The bicycle that will get you a speeding ticket: Audi unveil electric concept bike that can reach 50mph

When travelling along busy roads, cyclists usually don't need to worry about being caught out by a speed camera.
But, thanks to this incredible new bike, that could be about to change.
Car manufacturer Audi used motor racing design principles to build the Audi e-bike Wörthersee.

And just like a Formula 1 car, it has every possible gadget that you could ever need.
Perhaps the most helpful feature is an electric motor for when those legs are feeling a tough jaded.
But this isn't just any electric motor. Incredibly, it can help build speeds of 50mph.

The cyclist can choose between a total of five cycling modes including pure muscle power, the electric motor alone, or pedaling supported by the electric motor.
In the 'Pure' mode, the drive power is purely the product of the cyclist’s legs, while in 'Pedelec' mode you are supported by the electric motor that then makes speeds of up to 50 mph possible and gives you a range of 31-44 miles.
If you select 'eGrip', the Audi e-bike Wörthersee runs solely on the electric motor and can reach a top speed of 31 mph.

The cyclist then controls forward momentum using a gripshift and can configure the power as desired using the touchscreen on-bike computer.
The cyclist can also hook up to the computer using a smartphone. One handy function of this means that when you start cycling, the immobilizer is deactivated.
For those looking to record tricks, video images recorded via the in-helmet camera can be uploaded to the Internet in real time via your smartphone.
A rankings table on the Internet means you can measure yourself against other bikers and your friends.
Each trick performed successfully is awarded points, and as the number of points awarded grows, the cyclist receives awards and the challenge level rises too.
Facebook status reports also pop up on the Audi e-bike Wörthersee display.
An electronic control system supports the rider when performing tricks and back-wheel biking.
Different modes can be set using a smartphone or directly on the e-bike – either 'Power Wheelie' mode, with adjustable wheelie angle for less skilled bikers or 'Balanced Wheelie' mode for sporting challenges.

News credit: Daily Mail

But sincerely speaking, this is awesome! Can't wait to get one . *winks*