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Sun EZ-3 SX and EZ-3 CX Tadpole Recumbent Tricycles

 

Sun EZ-3 SX Recumbent Tadpole Tricycle

Sun EZ-3 SX Recumbent Tadpole Tricycle

 

 

The 2 models of Sun tadpole recumbent trikes are the least expensive and among the most rugged and comfy for casual riders. They are also probably the heaviest and slowest tadpole trikes made. They are among the most adjustable, fitting riders up to 300 lb with an X-Seam range of 36-46”.


The EZ-Tadpoles are the coolest and most stable trikes sun makes. The wide spacing on their dual front wheels gives a sort of go-cart feel in corners. With up to 27-speeds you can even climb a hill on one of them and dual front disc brakes will stop you on the way back down. Be a bit careful to apply the two brakes together, it will pull to one side if you apply only one brake hard.

 

The Sun tadpoles have similar designs and share these features:

 

  • Twist shifters and USS, not my favorite, I like Shimano bar con shift levers but to add these you have to get a shimano rear derailleur too.

  • A seat with a large well padded base and a mesh back with adjustable recline.

  • Dual front disk brakes so they stop well.

  • A number of optional accessories are available: fenders, racks, seat bag, basket, etc.


The seat height at 14” is about the highest I’ve seen on a tadpole. This makes it easier to get into and out of but gives a higher center of gravity. To keep it upright in corners it has a wide track; you can tip it over but you would have to be reckless to do it. It won’t roll through most doors but if you can pick it you can tip it on side to maneuver through a door. Or just keep it in the garage if you have one.

 

The EZ Tadpole steering geometry has quite a bit of caster and positive trail. This makes the steering self-centering, which tends to make you feel confident at speed but requires more effort to turn sharply. The turning circle is slightly over 20 ft in diameter, making it about the least maneuverable tadpole we have ridden. We like the trike best with toe in adjusted to 1-3 mm. The kingpins turn on standard bicycle headsets a durable and serviceable setup.

 

Pedal steer is noticeable when you are pushing hard, worse than on some other trikes.

 

Their acceleration is sluggish, and climbing speeds are slow but you shouldn’t have to get off and push up a hill because the three wheels give stability even at 1 mph. The SX (steel) model comes with 65 psi tires; I expect the CX (Chromoly) model which comes with 100 psi tires should perform a bit better.

 

If you are more concerned about comfort, tadpole handling and low price than you are about speed you should try one of these.

 

EZ-3 TADPOLE SX  49 lb

Heaviest tadpole I know of. It has indirect steering and a comfy padded seat with adjustable recline.

EZ-3 TADPOLE CX 47 lb

Sun EZ-3 CX Recumbent Tadpole Tricycle

 


Second heaviest tadpole I know of. Same indirect steering and comfy padded seat with adjustable recline. Nicer quality components.

 

 

  EZ3 Tadpole SX EZ3 Tadpole CX
Frame High tensile steel Chrome Moly steel
Rims Alloy single wall Alex DA16 Alloy, black
Spokes stainless stainless
Tire, F Kenda Kwest 20 x 1.5  65 psi Kenda Kwest 20 x 1.5 100 psi
Tire, R Kenda Kwest 20 x 1.5  65 psi Kenda Kwest 20 x 1.5 100 psi
Hubs Alum Tadpole F    PromaxDB600-R     Alum Tadpole F                    Promax DB910 R
Brakes dual Quad QMD-6 disc front dual Quad QMD-5 disc front
Brake lever(s) Promax alloy w/ lock button  Promax alloy w/ lock button
Derailleur F Shimano Shimano
Derailleur R SRAM 3.0 SRAM X.7
Shifter(s) SRAM 3.0 Gripshift SRAM X.7 Gripshift
Cassette 11-32 8 SRAM 11-32 9 SRAM 
Crankset Alloy   170 FSA 170
Bottom Bracket TH530A steel Sealed cartridge
Chainring(s) 30-42-52 steel 30-42-53 alloy
Gear Inch range 18.3-92.2 18.3-94 **
Seat EZ mesh Back; padded base  EZ mesh Back; padded base 
Headset Steel sealed mech (all 3!) Steel sealed mech (all 3!)
Handlebar/riser Adjustable steel USS   Adjustable steel USS
Chain KMC Z72 KMC Z72
Weight 49 47
Color Yellow Light Blue

 

 

 

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