FlyKly, the firm behind the Smart Wheel we recently reviewed , has unveiled the Smart Ped. The foldable electric-assist kick bike can reach speeds of 16 mph (25 km/h) and has a maximum range of up to 30 miles (50 km) on one charge, depending on how much you kick.
- The Smart Ped is a little different from most electric scooters, in that like the Scrooser, there's no throttle or activation button. Instead, its kick-assist technology automatically activates to propel you further when you kick.
Smart Ped weighs 11 kg (24 lb) and is made primarily from steel. It measures 10 x 135 x 17 cm (41 x 53 x 6.7 in) when in use, and 62 x 78 x 35 cm (24 x 30 x 13 in) when folded.
The scooter's kick assist comes courtesy of an all-in-one electric motor, based on FlyKly's Smart Wheel tech, and a Lithium-ion battery integrated into the rear wheel. Charge time is rated at 3 hours. The wheels are 16-inch and stopping power comes in the form of front and rear V brakes.
Smart Ped will also come bundled with a smartphone app which interacts with iOS and Android devices via Bluetooth to track how far you ride, offer stats, and enable an integrated lock.
FlyKly has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the scooter. As of writing, the cheapest pledge point for a Smart Ped is €699 (roughly US$790). If all goes to plan, the firm estimates delivery will start in February, 2016. The standard models are available in black and white, but a special edition comes in an array of colors.
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