Motorcycle of the future

The motorcycle of the future: Machine Fly

It has been fantasized by many, over and over again – at least for the last three decades; a motorcycle that can fly. This fact has been well represented in fiction with no better example than in Dragon Ball where you see all sorts of flying vehicles in the West city, or even Hagrid’s flying motorcycle in Harry Potter.

However, this fantasy has been given shape by Gonzalo Guerrero, who has just designed a flying motorcycle!  This flying motorcycle, which has been called Machine_Fly, looks sleek and shiny; the silver handle, and yellow buttons matching with the black and red exterior make you want to ride the bike at the very instant you get a glimpse of it. Looking at the bottom you will see no wheels (this is a flying motorcycle after all). You will however find an exhaust pipe at the back which functions the same as that of a conventional one, that is, to provide forward thrust. If you look carefully, you will see that its design is heavily based on the big motorcycles of the modern age, though a bit more luxurious.

However there are certain features that a heavy bike has that we don’t see in the pictures. One thing being is that it has no front lights (I wonder how will you see in the dark?); I don’t see any breaks (for birds you know). Apart from that it looks stunning or in more defined words, a fantastic piece of art. I mean anyone who knows about bike exteriors will be very happy to see this one; in fact, many people who will see these photos will eventually try to make their own bikes become like this.

One important thing to note about the way the bike was built is the passage of air above and below of the bike to minimize the effects of friction (streamlined flow of air which reduces dragging to a minimum). The designer has made the shape considering in mind that the bike will take flight; yet, how it will take flight is still not certain. Will the exhaustpipe at the back provide force for that? We do not know anything for sure as yet.

If you like motorcycles, you can check out these Predator Motorcycle and FALLOUT Motorcycle as well.

Sampdesign Leo Motorcycle Allows Safe And Comfy Ride On Longer Trips

Often motorbikes are considered ideal for shorter rides, but the “Sampdesign Leo” is a motorcycle with a difference that allows comfortable rides on longer trips. A result of the partnership project between the designer Mauricio Sampaio, Oswaldo Cruz Faculty and FADIM`s professor of design Leone Fragassi, the Leo is a motorcycle concept for urban and long trips with outstanding ergonomics and comfort for the occupant. It is equipped with an electric motor providing 10KW DC (direct current), and controlled by an acceleration progressive system, maximizing performance and autonomy. Its range is 200km from lithium ion-polymer batteries that recharge in 30 minutes from a standard AC110/220 outlet.


The motorcycle has exclusive transmission and is equipped with systems belts (belt time) to ensure stability and absence of noise. Leo has tires devoid of air, made of high-performance polyurethane that makes the rubber adjust to road conditions, whether dry or wet. Its fairing plastic is light sensitive and can change color and become luminescent for self-defense in poorly lit areas. The enclosed cockpit of protective fairing promotes high aerodynamic performance as well as protection for rainy days.