# Electric Unicycles (UPDATE) The WheelSurf is a Modern-Day Monocycle By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-02-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelsurf References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2011/02/18/wheelsurf-monocycle/) & [wheelsurf.nl](http://www.wheelsurf.nl/) The WheelSurf is a ride right out of a science-fiction movie. This monocycle is pretty much a [unicycle with an engine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-diwheel) that also requires a lot less balance. The WheelSurf features a 31-cc [Honda](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobility-wheelchair) GX31 four-stroke engine and is capable of a top speed of about 25 mph. Though it may look hard to drive, it's a breeze, and turning is aided through leaning and shifting your weight. The privilege to ride one of these sweet monocycles, however, will cost you $7,000. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 77% | 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's Driving This Trend - **Personal Transportation Devices:** Innovative personal transportation devices such as electric unicycles can offer new alternatives to traditional methods of transportation. - **Motorized Unicycles:** Motorized unicycles like the WheelSurf can provide a unique commuting experience for the adventurous and tech-savvy individuals. - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** Electric unicycles like the WheelSurf can promote eco-friendly transportation by reducing carbon emissions and decreasing traffic congestion. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry can explore the production and manufacturing of personal transportation devices as the demand for eco-friendly and innovative transportation increases. - **Micro-mobility Industry:** Electric unicycles like the WheelSurf can disrupt the micro-mobility industry by offering a unique and affordable alternative to traditional transportation options such as cars, bikes, and public transportation. - **Recreational Industry:** Motorized unicycles like the WheelSurf can offer a new recreational activity for adventurous consumers looking for unique and thrilling experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Incline-Scaling Electric Unicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inclinescaling-electric-unicycle.md) - [Intuitive Gyroscopic Sensor Unicycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inmotion-v9.md) - [Long-Range Single-Wheeled Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onewheel-gt.md) - [Electric Motorized Surfboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunder-electric-surfboard.md) - [Comfortable Electric Tricycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/two-front-wheel-electric.md) - [Onewheel Off-Road Board](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-board.md) - [Modular Electric Utility Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2x2-ultra-bike.md) - [Hubless Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verge-ts.md) - [Motor-Powered Diwheels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-diwheel.md)