Hydrofoiler XE-1 - water bike

The New Zealand company Manta5 presented its know-how back in 2017, at the Best Awards 2017 exhibition. The Hydrofoiler XE-1 water bike attracted the attention of the viewer. But, as a means of transportation on water, it did not become popular.

 

The Manta5 company decided to independently promote its offspring on the world market. First at home, in New Zealand, then in Europe and America. Here, recently a gmdrobicycle was seen in the resorts of the Caribbean and even in Asia.

 

Water bike Hydrofoiler XE-1 - what is it

 

Outwardly, the device looks like a jet ski, where the drive is not a motor pump, but a propeller with a foot drive. The design combines:

 

• Lightweight and water resistant jet ski body (only 20 kg). Only the wingspan of the water wings has been increased (up to 2 meters in the rear, up to 1.2 meters in the front).
• Motor boat drive. Only the screw does not repel water from itself, but, on the contrary, attracts it. This increases the stability of the structure on the water, albeit at the expense of speed.
• Bicycle mechanism. Banal cranks with pedals and gears with a chain to transmit rotation to the screw.
• Electric car. An improved model of the Hydrofoiler XE-1 water bike received a 460 W electric motor. There is even a battery for energy storage. By pedaling, the athlete generates electricity that powers the engine. And the motor is already turning the screw. Excess energy is stored in the battery. This gives the user time to rest when signs of fatigue appear.

Features of the Hydrofoiler XE-1 bike

 

The frame of the water bike is assembled from aircraft-grade aluminum and carbon fiber. This makes the Hydrofoiler XE-1 very light, both on the water and for transport. All elements of the hydrobike, including the engine, have IPX8 protection. Full waterproof. By the way, the design can be used in fresh and salt water. That is, to swim along rivers, lakes, seas and oceans.

 

Bicycle transmission is collapsible, hybrid type. It is possible to quickly disassemble or assemble, if necessary, self-service. In general, the entire design of the Hydrofoiler XE-1 water bike is serviceable. Just like a regular mountain bike.

 

The steering column and saddle are adjustable. According to the size, the water bike is suitable for people with different heights. This is not to say that a two-meter uncle will be comfortable pedaling on the Hydrofoiler XE-1, but for most people, the bike will do.

The motor has 7 speed gears. Top speed (20 kilometers per hour) can be reached with a fully charged battery and high pedaling intensity. The speed switch is on the steering wheel. But the manufacturer offers a more interesting solution in the form of GARMIN® eBike Remote. In addition to shifting gears, you can get information about the battery charge, distance traveled, speed.

 

Where to buy Hydrofoiler XE-1 water bike

 

The Manta5 company is rather strangely promoting its offspring on the world market. Just like that, going to the store and buying the Hydrofoiler XE-1 will not work. It is necessary to contact the office in New Zealand and conclude an agreement. The peculiarity of water bicycles is that they rarely get into private use. More often used at the box office with business partners of Manta5.

On the other hand, it is beneficial for beginners who are just interested in trying out a new mode of transport. After all, the price of the Hydrofoiler XE-1 water bike is 12 Euros. This is fully equipped, with a remote control and an official manufacturer's warranty. For business, the hydrobike is more interesting than for the average consumer. After all, this is a seasonal transport for entertainment. The owner will quickly get tired of it. But at the box office will be in constant demand.