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Saturday, January 28, 2012

Eco Friendly Hybrid Cycles


Need for change
Though hybrid bicycles are eco friendly, they have significant limitations too. These battery powered bicycles have to be recharged frequently especially for daily riders, thus makes them less preferable. If newer technologies averts these limitations, definitely, hybrid bicycles are likely to become the most preferred vehicle in the future.
Trends
1) Grace
Grace Bicycle
Grace Bicycle
a) What's new:
Grace resembles a conventional bicycle in its design with two wheels, a sturdy frame and a seat. However, the materials used in making this bicycle is its highlight. To be specific, this bike is made from materials which are currently used in Euro-fighter planes and formula one cars. Amazingly, Grace is touted to become the most successful legal street bike, especially due to its high strength and rigidity.
b) What difference will it make:
Grace is a realistic modern bicycle that can cruise up to 45kph on normal roads and 65kph on race tracks. A 1.3KW electric motor is responsible for churning out this amazing power. The bike's zero emission is the differentiated feature, which sets it apart and helps in supporting a pollution-free environment.
2) Electric bike blacktrail
Electric bike blacktrail
Electric bike blacktrail
a) What's new:
Blacktrail bicycle possesses an extra-ordinary design that captivates viewers at the first glimpse itself. The bike's body is made up of some of the most successful aerospace materials like carbon fibers, magnesium, titanium and carbon. Its wheels are broad, dynamic and sturdy enough to absorb abrupt shocks. Blacktrail has a disc-brake system similar to the motorcycles.
b) What difference will it make:
Blacktrail is regarded as the fastest motorcycle in the world. Its CM 48V Lithium-Ion battery packcould allow the bike to cruise up to a top speed of 100kph. The battery could be fully recharged in about 150 minutes. In short, Blacktrail is one of the lightest, fastest and most powerful bicycles ever manufactured, making it a highly efficient and preferable bike.
3) M55 EVO-001 Luxury Electric Bike
M55 EVO-001 Luxury Electric Bike
M55 EVO-001 Luxury Electric Bike
a) what's new:
EVO-001 electric bike is regarded as one of the most intelligent bicycles. The Hungarian bike manufacturer M55 has designed this bike as a power assisted bicycle. To be literal, this bike is not directly powered by electric motor. Instead, the pedal effort is effectively transferred to the wheels through an electric motor. EVO-001 was unveiled in two distinct variants with noticeable difference in the capacity of their electric motors.
b) What difference will it make:
EVO-001's unique power assisted riding technology that makes your ride independent of electricity. The riders can utilize the mechanical energy to power up the electric motor up to a top speed of 43mph.
4) PiMobility Electric Hybrid Bike
PiMobility Electric Hybrid Bike
PiMobility Electric Hybrid Bike
a) What's new:
PiMobility electric bike is very unique and intriguing especially because of its mind-boggling design and hybrid technology. The bicycle possesses an arch like monocoque frame made from aluminum. Shortly called as Picycle, this bike has a Lithium-Ion battery pack with a mileage range of about 30 to 50 miles on a full charge.
b) What difference will it make:
PiMobility electric bicycle could be used in three riding modes: pedal effort, fully-electric and pedal with electric assist. As the battery is completely hidden inside the monocoque frame, the bike has a pleasing appearance. The bike's different riding modes makes it highly versatile. Obviously, Pimobility electric bike is environment-friendly.
5) Lexus Hybrid Bicycle Concept
Lexus Hybrid Bicycle Concept
Lexus Hybrid Bicycle Concept
a) What's new:
Lexus' bicycle is one of the most creative bikes ever produced. The bike possesses a sleek design with independent motors for its wheels. The bike includes an eight speed transmission unit with a regenerative braking system.
b) what difference will it make:
Lexus' bike is made of lightweight, composite materials which are currently used in formula cars. Its hybrid technology makes use of the rider's mechanical effort. However, a 25.9V Lithium-Ion battery assists the pedaling effort through a belt-driven electric motor. These features make the bike emission-free and highly preferable.

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