# Battery Free Electric Cycles The E-Motion Concept Bike Can Run Without its Electric Engine By Michael Hines | Published 2011-11-27 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-motion-concept-bike References: [designbuzz](http://www.designbuzz.com/entry/motion-electric-bike-redefines-term-eco-friendly-charismatic/) & [sre-design.de](http://www.sre-design.de/ebike/) I could really see cyclists take a shining to the E-motion concept bike. The cycle is an electric bike designed to function with or without its battery. E-motion was designed by Stefan Reichert and German bike brand Kettler. The E-motion concept bike features a [futuristic design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eidolon), as gripping the handlebars is all it takes to get the bike off and running. Reichert’s and Kettler’s design also has a built-in [LED strip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-solaris) designed to alert motorists to your presence during night rides. While electric bikes are preferred by some, they aren’t preferred by all. E-motion’s battery can be removed if you want to ride around in solo style, and be the sole creator of the bike’s propulsion. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modular Bike Design:** Creating electric bikes with removable batteries allows for modular designs and customization options. - **Hybrid Bike Technology:** Developing bikes that can be powered both by electric engines and human propulsion offers flexibility for different cycling needs. - **Enhanced Safety Features:** Integrating LED strips and other safety features into e-bike designs enhances visibility and improves cyclist safety. ### Where This Applies - **Electric Bicycle Manufacturing:** Manufacturers in the electric bicycle industry can explore battery-removable designs to appeal to a wider range of users and increase market share. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can benefit from hybrid bike technology by offering versatile and eco-friendly transportation options for outdoor enthusiasts. - **LED Lighting Manufacturing:** LED lighting manufacturers can tap into the growing market of electric bikes by developing customized lighting solutions that enhance cyclist safety. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Maintenance Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mocci-magic-ride.md) - [Futuristic E-Bike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-concept.md) - [Convertible Electric Bike Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravity-electric-bicycle.md) - [Removable Headlight eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bike-concept-design.md) - [Rider-Focused Electric Bike Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lemmo-one.md) - [Drivetrain-Devoid Concept EBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-ebike.md) - [Self-Charging E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vello-bike-design.md) - [Minimalist X-Frame E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honbike-uni4.md) - [No-Plug E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/third-generation-pi-pop.md)