The Most Beautiful e-Bike Ever

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This might look like a retro motorcycle just waiting for its engine to be dropped it, but looks closer and you’ll spy pedals! It’s Avionic’s V1 and it’s perhaps the most handsome e-bike ever. A dramatic silhouette, blacked-out steel frame, jabota wood details and saddle, reversed hand brakes, and seamlessly integrated headlights/taillights are just a few of its thoughtful features. At the heart of the design, however, is a wooden pack secured by beautiful leather straps that houses a 750-watt motor capable of pushing the bike up to 36 miles per hour at a range of 75 miles. It’s a little bit steampunk, a touch minimalist, and a total head turner! Keep your calendar set for September pre-orders.

Designer: Avionics

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