On your eBike – British firm create 'water bottle' powered bicycle

The GTech eBike has just hit UK roads

GTECH eBike uses hidden battery to boost your pedalling when you need it.

 

If you love getting out on your bike but hate the thought of struggling up steep hills, this might be just what you're looking for.

It's the new eBike from UK tech firm GTech and, whilst it looks just like a normal bicycle, it has a very clever trick up its sleeve.

The drinks bottle attached to the frame is actually a lithium-ion battery.

This power pack will help you on your way and can keep the wheels turning for around 30-miles on a single charge.

GTech say the tiny battery takes just three hours to fill with juice and be recharged thousands of times – in fact the firm reckon it has a life span of over 30,000 miles.

The bike will glide you along at around 15mph, but this speed can be increased by the user pedalling faster and stopped by squeezing the brake.

And if you don't want any help, the motor can simply be switched off leaving you to do all the hard work.

The eBike is made from lightweight materials and weighs no more than a standard mountain bike.

It also features puncture proof Kevlar reinforced tyres and with no gears, maintenance is kept to a minimum.

 

The bike is powered by a water bottle-sizes battery

Speaking about the bike, Gtech CEO and Founder, Nick Grey said: “I have wanted to design a clean, environmentally friendly eBike for years. I find gears and power settings confusing, so our team have worked really hard to create a simple solution that anyone can ride. 

"It’s fantastic to hear people’s reaction when they ride the eBike they love the fact no one can tell it’s electric and when they ride it, they feel like Olympic cyclists.

“Young or old, adventurer or commuter, I would be proud if the Gtech eBike could bring simple, honest exercise back into peoples’ lives.”

There is a price to pay for all this latest tech with the eBike setting you back around £1,695.

Luckily, the firm will let you test it for 14-days and will collect the bike if you decide it's not for you.