SkyMax · Nanolight Soaring Trike starting at $10,990.00
Deposit to secure order - $5,000 · Balance due before shipping
Upgrade the Engine to EOS RV4 150cc 25.7HP for an additional $350.00
Add a fiberglass Nose Cone with fabric Fairing for an additional $550.00
North Wing has completed design refinements and Flight Tests for our new nanolight SkyMax Soaring Trike!
This very light trike uses a unique combination of components that keep the SkyMax strong and durable, yet very light weight - which makes for great soaring performance. You can easily attach this trike to your Hang Glider, and the trike and engine quickly folds down to a very convenient size, very portable and easy for transport.
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Veteran aviation journalist Dan Johnson presents a new Review of the new North Wing SkyMax nanolight trike! Click the link below to read his views on this very portable and affordable trike. Superlight... Aircraft that Weigh Less than You Do and Are More Affordable |
View some fun videos to learn more about the SkyMax Trike!
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NEW! SkyMax Trike · Take-off and Landing | SkyMax · Control Bar adjustment |
| SkyMax · Attach trike to your Hang Glider | SkyMax · Detach trike from Hang Glider |
When you are ready to order your new SkyMax Soaring Trike:
• Send us the Outside Diameter measurement of your glider's Keel
• Choose a Color for the airframe's Main Tube - Yellow or Black
• Choose a Color Theme for the harness Seat and Skirt - Red with Black, Yellow with Black, or Silver with Black
• Choose an Engine - EOS 100cc is standard, optional engines are EOS RV4 150cc or Polini 190.
We use all aircraft hardware and materials tested to required aircraft strength.
All Tubing and Plates are built with Aircraft-grade 6061-T6 Aluminum.
Fabric on the trike is Marine-grade, UV-Protected, durable All-Weather quality.
| SkyMax nanolight Trike Specifications | ||
| Engine | EOS RV5 100cc 21.6HP | |
| Trike Weight (with 100cc engine) | 79 lbs. (+/- 10%) | |
| Total Length | 83" | |
| Wheel Base | 61" long - 49" wide | |
| Fuel Tank | 1.5 gallon (1.5 to 2-hour flight) |
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| Storage Bag Size | with Prop ON: 46"L x 24"W x36"H with Prop OFF: 46"L x 24"W x 27"H |
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| The SkyMax is built with Aircraft Aluminum construction, with Aircraft Hardware. Rear Landing Gear is pultruded fiberglass and steel. The Mast and Limit Tube are Airfoil Aluminum. The Tires on the Landing Gear are 10", and the Front Tire has a Friction Brake. |
After take-off and safe climb, rear Landing Gear can be retracted by stepping on left-Pedal to release gear-lock, then pulling the Retract Cord to raise the gear and reduce your drag-profile for better performance. |
| The SkyMax Trike attaches to your Hang Glider at top of Mast, using hardware to match your Keel's outside diameter for safe and secure attachment. The overhead Pull-Start provides both take-off and in-flight engine restart. |
The SkyMax has a comfortable hammock seat that includes a secure 5-point harness for safety. Left side of seat has a Kill Switch for the engine, and right side of seat has a Parachute pocket for safety. |
| The SkyMax Trike has a strong, tested Airframe and is also very quick to assemble and take down after flying. When you become familiar with the steps, the trike can be folded and in the Storage Bag in 4 minutes! |
Two major features of the SkyMax Trike are the low-drag profile and very light weight. When selecting a nanolight trike, compare the drag-profiles of the retractable landing gear. |
| The comfortable hammock seat has a Parachute pocket on the right side, for your Parachute. Your Parachute Bridle is routed along the Mast and secured to the Hang Glider. |
The SkyMax has a 1.5 gallon Fuel Tank, powering your flight for 1.5 to 2 hours. |
| The SkyMax Trike has a metal Skid Plate at the base of the trike. If it appears your landing field has deep fluffy dirt, you can keep the Landing Gear retracted and skid to a stop in an emergency situation. | The front tire has a friction brake. The front fork has the Retract-Release pedal on the left side, and Throttle pedal on the right side. | The Fuel Tank is easy to remove, and the Fuel Line includes a Primer, Filter, Shut-Off valve, and Disconnect for trike transport and storage. |
Engines available for the SkyMax Soaring Trike
| 21.6HP EOS RV5 100cc engine (standard equipment) | 25.7HP EOS RV4 150cc engine |
| 27HP Polini 190 engine |
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Trike Wing Cover Protect your trike wing from snow, rain, dust and especially UV when it is set-up with the North Wing Wing Cover. $335.00 Order Code: HAC14 (please specify wing name) |
$49.00 These vertical base tube grips give you a more natural hand position while flying your trike to reduce hand strain. Also, the grips give you ultimate control when the condition get a little active, especially while landing. They are quick to install on your base tube to your desired position.
Click here or Click Photo to view enlargement Order Code: HT7003
