posted Thu, 8/26/10 4:49 PM

Eco Factor: Hybrid concept motorcycle harvests renewable solar energy.

The MoonRider concept motorcycle by Marko Design isn’t just a hybrid in terms of its engine, but also when it comes to operation. The concept integrates a zero-emission electric motorcycle and a jet-engine powered aircraft into an ultra-lightweight body that can be driven or flown through urban towns.

The MoonRider features electronic controls that balance the vehicle when it is being driven. With a two-wheel based construction, each of the front tandem-wheels is driven by its own electric motor. The electric batteries are juiced-up by solar panels included in the vehicle’s frontal part.

Energy for flying comes from a powerful plasma jet engine, which will be a replacement for today’s turbo jet engines. To make flight possible, the designer aims to develop the vehicle from lightweight composite materials which along with an aerodynamic design will help this machine take on the sky in an efficient manner.

VIA: ECOFRIEND