Virvolt, a French bicycle electrification company, announced the 'Virvolt 900' e-bike conversion kit. This is a lightweight conversion kit developed in collaboration with Renault. This conversion kit features a power output of up to 250W, a torque of 80 Nm, and a weight of only 3kg if only the motor is desired. However, the kit is also available with additional accessories which bring the weight up to 4.8kg and 6kg respectively.
Virvolt notes that one of its focuses with the Virvolt 900 is extending product life cycles and reducing waste downstream. As a result, the conversion kit was designed to be repairable, durable, and affordable for consumers, meaning consumers can save time and money, which can then be invested in other aspects of the bicycle, if desired.
French Bike Conversion Kits
The Virvolt 900 is a Lightweight, Repairable Bike Kit
Trend Themes
1. Lightweight E-bike Conversion Kits - The demand for lightweight, efficient and eco-friendly transportation is rapidly increasing, creating an opportunity for companies to develop more affordable and sustainable electric bike conversion kits.
2. Repairable and Durable Bike Accessories - The rising consumer demand for repairable and durable products is creating an opportunity for Bike accessories manufacturers to develop innovative products that extend product life cycles and reduce waste downstream.
3. Collaboration Between Bike Manufacturers and Electric Bike Companies - Collaboration with Electric bike companies to develop innovative bike conversion kits could enhance the product offerings of bike manufacturers and expand their customer reach.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Accessories - The bike accessory industry could develop bike conversion kits that are repairable, durable, lightweight, and affordable, which appeal to customers that are interested in more sustainable, eco-friendly, and efficient modes of transportation.
2. Electric Bike Conversion Kits - Companies that develop lightweight electric bike conversion kits could attract customers who are interested in transforming their conventional bikes to electric and contribute to the demand for more sustainable modes of transportation.
3. Automotive and Bike Manufacturing - Collaboration between bike and electric bike conversion kit manufacturers, such as Renault, could enhance their product offerings and expand their customer reach, thereby contributing to the development of sustainable and eco-friendly modes of transportation.