Challenge
Front-wheel steering is subject to an unfavourable effect. While the front wheel simply rolls around a curve, the rear wheel experiences increased friction due to the impact on the tyre. When riding a bicycle, constant steering is required to maintain balance; therefore, this undesirable effect is always present. Wouldn't it be desirable to design a bicycle that doesn't experience this extra friction?
Invention
The RES-Bike has a steering axis located precisely between the front and rear wheels. Moving the steering bar affects both wheels equally, keeping them on track when driving around a curve. The driver will immediately notice the welcome side effect of less friction. The fluid and graceful movements when turning are inspired by nature rather than derived from a horse-drawn carriage. Riding this bicycle is great fun and will make you feel as if you have been transported to a time when man and horse were one.
Advantages
- Less rolling resistance
- Enormous manoeuvrability and a turning radius of 0,5 m
- Acceleration in curves
- Easy folding for transport
- Good training for body and brain
- Better concentration, better coordination
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Applications
- Bicycle for daily use
- Polyvalent outdoor training
- Applicable to E-bikes
- No fiddling around when folded