# Super Hero Street Racers The Hammacher Schlemmer 'Motorized Wheelrider' Should Fight Crime By Taylor Keefe | Published 2011-11-28 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hammacher-schlemmer-motorized-wheelrider References: [coolthings](http://www.coolthings.com/motorized-wheelrider/) & [hammacher](http://www.hammacher.com/Product/11983?cm_mmc=CJ-_-2679371-_-3437260-_-Hammacher) Looking like something out of a Christopher Nolan Batman flick, the Hammacher Schlemmer 'Motorized Wheelrider' is a vigilante's dream ride. This two-wheeler will surely have (wannabe) crime fighters tapping into their inner Dark Knight. The Hammacher Schlemmer Motorized Wheelrider emulates a ride used by the Caped Crusader, just without the mounted machine guns. Powered by a 2 horsepower, two-stroke engine, this ride handles more like a skateboard than a motorbike. To maneuver this nimble bike, riders place their feet onto two slip-resistant foot boards mounted to each side of the hubless rims. Riders control turns and direction with their front foot by using side-to-side motions, while the rear foot stabilizes the back wheels, creating a feel similar to a snowboard or longboard. Speed is controlled by a tethered throttle, allowing for easy acceleration and stopping. Fake super heroes rejoice, you can stop borrowing your mother's Prius and finally fight crime in style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Motorized Wheelrider:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create customizable versions for personal transportation or delivery services. - **Skateboard-like Ride:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop electric-powered versions for eco-friendly commuting. - **Vigilante Transportation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design integrated safety features and navigation systems for enhanced crime-fighting capabilities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Transportation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore new avenues for urban mobility and last-mile delivery. - **Outdoor Sports:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new extreme sports equipment that combines elements of skateboarding and motorcycling. - **Safety and Security:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced personal transportation devices with enhanced safety features for everyday use. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Autonomous Superhero Transportation Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wr322-ugv-batpod.md) - [Futuristic Sci-Fi Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hermes-x30.md) - [Wearable Electric Three-Wheelers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wearable-electric-threewheeler.md) - [Modernized Superhero RC Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-rc-original-edition-batmobile.md) - [BMX-Style Crowdfunded Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-chimera.md) - [High-Tech 200 HP Superbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperfighter.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Water Vessels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maverick-gt-stormy-knight.md) - [Stealth Vigilante Vehicle Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-technic-batcycle.md) - [Custom-Built Sci-Fi Series Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumblebee-bike.md)