"Magic Bike" is a concept electric bicycle of Decathlon, which is only mentioned in the Magic Bike website. Decathlon says its first concept bike embodies its first idea, as well as helping current or future commuters with their daily commuter use. Named after the Magic Bike or B'Twin Concept, it is designed to test different techniques and ideas, and more of your input will be gathered for discussion, whether you are in your daily life or practicing cycling in your spare time.
Decathlon focuses on three key areas: the ease of use of the bike; the safety of cyclists and their bikes, and how well they fit into your everyday life.
In order not to lose a non-cycling audience, the Magic Bike website zooms in on technology rather than frames, components and specs.
On the electric motor and drivetrain: "Its electric motor helps you hit 25 km/h. No more shifting, the automatic transmission handles everything. No matter what your route is, the motor will adapt to your rhythm. It is subject to The fully protected belt drive reduces maintenance.”
The brakes are operated by a single lever on the right side of the handlebar: 60% of the braking force occurs at the front, while the other 40% is at the rear. The battery is integrated into the down tube. The video on the website shows three battery packs of similar modules, with instructions, and you can choose the range you need, 30, 60 or 90 kilometers. The charger is stored in the down tube, so there’s no need to carry it in a bag.
The Magic Bike has a wireless identification system that can be operated with a key or smartphone. Decathlon says the bike will automatically unlock when you get close. Once at your destination, the bike rises on its stand, which locks into place. Presumably it could be too heavy to carry. The front and rear brackets are removable, and the mounts can hold different types of items, child seats shown as well as shelves, trays and storage bins or takeaway-style containers.