I really like the Arkimoto trike, and I'm really excited about trike electric bike having the pedaling system being used as a generator for use of electricity supplied to the batteries supplying the electricity to power the motors, and that they use multiple hub motors. There are two things I would want to use for the creation of a different kind of trike!, One that would be beneficial to people with certain disabilities and one that could allow for usage in any weather, plus a possibility of a way to switch if need be from the generator pedaling to actual pedaling of one or more of the wheels!!!
I thought about a pedal generator e-bike years ago. With pedals, gears,chain connected to a generator a person should be able to generate 250w maybe more by pedaling. I think the Arcimoto awd reverse e-trike is on the right path with it's corner carving ability but sadly once again they lack the common sense to make an aerodynamic, removable, lightweight,weather enclosure. The roof of the enclosure could also have a 100w solar panel. If they did actually make a weather enclosure, they'd be sure to make it as dorky looking & unappealing as possible. It needs a lower seating position, not so low that you can't see traffic but lower for more long trip comfort & aerodynamics. Similar to the more practical Raht racer. The rain enclosure could be a removable bottom 1/2 skirt, with latching lid type roof with a hinge in the front. To climb in, you unlatch lid, raise up, climb in & pull down. The enclosure should come with windows/air vents. If I wanted to ride upright like an e-bike & get cold & wet because I have no enclosure. Then I'd just buy a much cheaper e-bike, since it's more narrow to go thru traffic & I can carry it inside easy for storage. I think if the Raht racer was a little more refined with partially removable enclosure for nice days, they would sell.
If it’s designed to fit Japan’s regulations it is no way a gimmick. Lived in Japan for nearly 13 years. Owned and seen many things created to be viable within their strict regulations.
You know, the more I look at this picture knowing it's a trike. The more I see potential in short distance deliveries. Literally grocery stores and stuff like that could use these to have people go a couple blocks around the store delivering to those that live closest to it. One it would give people a job, two it would give people exercise, three hell of a gas saver but how do you keep it from being scorched by the Sun overheated etc got to work on that part
I think that the Streek is the first step forward in bicycle innovation since the folding bicycle. Very creative, intelligent, and practical. I would like to know more about the Arcimoto when they release it for sales.
They are creative. I would have gone with a larger motor and larger batteries. With a custom frame you can also incorporate a custom space for larger batteries. That gets you greater range. Shoot for 300 Mile plus range.
The Streek Cargo Bike looks useful. If I lived in an urban area in Canada; I would consider replacing my car with something like that, if it was available.
The Arcimoto is cool w/being able to take it into your house to use as an exercise bike. It would be even cooler if you could hook it up to your TV to power it.
You need to do a super heavy weight edition of your show showcasing vehicles that can handle 600 pounds. As a 420 pound guy 95% of what you show I can’t peddle or it’s like that 3D waste plastic bike. I want something I can buy.
LOL the streak is a clever name right off the bat.. length limitation laws? Seems a little totalitarian.. I pull a four wheel cargo/camper wagon behind my electric bike.. and it is kind of a train.. there is a huge unfilled niche of ultralight unregistered unlicensed and unharassed by bureaucrats.. waiting to be filled
Yes I am interested in these E Tricks. Use of waste plastic will have intrinsic mechanical failure of the gram due to fatigue and exposure to UV light.
In my opinion cargo bikes should have a rear end designed to accept hitches.. when setting out to make my own bicycle cargo wagon I decided to go with a four-wheel frame and a Class 1 ball hitch mounted to a wooden box that is then zip tied to the frame.. the advantage of four wheels obviously is it limits tongue weight.. which is a huge deal on a bicycle you need solid contact with your front wheel
Having two wheels at the front and one at the back ensures better road handling and stability. The middle of the chassis hides the cargo. It's a must have for car-free shopping.
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