VT1 SPECIFICATIONS

A high performance pedal-powered SUV

Safe. Utility. Velomobile.

The VT1 velomobile offers you:

Outstanding performance in terms of mechanical efficiency

Ergonomic, comfortable, spacious and easily accessible interior

Integral protection against the elements with its composite bodywork with carbon fiber*

 

Utilities

Mechanical reliability with internal gear hub

Easily accessible rear loading area

Quick and easy settings

Ability to install wider tires on all 3 wheels

Electrical assistance as an option

 

Security

Puncture resistant tires

Reliable and durable drum brakes

360 degree LED lighting

Increased visibility at all times

Adjustable mirrors

Powerful horn

Increased cornering stability

 

Designed and manufactured in Quebec, Canada with quality components!

*with full visor option

 

Capacities and dimensions:

Payload:                         120 kg  / 264 lb (rider and luggages)

Rider  Size:                     162 cm – 190 cm (5ft- 4in – 6ft-3in)

Cargo Volume:              100 L / 4.2 cu. ft. (estimate)

Turning Radius:             5.0 m / 16 ft.

Total Width:                   75 cm / 29.7 in

Total Length:                  243 cm / 95.5 in

Total Height:                  107 cm / 42 in

Wheel Base:                   132 cm / 52 in

Curb Weight:                  34-45 kg / 77-99 lb (upon config)

BB Height:                       40 cm / 15.5 in 

Ground Clearance:        9.5 cm / 3.7 in

Seat Height:                    23-28 cm / 9.0-11.0 in (adjustable)

Components:

Rear Tire:                   ISO 406 (20 x 1.50 in) Schwalbe Marathon Plus Twin guard

Front Tires:                ISO 406 (20 X 1.50 in) Schwalbe Marathon Racer Performance
                                     Option:  ISO 406 (20 X 1.75 in) Schwalbe Marathon Plus Twin guard

Front Brakes:             Sturmey Archer 90 mm, one brake lever per wheel

Crankset:                    Origin8 160 mm, 1 chainring  44 teeth std, 36 teeth available

Chain:                          KMC for the short and long one

Rear Wheel:                Shimano Deore cassette hub 135mm, 36h, with one 23T cog or 
                                      Geared wheel motor 500W+ with regen mode model GMACT 8T from Grin Technologies, 23T cog 

Rear Suspension:      Elastomer adjustable to 3 positions, available in 2 models according to driver’s weight

Transmission :         Mid drive type, located in front of the rear wheel, model 14-speed Rohloff Speedhub, with rotary shifter

Steering:                    Two handlebar on sides (for tank steering) 

Seat:                            Moulded in carbon fiber, Ventisit seat pad, adjustable back angle (45-60 deg ), width 38 cm / 15 in.

LED Lighting:             Front headlights in mirror body, 1 flashing tail light, 1 brake ligth, rear & front yellow turn signal, multifunction joystick control

Batteries:                    Li-ion 52V-20Ah for e-assist VT1, 12V-5Ah for none e-assist VT1

Options and Pricing:

Visors:                               Short model is included, full model + 290 $ CAD

Front Wheel Covers:     Carbon fiber (a pair) + 80 $ CAD

Bodywork Color:            Red, White, Orange, Yellow (+ 200 $ CAD for custom color)

Prices for Canadian market:

VT1-14s :                        9,400 $ CAD (VT1 c/w 14 speed Rohloff transmission)

VT1-e-14s :                    12,950 $ CAD  (VT1 c/w wheelmotor 500-750W & regen mode, Rohloff 14 speed transmission)

 

Prices for USA market: 

VT1-14s :                        6,999 $ USD (VT1 c/w 14 speed Rohloff transmission)

VT1-e-14s :                     9,599 $ USD  (VT1 c/w wheelmotor 750W & regen mode, Rohloff 14 speed transmission)