A1CKot
08-04-2015, 06:39 AM
I came across this thing... Not really sure how I feel about it.
http://www.boltmotorbikes.com
I think something like this would be great for in and around a city or for commuting to work with in its range distance. Relatively low speeds and compact. Great right? Then I read the FAQ.
"In Economy Mode and cruising at 20 miles per hour on a bicycle path, the M-1 can travel 50 miles on a single charge and WITHOUT PEDALING ONCE."
So according to their site this thing can be ridden on bike paths and the pedal aren't there to help assist anything, I guess?
"Each state may have it痴 own restrictions, but the M-1 meets California electric bicycle regulations as long as you are 16 years or older and wear a bicycle helmet. Meeting these regulations, you don稚 need a license, registration, or insurance."
16, no license, no insurance... on a bike path doing 20mph in economy mode but able to do 35mph in sport mode(off road use only).
I like the idea of a compact rechargeable bike but how can they advertise it this way. Surely 140lbs of motorbike plus the rider can cause significant damage to person and property if an accident were to occur.
http://www.boltmotorbikes.com
I think something like this would be great for in and around a city or for commuting to work with in its range distance. Relatively low speeds and compact. Great right? Then I read the FAQ.
"In Economy Mode and cruising at 20 miles per hour on a bicycle path, the M-1 can travel 50 miles on a single charge and WITHOUT PEDALING ONCE."
So according to their site this thing can be ridden on bike paths and the pedal aren't there to help assist anything, I guess?
"Each state may have it痴 own restrictions, but the M-1 meets California electric bicycle regulations as long as you are 16 years or older and wear a bicycle helmet. Meeting these regulations, you don稚 need a license, registration, or insurance."
16, no license, no insurance... on a bike path doing 20mph in economy mode but able to do 35mph in sport mode(off road use only).
I like the idea of a compact rechargeable bike but how can they advertise it this way. Surely 140lbs of motorbike plus the rider can cause significant damage to person and property if an accident were to occur.