CARBON BLUE™
Several years ago, a company named Gates introduced a concept never before seen on outdoor bikes – a belt drive that performed like a chain. Their innovative system – called Carbon Drive™ – features a carbon fiber reinforced belt with teeth for maximum durability and true bike performance. Over time, this has transitioned from a novelty system to a mainstream solution used on hundreds of outdoor bike models today.
We have worked with Gates to adapt this revolutionary technology to our A.C. Sport bike. The result is a new belt-based drive system that combines the maintenance-free durability and performance of a belt with the authentic-ride feel of a chain. We call it Carbon Blue™ – those
who ride it call it “incredible.”
BENEFITS OF CARBON BLUE™
LOW MAINTENANCE- Belt never requires lubrication
- Tension never needs to be adjusted
- High-inertia drive train provides momentum and feel of chain drive
- Toothed belt provides rider feedback and road feel
- Carbon fiber reinforcement makes this belt incredibly durable
- The longest warranty of any belt or chain on the market
- Product Dimensions: 48" H x 43" L x 20" W (122cm x 109cm x 51cm)
- Product Weight: 126 lbs (57 kg)
- Max User Weight: 300 lbs
- Frame Finish: Zinc-plated Steel Frame Construction
- Frame Color: Deep Silver
- Seat Slider, Handlebars and Hardware Materials: Stainless steel slider and posts
- Resistance Type/System: 6-Magnet Non-Contact Magnetic Resistance
- Pedal: Double link SPD
- Drive System: Carbon Fiber Belt Drive™ - features a carbon fiber reinforced belt with teeth for maximum durability and true bike performance and feel. No maintenance required - ultra smooth and quiet
- User Compatible Size Range: Typically 4'11" to 6'8" (150 to 203 cm) tall
- MPower™ Echelon Console Compatible: Yes
- Q Factor: 170mm