eyal melnick: shavit electric superbike

‘shavit’ by eyal melnick photo by sasha flit

israeli student eyal melnick has created ‘shavit’ for his degree at shenkar college of design and engineering. featuring an adjustable riding position system, this multipurpose electric bike can be configured for both racing and urban touring functions. the different modes are reflected in the various mechanical components which make up the bike’s riding position geometry: change is expressed by the moving handlebars, foot pegs and seat.

‘shavit’ is able to achieve this range of motion due to its use of an electric motor and battery pack. in contrast to models run by fuel that thereby require more chassis, the use of electric power reduces the number of necessary components, yielding both a minimal aesthetic and greater versatility for the rider.

rear view photo by sasha flit

demonstrating re-configuration process

front suspension detail

cockpit view

contrasting configurations

alternate model

alternate model

in use as superbike 

concept sketches

from detail sketches to CAD

full scale wood and cardboard ergonomic mockup

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