# BMX-Style Crowdfunded Bikes Chimera BMX Announced the Upcoming 'Shadow BMX' with a 3800W Motor By Colin Smith | Published 2024-02-07 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-chimera References: [newatlas](https://newatlas.com/bicycles/chimera-shadow-bmx-high-drive-electric-bike/) & [chimerabmx](https://chimerabmx.com/products/chimera-electric-bmx-steel)  The Shadow Chimera is a [BMX-style electric bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bicycle-designs) that combines pedal power with throttle-on-demand. It features an all-black steel frame, fork, and handlebar made of 4130 heat-treated chromoly, a durable and lightweight material. The bike also has a patent-pending High-Drive motor system that delivers up to 3800 watts of silent and instant acceleration, as well as a modular transmission that is linked by a [GT3](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fenomeno) belt. The Shadow Chimera has a sleek and simple design that can be easily carried, stored, and maintained. The Shadow Chimera offers two battery options: a 36-volt Commuter battery that provides up to 40 miles of range at street-legal speeds, or a 52-volt Competitor battery that unlocks higher speeds for off-road use only. The bike also comes with Sun/Ringle rims, peg-compatible Chimera disc hubs, and Magura hydraulic disc brakes for reliable stopping power. The bike’s settings can be customized via a mobile app. The Shadow Chimera is a limited edition product, with only 100 units available for pre-order. The bike is hand-assembled in Los Angeles and currently retails for $2890, but this is an early-bird price and it may go up in the future. The full details are available on [Chimera BMX's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chimera-bmx) landing page for the bike, linked above. Image Credit: Chimera BMX ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 21% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Electric BMX Bikes:** The Shadow Chimera combines pedal power with throttle-on-demand, offering a powerful and customizable electric riding experience. - **Modular Transmission:** The patent-pending High-Drive motor system and GT3 belt create a modular transmission, enabling efficient power delivery and instant acceleration. - **Limited Edition Products:** The Shadow Chimera is a limited edition bike, creating exclusivity and driving pre-order demand. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electric Bike Industry:** The Shadow Chimera is a disruptive innovation in the electric bike industry, offering a unique combination of power and design. - **Battery Technology Industry:** The choice between a 36-volt Commuter battery and a 52-volt Competitor battery highlights the importance of battery options and their impact on performance. - **Customization App Industry:** The mobile app that allows users to customize the bike's settings creates opportunities in the customization app industry, enhancing user experience and personalization. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight High-Power E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chimera-bmx.md) - [Crowdfunded Performance Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nireeka-revenant.md) - [Skateboard-Brand eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project-bmx.md) - [Handmade Aluminum E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chiller.md) - [Trail-Ready Commuter E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trailready-commuter-ebike.md) - [Classic Motorcycle-Style E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrambler-x2.md) - [Enhanced Suspension Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mod-black-3.md) - [Motorcycle-Inspired E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xf900.md) - [Urban Fat-Tire E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uni-viper.md)