Azub Ty Fly X

Now that I have been riding the new Azub recumbent trike for about a month, I thought I should take the time to talk about what makes the Azub Ty-Fly X special and how I have my Ty Fly equipped. By the way I have named this trike Ringo.
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[@liegeradontour1901]

Great presentation of your new trike, John! We also replaced the standard AZUB mirror on my wife's Ti-Fly X with a model by Riese & Müller, while I'm still using the standard mirror.

[@arnegerhardsen3755]

Thanks for your videos. This one I have seen three times, you are really proff, and I like yourexplanations ofte trike. I'm an Norwegian an I think I maybe at about your age. I was a well trained man until I got a bad neck injury 23 years ago and I'm very sensitive for small vibrations that causes all my strength to be lost in my legs. Not the vibrations like we have on gravel roads, but the small vibrations allmost nobody notice on asphalt roads, and the suspension is not enough, this is the pillow cushion we only get from the tires also on a car. I dont think I would like to have a full suspension fat Trike. And Ti-Fly X is the only normal trike you can have up to 3" tires like your 2.8", and on trails and gravel roads I think your 3x26" wheel must be a good choice. Thanks for your videos and good advice. Regards Arne

[@MrAustrokiwi]

Thanks for the presentation. I have a Tifly 26 with Rohloff hub, and I would like to share an experience. I found the Rohloff chain tensioner a real pain when taking of the rear wheel. For such a brilliant piece of kit( the speedhub) the Rohloff tensioner is a mismatch, as if it was a last minute after thought. I did some digging and came up with an expensive but much more user friendly tensioner. It has a clutch and lock out system.that enables the chain to be loosened. It does need to be loosened so you can remove the rear wheel, but it does make remounting the wheel much easier. I also found it much(Very quiet) quieter running than the Rohloff tensioner. As I said its expensive but it is heaps more user friendly its the SB one GC3( you did need to upgrade to a 9 speed chain if your running an 8 speed chain).

[@eclecticneophyte2581]

My wife gave me permission to buy a recumbent...I think she knows me too well. Now I can't bring myself to spend the money! I am going to keep looking however. That Azub is a nice trike tho. Excellent job on the video review John!

[@JohnSwitzer]

Thanks. The Azubs are great trikes, but there are other more budget friendly makes out there.

[@eclecticneophyte2581]

@@JohnSwitzer I've found a recumbent dealer near me, and am looking at taking a short road trip to visit them. I do like the shifting feature of your Azub. I've fought the sequential shift on my old Cannon dale, and it's a pain. Being able to shift any gear to any gear sounds great. I've only ridden a stationary recumbent (exercise bike at the health club), and need to experience a real one first hand before I can decide... Thanks for putting up all the info on your bikes. It helps to see another perspective.

[@dragonstonegemironworkscra4740]

Y'all having too much fun with these recumbant trikes. Lol. Just giving you a hard time john Thanks for sharing. 🙏 Blessed be now Crawford out ⚒️🧙‍♂️

[@jamesmchugo9422]

I’m thinking about getting my first trike. I’m still in the learning phase, your video turned up in my feed, good information, thanks. 👍

[@JohnSwitzer]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lancerudy9934]

Great video thanks 😊

[@arnegerhardsen3755]

Thanks.

[@EsaHuhtamäki]

Thanks John for sharing your experience with Ti-Fly X. I’m also considering ordering one, although I don’t have access to test drive one in Finland. How do you find Ti-Fly X steering stability versus other trikes you have driven? I mean, for example on straight gravel/paved roads, is trike stable and doesn’t need much of steering forces from driver to go straight? I test drove Azub non suspension model T-Tris AR with 3x26” wheels and that felt great and turning radius was surprisingly small. Also my current trike HP Velotechnic Scorpion 20" is good and stable to drive.

[@MrJamesjustin]

Mate great video. You're every bit as interesting on this channel as you are at the forge. Love the trike too mate. It's a real beaut.

[@andrewprint7523]

I got one 😜 its the best in my opinion. I really love it.

[@johnlovingood8089]

Bullet Dreetn what's the cost of one

[@andrewprint7523]

@@johnlovingood8089 beginning price is at 6890$, so they are expensive but in my opinion they are worth it. azub.eu/recumbent-bikes-and-trikes/trikes/26-wheels/ti-fly-x/

[@debbieschwartz3132]

@@andrewprint7523 i can't wait to test ride one. Been looking for full suspension. I know to fly isn't really known for speed. How fast have you gotten on flats?

[@andrewprint7523]

@@debbieschwartz3132 before my e-assist i was riding between 25km to 35km/h. Now with e-assist i ride between 40-45km/h.

[@hrdtduck]

I have a Stein Wild One full suspension trike. It's a 26 X 20" wheels set-up with a Bafang 750W motor system my battery is hanging on one of the rear chainstays using a T-cycle support system, very sturdy and keeps the weight low. Dude no way 70 miles on one battery unless you don't use it or ride it down a mine shaft. 30mi is more like it and at that never using "boost" level. I have used Shimano E-Steps systems in the past, they are good but limited. Secondly larger wheels on the front, (and yes I did that too) make the/a trike way easier to tip over in a aggressive turn. I ride my Stein down logging/double track hills here in Oregon at 30mph +. Believe me you not only NEED full suspension but smaller wheels for stability. Third, have a Rohloff 14 speed hub too, it's hanging on the wall and frankly it sucks, the manual grip shift shifter is the worst, slow, and un-precise at best. I changed out to 1 X 11 Shimano DI2 GRX/XT/XTR set-up. Much better push-button shifting even under full motor load. I'm trying to figure out what I can use the Rohloff hub for (besides wall art) cause it's no use for real off-road triking and aggravating on road use because of the crappy mechanical twist grip shifter, (and yes, yes, yes I had it adjusted correctly it just plain sucks for any kind of quick accurate quick-shifting, Di2 is far more precise and satisfying, even with a der hanging out there in the woods). I've tried to find a electronic shifting mech for it but the only thing out there is in conjunction with a Bosch motor system on a Reese-Muller. No stand-alone push-button system available, too bad too as that would make the hub far more attractive to use. I really like the Ti suspension system though, how much travel do you get? From the vid it looks like what? 20/30mm? The biggest problem I have is rear-wheel traction, I've got the fattest 26" tire on back that I can fit but center of gravity is too far forward for the really steep loose rock climbs, I've yet to figure out what is going to work best. I do real mountain triking on my Stein, let's see what you've got

[@jonglaser4468]

Hi,,I learned alot from your videos! Thank you. I am just about to purchase my first Trike and will be from Angletech in Colorado Springs. I could not find the video reviewing the Azub Fat. What is your opinion about the lack of suspension?

[@JohnSwitzer]

Have fun

[@jonglaser4468]

Thanks for the link before. I will state the obvious. I assume your wife prefers the fat tire without suspension and you prefer suspension on dirt roads.

[@flp542]

Excellent trike, i am waiting for mine! The neighborhood looks like fun. What city was it recorded in?

[@JohnSwitzer]

We are in Beulah Colorado

[@geertdewit5479]

Hello John, Great video! I see you have mounted something under the pedals to keep your feet in place. Did you make that yourself or did you buy it? Which brand is it? Whe are interested to use something similar. Greetz Geert (Belgium)

[@JohnSwitzer]

We bought that with the trike, but I don't remember the maker. It allow a heel rest without needing special shoes for clip style pedals.

[@geertdewit5479]

@@JohnSwitzer And where did you buy your trike?

[@JohnSwitzer]

@@geertdewit5479 Angle Tech in Colorado Springs

[@geertdewit5479]

@@JohnSwitzer Thanks!

[@RalfyCustoms]

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[@tomprentice6935]

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[@peterpop5956]

Looking for a trike to be used in snow in Alaska. Ice full fat somewhat tippy with the weight relatively forward. Wheel spinning in the snow?

[@JohnSwitzer]

We have slipping issues as well. Chains or studs might be the solution. ere is a short video of ours in the snow. kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6q4f5WPgLqGjJI

[@frankclarkjr6369]

How's it work out in the woods.?

[@JohnSwitzer]

Our woods have so much brush you can't hardly walk though many areas, so not good there. But if your woods are fairly open with good spacing, it should do very well.

[@frendyv1]

Hi John, I priced out an AZUB Ty Fly X and with similar options it is well over 13,000.00 ! Does that sound about right ?

[@JohnSwitzer]

Thats about right. Its one of the reasons we drive a 10 year old economy car and a 47 year old truck

[@ericdouglas9804]

No, no, no John Switzer: you’re already leading me down the “smithing rabbit hole” . I have spent a whole bunch of miles laid back on a Harley with my feet propped up out front, but, I’m getting older and the companion traffic is getting more stupid. This looks like a great alternative with the benefits of bettering my health: but; No, no, no, John Switzer. Welllllllll, maybe 😎

[@JohnSwitzer]

Sorry about that, OK not really 😜

[@ericdouglas9804]

Just a friendly poke. I can’t thank you enough for the inspiration to take on the traditional art and craft of blacksmithing. I started my working career as a pipe welder and have been around metal work all my life. I hit the big 60 on the 25th of this month and have been committed to the family business whole heartedly for thirty years. It’s videos like this and guys like you, that make me wanna start and realize a whole new beginning .

[@fastfridaysfacts3694]

How many newton meters of torque and what size battery does it have?

[@JohnSwitzer]

1st question, who knows, I have no need to analyze it down to that kind of detail. Perhaps if you race it matters. 2nd question, 14Ah. Maybe Azubs web site will answer the 1st question

[@dbryant3500]

WATCH OUT FOR mountain lions...

[@JohnSwitzer]

Thats why we rarely ride at night

[@dbryant3500]

John , I’ve been subscribed to Black Bear for a couple of years now, and I always enjoy your projects. I’ve been looking at trikes for the last year or so, and have yet to pull the trigger. I’ve watched countless videos about the various brands and configurations. Yesterday a video popped up titled Azub ti fly x and I clicked on it...5 seconds in I see you on a trike and wonder what the hell is John Switzer doing in an Azub video then you started talking and I looked at the channel name. Wow! And of course in a few minutes you explain all about them more clearly and concisely than all previous videos. Most importantly you demonstrated just how much damn fun they are. It’s too bad your first career wasn’t as a teacher, you could have shaped a lot of young minds with your thoughtful and creative approach to sharing your knowledge. Thanks again...and keep the great videos coming

[@goriverman]

That a great trike. What was the bottom line on that.

[@Kefoo_]

-- Nice!

[@douglasfathers4848]

Hi John the bike looks like a lot of fun.one ? how fast can they go ?. And John the scenery is absolutely beautiful so thank you for sharing it with us .

[@JohnSwitzer]

Under pedal power on a flat road I have done about 18mph. Coasting down a steep downhill I have done 33mph. Higher gearing options would make it faster, but we like having more low end for the hills

[@jeffgrier8488]

I have never ridden a recumbent trike, but the more I watch, the more interested I get!

[@JohnSwitzer]

They are lots of fun to ride as well as being more comfortable

[@Boris_Chang]

You look like you’re trawling for marlin.

[@marty01957]

Nice ride, John!

[@DARLYNAUDRAIN]

awesome vedio big love here

[@BigWillSD]

Looks like a great deal of fun, and an energetic way of being out in nature...I think it would be easier on my knees and back as well, but I'd bet it cost more than truck lol

[@JohnSwitzer]

depends on the truck. But seriously, it is easier on your back, knees and hips.

[@rjg3876]

70 miles is on paved road with the wind at your back on a new battery. So to be safe your looking at 40 miles on dirt roads

[@spytotheroot]

Great video John and awesome trikes!!!! Azub!!! Great orator and great voice!! And seem like a cool guy!!!

[@JohnSwitzer]

Thank you kindly!

[@edbodin1061]

Do you have a throttle on that trike. You were not peddling at the end of the video so i assumed you have a throttle on a shimano.

[@JohnSwitzer]

No throttle. Just no need to pedal when rolling down hill

[@edbodin1061]

John Switzer Thank you John. More info please. I have on my trike tongsheng motor and a throttle and I like it. I’m looking to buy another trike but it has the shimano and no throttle. The dealer says not to worry, that in turbo level all you have to do is keep the pedals moving and it works like a throttle. Is that really an accurate ? Thanks.

[@JohnSwitzer]

I don't think thats real accurate. Your speed is entirely dependent on how fast you pedal. Its easier in the higher assist level. But if you are just keeping the pedals moving you will be going very slow. Pedaling uphill still takes some effort and you need to be in a lower gear. See if they have something you can test ride.