The Yike Bike is the Solution to Urban Congestion
Robyn Currie — September 2, 2009 — Eco
The question of urban mobility has always been “how am I going to get from reasonably close point A to reasonably close point B?” The solution is the Yike Bike.
The strange looking Yike Bike is a foldable, electric powered, and carbon frame high seated mini two wheeler. Weighing in at 22 lbs., the Yike Bike is easily maneuvered, and features electric brakes with an anti-skid system. Aside from looking thoroughly silly on one, the only other draw back is the hefty price tag of $4,900. And you can’t even pop a wheelie on it.
The strange looking Yike Bike is a foldable, electric powered, and carbon frame high seated mini two wheeler. Weighing in at 22 lbs., the Yike Bike is easily maneuvered, and features electric brakes with an anti-skid system. Aside from looking thoroughly silly on one, the only other draw back is the hefty price tag of $4,900. And you can’t even pop a wheelie on it.
Trend Themes
1. Electric Mini-two Wheelers - The development of new small-sized and electrically powered two-wheelers is disrupting the traditional urban mobility sector.
2. Foldable Vehicles - The emergence of foldable and compact electric vehicles is proving to be a disruptive innovation for urban commuters.
3. Carbon Fiber Frames - The growing trend towards carbon fiber frames for small urban vehicles is challenging traditional manufacturing methods.
Industry Implications
1. Urban Mobility - The development and adoption of electric mini-two wheelers is causing disruption in the traditional urban mobility industry.
2. Personal Transportation - Foldable vehicles like the Yike Bike are creating opportunities for disruptive innovation in the personal transportation industry.
3. Manufacturing - Carbon fiber frames for small urban vehicles are forcing the manufacturing industry to adapt to new production methods and materials.
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