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James May, Top Gear: "This is the Future of Motoring"
NickB79
(19,233 posts)Only, it doesn't involve much "motoring":
Maybe a few battery-fed pedal assisters and a scooter or two....
That's what my tax return will be spent on this year.
happyslug
(14,779 posts)And in many states that is still a Bicycle.
http://www.zelectricvehicle.com/resources/ZEV+VALKRI-E+on+trail+web.jpg
http://www.zelectricvehicle.com/28.html
http://www.zelectricvehicle.com/25.html
They have others, including larger engines that are clearly Motorcycles under the law:
http://www.zelectricvehicle.com/15.html
You may want to read my report on Leed E-bike Electric Kit. It is a good kit once you understand and accept its limitations (including the fact a 250 watt electric engine is good only on flat roads).
http://www.democraticunderground.com/1207413
daleanime
(17,796 posts)I was just thinking of a dutch style town bike, but I might want to consider those.
happyslug
(14,779 posts)If you read my report, posted on the Bicycle forum of DU. you will read my comments on the LEED E-bike kit. A good Kit but weak. You have to pedal with it except on flat terrain.
My report on the LEED E-bike Kit for $1099 Dollars:
http://www.democraticunderground.com/1207413
ZEV appears to be a company committed to Two Wheel Electric transportation, not only what people would call Electric Bicycles, but also larger more powerful electric motorcycles.