Turn almost any bike into a instant Scooter with “The Wheel.” It’s a brand new patented technology, incorporating the engine and gear train entirely within the front wheel. You simply replace your existing wheel… Well, there is a little more to it then that, but it’s a great way to take an existing bike and turn it into an optional motor bike. Don’t want to use it, just leave it off and it will ride like a regular bike. And with gas prices the way they are, 100 mpg sounds very appealing…
Selling points:
Design: Attractive sleek design; can be ridden like a regular bicycle or with motor assistance when desired; balance of bike unchanged
Fuel: Enormous weight advantage; no recharging delays; unlimited range; fuel universally available
Freedom: Bike can be ridden with or without the motor running with little noticeable difference
Weight: Easier to handle, steer; extra weight not noticeable when pedaled; bike can be lifted by one person, easily stored indoors
Installation: Easy to install or remove as needed
Product Specs:
| Powered by: | 25cc two-stroke engine; 1 HP or 0.8 KW power maximum output at 7500rpm; |
| Power Train: | The Wheel is driven by a series of sprockets & chains which drive the engine (and the wheel) around a fixed axle |
| Top Speed: | 20 mph (32 kph) over flat terrain; normal bicycle brakes are sufficient to stop it |
| Fuel Used: | Standard two-stroke fuel (a mixture of normal gasoline and oil) |
| Fuel Consumption: | Over 100 miles per gallon |
| Weight: | Less than 15 pounds (5 kg); 12 pounds net of additional weight once the original wheel is removed |
| Noise Levels: | Less than 65 dB at a distance of 7.5 m; very quiet operation |
| Emissions: | Extremely low; using the latest technology, it meets EPA and CARB regulations; The Wheel stops when you stop, eliminating idling and emissions caused by idling |
| Clutch Operation: | Automatically engages when engine is running |
| Starting & Stopping: | Single user interface of throttle and starter; User must pedal to start the motor; no idling possible |
Available: Now
Price: $499
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Now that’s gangster.
I just found this site a while back when a friend of mine suggested it to me. I’ve been a regular reader ever since.
Gas prices these days are just getting higher, i think the government should focus more on alternative energy.,*.