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Old 09-06-2013, 12:52 PM   #4 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by ProDarwin View Post
Go to the kickstarter page and scroll 3/4 of the way down. They list a total price of $2898 after purchasing all components.

The problem is with the 150cc (or any engine really), moving >30mpg requires registration as a motorcycle which requires lights, inspection, insurance, etc. Not sure I'd be happy with MTB tires at those speeds (sustained), and I don't believe they would pass inspection anyway.

Its a very interesting concept, but not sure what I would actually do with one. If I can only go 30mph, I might as well just ride my bicycle.
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Pledge $2,950 or more

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This will be the full bike with a Lifan 49cc motor. The bike will include Marzocchi 888 CR forks! With this option you must pick up the bike yourself in Santa Cruz, CA.
I did not realize that the Kickstarter logo was an icon!

This might be perfect if you lived somewhere like LA, where you would be passing cars. Compared to a car, you would save tons on gas, although I wonder how much more you would pay on tires.

I looked at the laws for Arizona. It seems like I could ride it anywhere I can use my Gary Fisher.

I just cannot maintain 30 MPH!
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