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| Manufacturer | RevoPower Inc. |
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| Engine | 23 cc (1.4 cu in) two-stroke cycle 1.1 hp (0.8 kW) 7500 rpm (maximum) |
| Weight | 15 lb (6.8 kg) (dry) |
| Fuel capacity | 1 L (0.22 imp gal; 0.26 US gal) |
The RevoPower is a motorized wheel concept, the idea being the conversion of a pedal-powered bicycle into a motorcycle. It was invented by Steve Katsaros, based in Denver, Colorado.
The RevoPower concept is a wheel with a two-stroke engine inside it which allows the bike attached to it to travel up to 20 miles per hour (32 km/h) at over 100 miles per US gallon (2.4 L/100 km; 120 mpg‑imp).[1][2] It is made to replace a standard 26-inch (660 mm) bicycle wheel,[2] and to be able to run off a standard two-stroke mixture of gasoline and oil.[3][1] According to the inventor, it was designed to be a fuel efficient personal transport option for commuters, college students, and other specialty uses.[4][5]
- ^ a b "RevoPower - Specifications". Retrieved 2007-08-03.
- ^ a b Aaronson, Lauren. "Pedaling is so 2005". Popular Science. Archived from the original on 2007-07-08. Retrieved 2007-08-03.
- ^ "Frequently Asked Questions". Retrieved 2007-08-03.
- ^ Katsaros, Steve. "Message from the Inventor". Retrieved 2007-08-03.
- ^ Berry-Helmlinger, Lyn (2003-09-26). "Company ready to roll out new Revolution Wheel". Denver Business Journal. Retrieved 2007-09-01.