New Zealand inventor Grant Ryan and engineer Peter Higgins launched the electric bicycle Yikebike in 2009. It has a special shape similar to a classic bicycle with a large front wheel and a small rear wheel. The driver sits upright on the seat cushion and holds the chair in his hand. With the handrails on both sides of the pad, you can control the direction and walk on the street as you like without suffering from traffic jams. After getting off the car, the lightweight storage function can be quickly folded and you can take it with you without worrying about not parking in the parking space. There will be fines or car thieves watching eagerly from the sidelines. They will wait for you to leave and then attack immediately. No wonder it has attracted much market attention after its launch. After considering customer feedback in the past few years, they recently launched improved versions of Yikebike Model V and Model C.
The feeling of riding a Yikebike is very similar to riding a unicycle. It may be a little scary at first, but it does not require refueling, finding a parking space, paying parking fees, and is not afraid of being stolen or traffic jams. No wonder you can get good results. reaction!
Both new versions of Yikebike can be folded into a size of about 43 liters in 20 seconds, can be carried on the shoulder of a bag, and have electronic anti-skid regenerative braking systems. The difference is that Model V weighs about 15.5 kilograms. It is made of hydroformed aluminum and reinforced composite materials to create a simple and neat shape. It can freely switch between two-wheel and three-wheel modes. It is available in dark gray, silver and gold. Three styles to choose from. The 237-watt-hour lithium battery takes about 90 minutes to charge, and the power can maintain a speed of about 14 kilometers per hour, and can even reach a maximum speed of 23 kilometers per hour.
In comparison, the Model C, which is made of carbon fiber and has a matte surface, is much lighter, only 11.4 kilograms. However, despite being light, the Model C is the strongest Yikebike so far. It can travel about 20 kilometers on a single charge.
Currently, Model V and Model C have completed the testing phase and are currently raising funds on Kickstarter. Model V is priced at US$4,995, and Model C is priced at US$7,995. It seems... Before you want to show off on the street, you may have to pray for a cheaper price.
