Xing Technologies based in Los Angeles within the
United States has created a new folding electric bike which is equipped with an
aesthetic design and narrow frame construction as well as a handy swappable
battery that allows for almost an unlimited range. Priced at US$ 650 for early
bird backers the Zycle is now available to back via Kickstarter offering over a
50 percent discount off the recommended price of US$ 1,499.
Zycle has been designed to provide users with a
next-generation folding electric bike designed specifically for the urban
commuter offering speeds up to a maximum of 20 mph and a range of up to 40
miles. The unique folding frame makes the bike easy to store and carry and the
swappable battery provides a quick way to go that extra mile when required in
case you didn’t have time to charge fully before leaving on your journey.
Features of the Zycle electric folding bike include a 36 V 250 W motor the
ability to either pedal assist or simply use full throttle control to get to
your destination as quickly as possible.
If all goes well and the crowdfunding campaign a
successful the electric bike is expected to start shipping out to backers
during March 2018.
