7 frequently asked questions about Van Raam tandems

Van Raam has several tandems in its assortment, suitable for both adults and children. Here are the answers to the 7 most frequently asked questions about Van Raam tandems.


7 frequently asked questions about Van Raam tandems

1. What is a tandem?

A tandem is a bicycle that is suitable for two or more people who cycle behind or alongside each other. Read more in the article 'What is a tandem bicycle?'

2. Which tandems does Van Raam have?

Van Raam has several tandems with two or three wheels for adults or for an adult and a child:

  • Twinny: two-wheel tandem on which two adults sit behind each other

  • Twinny Plus: three wheel tandem on which two adults sit behind each other

  • Kivo: two-wheel tandem where one adult and one child sit behind each other

  • Kivo Plus: three-wheel tandem with one adult and one child sitting back to back

  • Fun2Go en FunTrain: side-by-side tandem/duo bike where two adults or an adult and a child sit next to each other. The FunTrain is a side-by-side tandem trailer

frequently asked questions about Van Raam tandems - cycling together

3. For whom are Van Raam tandems suitable?

Van Raam's tandems are used to enjoy cycling together. Because of the low entry or no entry and the various options, the tandems are often used by people who are not able to cycle independently (anymore), together with a companion.

The Kivo tandem with two wheels and the Kivo Plus tandem three-wheel bike are suitable for a child who sits at the front and an adult (e.g. parent or carer) who sits at the back. The child can see the surroundings and the adult can watch the child and the road.

The Fun2Go is mainly used by adults/elderly people, but is also available with a child seat.

4. How to ride a tandem bike?

Cycling on a tandem is not comparable with cycling on a single-seater bike. You are on the bike with two people and therefore you have to take the other person into account.

Practice makes perfect, so we always recommend practicing cycling on a Van Raam tandem. We give you 10 tips for cycling on a tandem.

5. What is the length of a tandem bike?

The diagram below shows the length and width of Van Raam's tandems. Also read more in the article 'How long is a Van Raam tandem bike?'

 

Length (cm)

Width (cm)

Twinny

259

66

Twinny Plus

261

75

Kivo

244

66

Kivo Plus

246

75

Fun2Go

200

113

FunTrain

197

113

 
frequently asked questions about Van Raam tandems - options for Van Raam tandem

6. Which options are available for a Van Raam tandem?

A Van Raam tandem can be put together as desired with various options. The following options are often purchased with a tandem:

  • Pedal support (smart e-bike)

  • Backrest (with belt) en belts for the Fun2Go/FunTrain.

  • Different frame heights (with the Twinny or Twinny Plus and Kivo or Kivo Plus)

  • Choice of front, or rear steering (for the Twinny and Twinny Plus)

  • Foot fixation

You can find the available options of each tandem on the price list on the relevant product page.

7. How much is a tandem bike?

The price of the Van Raam tandems depends on the different options you need/choose for your bicycle. See the price list on the relevant product page for the prices of the tandem and all options

frequently asked questions about Van Raam tandems - put together your own tandem

Put together your own tandem

It is possible to put together your own tandem with our online configurator. You can put together a tandem from a pre-configured bicycle (a bicycle where a number of frequently chosen options have already been checked) or put together the tandem yourself. Read more in the article 'Put together your Van Raam bike with the bike configurator'.

Put together your Van Raam tandem

Want to buy a tandem bike?

Would you like to buy a tandem, but don't know where to start? In our article 'Tandem bike for sale - Van Raam tips', we give you 10 tips for purchasing a Van Raam tandem.

Tips to buy a tandem bike

Questions?

Would you like to know more about Van Raam tandems or do you have other questions? Then get in touch with us! You can reach us by phone: +31 (0)315 - 25 73 70, e-mail: info@vanraam.com or via our  contact form.