{"product_id":"rare-original-a-bike-folding-bicycle-designed-by-inventor-sir-clive-sinclair","title":"Rare Original A-bike folding bicycle designed by inventor Sir Clive Sinclair","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThe A-bike is a folding bicycle released by Sir Clive Sinclair in the United Kingdom on 12 July 2006. It was designed by Hong Kong design agency Daka, in collaboration with Sinclair Research, over a 5-year period. It was announced to the public in 2004. Clive Sinclair envisioned the A-bike, and Alex Kalogroulis was the main designer. It weighs 5.7 kg (13 lb) and folds to 67×30×16 cm (26.4×11.8×6.3 in), small enough to fit in a rucksack. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis is the early original model, which is considered the most iconic version in the history of the A-bike.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe A-bike was designed as an ultra-compact personal mobility solution and became well known worldwide for its unique A-shaped frame design, extremely lightweight construction, and innovative engineering.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis model uses aircraft-grade aluminum and high-strength plastic components, resulting in an incredibly lightweight bike weighing only about 5.7 kg (12.5 lbs).\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe original A-bike is equipped with 6-inch small wheels, making it one of the most distinctive folding bicycles ever design.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eA twin-chain system enables the bike to travel about 3.2 m (10.5 ft) per crank rotation despite the bicycle's small-diameter wheels (15 cm (6 in)). The crankcase housing almost completely encloses the drive mechanism, protecting it and preventing oil stains on clothing or floor surfaces.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWhen folded, the bike becomes extremely compact and was originally designed to be carried onto trains, buses, or airplanes using the included carrying bag.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eToday, early A-bike models are not only practical transportation devices but also highly regarded as collectible design objects among gadget enthusiasts and industrial design collectors.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWeight\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eApprox. 5.7 kg\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSize (assembled)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHeight: approx. 96 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eLength: approx. 88 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWidth: approx. 42 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSize (folded)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHeight: approx. 66 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eLength: approx. 30 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWidth: approx. 16 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eIncludes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eOriginal carrying bag\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eVery good condition - only used a few times.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003ePlease check the photos carefully.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to own a legendary design piece created by Sir Clive Sinclair.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003ePerfect for collectors, design enthusiasts, and gadget lovers.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sinclair","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57328406790521,"sku":null,"price":250.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/9640\/3321\/files\/s-l1600_f7013932-5ebd-4b82-bde8-0a5af4230809.jpg?v=1779727934","url":"https:\/\/www.foldingbikes4u.co.uk\/products\/rare-original-a-bike-folding-bicycle-designed-by-inventor-sir-clive-sinclair","provider":"Folding Bikes 4U","version":"1.0","type":"link"}