The Uno is an novel self-balancing electric motorcycle using two wheels side by side (the configuration used by dicycles).The Uno III adds third wheel that allows it to transform into a tricycle.The original Uno is controlled in forward motion by the rider shifting weight over the centre of gravity.
source/image: BPGMotors
When the rider shifts forward, the vehicle speeds up to regain balance, when the rider leans back, the vehicle slows. Steering is controlled by side-to-side motion of the rider.
source/image: BPGMotors
The vehicle senses this shift and raises one of the two wheels to allow the vehicle to tilt in the desired turn direction.
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The Uno now sports 3 wheels. It sits up on the rear parallel wheels at slow speed but then lowers the front wheel at higher speeds.The Uno 3 is designed to be licensed as a scooter-class vehicle, and indeed, in Uno (or scooter) mode, the Uno 3 has a city-suitable topspeed of about 15mph.
Once in motorcycle mode, riders can reach a breezy 30mph. Breathe a sigh of relief- the company hopes to increase the performance of the bike.
The details:
- Price: $5,000-7,000 (similar to a high-end scooter)
- Deposit: refundable deposit for now is $250 (USD). BPG Motors will later will want a
- $1000 (USD) non-refundable deposit.
- Charge: 3-4 hours charge time
- Range: projected to get 30-35 miles on a single charge
- Emissions: Zero
- License: Classified as a scooter, so check with your state for licensing requirements
- Bonus: Transformer!
