Cool bikes: design and specifications

The bicycle was invented in 1818, and since then it has become the most popular mode of transport. Over two centuries, this vehicle has undergone many changes, but today it does not cease to amaze us. The article will focus on the most unusual and cool bikes.

In the XXI century, the world is filled with all kinds of technologically advanced types of vehicles. Amazing but the good old bike does not lose its position, on the contrary, its demand increases.

In Italy, for example, more bicycles are bought than cars. From European countries, most of all bikes in Denmark, on average, each person having this type of transport travels up to 900 km per year. In states such as Holland, Germany, Belgium, car driving is prohibited in the centers of many large cities. Bicycles that do not stagnate in traffic jams and do not produce harmful emissions help out.

One can argue with the saying “do not reinvent the wheel” - they continue to invent them, and modern models are incredibly far from the historical first options. Tales are surprising in their variety of appearance and purpose, they are released for riding in the mountains, on flat terrain, on impassable roads, there are many sports models, children’s, teenagers, for boys and girls.

But the designers went a long way, they began to invent incredible models, the purpose of which is not always definable, one thing is for sure - such bikes delight and delight.They are different - technically advanced, with a magnificent appearance or shocking with their unusualness. In the article, we will consider the best models of all these groups.

The most beautiful bikes are not without excellent technical characteristics. Let's talk about models with high aesthetic data and the companies that produce them.

The British launched the release of amazing multi-colored bikes in which even tires are painted. Models look sophisticated with a delightful line of frame and steering wheel. Their feature is in fixed gear.

The unusually attractive Crème bicycles have a graceful shape with no frills and a nice color scheme - chocolate, vanilla, cocoa with milk, champagne color. Suitable for driving in urban areas.

American manufacturers decided, maintaining the high speed of the bike, to improve its comfort and design. The result was amazing lightweight bicycles with a wide wheel and a comfortable seat. A successful seat allows you to ride without bending your back and keeping your legs at a convenient angle.

Foldable model of the Mobiky brand It amazes with its grace, lightness and compactness. The bike is able to withstand loads of up to 110 kg, while it itself weighs only 12 kg. It compactly decreases in just a few seconds. In this form, it can be rolled behind you, like a suitcase on wheels. The model allows the rider to get to the metro, then with the transformed bike to travel by train, and on arrival again to move on their own wheels.

Consider the most technologically advanced models, which are the perfect brainchild of the 21st century.

A model of unique appearance, designed for traveling long distances, capable of speeds up to 65 km per hour. The bike is assembled from quality materials, has high technological performance.

Today it is the most expensive bike in the world, its cost is 80 thousand euros. Its price is determined not by modern technical equipment, and rich design decorationsuch as top quality leather covering the saddle, as well as Swarovski rhinestones, which frame and control system are decorated with.

The amazing bike of the English designer Kevin Scott is so thought out and compact that you can literally roll it around a pillar and fasten it. It will not take much time and effort. The author called his bike anti-theft. And indeed the design features of the bike allow it to protect itself.

High-speed vehicle, according to external data and characteristics resembles a racing bike. A hybrid model that can be driven by an electric motor or mechanically using pedals. The bike is controlled using a touch panel mounted in the steering wheel area.

In honor of its anniversary, Lamborghini released a limited batch of two-wheeled bikes, only 25 copies at a price of 20 thousand dollars. The design of the products coincides with the Lamborghini Aventador brand supercar. It has the same yellow color, and the leather on its steering wheel is identical to the upholstery of the car. The model was developed in conjunction with the Swedish Navy bicycle manufacturer.

Massive (50 kg) and very durable bike. The frame is made of metal used in aircraft construction. The model is intended for extreme off-road driving. It holds a speed of 80 km per hour, endowed with shock absorbers.

The world's fastest bike, it accelerates to 236 km per hour. The reliable strong frame and super strong fastenings allow it to transfer high-speed loads. Bike produced for extreme driving.

Bicycles can be steep not only in their technical characteristics, but also due to their unusual appearance. Designers sometimes come up with completely extraordinary ideas.

French designer Philippe Starck created Amazing hybrid bike and scooter. You can translate the design from one state to another with a simple movement of the leg. He easily maneuvers like a scooter, also has pedals like a bicycle. It turned out the ideal mode of transport for cities overloaded with cars.

The idea to create a wooden bike came to different people. Designers of Andy Martin studio made such a masterpiece together with the furniture factory Thonet. The design was excellent, thanks to the famous bent tree Thonet. But the wheels of the model are still real, bicycle. Japanese designer Yojiro Oshima went further, he equipped his brainchild with wooden wheels.

Even more amazing to see a real working bike made of paper. The inventor of a cardboard bike Israeli Yitzhar Gafni decided to create his masterpiece, proving to friends and acquaintances the reality of a project that no one in his circle believed in.

The unique design is a hybrid bike with a player, it is called a bicycle-gramophone. The idea is that the wheels spin the wheels while riding, a special place is provided for this. The needle that reads sounds is mounted on the plates. Music comes out of a pipe mounted above the rear wheel. The melody is reproduced at the speed with which the bicycle moves.

In order to provide the cyclist with road safety in the dark, three friends from California - Jim, Ken and Adam decided to incorporate LED bulbs into the wheels. Since then, The Mission Bicycle Company began to equip the brand with luminous elements, which was enjoyed by many young consumers.

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