. One hand tightening allowsfor safe and efficient pedalling. Onegrasp is enough to release the shoeagain when needed.

The Ergo safety pedal allows fixationand an adjustment to the angle and thewidth of a foot. Practical large, one-hand operated hook-and-loop fastenersfeaturing an integrated steel spring.TheSPD® pedal allows some lateral move-ment to ease the load on the jointswhen pedalling and offers real emer-gency exit options.

The Ergo pedal with lower leg sup-port: especially for users with functio-nal impairments of feet and lower legs.This allows simultaneous active andpassive movements which can mobilisewith every turn of the crank.Angle,width and height of the lower leg sup-port are adjustable.This version doesnot rely on an SPD® pedal for stabilityreasons.

Easy insertion, safe transport and fastremoval of walking aids.The practicalfastener adjusts seamlessly to diame-ters from 0.78 to 1.18 inches. HPVelotechnik's stainless steel clip fixatesthe walking aid and releases it againwith a non-fumbling one hand opera-tion.

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GES

GEF GEL

GES

GEF

GEL

The choice is yours!Our modular kit for your dream trike:

Basic model❏ Gekko fx 20 (GEF) foldable touring trike, 20 inch rear wheel, rider size 1,60 – 2,00 m . . . . . . . 2.490,00

(5¼´– 6½´), basic model with SRAM X4 derailleur drivetrain ❏ Gekko fx 26 (GEL) foldable touring trike, 26 inch rear wheel, rider size 1,60 – 2,00 m . . . . . . . 2.590,00

(5¼´– 6½´), basic model with SRAM X4 derailleur drivetrain❏ Gekko fxs (GES) foldable trike with individually adjustable OrthoFlex-seat, 20 inch . . . . . . . . 3.990,00

rear wheel, rider size 1,20 –1,80 m (4´– 6´), basic model includes SHIMANO Nexus Premium 8-speed internal gear hub with twist shifter,lights, rear rack, mudguards, pedals with heel straps and foot clamps

● Basic configuration ❍ Option, no upcharge■ Option with upcharge – Not available

● Basic configuration ❍ Option, no upcharge■ Option with upcharge – Not available

Drivetrain Gearing

❏ SRAM X4 24 speed derailleur gearing with SRAM twist shifters, TRUVATIV Isoflow . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,00 ● ● –crankset 30-42-52, cassette 11–32

❏ SHIMANO Nexus Premium 8 speed internal gear hub, black, twist shifter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,00 – – ●

❏ SRAM DualDrive 24 speed SRAM 3-speed internal gear hub and and 8-speed SRAM . . . . 79,90 ■ ■ –derailleur gearing, twist shifters, 46 t. (GEF) / 39 t. (GEL), cassette 11–32

❏ SRAM DualDrive 27 speed SRAM 3-speed internal gear hub and 9-speed SHIMANO XT . . 339,00 ■ ■ –derailleur gearing, SHIMANO DuraAce barend shifters,46 t. (GEF) / 39 t. (GEL), cassette 11–34

❏ SRAM DualDrive 27 speed SRAM 3-speed internal gear hub and 9-speed SHIMANO XT. . . 319,00 – – ■

derailleur gearing, SHIMANO DuraAce barend shifters❏ SHIMANO XT 27 speed SHIMANO XT derailleur gearing, cassette 11–34, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349,00 ■ – –

crankset 40-52-60, SHIMANO DuraAce barend shifters❏ SHIMANO XT 27 speed SHIMANO XT derailleur gearing, cassette 11–34, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259,00 – ■ –

TRUVATIV Touro crankset 30-42-52, SHIMANO DuraAce barend shifters❏ SHIMANO XT 81 speed SHIMANO XT derailleur gearing, cassette 11–34, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 459,00 ■ ■ –

SRAM Dual Drive 3-speed internal gear hub, crankset 30-42-52, SHIMANO DuraAce barend shifters and SRAM twist shifter

❏ ROHLOFF Speedhub 500 14 speed internal gear hub, long twist shifter, black . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.270,00 ■ ■ –❏ ROHLOFF Speedhub 500 14 speed internal gear hub, long twist shifter, black . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.250,00 – – ■

Pedelec / E-assist systems❏ GO SWISSDRIVE 250 W auxiliary drive, Li-Ion battery, 558 Wh, 36 V, start assist and . . . . . . 2.670,00 ■ ■ –

reverse gear, SHIMANO XT 27-speed, max speed 25 km/h (16 mph) for EU❏ GO SWISSDRIVE 250 W auxiliary drive, Li-Ion battery, 558 Wh, 36 V, start assist and . . . . . . 2.650,00 – – ■

reverse gear, SHIMANO XT 9-speed, max speed: ❏ 18 km/h (11 mph) ❏ 25 km/h (16 mph)❏ 2ND battery pack GO SWISSDRIVE 558 Wh, for GO SWISSDRIVE 250 W . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 799,00 ■ ■ –

Accessories❏ Chainwheel disc instead of chain guard, 150 g lighter (depending on drivetrain) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19,90 ■ ■ –❏ Crank length 155 mm short cranks recommended for riders under 175 cm (5'7") . . . . . . 24,90 ■ ■ –❏ Crank length ❏ 115 mm or ❏ 155 mm (instead of 135 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24,90 – – ■

BrakesMechanical disc brakes (with HP VELOTECHNIK SnakeSeal cable seals installed at the brake levers)

❏ AVID BB7 separate brake per front wheel, no rear wheel brake, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,00 ● ● ●

Gekko fxs: with children levers ❏ AVID BB7 coupled front brakes with one-hand actuation, mechanical AVID SD5 V-brake . 49,90 ■ ■ ■

on the rear wheel, parking brake function, lever reach not adjustable ❏ left ❏ rightHydraulic dic brakes

❏ TEKTRO Auriga separate brake per front wheel, no rear wheel brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109,00 ■ ■ ■

lever reach adjustable❏ TEKTRO Auriga coupled front brakes with one-hand actuation, mechanical AVID SD5 . . . . . 239,00 ■ ■ ■

V-brake on the rear wheel, parking brake function, lever reach adjustable ❏ left ❏ right❏ SHIMANO XT hydraulic, separate brake per front wheel, no rear wheel brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139,00 ■ ■ ■

lever reach adjustable

Parking brake❏ Parking brake AVID SD5 V-Brake on the rear wheel with thumb lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39,90 ■ ■ ■

(not compatible with coupled front brakes)

FrameColors

❏magma red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,00 ❍ ❍ ●

❏deep blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,00 ❍ ❍ – ❏Custom color powder coating approx. RAL shade: _______________ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159,00 ■ ■ ■

Front boom ❏Front boom without derailleur tube (fur gear hubs only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,00 ● ● ●

❏Front boom with derailleur tube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,00 ❍ ❍ –❏Carbon front boom saves 170 g (1/3 lbs) weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199,00 ■ ■ –❏Quick frame adjustment quick release lever, chain length compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129,00 ■ ■ –❏Quick frame adjustment quick release lever, chain length compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99,90 – – ■

SeatsSeats

❏Gekko fx standard seat well ventilated mesh seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,00 ● ● –

❏Gekko fx OrthoFlex seat adjustable side and lumbar cushions, seat base length adjustable 0,00 – – ●

Accessories❏Headrest height and angle adjustable, QR-levers, for riders over 1,40 m body height . . . . . 119,00 ■ ■ ■

❏Rain cover for the seat of the parked trike ripstop nylon, blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16,90 ■ ■ ■

❏Adjustable end stops for exact repositioning of the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9,90 ■ ■ ■

❏Seat belt usable as lap belt or 4- or 5-point belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 ,00 – – ●

Tires❏ SCHWALBE Tryker 40 mm, high wear-resistance, low rolling resistance, precise steering 0,00 ● ● ●

❏ SCHWALBE Marathon Plus 47 mm, very good puncture protection, higher weight . . . . . . . 19,90 ■ ■ ■

Luggage❏ Rear rack with protection for rear light, max. 25 kg (55 lbs.) payload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59,90 ■ ■ ●

❏ Water bottle set Moonbiker 2 x 0.6 liter PE-bottle with special mounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42,90 ■ ■ ■

Weather protection gear❏ Trikefender mudguards with excellent side splash protection, 60 mm width, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189,00 ■ ■ ●

incl. 55 mm rear SKS fender

❏ Streamer transparent front fairing, incl. installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 479,00 ■ ■ –

❏ Transport cover for folded trike, ripstop nylon, blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59,90 ■ ■ ■

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GES

GEFGEL

GES

GEF

GEL

● Basic configuration ❍ Option, no upcharge■ Option with upcharge – Not available

● Basic configuration ❍ Option, no upcharge■ Option with upcharge – Not available

One-hand operation for drivetrain and brakes❏ One-hand operation of brakes and shifters,TEKTRO Auriga Twin coupled hydraulic . . . . . . 259,00 – – ■

front disc brakes, rear parking brake with thumb lever, for all drivetrains ❏ left ❏ right

❏ One-hand operation DualDrive 27 single sided brakes and shifters,TEKTRO Auriga . . . . 599,00 ■ ■ –coupled hydraulic front disc brakes, rear parking brake with thumb lever, SRAM DualDrive 3 speed internal gear hub, SHIMANO XT rear derailleur and 9 speed cassette 11–34,46 t. (GEF) / 39 t. (GEL) front chainring, one SHIMANO DuraAce barend shifter,one SRAM twist shifter ❏ left ❏ right

❏ One-hand operation GO SWISSDRIVE single sided brakes and shifters,TEKTRO Auriga . . 2.930,00 ■ ■ –E-Twin coupled hydraulic front disc brakes, rear parking brake with thumb lever,auxiliary drive GO SWISSDRIVE 250 W with Li-Ion-battery 558 Wh, 36 V, throttle up to6 km/h (3.5 mph), reverse gear up to 4 km/h (2.5 mph),SHIMANO XT 27 speed drivetrainone bar end shifter, one twist shifter ❏ left ❏ right

Safety equipmentLights

❏ Light system B&M Dymotec side dynamo B&M Lyt LED headlight 25 Lux . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,00 – – ●

LED tail light, parking light front and rear❏ Light system B&M Dymotec side dynamo B&M IQ Premium Fly ”light24” headlight . 169,00 ■ ■ –

80 Lux, LED tail light, parking light front and rear❏ Light system SON xs-m hub dynamo B&M IQ Premium Fly ”light24” sensor . . . . . . . . . . . 299,00 – – ■

headlight, 60 Lux, LED tail light with braking light, parking light front and rear❏ Light system SON xs-m hub dynamo B&M IQ Premium Fly ”light24” sensor . . . . . . . . . . . 469,00 ■ ■ –

headlight, 60 Lux, LED tail light with braking light, parking light front and rear❏ Light system SON xs-m hub dynamo SON Edelux II sensor headlight, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 539,00 ■ ■ –

black, very bright 90 Lux, LED tail light with braking light, parking lights❏ Light system battery B&M IQ Premium Fly hreadlight, 80 Lux, LED tail light, . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0,00 – – ❍

parking light front and rear (only with GO SWISSDRIVE drivetrain)❏ Light system battery B&M IQ Premium Fly hreadlight, 80 Lux, LED tail light, . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169,00 ■ ■ –

LED tail light, parking light front and rear (only with GO SWISSDRIVE drivetrain)

Mirrors❏ Mirror B&M one side large mirror, with HP VELOTECHNIK mount and installation . . . . . . . . . 44,90 ■ ■ ■

❏ Mirror B&M both sides one mirror mounted each on the right and left side . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89,80 ■ ■ ■

❏ Mirror MIRRYCLE one side with HP VELOTECHNIK handlebar mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39,90 ■ ■ ■

❏ Mirror MIRRYCLE both sides one mirror mounted each on the right and left . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79,80 ■ ■ ■

Accessories❏ Flag Moonbiker with reflective tape, installation on the seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14,90 ■ ■ ■

❏ Computer mount installation on the front boom, with mount for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16,90 ■ ■ ■

front wheel sensor

❏ Horn AIRZOUND4 air horn, adjustable 30–120 dB, car valve, max. 100 psi, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34,90 ■ ■ –fits to all standard handlebars diameters

Comfort and ability options Standing-up aid

❏ Standing-up aid stilts with grips for easy entry and standing up from the trike, . . . . . . . . . . 119,00 ■ ■ ■

if a parking brake is ordered the lever will be installed on the standing-up aid

Special pedals (single special pedals come with one standard pedal for the other side)❏ Clipless pedals SHIMANO PD-A530 for normal or SPD shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49,90 ■ ■ –❏ Clipless pedals SHIMANO XT PD-T780 with reflectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19,90 – – ■

❏ Pedal with heel strap and foot clamp one side easy entry and safe foothold, length . 44,90 ■ ■ –adjustable, size range ❏ 22–28 cm (8,5"–11") ❏ 27–35 cm (10,5"–13,5") ❏ left ❏ right

❏ Pedal with heel strap and foot clamp both sides easy entry and safe foothold, . . . . . . 89,90 ■ ■ ●

length adjustable, size range ❏ 22–28 cm (8,5"–11") ❏ 27–35 cm (10,5"–13,5")

❏ Ergonomic safety pedal one side with foot fixation, adjustable position, joint friendly . 149,00 ■ ■ –free movement of 3 degrees due to SHIMANO SPD system, velcro strap with easy entryfunction, shoe size: ❏ 32–41 (UK 0–7½) ❏ 37–45 (UK 4–10½) ❏ left ❏ right

❏ Ergonomic safety pedal one side shoe size: ❏ 32–41 ❏ 37–45 ❏ left ❏ right . . . . . 99,00 – – ■

❏ Ergonomic safety pedal both sides with foot fixation, adjustable position, joint . . . . . . . . . 299,00 ■ ■ –friendly movement of 3 degrees due to SHIMANO SPD system, velcro strap with easy entry function, shoe size: ❏ 32–41 (UK 0–7½) ❏ 37–45 (UK 4–10½)

❏ Ergonomic safety pedal both sides shoe size: ❏ 32–41 ❏ 37–45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199,00 – – ■

❏ Ergonomic pedal with lower leg fixation one side adjustable position, with velcro . . . . 199,00 ■ ■ –strap with easy entry fuction, heel holder adjustable for leg length and positionshoe size: ❏ 32–41 (UK 0–7½) ❏ 37–45 (UK 4–10½) ❏ left ❏ right

❏ Ergonomic pedal with lower leg fixation one side ❏ 32 – 41 ❏ 37 – 45 ❏ left ❏ right 149,00 – – ■

❏ Ergonomic pedal with lower leg fixation both sides adjustable position, with velcro . 399,00 ■ ■ –strap with easy entry fuction, heel holder adjustable for leg length and positionshoe size: ❏ 32–41 (UK 0–7½) ❏ 37–45 (UK 4–10½)

❏ Ergonomic pedal with lower leg fixation both sides shoe size ❏ 32–41 ❏ 37–45 . . . . 299,00 – – ■

Hand rest ❏ Hand rests both sides comfortable hand support, adjustable, mounted on handlebar . . . 119,00 ■ ■ ■

❏ Hand rest one side with retaining strap comfortable hand support, adjustable, . . . . . . . 79,90 ■ ■ ■

mounted on handlebar ❏ left ❏ right❏ Hand rests both sides with retaining strap on one side comfortable hand . . . . . . . . . . . . 139,00 ■ ■ ■

support mounted on handlebar ❏ left ❏ right

Walker mounts❏ Walking aid mount one side easy fixing and safety clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69,90 ■ ■ ■

suitable for diameter 20 – 30 mm ❏ left ❏ right❏ Walking aid mounts both sides easy fixing and safety clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139,00 ■ ■ ■

suitable for diameter 20 – 30 mm

Handlebars ❏ Long handlebars for a higher grip level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13,90 – – ■

❏ Companion bar for active steering and braking, incl. brake for companion, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259,00 – – ■

not compatible with standing-up aid, limited folding functionality, left side installation

Choose the components of your Gekko fx with ease by using ourcomprehensive, clearly structured online configurator. Simply scan theQR-Code with your tablet-computer or type into your web browserwww.hpvelotechnik.com/produkte/konfigurator

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HP Velotechnik OHG ● German recumbent engineering ● Kapellenstrasse 49 ● 65830 Kriftel ● Germany ● TR cc Frankfurt/M HRA 47004Phone +49 61 92 - 97 99 2-0 ● Fax +49 61 92 - 97 99 2-299 ● [email protected] ● Detailed information and dealer directory on the Internet at www.hpvelotechnik.com

Suggested retail prices in Euro based on 19 % VAT. Local prices may vary according to different national tax rates. Shipping to most EU-countrys: 109,00. Effective as of November 2015. Images with special equipment. Subject to alterations.

Your dealer is looking forward to your visit:

Fast, convenient and informative: Selecting the com-ponents of your trike is easy with the online confi-gurator at www.hpvelotechnik.com.The configuratorprovides detailed pictures, technical tips in englishlanguage and checks the interplay of your chosenequipment. With your personal configuration num-ber, you can edit your saved component choice, printand call your dealer for advice.

Your custom Gekko fx is indivi-dually built by hand in our recum-bent factory in Kriftel, Germany.You can choose the componentsaccording to your needs. By goingthrough a personal consultation ina specialty shop in your area, exten-sive test drives, useful accessoriesand expert workshop service, youget a trike that fits you perfectly.

The Gekko-family: Nimble, fast-folding touringtrikes that put a smile on your face!

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Choose according to your heart's delight – please find all options, accessories and prices on the previous pages.

Detailed product information can be found, in addition to this cata-log, on our well-structured web pages with a variety of test reports frombike magazines, in the online trike configurator and in the practice-orien-ted operating and maintenance manual.

Personal customer service in your area can be obtained throughour large network of retail partners. You will be advised on an individualbasis and obtain valuable information on our sophisticated modularsystem of accessories and professional workshop services.

10 years warranty is offered by HP VELOTECHNIK for the frame of yournew trike. We stand by our products and would like to assure you ofsustainable, carefree riding pleasure. Details can be found in the servicesection of our website.

Excellent quality and service: HP VELOTECHNIK was awarded for thefifth time as the best cycle manufacturer in Germany by the industryassociation VSF. For us, this is a source of confirmation and motivation.With our dedicated team at HP VELOTECHNIK,we are ready to create yourpersonal dream trike!

Gekko fx 20:Foldable touringtrike with 20-inchrear wheel, forrider size 1.60–2.00 m (5¼´– 6½´)from 2.490,00 €

Gekko fx 26:Foldable touringtrike with 26-inchrear wheel, forrider size 1.60–2.00 m (5¼´– 6½´)from 2.590,00 €

Gekko fxs:Tip-resistant trike forrider size 1,20 – 1,80 m(4´– 6´), individually adjust-able OrthoFlex-seat,various adaptive cyclingoptions, base model incl.8-sp. hub, lights, fender, rackfrom 3.990,00 €

E-Trike Gekko fx 20:All Gekko models canbe equipped with apowerful electric motorincluding an electricreverse gear, for examplethe E-Gekko fx 20from 5.160,00 €


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