# Folding Electric Bikes The Handy Batribike Micro Saves Space By Chalaine Mantha | Published 2011-02-02 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batribike-micro References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2011/02/02/batribike-micro-compact-folding-electric-bike/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [bornrich](http://www.bornrich.com/entry/batribike-micro-folding-electric-bike-is-a-little-toy-for-big-kids/) The Batribike Micro is a one-of-a-kind [foldable electric bicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-t). Weighing in at 21 pounds, this handy bike will definitely save space, coming with a black canvas bag for easy compact storage. With a 14.4V lithium battery concealed inside its alloy frame, this two-speed [120-watt high torque magnetic motor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-micro-bikes) bike can have you reaching speeds of up to 12mph. If you need to get to work in a dash while being [eco-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dahon-kfeather), the Batribike Micro could be the way to go! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Foldable Electric Bicycles:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing advanced folding mechanisms and lightweight materials for more compact and portable electric bikes. - **Lightweight Lithium Batteries:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Designing and manufacturing high-capacity lithium batteries to provide longer range and improved performance for electric bicycles and other portable devices. - **High Torque Magnetic Motors:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Enhancing the power and efficiency of magnetic motors to enable faster speeds and smoother rides for electric bicycles and other electric vehicles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Electric Bicycle Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introducing more foldable and lightweight electric bicycle models to cater to the growing demand for convenient and eco-friendly transportation solutions. - **Battery Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Advancing lithium battery technology to meet the increasing energy requirements of portable devices, such as electric bicycles, smartphones, and laptops. - **Electric Vehicle Components:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing high-performance magnetic motors and motor control systems for electric bicycles, scooters, and other electric vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fast-Folding E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/btwin-e-fold-900.md) - [Waterproof Electric Folding Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velotric-fold-1.md) - [Foldable Urban Commuter Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b-twin-e-fold-900.md) - [Lightweight Foldable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vello-ultralight.md) - [Travel-Ready Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microrv.md) - [Miniature Foldable Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tatamel.md) - [Compact Foldable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ox1.md) - [Collapsible Commuter E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collapsible-commuter-ebike.md) - [Folding Cargo E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cargo-ebike.md)