Richard Thorpe, former McLaren designer, develops a smart e-bike with Formula 1 genes

Anything but ordinary!

The GoCycle G4 e-bike impresses with elegant design and innovative technology

High-strength lightweight construction

The frame consists of just a few extremely light monocoque components:

The central element with the bottom bracket is made either from carbon or a glass-fibre composite, while the front element with the integrated internal battery is made from magnesium injection casting.

All in all: Only around 17 kg — lighter than many conventional bicycles.

Hermetically sealed, clean — always clean clothes

Visually and technically, the entire rear section presents itself as a closed housing in which the drivetrain, including the chain, is integrated. This part is coupled with suspension as a swing arm and provides the strikingly good riding comfort. The front mono fork with steering completes the bike.

Changing tyres...

Front and rear wheels are each connected to the fork or rear frame section on only one side. The tyres are fully accessible and do not first have to be removed from a fork.

Thanks to the powerful 2.25-inch-wide GoCycle silicone tyres, even bold lean angles are a pleasure to ride.

It folds... in 10 seconds

The G4 folds up in no time, can be stored in the boot or taken free of charge on buses and trains. With its compact folded dimensions of 88 cm x 39 cm x 75 cm, it fits in any boot, camper, boat or beside you on the underground.

Powerhouse in the front wheel

With up to 500 watts of drive power and assistance up to 32 km/h, depending on the installed firmware, the hub motor offers plenty of power and torque, applied directly and smoothly to the front wheel via traction control.

Ready for the racetrack

With the G4, Richard Thorpe even returned to a racetrack: on a selected hill-and-valley course at Brands Hatch, GoCycle employee Tom Dowrick set an e-bike lap record at 35.4 km/h.

Our opinion:

The GoCycle G4 rides very comfortably — whether for commuting, leisure or holidays. The folding process is super simple and quickly done.

The weight is moderate and it is also easy to carry.