01-01-2016, 11:59 PM
The gear ratio is very tall so at 40mph the pedals go at a nice steady cycling pace. The bike has a friction thumb operated throttle and the idea is to set a steady speed and then make minor alterations through the pedals. The gearing is too high to pedal start so the bike is 'bump' started (there is a decompressor) and then drive is engaged through a centrifugal clutch. The bike has a high centre of gravity and is therefore a bit twitchy and care has to be taken when cornering as the inside pedal cannot be held in the up position. The bike also has an exposed flywheel and drive belt so it is a good idea to tuck trousers into socks!