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# Chromatic Electric BMX Bikes
The Life EV Electric BMX Bike is Affordably Priced and Efficient

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-12-18 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmx-bike
References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/affordable-electric-bmx-bike-life-ev/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/first-usa-built-affordable-electric-bmx-bike-bicycle)

The Life EV BMX bike is a new kind of bicycle that is designed and priced to be an [affordable option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eleglide-m1-plus) for parents to purchase for their kids. The Life EV bike is capable of reaching speeds of up to 20mph, while the bike will offer a range of 40-miles per charge of the [internal battery pack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voltic-x) that is located in the downtube of the bicycle.

The Life EV BMX bike is outfitted with a Bluetooth controller that enables users to check on the status and charge of the bike. Users can also mount their smartphone to the bike in order to turn it into a mini display for keeping track of charge level and much more. The sturdy bike is crafted using [aircraft-grade aluminum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-electric-mountain-bike), which makes it suitable for performing a number of tricks and stunts without compromise.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.8/10
- Popularity: 65% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports)

## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Affordable Electric Bikes:** There is a growing trend towards affordable electric bikes that are designed for a younger demographic.
- **Connected Bikes:** Bicycles that can be connected via Bluetooth to a smartphone are becoming more popular, making it easier for riders to keep track of their bike's status.
- **Lightweight Stunt Bikes:** There is an increasing demand for sturdy yet lightweight stunt bikes that can handle performing tricks and stunts.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Electric Bicycle Industry:** The electric bicycle industry is poised for disruption as affordable and efficient electric bikes are becoming more popular.
- **Child Bicycle Industry:** As more parents become interested in purchasing affordable electric bikes for their children, the child bicycle industry has the opportunity to expand into this market.
- **Extreme Sports Industry:** Manufacturers of lightweight stunt bikes have the opportunity to innovate and disrupt the extreme sports industry by creating bikes that are both durable and easy to perform tricks on.

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