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Street Legal IRIS eTrike Can Reach Speeds of Over 30mph
Claimed to be the world’s fastest electric bike, IRIS eTrike is a street-legal vehicle that includes a powerful cooling system with a HEPA air purifier for smoke, viruses, and germs.
Powered by a removable lithium-ion battery with 48v 20Ah capacity, IRIS eTrike is able to reach speeds of over 30mph (48 kph) and travel around 30 miles (48km) on a single charge. It’s a consumer-friendly version of a human-powered bike, the body design was inspired by aerodynamic helmets used for velodrome bike racing.
IRIS eTrike by Grant Sinclair is equipped with a powerful mid-drive motor that allows the trike to easily get up steep hills. Designed to keep the rider safe, the body is chest height, a high-level profile that attracts attention from other road users. The weatherproof EPP foam body construction would protect you and LED headlamps, indicator repeaters, and brake lights aid in good visibility.
The lockable rear compartment can carry up to 50 liters, it is accessible internally or externally using supplied RFID electronic key fob. You might be surprised to IRIS eTrike’s agility, it has go-kart-like handling, so easy to control. Trike design means no balancing is required, the mid-drive motor would automatically start when pedaling is detected, so no throttle is required. Puncture-proof tires also eliminate the need for regular tire changes.
The cabin comes with a universal smartphone dock for GPS, calorie count, music playback, etc. It has a built-in 120-degree rear-view camera that streams real-time video to the riders’ docked smartphone. Thanks to the foam body and seat design, riders can enjoy comfortable rides at long distances. This street-legal eTrike is available for pre-order with delivery scheduled for Q1 2024.
