Monday, January 30, 2012

The Voltitude bike - Swiss knife with wheels

An electric bicycle inspired by a city scooter.

The Voltitude bike takes the best from city scooters.
Low gravity centre makes it easy to ride
Wide wheels adapted to urban hazards
Powerful hydraulic disc brakes
Rear-wheel drive
Integrated anti-theft lock
Built-in front and rear lighting

city scooter inspired by an electric bicycle.
The Voltitude bike takes the best from e-bikes.
Electric pedal assistance (pedelec)
Zero emission drive
Silence
Unbeatable energy cost per km
No license, no registration, optional bicycle helmet
Free to use all bike lanes

Avoid theft and fold away your Voltitude bike in a very small space.

Even though its size and wheelbase is absolutely comparable to a normal bicycle, the Voltitude bike can be folded in a very small space such as a locker, cupboard or car trunk. Basically two Voltitude bikes can be stored in a space similar to a washing machine.












Technical specs (subject to change)
Frame
Laser and waterjet-cut recyclable aluminium
Wheelbase
1087mm
Bottom bracket height
275mm
Transmission
Sequential gearbox (7 speed)
or
Continuously variable transmission for ultimate comfort
Wheels
Recyclable aluminium
Tyres
Scooter-type 90x65-6.5
Brakes
Hydraulic disc brakes
Motor
250 Watt, integrated
Battery
Lithium-Ion, 9.5Ah, 36V more
Charger
110/240V external (similar to a laptop charger)
Recharge time
4 hour full recharge on 240V
Range
20 to 40km depending on pedal input and terrain
Speed
Assistance up to 25km/h
Weight
Between 21kg and 25kg (excl. Battery pack) more
Full dimensions
1400mm x 1000mm x 500mm
Stowable dimensions
650mm x 900mm x 280mm
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