Sinclair Zike
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The Zike, or Sinclair Zike, is a lightweight electric bicycle invented by Clive Sinclair and marketed by his company Sinclair Research Ltd in 1992. It was a commercial failure, selling only 2,000 units while originally intended to be produced at the rate of 10,000 a month. It was ended six months after introduction.[1][2]
Sinclair Zike | |
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![]() A Sinclair Zike on display with a Sinclair C5 at the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu | |
Overview | |
Manufacturer | Sinclair Research |
Production | 1992 |
Assembly | Birmingham, UK (Tudor Webasto Ltd) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Battery electric vehicle |
Layout | Bicycle |
Powertrain | |
Electric motor | 100 W (0.13 hp) |
Battery | 24 V nickel–cadmium battery |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 85 cm (33.5 in) |
Length | 115 cm (45.3 in) |
Height | 100 cm (39.4 in) |
Kerb weight | 11 kg (24 lb) |