2007. I decided to build another replica, this time of a Militaire year 1911 USA motorcycle in a recumbent style. But I have been persuaded by my friend and recumbent rider George D to have a look at Python website by J’rgen Mages http://www.python-lowracer.de/. I got hooked on the challenge not only to build this very appealing recumbent but also on the challenge to learn to ride it. I like portability of all my bikes and also have made this one folding. I will paint it and add all the necessary accessories soon. As so many other Python builders, I found learning to ride it more challenging then building it. I have still a long way to go to attain the 'Zen' feeling, but I am getting better every day and an enjoying the experience. I did master the Python but I did not feel confident to ride on it in traffic, so I converted it to 'above steer'. The ride is not the same but it is much safer in uncertain road situations. And this bicycle (named Militaire) is now convertible to both configurations and is still foldable.
