Manta5 hydrofoil bike
Manta5 Hydrofoil E-Bike delivers one of the most unique experiences on water to date. Using the same technology as America’s Cup sailboats the Hydrofoiler XE-1 is a perfect balance between stability and maneuverability in all types of water-terrain thanks to carbon fiber foils and electric assistance.
Overview
World’s first Hydrofoil E-Bike founder Guy Howard-Willis has always had a passion for cycling and watersports. After 7 years and 8 major prototypes, dozens of specialist consultants, hundreds of design iterations, and thousands of tests, he reached the goal to create one of the most unique sport experiences to date: cycling on water.
Technical features
Using the same technology as America’s Cup sailboats Manta5 Hydrofoil E-Bike opens up a new cycling frontier.
- WEIGHT IN TOTAL: 31 Kg
- BEST USAGE: in calm or lightly choppy waters
- ASSISTED PEDAL: 7 levels of increasing difficulty
- RIDE TIME: up to 4 hours
Design
Carbon fiber foils
- General purpose foils. Suitable for lakes, rivers and sea
- Foil tip design minimises drag and extends effective wingspan
- Modular design for easy assembly and in-car transport
- Rear wingspan measures 2m. Front wing, 1,2m
ELECTRIC MOTOR AND BATTERY
- Fully submersible IPX8 rated battery housing system.
- Easy access charging connector with a 3 hours charge time
- 460 watts of pedal assist power
- IPX8 rated electric motor
CHASSIS AND GEAR
- Aircraft grade TIG welded 6061-T6 aluminium frame
- Hybrid drivetrain with industry standard components for easy replacement
- Buoyancy modules designed to streamline the Hydrofoiler both above and below water
- Easy maintenance crank-set sub-assembly, gearbox sub-assembly, and the propeller/shaft sub-assembly
CONNECTIVITY
All Manta5 Hydrofoiler XE-1’s come standard with the GARMIN® eBike Remote. Rugged, compact and lightweight and effectively cycle between the 7 levels of motor assistance. Riders can track:
- Distance
- Speed
- Ride time
- Heart rate
- Battery charge level
- Electric assist level
