Electric Bikes - Electric Recumbents
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GreenGrasshoppr
07-11-07, 10:22 AM
Why isn't there more discussion on the topic of electric assisted recumbent bicycles?
It would seem more logical, since 'bents are naturally more aerodynamic (thus improving efficiency) and more comfortable than regular upright bicycles...
Recumbents are still relatively rare compared to regular bikes. Recumbent riders are also more likely to be "purists" meaning they don't want any electric assistance.
There are assisted recumbents out there though, just not very many.
Jaleel Johanson
07-11-07, 11:56 AM
Someone did try, but it looks like he got banned. :(
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?p=4772591&highlight=Robbie#post4772591
There is a few over on the endless-sphere forum.
Lowell_
07-11-07, 10:33 PM
Why isn't there more discussion on the topic of electric assisted recumbent bicycles?
It would seem more logical, since 'bents are naturally more aerodynamic (thus improving efficiency) and more comfortable than regular upright bicycles...
Makes a lot of sense to me to electrify bent bikes, especially trikes where weight and portability aren't as much of a factor.
Tom Bombadil
08-18-07, 10:10 AM
All of these kits are for recumbents
http://www.ecospeed.net/products.html