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Staff Review:
"My Villager is so comfortable that I can ride it for hours without hurting or needing to stop. That is important to me. The boom can be adjusted to fit your exact size for maximum comfort and control. The brakes stop on a dime, and the trike practically rides itself it is very smooth and stable. " - Sonia
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2010 Catrike Villager
Starting at: $1650

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Current Availability:
  Available Color: Silver (9sp and 27sp) (Several in stock) - Can ship today
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Owners Manual

The Catrike Villager is an affordable, user-friendly Catrike that anyone can ride. Based on strong demand, the Villager has a higher seat than the other catrike models, 20” wheels, a wider stance and incredible ground clearance. This is a true utilitarian vehicle that has many uses; ride it to the grocery store or out to dinner; it’s great for a picnic in the park, or ride it wherever you want to go. You will enjoy the scenery more than ever and discover the great joy of riding all over again.

The Villager’s 12.5” seat height allows you to get in and out with little effort; 5.5” ground clearance helps you negotiate speed bumps and curb transitions; stable 31” track; simple 9-speed drive train with quality components. This Cat is easy to ride and friendly for a first time buyer. And best of all, it’s affordable.

Human power is great for the future, but even better today.

Beautiful-Simple-Functional Catrike Villager.


Detailed Specifications:

Frame Material: Heat Treated Aircraft Grade Aluminum
Trike Weight: 31 lbs.
Front Wheel: 20" (406) / Catrike Black Aluminum
Rear Wheel: 20" (406) / Catrike Black Aluminum
Stock Tires: Schwalbe Marathon
Tube Valve: Presta
Wheelbase: 37 in.
Wheel Track: 31 in.
Total Width: 35 in.
Seat Height: 12.5 in.
Total Assembled Height: 27 in.
Total Length: 72 in.
Turning Circle: 14 ft.
Turning Radius: 84 in.
Gear Inch Range: 22-65"
Gear Inch Range (with optional 27T Schlumpf HSD): 15.8"-114.6"
Ground Clearance: 5.5
Seat Angle: 50 degrees
Seat Type: Basic Mesh
Seat Width: 14 in.
Total Weight Capacity: 275 lbs.
Bottom Bracket Height: 14.5 in.
X-Seam Range: 39-46" (Option Extra Long Boom Up to 53")
Number of Gear Combinations: 9
Shifters: SRAM SX5 Half Pipe Twist shifter
Rear Derailleur: SRAM long cage SX5 1:1 Ratio
Front Derailleur: N/A
Front Brakes: Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc Brakes
Rear Brake: None
Brake Levers: Avid FR5 Flat Pull Brake Lever
Front Gearing: Truvativ Isoflow 170mm arm 38T Crank with chaing guard
Rear Gearing: SRAM PG 950 11-32 cassette
Chain Type: KMC X9 Chain
Standard Color(s): White
Optional Colors: Basic $99 (Silver, Yellow, Red, Blue or Black)
Neon $129 (Lime Green, Pink)
Sparkle $149 (Orange, Red, British Racing Green, Blue)
Boom Type: Adjustable/Indexed
Steering Type: Direct
Steering Pivot Type: Cane Creek Headsets
Ackerman Steering: Ackerman Compensation
Brake Steer: None
Self Centering: Yes
Center Point: Yes
Pedals: Clipless Pedals w/Platform
Mirror: 1 Included
Flag: Included
Fenders: Optional
Rack: Optional
Computer Sensor Mount: Included
Idler: Catrike Delrin Idler
Chain Tubes: PTFE
Headrest: Optional
Suspension: None
Warranty: Limited Lifetime
Country of Origin: USA



Catrike Villager Review

Anyone who says that every Tadpole Recumbent Trike is pretty much the same hasn’t ridden every trike. Each brand has its own feel. And each model, or model class within the brands, usually has its own feel. The Catrike Villager rides unlike any trike I’ve ever ridden. It resides in a class all it’s own in the Catrike line up.

The Villager has a seat height of 12.5”, which is higher than other standard recumbent tadpole trikes. At first, I thought this might make the trike unstable at high speeds. But since the center of gravity is still relatively low, it handles quite well. The Villager is the only Catrike I would feel comfortable going off a square sidewalk curb or even some sets of stairs, without fear of damaging the idlers or chain. As is the case with most 20"-wheeled trikes, the rear derailleur is close to the ground, but the rear wheel helps to guard it from damage when going straight off curbs and such. For optimal ground clearance, an internally-geared hub transmission will raise the chain line and eliminate any possibility of damaging a rear derailleur.

The standard color of the Villager is white, but can be painted any of the available Catrike optional colors for $99-$149 depending on which custom color you choose. This Catrike comes with Avid BB5 Mechanical Disc Brakes, a SRAM long cage SX5 rear derailleur, a KMC X9 Chain, a SRAM PG 950 11-32 cassette and Schwalbe Marathon tires. While all these components are of good quality, having only 9 speeds may not be enough for some riders. For the easiest way to increase your gear range, I would recommend upgrading the single tooth sprocket in the front with a Schlumpf High Speed Drive. This will give you a greater gear range than having a 3 speed front derailleur setup. If you really do want a front derailleur, you can buy an upgraded boom that accepts a front derailleur.

The Villager supports a rider weight of up to 275lbs. It has a comfortable mesh seat that has a reclined angle of 50 degrees and a width of 14". It will accept an X-Seam range of 39" to 46", or with an optional extra long boom up to 53". The angles of the villager frame place your feet almost directly in front of you, rather than slightly elevated like the other Catrike models. I also felt that the seat angle and higher riding height really seems to minimize the road vibrations I felt as a rider, making the experience a very comfortable one. The Villager has 20” all around, which makes only having to carry one size spare tube an advantage. The steering of the Villager is excellent as is the turning radius.

If you’re looking for a Recumbent Trike that’s easy to get in and out of and want to keep the superior stability of a tadpole trike, the Catrike Villager from Big Cat HPV is a very good choice.




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i need the extra ground clearance of the villager, but want at least a 24 spd. i see that you currently have a few available, what about the future?
Posted by bentmelt
09/30/2009 05:12:12 PM


The 27-speed version is something we can build at any time.
Posted by Ashley

I'm a beginner and like the Villager for its seat height and clearance. However, I have some challenging hills I'd like to be able to use a "granny gear". I'd like about 14 GI on the low end and am not very concerned about exceeding 95 GI on the upper. What would you recommend for the Villager?
Posted by Bob
10/06/2009 02:43:47 AM

Adding the Schlumpf HSD to the front of the villager will give you a 14GI low end. You might also consider the 27-speed version of the Villager which has an 18GI low end. It could be modified to get down to 14GI by changing the front chainring to a 24T.
Posted by Ashley

UtahTrikes IS awesome. Ashley Guy has been wonderful and has been very helpful in helping me through the decision making process. I will buy again from UtahTrikes. I like that Eliptical bike that just came out. Anyway I bought the Catrike Villager and added the Schlumpf HSD up front and it has been a wonderful ride! I have just over 100 miles on it now and it has been awesome. Trike came fully assembled and all I had to do is put on the back tire (took me 5 minutes). The customized the trike for me to my specs and I am most appreciative for the fines support UtahTrikes offers. All my future bike/trike related purchases will most likely be through this website! Anyone looking for a great trike at a great price... UtahTrikes is the answer. I must admit, I am partial to the Catrike Villager as it sits up a little higher and is easier to get in and out of. The HSD makes a complete difference. Thanks Ashley. Donn Yeager sends.... :) Merry Christmas
Posted by Donn
12/20/2009 07:25:45 PM

Thank you
Posted by Ashley

1 am only 5ft.2in. tall. can the catrike villager be ajusted to fit me?
Posted by doris
04/17/2010 08:24:40 AM

Yes, we can trim the boom to accommodate your leg length. I also recommend shorter cranks.
Posted by Ashley

Would you have any suggestions on how and where to mount a front facing headlight on the Catrike Villager 9 speed. Do you know of an accessory mount large enough to go around the boom or is there a different way I'm not seeing.
Posted by IanD
04/24/2010 07:41:07 PM

I assume you have the 9-speed boom withouth the derailleur post. Without the derailleur post you will need to drill a hole and bolt a mount to the boom. The Swinggrip mount will work for this.
Posted by Ashley

Is it possible to add a rear rack on this model?
Posted by Henry
05/30/2010 11:41:47 PM

Yes, we put racks on the Villager all the time.
Posted by Ashley

I'm 6'4" with a 38" inseam... will the Villager fit me?
Posted by Johan
06/30/2010 11:06:50 AM

Yes, you would want the XL boom option.
Posted by Ashley

How much cornering stability has been given up due to ride height? I imagine it's no Catrike Speed or Road, but how does it compare with the Trail?
Posted by Stephen
07/05/2010 06:13:17 PM

The Villager has a wider track which makes it very stable. If you are going to take hard and fast corners you will need to use some body english to keep the wheels on the ground more than on the lower trikes.
Posted by Ashley

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