Lexus Brings its AWD Hybrid Bike to the UK


Lexus has been drastically improving its designs for the past few years now, evolving from tricked-out Toyota and outdated Mercedes clone to having its own, relatively unique lines throughout its model range. Now, Lexus wants to do the same thing for bikes with its Hybrid Bicycle.

Having first shown up at the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show, Lexus brought one of two examples to the UK for the Lexus-sponsored Great British Bike Ride.

Just a quick recap: The LH-B's body is made of carbon fiber, and it has an 8-speed electric gearbox. Not only that, but a 240 Watt motor powers the front wheel while the rider pedals the rear. Power comes from a 25.9 volt Lithium Ion battery, and the motor has two settings: Eco and Power. It even has regenerative braking.

"All-wheel-drive" comes in the form of a belt-run mechanism. Unfortunately, Lexus probably isn't gong to build this quirky new form of bicycle.

For the spec sheet, scroll on down.

By Philip Alex


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Lexus Hybrid Bicycle Concept specifications

BICYCLE

Length (mm)

1,598

Width (mm)

425

Seat height (mm)

900

Wheelbase (mm)

1,080

Tyresize

20 x 1 3/8

Weight (kg)

17

ELECTRICAL PARTS

Motor output (W)

240


Batterytype

Lithium-ion


Batteryvoltage

25.9V/4.0Ah


Charge time

Approx. 2hrs

DRIVE PARTS

Gear system

Shimano 8-speed internal gear


Shift lever

Shimano dual control


Drive train

Belt drive