Its new bicycle features wireless braking, wireless throttle and wireless pedal-assist function, which all communicate using 2.5-gigahertz frequency-hopping "spread-spectrum" technology. That means there are no wires or delicate electrical components to short-circuit. This $2000 bike would be pretty tempting for thieves. Still the idea of being able to charge your bike and iPhone and the fact that this probably lasts longer than other bikes might make it worthwhile.It has a built-in electric motor and runs on a 250- or 350-watt battery, which offers up to 12 to 15 miles of range on "pure" electricity, or around 22 miles in pedal-assist mode. The battery takes about four hours to charge in a standard 110-volt outlet. It also integrates a USB port to charge an iPhone, iPad or any similar device while pedaling.
The entire slick and sleek electrical system integrates the battery, the electric motor, the magnetic regenerative brakes, the throttle, and the pedal-assist functions using 2.5 GHz frequency-hopping "spread-spectrum technology".
What "wiring" there is fully sealed within the bike's front hub, which also features an innovative USB port so you can power up your iPhone, iPad, Nook, or any other similar device while you pedal down to your favorite mall.This is a dream come true for all of us. From a paper design to commercial production, and over four years in development, it's unbelievable.
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