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Tango electric bike rides differently

Posted on Jul 30, 07 10:58 PM PDT

Tango electric bike rides differently
"Truly wonderful, the mind of a child is," mentions Master Yoda. The same can be said for teenage brains, as a couple of teens from Ontario have built an electric vehicle that resembles a motorcycle, save for the exclusion of hand steering controls. In order to get around, the rider leans towards the direction of the desired motion in a similar manner to the Segway. This ride is also environmentally friendly, producing zero emissions that makes it suitable for city use. Known as the Tango, it uses a R6 Yamaha sports bike frame and has a top speed of 40 mph, giving the rider the same experience as riding on a motorcycle. Accelerometers are used to measure acceleration as well as detect the rider's location and wheel control. Would you pick this up if it was commercialized?

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By Bikered , 23/05/08 6:30 PM (CommentID #693265)


I have RIDDEN motorcycles and unicycles aggressively. I wouldn't want to brake hard on that thing over 7 mph. With no front wheel, you're on your face.

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By victor , 15/04/08 3:52 PM (CommentID #634123)


I have rode unicycles,for years,broken a few offroad,allways dreamed of speed,thought of what if?Now it is here,can I be your test pilot.I want one.I hope it rides like a unicycle.

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