The Local Motors Cruiser is a modern take on a classic bicycle. It was designed by a member of the Local Motors community, and is a product of true co-creation and vehicle innovation. Local Motors has recently completed a crowdfunding campaign that’s helped them raise the $50,000 they needed to further their project and start producing their unique cycles.
Cruisers will have a MSRP of $3,799.
Electric Local Motors Cruiser
The zero-emissions Electric Cruiser can travel 20+ miles on a single, fully-charged battey set (up to 40 miles with a second battery), features a Brushless DC – 500W 36V rear wheel drive hub motor with regenerative braking, and in the current configuration is projected to cost less than $0.01 per mile to operate. Whether in the city or a suburban neighborhood, the Electric Cruiser will give you an awesome vintage look with a modern, eco-friendly twist.
The Gas-Powered Local Motors Cruiser
The gas-powered version of the Cruiser features a Honda GXH50 49cc 4-stroke air-cooled motor with 2.0 lb-ft torque at 450 rpm, can travel up to 70 miles on just one tank of gas, and gets approximately 150/mpg. With a max speed of 34 miles per hour, the gas-powered Cruiser maintains the feel of a classic board track racer; from the iconic styling, to the riding posture, to the custom-tuned throat resonant stainless exhaust.
Inspired by the board track racers popular in the early 1900’s, the modernization of this bicycle style breathes efficiency into its classic design. The frame and exhaust are constructed of high quality, hand-welded 4130 Chromoly. Leather accents and strap reinforcements, including a high-quality Brooks B17 saddle in Honey with Black Rails, accompanied by a classic Quad-coil springer front-end, battery powered 1200 Lumen Cree XML T6 head torch, and hand-laced wheels with vintage, smooth riding side wall tires, add an elevated sense of class to the both versions of the Cruiser, each available in a luscious color palette of Creme, Black Satin and Honey with Chrome accents. To ensure everyone enjoys a comfortable ride, the Cruiser is available in two sizes, medium and large. Medium is suitable for people shorter than 5’7” (1m70), and the Large size is suitable for those who are taller than 5’7” (1m70).
