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# 26-inch wheels for smooth stability Fold-flat rear basket holds up to 44 lbs Lightweight 15.5-inch aluminum frame, easy on/off Schwinn Meridian

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## Summary

> 🚲 Ride steady, ride stylish — the Schwinn Meridian is your ultimate freedom machine!

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## Key Features

- • **Effortless Comfort:** Extra-large cruiser saddle and low standover frame make every ride a breeze, perfect for 5'4" to 6'2" riders.
- • **Stable 3-Wheel Ride:** Experience unmatched balance and confidence with Schwinn’s wide, upright handlebars and oversized tires.
- • **Stylish & Practical:** Full coverage fenders keep you dry and add sleek style to your daily outdoor adventures.
- • **Cargo-Ready Convenience:** Redesigned rear basket folds flat for storage and carries your essentials securely up to 44 lbs.
- • **Durable & Low-Maintenance:** Single-speed drivetrain and heavy-duty double-wall alloy rims ensure a smooth, hassle-free ride.

## Overview

The Schwinn Meridian is a premium adult tricycle featuring 26-inch wheels and a lightweight 15.5-inch aluminum frame designed for riders between 5'4" and 6'2". With a single-speed drivetrain, oversized comfort saddle, and a fold-flat rear basket supporting up to 44 pounds, it offers a stable, comfortable, and practical ride. Ideal for those seeking a stylish, low-maintenance cycling experience with enhanced balance and cargo capacity.

## Description

Ride with confidence and style on the Meridian tricycle by Schwinn. This full-sized tricycle for adults is perfect for those who want to enjoy the outdoors. The Meridian’s stylish three-wheeled design provides more stability than a bicycle, while the step-through aluminum frame provides a low stand over height, making it easier to get on and off. It features a 7-speed drivetrain, front linear pull brake, and rear expander brake to create a fun ride that’s simple to use. Plus, this tricycle’s upright riding position and extra-large elastomer saddle make it a joy to ride. And don’t forget - the rear folding basket has plenty of room for cargo, like a backpack, bags of groceries, and more. (Note: the basket is not suitable for children, pets, or other passengers.) Experience the joy of cycling like never before with the Meridian tricycle. Enjoy the freedom of riding a Schwinn.

Review: Excellent trike, just takes some patience if you have to assemble it. - Many of the negative comments you may read are posted by people who are not bicycle mechanics and have little/no experience putting together a bicycle. If you think putting a bicycle together might be challenging for you then you probably want to steer clear of an un-assembled Schwinn Meridian. Even knowing what I'm doing it took about 2.5-3 hours to get the trike assembled and that is only the basic assembly. It took 2-3 days of riding and fiddling with things to get everything adjusted properly. I've seen a few complains about Schwinn (Pacific Cycle's) warranty but I had no issues at all. The first hub unit stripped out the very first time I tried to ride it and the freewheel would just spin on it and the trike wouldn't move. I called up Schwinn warranty services and literally in under 5 minutes I was off of the phone and they were sending me out a new hub unit, freewheel and rear sprocket (just in case). As soon as the new hub unit and freewheel were in and installed I was riding in style. The seat that comes with the bike may be comfortable for lighter (under 200lbs) riders but for larger folks like myself I found it too "bouncy" and it always felt like I was leaning too much with the trike in corners. I replaced it with a Schwinn ultra-wide comfort seat with memory foam from my local Targer (I always use that exact seat on every bike I own). Speaking of corners, a trike is NOT a bike and therefore there is some learning to do. - Firstly you have to remember that you have wheels sticking out that can get caught on something, so no cutting corners close because either you will clip something and get into a terrible collision or your wheel will dip into the corner and cause you to flip/lose control. Just stay a couple of feet away from road edges and such and you're fine. - Also you'd think that you don't have to lean with it because it has three wheels, but it still has some play in it and when you turn (especially at any speed) I find that leaning with the trike helps the handling quite a bit. - Lastly, remember that it IS a three wheeler with one wheel in the front and two in the back, don't turn the front wheel really hard while going too fast or you can flip it. This seems to be a moot point since it's not a terribly fast bike anyway, but if you're booking it down a big hill or something at 20+ mph it's something to consider. As for fine tuning the assembly, you'll probably have to fiddle with the brakes for a while to get them just right and the fenders can be quite challenging to get lined up properly where they don't rub, you're best bet is to just leave them off honestly. My only real CON with this bike is the way it's geared, it's geared low but not super low. I find that it's hard to ride long distances because of this. At the speed I normally ride a bicycle (probably 5-7mph) I'm having to do a lot more pedaling than normal. If you ride very slow it's fine, or if you ride really fast and take little breaks and coast for a while it's ok, but I do wish it was geared differently. I will probably eventually replace either the rear sprocket or the freewheel for a larger model that will allow me to cruise at the speeds I like (moderately slow), it will greatly limit my top speed but I'm ok with that since I seldom break 10mph on this trike. All in all it's a great bike that I will end up keeping for a very long time. It's like having a little truck that you can throw things into and carry around. You can transport dogs, a small child (with a helmet of course), groceries, things you bought at a local garage sale, all kinds of things easily with this trike. Ride and handles great, Schwinn customer service is great. The only reason I'd say to steer clear of buying it is if you aren't committed to putting it together and taking the time to get it right. If that's the case then buy it from a local re-seller pre-assembled, even though you'll likely still have to do some tweaking.
Review: Very High Quality - Buy This Trike! - EDIT: I wrote this review about 16 months ago, and I still ride this Trike. It is still very, very strong and has proven its high quality. I ride 3 times weekly, and have lost about 40 pounds during the time I’ve been riding. It has no mechanical problems whatsoever, and is a blast to ride. I repeat what I said 16 months ago — BUY THIS TRIKE!! I'm an aging former bicyclist (68 yoa) that gave up two-wheeled transportation about 3 years ago. I bought this machine because of my desire to ride again, and my need for exercise. I chose the Schwinn Meridian single-speed because both "expert" reviews and user reviews are overwhelmingly positive, and at 6'3" of height/260 lbs this is one of the few trikes that I could fit on, without spending $1000+. Negatives: -- The front wheel is slightly out of true. Since it's the front wheel, that's not a biggie. It's very slight, not enough to affect braking, and probably won't get any worse because the wheel is not stressed. Both rear wheels are in true. -- There was one scratch on the frame, but after 3 days of use I've already forgotten where it is. It's about a half-inch long, not a deal breaker. I figure I'll probably scratch it up eventually anyway! Neutral: -- After about 35 years of serious, hard-core road cycling, it is surprisingly difficult to learn to ride a Trike! It's almost like learning to ride a bike for the first time, all over again. Turning is completely different tactically on a Trike, and riding straight on a slanted surface presents its own set of difficulties. Most of the learning curve is to figure out how to **not** lean, and remain upright, when turning. Positive: -- Workmanship and quality of the bike is excellent (except for the above-mentioned wheel). Everything is beefy, strong, and fits. Nothing was missing from the box, and the box was not damaged. -- The Trike rides very smoothly, with no noise other than the slight rattle from the basket and the tires on the road. -- Brakes on both ends are very good, but need to be adjusted during assembly. **Take the time to get them adjusted!** -- Assembly took 2 hours and 15 minutes, and was pretty easy. The caveat is that I already understood the basics because of my cycling experience (adjusting brakes, seat/seat post, bars, etc.) so for the uninitiated it may take longer. I worked slowly and did things carefully, so if you're a fast worker it may take less time. -- We Cyclists usually steer away from large, foamy, plush saddles like this one. They usually end up as torture devices. However, I have to say this big, pillowish thing is the most comfortable seat I've ever used on a bike. There, I said it. Yes, I'm surprised. -- Buy from desertcart. I ordered the Trike on a Monday, was promised free delivery for the following Sunday (6 days) and the bike arrived Wednesday - only 48 hours after I ordered it online. desertcart is really good at this stuff, folks.

## Features

- Adult trike with 26-inch wheels, offers a comfortable riding experience for riders 5'4" to 6'2" in height, recommended weight limit is 300 pounds
- Low-maintenance single-speed drivetrain, low standover 15.5-inch aluminum frame, this tricycle offers lightweight strength and easy on/off access
- Keep your cargo securely with the redesigned basket, measures 480 x 585 x 290 mm, with a weight limit of 44 pounds, and it conveniently folds flat for storage when not in use
- Three wheels provide a more stable, balanced ride with wide upright adjustable handlebars, extra-large comfort cruiser saddle, great for older riders, lack of mobility, or unconfident riders
- Full coverage fenders add style while helping to keep you dry, and heavy duty double-wall alloy rims with oversized tires add strength and stability

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001AYKISE |
| Additional Features | Basket |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #50,838 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #10 in Complete Cruiser Bikes |
| Bicycle Drivetrain Type | Single-speed |
| Bicycle Gear Shifter Type | Twist Grip |
| Bike Type | Trike |
| Brake Style | Linear Pull |
| Brand | Schwinn |
| Brand Name | Schwinn |
| Color | Black Cherry |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 3,529 Reviews |
| Derailleur Configuration | Rear |
| Frame Material Type | Aluminum |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00038675400207 |
| Included Components | Schwinn Meridian Adult Tricycle |
| Is Assembly Required | Yes |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Item Type Name | Adult Tricycle |
| Item Weight | 71 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Pacific Cycle, Inc. |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 300 Pounds |
| Minimum User Height | 5 Feet |
| Model Name | Meridian |
| Model Number | S4002 |
| Number Of Speeds | 1 |
| Number of Speeds | 1 |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Size | 1-Speed/26-Inch Wheels |
| Skill Level | Beginner |
| Specific Uses For Product | Road |
| Style Name | 1-speed |
| Suspension Type | Rigid |
| UPC | 038675400207 |
| Warranty Description | 5 Year Limited Warranty |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Wheel Material | Rubber |
| Wheel Size | 26 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Bike Type:** Trike
- **Brand:** Schwinn
- **Color:** Black Cherry
- **Frame Material:** Aluminum
- **Included Components:** Schwinn Meridian Adult Tricycle
- **Number of Speeds:** 1
- **Special Feature:** Basket
- **Suspension Type:** Rigid
- **Wheel Size:** 26 Inches

## Images

![Schwinn Meridian - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81hS75u6aKL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the advantage or disadvantage to a 24" VS 26" ?**
A: I had also wondered about this and was told that because I have low back pain it would be better to get the 24" because the handles were higher and there would be less 'reaching' bending over that I would have to do with the 26" -  And I am almost 5'6"  - But I've not bought one yet because I would prefer to 'check' one out first.hope this helps someone.

**Q: What is the rider weight limit on the 26" Meridian Cruiser Tricycle?**
A: weight 280lb

**Q: A reviewer indicated the brake was faulty, unless I misunderstood. Has anyone else had brake issues? I am a 4' 10" senior and need stability.**
A: Ive owned 5 of these and never had a brake problem. You need the 24 inch version rather than the 26 inch.

**Q: can i put an additional basket on the front?**
A: The original Question-Asker no longer needs an answer; but  other readers may. Adding a basket on the front is not a problem. Bear in mind, however, that this trike steers by turning the handle bar, not by leaning, as with a bicycle. A heavy load in the  front basket could make steering awkward.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent trike, just takes some patience if you have to assemble it.
*by A***7 on November 15, 2013*

Many of the negative comments you may read are posted by people who are not bicycle mechanics and have little/no experience putting together a bicycle. If you think putting a bicycle together might be challenging for you then you probably want to steer clear of an un-assembled Schwinn Meridian. Even knowing what I'm doing it took about 2.5-3 hours to get the trike assembled and that is only the basic assembly. It took 2-3 days of riding and fiddling with things to get everything adjusted properly. I've seen a few complains about Schwinn (Pacific Cycle's) warranty but I had no issues at all. The first hub unit stripped out the very first time I tried to ride it and the freewheel would just spin on it and the trike wouldn't move. I called up Schwinn warranty services and literally in under 5 minutes I was off of the phone and they were sending me out a new hub unit, freewheel and rear sprocket (just in case). As soon as the new hub unit and freewheel were in and installed I was riding in style. The seat that comes with the bike may be comfortable for lighter (under 200lbs) riders but for larger folks like myself I found it too "bouncy" and it always felt like I was leaning too much with the trike in corners. I replaced it with a Schwinn ultra-wide comfort seat with memory foam from my local Targer (I always use that exact seat on every bike I own). Speaking of corners, a trike is NOT a bike and therefore there is some learning to do. - Firstly you have to remember that you have wheels sticking out that can get caught on something, so no cutting corners close because either you will clip something and get into a terrible collision or your wheel will dip into the corner and cause you to flip/lose control. Just stay a couple of feet away from road edges and such and you're fine. - Also you'd think that you don't have to lean with it because it has three wheels, but it still has some play in it and when you turn (especially at any speed) I find that leaning with the trike helps the handling quite a bit. - Lastly, remember that it IS a three wheeler with one wheel in the front and two in the back, don't turn the front wheel really hard while going too fast or you can flip it. This seems to be a moot point since it's not a terribly fast bike anyway, but if you're booking it down a big hill or something at 20+ mph it's something to consider. As for fine tuning the assembly, you'll probably have to fiddle with the brakes for a while to get them just right and the fenders can be quite challenging to get lined up properly where they don't rub, you're best bet is to just leave them off honestly. My only real CON with this bike is the way it's geared, it's geared low but not super low. I find that it's hard to ride long distances because of this. At the speed I normally ride a bicycle (probably 5-7mph) I'm having to do a lot more pedaling than normal. If you ride very slow it's fine, or if you ride really fast and take little breaks and coast for a while it's ok, but I do wish it was geared differently. I will probably eventually replace either the rear sprocket or the freewheel for a larger model that will allow me to cruise at the speeds I like (moderately slow), it will greatly limit my top speed but I'm ok with that since I seldom break 10mph on this trike. All in all it's a great bike that I will end up keeping for a very long time. It's like having a little truck that you can throw things into and carry around. You can transport dogs, a small child (with a helmet of course), groceries, things you bought at a local garage sale, all kinds of things easily with this trike. Ride and handles great, Schwinn customer service is great. The only reason I'd say to steer clear of buying it is if you aren't committed to putting it together and taking the time to get it right. If that's the case then buy it from a local re-seller pre-assembled, even though you'll likely still have to do some tweaking.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very High Quality - Buy This Trike!
*by M***E on May 14, 2021*

EDIT: I wrote this review about 16 months ago, and I still ride this Trike. It is still very, very strong and has proven its high quality. I ride 3 times weekly, and have lost about 40 pounds during the time I’ve been riding. It has no mechanical problems whatsoever, and is a blast to ride. I repeat what I said 16 months ago — BUY THIS TRIKE!! I'm an aging former bicyclist (68 yoa) that gave up two-wheeled transportation about 3 years ago. I bought this machine because of my desire to ride again, and my need for exercise. I chose the Schwinn Meridian single-speed because both "expert" reviews and user reviews are overwhelmingly positive, and at 6'3" of height/260 lbs this is one of the few trikes that I could fit on, without spending $1000+. Negatives: -- The front wheel is slightly out of true. Since it's the front wheel, that's not a biggie. It's very slight, not enough to affect braking, and probably won't get any worse because the wheel is not stressed. Both rear wheels are in true. -- There was one scratch on the frame, but after 3 days of use I've already forgotten where it is. It's about a half-inch long, not a deal breaker. I figure I'll probably scratch it up eventually anyway! Neutral: -- After about 35 years of serious, hard-core road cycling, it is surprisingly difficult to learn to ride a Trike! It's almost like learning to ride a bike for the first time, all over again. Turning is completely different tactically on a Trike, and riding straight on a slanted surface presents its own set of difficulties. Most of the learning curve is to figure out how to **not** lean, and remain upright, when turning. Positive: -- Workmanship and quality of the bike is excellent (except for the above-mentioned wheel). Everything is beefy, strong, and fits. Nothing was missing from the box, and the box was not damaged. -- The Trike rides very smoothly, with no noise other than the slight rattle from the basket and the tires on the road. -- Brakes on both ends are very good, but need to be adjusted during assembly. **Take the time to get them adjusted!** -- Assembly took 2 hours and 15 minutes, and was pretty easy. The caveat is that I already understood the basics because of my cycling experience (adjusting brakes, seat/seat post, bars, etc.) so for the uninitiated it may take longer. I worked slowly and did things carefully, so if you're a fast worker it may take less time. -- We Cyclists usually steer away from large, foamy, plush saddles like this one. They usually end up as torture devices. However, I have to say this big, pillowish thing is the most comfortable seat I've ever used on a bike. There, I said it. Yes, I'm surprised. -- Buy from Amazon. I ordered the Trike on a Monday, was promised free delivery for the following Sunday (6 days) and the bike arrived Wednesday - only 48 hours after I ordered it online. Amazon is really good at this stuff, folks.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A few things you will want to think about
*by W***N on October 16, 2015*

There are a couple of things to know before purchasing this, or any, adult tricycle. I wish I had been better prepared! I'm a granny-nanny and I work only a mile from home. I could walk to work, but it's a long, tiring days with kids and the neighborhood isn't particularly safe early in the day or evening, plus I bring a huge bag of endless entertainment for "my" kids. A bike would mean a backpack or a pricey cargo-trailer, and while I was an avid distance cyclist in my youth, I haven't been on a bike in 20+ years. So a trike with a big-old basket sounded cool! I spent the entire summer researching the possibilities. I emailed, joined forums, vigorously attempted (in vain) to find a vendor who had trikes in stock or anyone in the city who would lend me one for an hour. I considered paying more than I paid for my car (which wasn't much, for a car) for a motorized C*zyTrike, but found such terrible reviews of the company's business practices that I decided it wasn't worth the risk. Initially I ordered a 7-speed Kent trike from W**Mart, at the same price as the Meridian. Weeks passed and I finally got them to 'fess up the trike had been "lost in transit" and couldn't be replaced. Don't ask why! They didn't know! I couldn't find any other trikes with multiple speeds without spending a LOT more money (but for a few with *terrible* reviews), and by then I was planning to add an eBike kit to it anyway. At my age, I need reliable transportation, and a casual workout, not an American Ninja Challenge! So I ordered the Meridian from Amazon and it was here in 2 days (hallelujah!). My darling husband has built many a bike for 4 children and 3 grandkids, so he had no problems with this one. The fenders DID rub at first, but he was able to adjust them so they didn't. My maiden voyage was just over a week ago, and it was MUCH more difficult than anticipated. The first issue I ran into was steering. Steering a trike is WAY different from a bike. I knew that, intellectually, yet I was unprepared for how difficult it was actually going to be. I live in downtown Atlanta, in a neighborhood built before cars (or driveways), therefore everyone parks along the narrow streets. The roads are all crowned very high in the center to facilitate rain runoff, and this means the trike tilts *VERY* far to the right if you are staying in your lane of traffic. One must lean to the left in order to maintain any stability, and that, in addition to the width of the back end, makes controlling the vehicle much more complicated, and difficult to handle. Add to that the unfortunate fact that the chain drives the RIGHT rear wheel, and you have a tricycle which wants to pull you off the side of the road. I had to brake frequently to avoid veering into parked cars, or once, into a tree! Also, when you put your feet down at a stop, as you are accustomed to doing on a 2-wheeler, if you are still moving even a couple of inches, you will road-burn your calves with your rear wheels! My second ride was better. I made it in the middle of the day, when there was very little traffic, and I stayed close to the center of the road. I still had to use my left hand to do most of the guiding, and kept swiveling my head to watch for oncoming traffic (note to self: rearview mirror!). I'm not ready to brave the main roads yet, for sure, and in spite of the fact that I use an exercycle regularly, the last hill defeated me, and I had to pull over and catch my breath for a few minutes. I'm a pale redhead, and I'm sure my face was beet-colored at this point. A low, recumbent tricycle would be more stable, and the "serious" trikers who are interested in speed and heart-rate will always recommend those, but I wasn't comfortable giving up visibility (seeing and BEING seen). Those models also do not have baskets, or room for what my employer calls my "Mary Poppins Bag". My eBike kit from Clean Republic arrives today, and I'm looking forward to a fun and motor-assisted ride this weekend! I'll gladly update this review at that time. The front wheel drive motor should help with my others issues, and beyond that, I just have to get used to it. This trike is inexpensive, heavy and clunky, but it's certainly a good starter trike for someone like me. If it becomes my main mode of transport (as I hope, with a new grocery being built nearby), I might upgrade at some point. The eBike kit can be transferred to any 26" bike or trike. Yes, the eBike kit cost nearly THREE TIMES what the bike itself did, and I'll be letting you know if it was worth it! My last comment, and the loss of one-star, is that I wish this trike had coaster brakes in addition to hand brakes. I have small, arthritic hands and the span of the brake grip is almost more than I can do now, let alone as time goes by. I may have to jury-rig a manner of closing the distance between the handgrips and the brake pull.

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