9 Best Drift Trikes (Review) In 2020

Remember Razor? They never went anywhere; they just weren’t as relevant. Since the rise of drift trikes, they’ve come out of the woodwork to bring us the RipRider, which is equipped to handle. Safety is obviously going to be a big concern, which is why Razor has an optional kit that includes four pads with wide surface coverage to account for all manners of slips and spills. Tipping over is going to be a challenge though since Razor included all-steel caster-style wheels in the back.

They’re great at quickly changing direction, but this trike doesn’t come without its downsides. For one, it’s a limited size, and the height range ends at around 50-52” before it starts getting uncomfortable to use. Now that’s obviously still a long ways away, but it’s something to take into account depending on the age and height of your child. Those safe caster wheels we talked about should only be used on pavement, by the way. Most drift trikes can handle a bit of off-road dirt path action, but this one will get jammed up fairly quickly. More than a few feet into the dirt, and it’ll just jam right up. As for the durability, you can expect to have this for a long time to come. The steel frame remains lightweight at under 20 lbs. for the entire trike, but it also provides excellent strength and resistance in all environments. Grab onto the MX-style handlebars, and leave a dust cloud behind you. For more awesome options for your kids, check out our guide to the best balance bikes.

We know we’ve already featured a couple of Razor drift trikes on this list already but they have this market pretty well cornered. If you’re looking for the undisputed king of drift trikes, you’ve got to pick Razor. This next trike – the Razor FlashRider 360 Caster Trike – is almost exactly the same as the Razor Riprider 360 we featured as our Best Choice product. The only difference really is the inclusion of an exciting Spark Bar that creates a trail of pyrotechnic sparks as your kids drift around. This feature definitely isn’t necessary but it adds an element of excitement to every ride. 

One of the reasons this award-winning style of drift trike is so popular is that it’s super easy to ride. The large front wheel is controlled by the pedals, providing plenty of speed and control, while the dual inclined caster drift around at the back. For added control, it has large MX-style handlebars with rubber grips that sit at eye-level for that Harley-Davidson feel. There isn’t much to say about this drift trike except that it has been winning the hearts and minds of kids since the 1970s, and it’s just as fun today. 

If you really want to go all out and buy the best drift trike on the market, the TRIAD Notorious 4 has to be a serious consideration. This beast isn’t designed for kids. It’s a genuine drift trike built for adults that want to add an element of danger to their commute (actually, if we’re being honest, we wouldn’t recommend riding it to work). To really understand why this product is so good, you need to take it for a test ride. We can’t really do it justice in this review. Instead, we’ll just tell you about some of the features.

It has an exclusive Snakehead gusseted twin-tube frame, a Sentinel platform, a Commander Elite 4130 front fork, an Oath Slim Jim headset, an anodized oversized handlebar, an Oath tracker 20” front wheel, and two Oath 49er PP back wheels. If none of that means anything to you, trust us that this drift trike has all of the best fittings in the Triad range. It’s designed to last a lifetime and provide high-end performance every time you ride. 

Razor takes both top spots in the hunt for the best drift trike, and they’ve jumped in with both feet on this one. This fully electric model gives you a half-hour of runtime on a single 12 V battery charge and doesn’t take much time to charge at all (1-2 hours). Everything is built out of steel, rubber, and a touch of plastic on the exterior motor housing. The logo on the front of the trike won’t fade easily, either—the plastic is partially UV-resistant, meaning it won’t sun bleach unless it’s left stationary for long periods of time. Normal play will ensure that the aesthetics are upkept.

The major flaw in Razor Power Rider 360 Electric Tricycle is that the pedals are just footholds because it’s strictly electrically operated. It would be nice if you had the option to manually drive it back once the battery died, but that’s not the case. The unit is pretty heavy, so carrying it back wouldn’t be a good time. Other than that, the only other major gripe is that the seat is a bit flimsy. If you get near the 120 pound weight limit, the seat might bend and warp with use. The steel frame will stand the test of time, and Razor gives you a 90-day warranty for manufacturer defects. We both know it’s going to get plenty of playtime before that time limit is up. You may also like some of the best kid’s bikes from our list, so don’t forget to check them out.

Back at it with Razor. They’ve taken a more Tonka-inspired aesthetic to this trike, and made it a bit bulkier than their other models. This is designed with downhill in mind, so you can drift while gaining excellent momentum and skidding past the competition. The unique back wheels make for rapid, yet controlled 180 degree turns, but don’t expect them to hold up forever. Replacement wheels will need to be applied annually.

That’s a design flaw on Razor’s part, and the other is the inconsistent welding during assembly. Before you let anyone ride this, go over the frame to ensure you don’t have to sand down any rough spots at the joints. While that can be inconvenient, Razor DXT Drift Trike does offer a 198 lbs. weight range thanks to the durable steel frame, and steel wire brakes to handle quick stops on your downhill journeys. If you are also searching for equipment for your bicycle, check out our top picks of the best bike cleaning spray.

Tribby hit a lot of great points that you want in a drift trike, and had a few oddities that we weren’t expecting. First and foremost, Tribby Drift Electric Trike is built tough as nails, and it’s going to take a hurricane to bring it down. The steel frame features a solid battery housing to store that automobile-grade lithium battery pack, 143 lbs. of rider weight, and a two-gear quick-release structure for fast adjustments. It’s going to last, but it’s also going to weigh a ton.

It’s odd because it’s compact and portable, but it weighs nearly 40 lbs. at the same time. It won’t take up much space, but it’s going to be difficult to move in and out of spots while packing for travel. It also caps off at around 7.44 MPH as a max speed, where we’ve seen an average of 9 to 11 in other models. It’s built tough and won’t give out on you, but it is slightly limited in contrast to other drift trikes that we’ve seen. Be sure to also check out our guide to the best bike mirrors for more amazing products like this.

Huffy is one of those brands where you’re supposed to expect quality, and to be completely transparent, our expectations of them were very high. They hit most of those marks, especially when you look at the durability of the bucket-style seat and comfortable user interface. You’ll be able to drift easily, as if it were an extension of yourself. That seat we mentioned is a bit uncomfortable though, so you might have a sore spot on your lower back at the end.

Huffy Green Machine Trike features a fully adjustable knob system so you can spin and slide easier, and have it grow with the rider/adjust to find the right gap from pedal to foot. When it arrives, the tires are usually flat (ours were deflated), so there’s an extra step involved before you can actually hit the pavement. It’s durable, the large back wheels help for great control on your steering, and it’s wildly inexpensive—Huffy made a great drift trike, they could just do a little bit better as well. You may also like some of the best bike speedometers from our list, so take a moment to check them out.

The Razor Drift Rider is the most modern drift trike on this list. Powered by a high-torque, direct-drive hub motor, it can achieve speeds of 9mph (14km/h), making drifting even more fun than ever before. Of course, battery-powered motors always come with one limitation – the battery life. Fortunately, the lithium-ion battery gives you around 40 minutes of continuous use (and takes around five hours to charge up). That’s much better than most battery-powered ride-ons and you could buy an extra battery to extend the playtime. 

To handle this power, the Razor Drift Rider has a steel torsion frame, an airless front tire, and dual-inclined caster rear wheels. Like the other drift trikes in Razor’s range, the back wheels move around freely allowing you to perform huge drifts. For control, this trike features 3-D steering, allowing the rider to lean into the bends. 

Don’t be put off by the fact that the Triad Underworld 4 doesn’t have a lot of customer reviews on Amazon. It’s the latest in Triad’s Underworld series and has a huge reputation on the drift trike market. In fact, we think it’s the best pedal-powered drift trike in the game. Suitable for both kids and adults (up to a maximum weight of 220lbs), it offers an impressive level of build quality that sets it apart from the other products on this list. 

The Snakehead gusseted twin-tube frame is made from high-tension steel, which allows it to handle the force of changing direction quickly. The front wheel is a 20-inch bike wheel with an extra-thick Oath Swerve tire, ABEC 5 wheel bearings, and a Commander V brake for control. On the back, it has two Oath 49er PP wheels that drift freely, making it a constant challenge to stay in control. No matter how hard you look, you won’t find a drift trike with more mod-cons than the Triad Underworld 4.