This product can transform a regular bicycle into an electric bike with just one simple operation.
The product is directly attached to the rear wheel of the user’s bicycle. (Photo: Livall).
Livall, a helmet manufacturing company based in Shenzhen, China, has successfully raised funds for a device that converts a regular bicycle into an electric bike.
The product, named PikaBoost, has raised over $1 million on the crowdfunding platform Kickstarter, surpassing its initial goal of $25,000 in just 27 days.
On the Kickstarter page for PikaBoost, Livall advertises that the product can be installed in just 30 seconds. Users do not need to disassemble their bicycles to convert them into electric bikes, unlike many kits currently available on the market.
The company claims users only take 30 seconds to install the product. (Photo: Livall).
The product includes a battery compartment, sensors, a control chip, and a friction wheel. When PikaBoost is attached to the rear wheel of the bicycle, this friction wheel will transfer kinetic energy to the rear wheel, assisting the user while pedaling.
This design is flexible enough to fit most types of bicycles. However, Livall recommends that users contact the company beforehand to ensure their bicycle is compatible.
“You do not need any tools to install PikaBoost, and it is light enough to carry in a backpack. This design allows you to have an electric bike when needed and a regular bike for exercise,” a representative from Livall stated.
The company also promotes the smart terrain and pedal force adaptation feature of PikaBoost. Livall states that thanks to the integrated sensors, the device can monitor the bike’s status in real-time and adjust the output power to respond to the slope and terrain ahead.
“These smart features also play a crucial role in keeping you safe. If you fall off the bike, PikaBoost will detect the impact in real-time and immediately stop the rear wheel to reduce speed,” the company representative continued.
In addition to assisting with cycling, PikaBoost is also equipped with a USB port, allowing users to charge other electronic devices. The lithium batteries of PikaBoost can also be replaced after long-term use.
Users can pre-order the device on Kickstarter for $299. Notably, this product is still in the fundraising phase, and it is currently unclear when it will be delivered to users.
