A WORLD FIRST
The Hydrofoiler XE-1 is not just the world’s first hydrofoil electric bike. It is the world’s first hydrofoil to boast the submerge launch capability, allowing the rider to begin cycling from a stationary position underneath the water.
From its conception, the submerge launch technology came with great complexity. First-class aeronautical, hydrodynamical, mechanical, and electrical engineers conducted seven years of R&D, producing hundreds of foil combinations, components and prototypes.
The Hydrofoiler XE-1 is not just the world’s first hydrofoil electric bike. It is the world’s first hydrofoil to boast the submerge launch capability, allowing the rider to begin cycling from a stationary position underneath the water.
From its conception, the submerge launch technology came with great complexity. First-class aeronautical, hydrodynamical, mechanical, and electrical engineers conducted seven years of R&D, producing hundreds of foil combinations, components and prototypes.
CARBON FIBRE HYDROFOILS & PROPELLER
This combination is impeccably tuned. Striking a perfect balance between stability and manoeuvrability in all types of water-terrain.
This combination is impeccably tuned. Striking a perfect balance between stability and manoeuvrability in all types of water-terrain.
FEATURES
Hoerner Tip design for minimal drag and effective wingspan extension
Rear wingspan measures 6,5ft – front wing, 3,9ft
Simple modular design for easy assembly and in-car transport
Carbon-fibre reinforced nylon propeller, producing thrust at low speed and reducing drag at top speed
Hoerner Tip design for minimal drag and effective wingspan extension
Rear wingspan measures 6,5ft – front wing, 3,9ft
Simple modular design for easy assembly and in-car transport
Carbon-fibre reinforced nylon propeller, producing thrust at low speed and reducing drag at top speed
LITHIUM BATTERY TECHNOLOGY AND 460W E-BIKE MOTOR
Clever technology. Ultra simple to use. This waterproof duo is designed to enhance your riding experience. The battery can be removed in seconds and recharged over 5 hours from any standard power outlet. The motor has proven resilient against rigorous maritime tests yet produces no more than a quiet hum and inflicts zero harm on the environment.
Clever technology. Ultra simple to use. This waterproof duo is designed to enhance your riding experience. The battery can be removed in seconds and recharged over 5 hours from any standard power outlet. The motor has proven resilient against rigorous maritime tests yet produces no more than a quiet hum and inflicts zero harm on the environment.
FEATURES
IP68 waterproof rating lithium battery
460W brushless e-bike motor assists riders to a top speed of 13mph
Variable pedal assist for three different riding experiences.
Easy Access battery pack for easy recharge into any standard wall socket.
~60min (based on conditions and rider)
BMS (battery management system) protects battery from overcharging, overcurrency, short-circuiting, overheating, excess voltage and deep discharge
Heads-up display panel clearly indicates battery level, speed, distance and ride mode
IP68 waterproof rating lithium battery
460W brushless e-bike motor assists riders to a top speed of 13mph
Variable pedal assist for three different riding experiences.
Easy Access battery pack for easy recharge into any standard wall socket.
~60min (based on conditions and rider)
BMS (battery management system) protects battery from overcharging, overcurrency, short-circuiting, overheating, excess voltage and deep discharge
Heads-up display panel clearly indicates battery level, speed, distance and ride mode
BIKE FRAME, BUOYANCY MODULES, GEARBOX AND DRIVETRAIN
Purposefully designed, the bike’s skeleton is modular. Affording riders the choice to upgrade - not replace - their existing bike as Manta5 releases different foil combinations, buoyancy modules, motors, propellers and battery packs.
Purposefully designed, the bike’s skeleton is modular. Affording riders the choice to upgrade - not replace - their existing bike as Manta5 releases different foil combinations, buoyancy modules, motors, propellers and battery packs.
FEATURES
TIG welded 6061-T6 aluminium frame, an aircraft grade alloy revered for its strength and weight advantages
Total bike weight: 63lbs (including motor and battery)
Chain & shaft-drive hybrid with industry standard components for easy replacement
Buoyancy modules designed to streamline the Hydrofoiler both under and above water
Proprietary gearboxes, custom designed to streamline the body profile to reduce drag
Independent crankset, gearbox and propeller/shaft sub-assembly, ensuring easy drive-train maintenance
Manta5 was founded in early 2011 by Guy Howard-Willis and oland lonzo. Both passionate and committed cyclists. The distinct lack of options for a would-be water cyclist Guy had long played on his mind – until one day, he swapped wondering for action, met bike designer Roland. Together with a spirit of wonder, the Manta5 journey began.
Funded by the sale of Guy's recently sold company Torpedo7, the pair worked in secrecy from everyone apart from their wives for two years. Just as a high-performance bicycle, Guy and Roland envisioned a concept that was lightweight, fast, agile, easy to transport, assemble and upgrade. On top of this, the rider would need to launch from a pontoon or from deep water, without settling for any existing bulky buoyancy or hulls.
Seven years later using the same hydrofoil technology that lifts America's Cup yachts out of the water the incumbent Manta5 Hydrofoil XE-1 Bike is making waves around the world. Winning numerous design awards and reaching viral status on social media (240 million and counting). They have built Manta5 on the solid foundations where innovation, passion for cycling and watersports matches a relentless commitment to provide customers with first class service, and unprecedented riding experiences.
TIG welded 6061-T6 aluminium frame, an aircraft grade alloy revered for its strength and weight advantages
Total bike weight: 63lbs (including motor and battery)
Chain & shaft-drive hybrid with industry standard components for easy replacement
Buoyancy modules designed to streamline the Hydrofoiler both under and above water
Proprietary gearboxes, custom designed to streamline the body profile to reduce drag
Independent crankset, gearbox and propeller/shaft sub-assembly, ensuring easy drive-train maintenance
Manta5 was founded in early 2011 by Guy Howard-Willis and oland lonzo. Both passionate and committed cyclists. The distinct lack of options for a would-be water cyclist Guy had long played on his mind – until one day, he swapped wondering for action, met bike designer Roland. Together with a spirit of wonder, the Manta5 journey began.
Funded by the sale of Guy's recently sold company Torpedo7, the pair worked in secrecy from everyone apart from their wives for two years. Just as a high-performance bicycle, Guy and Roland envisioned a concept that was lightweight, fast, agile, easy to transport, assemble and upgrade. On top of this, the rider would need to launch from a pontoon or from deep water, without settling for any existing bulky buoyancy or hulls.
Seven years later using the same hydrofoil technology that lifts America's Cup yachts out of the water the incumbent Manta5 Hydrofoil XE-1 Bike is making waves around the world. Winning numerous design awards and reaching viral status on social media (240 million and counting). They have built Manta5 on the solid foundations where innovation, passion for cycling and watersports matches a relentless commitment to provide customers with first class service, and unprecedented riding experiences.
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