Lightning recumbent bicycles

"Knows how to climb, a brilliant design!" — Bicycling Magazine

If you are new to recumbent bicycles, check out our introductory information.

The Lightning Phantom II

Lightning Phantom

The Phantom combines the overall geometry and seat of the P-38 with solid chromoly mono-tube construction for a fast bike that's durable, comfortable and very affordable. Now available also as a midracer.

The Lightning Phantom Quad New!

Lightning Quad

Four wheels deliver unmatched safety, plus utilizes the Phantom frame and components to deliver legendary Lightning performance.

The Lightning P-38                 New! 2x10 and 3x10 models

Lightning P-38

The legendary P-38 is still our flagship and our second-lightest recumbent (only our R-84 is lighter). A stiff, strong patented space frame design, plus the patented Ergofit seat make the P-38 one of the finest recumbents you can own for touring, racing and recreational riding. Now available also as a midracer.


The Lightning P-38 Voyager

Now you can take it with you!

Lightning P-38 Voyager

The Lightning F-40

Lightning F-40

For racers and high-performance enthusiasts, the record breaking fully-faired F-40 can't be beat. In fact it holds some 12 world speed records.

The Lightning R-84

Lightning R-84

At only 18 pounds, the carbon fiber R-84 will take you anywhere you want to go in comfort and blazing speed! This is the ultimate high-tech, lightweight recumbent for the ultimate enthusiast. Now available also as a midracer.

The Lightning F-90

Lightning F-90

Extreme performance for those with The Right Stuff.

Doing Business

We're ready to serve you and would love to see you enjoying one of our bikes. If you're shopping for a bicycle, first go to our Bicycles page, and read about what makes Lightning bikes special. Then check out the range of bikes available, including the high-performance comfort of the Phantom, and our flagship, the legendary P-38. For racers and high-performance enthusiasts, the record breaking fully-faired F-40, the 19 pound carbon fiber R-84, and World Champion F-90 will take you anywhere you want to go in comfort and blazing speed! Finally, check out our How to Buy page to find your closest Lightning dealer, plus learn about sizing, accessories, and color options. Or contact us for more info.

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