Cool bicycles: design and specifications

The bicycle was invented in 1818, and since then it has become the most popular form of transport. For two centuries, this means of transportation has undergone many changes, but even today it does not cease to amaze us. The article will focus on the most unusual and coolest bicycles.

In the 21st century, the world is filled with all kinds of technologically advanced types of vehicles. Marvelous, but the good old bicycle does not lose its position, on the contrary, its demand is growing.

In Italy, for example, more bicycles are purchased than cars. Of European countries, most of all bikes are in Denmark, on average, everyone who has this type of transport travels up to 900 km per year. In states such as Holland, Germany, Belgium, driving in cars is prohibited in the centers of many large cities. Bicycles come to the rescue, which do not stagnate in traffic jams, do not produce harmful emissions into the atmosphere.

One can argue with the saying "don't reinvent the wheel" - they continue to be invented, and modern models are incredibly far from the historical first versions. Bikes surprise with their variety of appearance and purpose, they are produced for riding in the mountains, on flat terrain, off-road, there are many sports models, for children, teenagers, for boys and girls.

But the designers went further, they began to invent incredible models, the purpose of which is not always determinable, one thing is for sure - such bikes delight and delight.They are different - technically advanced, with a great appearance, or shocking in their uniqueness. In this article, we will consider the best models of all the listed groups.

The most beautiful bicycles are not devoid of excellent technical characteristics. Let's talk about models with high aesthetic data and about the companies that produce them.

The British have launched amazing multi-colored bikes, which even have painted tires. The models look sophisticated with an adorable frame and handlebar line. Their feature is in a fixed gear.

The extraordinarily attractive Crème bicycles have a graceful, no-frills shape and a pleasant range of colors - chocolate, vanilla, cocoa with milk, champagne. Suitable for driving in urban areas.

American manufacturers decided, while maintaining the high speed of the bike, to improve its comfort and design. The result is a delightful lightweight bike with a wide handlebar and a cozy seat. A good seat allows you to ride without bending your back and keeping your legs at a comfortable angle.

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

Let's consider the most technologically advanced models, which are perfect brainchildren of the XXI century.

A model with a unique appearance, designed for long distance travel, capable of speeds up to 65 km per hour. The bike is assembled made of quality materials, has high technological performance.

Today it is the most expensive bicycle in the world, its cost is 80 thousand euros. Its price is determined not by modern technical equipment, and rich designer decorationsuch as the highest quality leather covering the saddle and Swarovski crystals that frame the frame and control system.

The amazing bike by English designer Kevin Scott is so smart and compact that you can literally roll it around a post and fasten it. This does not take much time and effort. The author called his bike anti-theft. Indeed, the design features of the bicycle allow it to protect itself.

A high-speed vehicle, in terms of external data and characteristics, resembles a racing bike. A hybrid model capable of being driven by an electric motor or mechanically using pedals. The bike is controlled using a touch panel built into the handlebar area.

In honor of its anniversary, Lamborghini has released a limited edition of two-wheeled bikes, only 25 pieces at a price of $ 20,000. The design of the products coincides with the branded supercar Lamborghini Aventador. It has the same yellow coloration and the leather on the steering wheel is identical to the upholstery of the car's interior. The model was developed in conjunction with the Swedish bicycle company BMC.

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

The fastest bike in the world, it accelerates to 236 km per hour. Reliable sturdy frame and super-strong mounts allow it to withstand high-speed loads. Bike produced for extreme driving.

Bicycles can be cool 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 an amazing hybrid of a bike and a scooter. You can transfer the structure from one state to another with a simple movement of the leg. It maneuvers easily, like a scooter, also has pedals, like a bicycle. The result is an ideal form of transport for cities overloaded with cars.

The idea to create a wooden bike came to minds of different people. The designers of the Andy Martin studio have produced such a masterpiece in cooperation with the furniture factory Thonet. The design is excellent thanks to the famous Thonet bent wood. But the wheels of the model are still real, bicycle. Japanese designer Yojiro Oshima went further, he equipped his brainchild with wooden wheels.

It is even more amazing to see a real working paper bike. The inventor of the cardboard bike, the Israeli Yitzhar Gafni, decided to create his own masterpiece, proving to his friends and acquaintances the reality of such a project, in which no one from his entourage believed.

The unique design is a hybrid of a bike with a turntable, as it is called - a bicycle-gramophone. The idea is that the wheels spin the plates while driving, a special place is provided for this... The needle that reads the sounds is mounted on the plates. Music comes out of a pipe attached to the rear wheel. The melody is played at the speed with which the bike is moving.

To keep the cyclist safe on the road at night, three friends from California, Jim, Ken and Adam, decided to integrate LED bulbs into the wheels. Since then, The Mission Bicycle Company brands have been equipped with luminous elements, which many young consumers have liked.

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