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THE GENTLEMAN’S E-UNICYCLE?


Jason McNeil

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Google  picked this one up.

https://www.yankodesign.com/2018/12/06/the-gentlemans-e-unicycle/

THE GENTLEMAN’S E-UNICYCLE

BY TROY TURNER  12/06/2018
 

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If you’ve started to see those one-wheeled scooter designs zipping around your neighborhood, you know they all seem to fall into the “futuristic” category… but not everyone wants to look like they’re filming scenes for Back to the Future. Designed with this notion in mind, the ESCIS unicycle harkens back to a bygone automotive era. The vintage look is achieved by a glossy monocoque shell, pinstripe tires, and chrome detailing throughout. Finishing touches like a faux fuel cap, leather/denim saddle bags, bullet brake lights, and even a hood ornament offer up even more throwback appeal.

Designer: Konstantin Kos

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“I decided to create my own working electric masterpiece. Real chrome on electric motor, custom-milled and polished aluminum handles and parts, genuine leather, 3d-printed carbon-filled plastic body, polished and painted in the auto-painting workshop. It’s a totally functional model with 1.5kw motor and 680wh battery placed on a leather bag, weight 20kg and max speed 20km/h,” Kos told Yanko Design.

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1 hour ago, Rehab1 said:

Classy wheel for a classy guy! Your name is written all over it Jason. 

Hmm, thanks, but underneath that Morgan-exuded exterior, it really must be powered by steam; the thing maxes out at 20kph. :confused1: Seems like a perfect demonstrator vehicle of form over function.  

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Slightly slower than the NB E+. I do like the underlying steam punk appearance. With it’s opulent unique design there may be a eccentric Howard Hughes market out there. 

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1 hour ago, Hunka Hunka Burning Love said:

:thumbup:  That is so cool.  I love the gas cap on the back!  Someone should make a Harley Davidson or Ninja version shell!  :w00t2:

Unfortunately a Harley endorsed version (just their gas cap attached) would probably command a $4k price tag.:(

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