can be used to electric bicycles on the water, which sounds a bit fantastic, but in reality, products have already been released.
Recently, New Zealand design company "Manta 5" launched a new water bicycle "Hydrofoiler SL3" (hydrofoiler SL3). The shape of is also very unique. The upper part is a bicycle, while the lower part looks like a unique design of an aircraft.
This electric bicycle can drive at a speed of 20 km/h on water and costs about US$9,000 (about RMB 65,000).
Hydrobe SL3's frame is made of carbon fiber and aviation grade aluminum, with a total width of 2m, a height of 1.4m, and a weight of 40 kg, making it easy to carry after assembly; the product is available in three models, the standard version is equipped with a 600-watt-hour lithium battery, and the Plus/Pro model is a 1000-watt-hour battery pack.
According to reports, there are "underwater wings" in front and behind the bicycle, which can keep the cyclist balanced. The tail wing has an propeller connected to motor . The user can rotate the rear propeller by pressing the pedal. When the motor starts to accelerate, the underwater wings in front and rear of the bicycle will rise to the water.
At the same time, the hydrofoil SL3 also has accelerator mode, which allows the cyclist to move forward on his own without stepping on the pedal. The bicycle has a built-in 2500-watt drive motor, with a maximum riding time of 4 hours and 30 minutes.
In a video released by Manta 5, a passenger drove the product through the water. Passengers can learn how to ride a water bike in just 40 minutes and can drive safely, the company said. Mark Robotum, CEO of Manta 5, stressed: “Even beginners can easily learn to ride a bike for the first time.
