Are there any kids in your life who want to learn to ride a bicycle? For now, I am only talking about electric bicycles, although this may lead to larger motorcycles in the future. If so, there will be a pair of new StaCyc balance bikes on the market. This time, they were wrapped in blue and white Husqvarna uniforms.
If you have been paying close attention to other developments in StaCyc balance bikes, then this may not be surprising. In early February, KTM announced that it would launch its orange and black StaCyc models later that month. Since both KTM and Husqvarna are owned by the same parent company, Pierer Mobility, it is only a matter of time before the Eskimos go to the dealership.
In any case, Husqvarna replica StaCyc 12eDrive and 16eDrive electric balance bikes provide a great way for young children to ride on two wheels. These two bicycles are designed for kids about 3 to 8 years old. The seat height of the 12eDrive is 33 cm, or less than 13 inches. It rides on 12-inch wheels, hence the name. At the same time, the 16eDrive has a seat height of 43 cm (or slightly less than 17 inches) and rides on 16-inch wheels.
Both 12eDrive and 16eDrive have an unpowered coasting mode, as well as three power modes once the child starts riding. The three power modes on the 12eDrive have a speed limit of 8 kmh, 11 kmh or 14 kmh (slightly less than 5 mph, 7 mph or 9 mph). On 16eDrive, speeds can reach 8, 12 or 21 kmh (below 5, 7.5 or 13 mph).
From February 1, 2021, Husqvarna StaCycs can be purchased from authorized Husqvarna dealers. The company confirmed that these products will be sold in the United States and some other regions. Prices and availability will vary, so if you are interested, the best option is to contact your local Husky dealer to find the most relevant information for your area.
Does this mean that we are one step closer to the future I envision, where you can buy StaCyc balance bikes for kids to support any OEM you like? I can’t say with certainty, but it seems possible.