For All Bikes
MIRROR
We recommend all riders use a mirror, if you prefer a helmet or glasses mounted mirror that is fine.
Otherwise we offer a Mirrycle mirror modified with a bracket and hardware to mount on a brake lever.
BRAKE LEVERS
*For Frameset Buyers*
Touring or Mountain type
levers are best choices for optimal hand position. We use
Tektro levers, and bend them to fit the curve of the Lightning drop
handlebar.
SLIP-ON SEAT BAG
Custom made for the Lightning, the Seat Bag quickly and easily slips over the top of the seat to carry everything needed on a day ride. Includes slots for two 1.5 liter hydration bladders, and a small key and wallet pocket.
Capacity 700 cubic in.
Weight: 0.5 lbs
Colors: Black, blue, red, yellow, bright orange
Custom made for the Lightning, this rack bolts in four points to the rear dropouts and seat stays. Strong and durable, rated for loads up to 50 pounds.
Weight: 1.5 pounds
Custom designed for the Lightning—they do not increase wind resistance like other panniers. They are constructed with an aluminum framework, and tough Cordura nylon.
Also, these are the only panniers that should be used with the Shockster rear suspension. Other panniers place the weight too far rearward, resulting in damage to the suspension unit.
The panniers mount on the Lightning rack or similar racks.
Capacity: 2,000
cubic inches.
Weight: 3 lbs
Colors: Black, blue, red, yellow
Custom made for the Lightning, this Bag easily attaches to the handlebar using velcro straps to carry small items. Has a main zippered compartment and small top pocket
Capacity 100 cubic in.
Colors: Black, yellow
This small and lightweight fairing gives a 10% increase in speed. It also keeps you warmer in the winter, and keeps the bugs off in the summer.
Quickly and easily attaches to Tektro or DiaCompe brake levers with special mounting studs.
Plus, it is held in place with finger knobs, for fast no-tools removal.
Weight:1.2 lbs.
Custom made from Nylon/Lycra for use with recumbents. Because of the superb Lightning comfort, no padding is needed in these six panel shorts. Made by Kucharic cyclewear.
RAAM-tested QUICK ADJUST KIT
This amazing kit makes your P-38 easily adjustable to fit various riders in your family! The idea came from RAAM (the non-stop Race Across America), where Tim needed a way to fit the racing bike to multiple riders, and change quickly between them.
By adding the chain take-up device, this option lets you adjust crank boom without changing the chain length. Includes quick release skewers for the crank and handlebar adjustments! Perfect for quick adjustments for different users of the same bike.
Weight: 0.6 lb
THE CHAIN TAKE UP DEVICE IS STANDARD ON THE PHANTOM.
FENDERS
Matched Planet Bike fender sets are available for all Lightning models. Constructed from tough plastic laminated over aluminum, with stainless steel mounting hardware.
Weight: 1 lb
NOW STANDARD ON PHANTOMS!
The perfect solution for easier entry and exit, or if you want to change the handlebar reach during rides.
During quick stops, the folding stems used on other recumbent brands can fly forward, possibly resulting in a loss of control. For much safer riding, the exclusive Lightning Lock Down stem locks solidly in place, preventing any movement during riding.
A custom oversized quick
release lever is employed to easily engage and disengage
the toothed locking mechanism. Six positions are
available, from 20 degrees forward to 20 degrees
rearward.
Also, when unlocked, the stem can be tilted 90 degrees
forward or rearward. This feature allows for easy storage
or transportation in limited spaces, especially when the
seat is removed.
The locking pivot portion of the stem is a separate
piece, and can be easily retrofitted to any LIGHTNING
built after 1996. Because this portion adds about 3
inches to the stem height, a shorter upper stem might be
needed to prevent excessive handlebar height
The photos show a close-up of the locking pivot portion.
The lower part inserts into the fork steerer, while the
existing upper stem slides over the top part.
Adds 0.5 lb weight
REAR SUSPENSION
Bolt-on rear suspension is
now available for the Phantom and P-38 models. The suspension
unit is a Shockster, built in the USA by Bike Control
with
special light weight springs for Lightning
recumbents.
Custom rear stays included with the suspension unit allow
it to be easily bolted onto 2000 and up model
Thunderbolts and Phantoms. Note: DO NOT MOUNT A
SHOCKSTER WITHOUT THESE CUSTOM STAYS, as the frame might
fail. The Shockster and Lightning warranties are valid
only with the custom rear stays.
Also the unit can be fitted
to P-38 models built after 1990 by removal of the seat stays. If the unit is
fitted to a P-38, Paul Motolite 700c rear brakes or a
26" rear wheel is needed.
The suspension features 3 inches of travel, and brackets
are available for installing a rear rack.
Finally, because of the vertical suspension travel, there
is no "biopacing", meaning no pedaling energy is
lost due to suspension compression.
Weight: 3 lbs
P-38 Accessories
SUSPENDED FRONT FORK
Recommended if the front tire is run at pressures over 100 psi.
A coil spring is located inside the steerer tube with friction damping. This fork weighs only 1/2 lb. more, and is a direct replacement for, the rigid fork. The F-40 comes standard with this fork.
The wheel pictured in the fork at left is the optional high performance 20x1 wheel, with Grand Prix 120 psi tire and Sun M14A aero rim.
Adds 0.5 lb weight