Press Release: Dust Moto has launched its second crowd-funding marketing campaign as a part of its clear “build in public” strategy, opening up 100 subscription spots by its “First100” program. The First100 program gives 100 bikes at 15% off the acquisition value, with funds unfold over 15 months with no curiosity. The month-to-month subscription mannequin aligns incentives for the client and firm, guaranteeing danger is minimized, perks are delivered, and every First100 participant receives a manufacturing bike. No different powersports firm has provided their clients entry to the event course of, a uncommon alternative to assist construct an American dust bike and model from scratch.
A Validated Prototype in Six Months
Six months after efficiently closing its preliminary Angel funding and Founders50 packages, Dust has a totally functioning Alpha_1 Prototype. Dust discovered success by involving members of its Founders50 program through the preliminary design and growth course of, with their suggestions serving to additional propel the model to its validated Alpha_1 prototype in solely six months. “The mid-sized Model_1 corners like a 125 and pulls like a 250,” explains Dust Moto Founder Colin Godby. “Initial rider feedback has validated the concept, and through our ongoing development program, Dust continues to refine its concept into a category-defining electric dirt bike.”
Unique Mid-Size Category Design
Dust is purposefully concentrating on the mid-size class by constructing a motorcycle that highlights the advantages of electrical, minimizes the drawbacks, and maximizes enjoyable with distinctive dimension, weight and powertrain traits. “This bike is not designed to replace the full-size gas-powered dirt bike in your garage,” explains Godby. “Instead, it’s a less intimidating, more user-friendly mid-sized dirt bike that opens up new opportunities for riders to spend more time riding moto, be it backyard tracks, freeride zones, or singletrack.” The result’s an electrical dust bike that delivers an exhilarating expertise for pro-level riders whereas interesting to much less skilled riders and crossover athletes from MTB, snow, and water sports activities.
Model_1 Target Specs
- Bike Size – Mid-size (95% wheelbase of a full-size bike, and 95% stand over.)
- Wheel Sizes – Full-size dust bike wheel spec (21″ Front, 18″/19″ Rear)
- Suspension – 260mm entrance, 275mm rear with customized kinematics
- Brakes – 260mm entrance brake disc, 220mm rear disc
- Peak Power – 26kW+/35hp
- Battery –5kWh swappable
- Torque – 500Nm
- Speed – 60+ mph
- Weight – 91kg (Target 200lbs)
- MSRP – $10,950
See it in Action: Alpha_1 Prototype Test Video
Join the Dust Moto First100 Program
Now is your alternative to assist construct an American dust bike model from scratch. Those who join one of many First100 program spots obtain a dust bike at a reduced charge and acquire entry to Dust’s month-to-month member conferences, newsletters, and behind-the-scenes updates. Once the ultimate manufacturing runs, First100 members obtain bike supply from the primary batch of bikes, together with unique customized touches.
Interested riders can join the Dust First100 program at www.dustmoto.com.
About Dust
Dust Moto is an electrical dust bike firm on a worldwide mission to be the #1 American Moto Brand. We’re dedicated to the imaginative and prescient of constructing an iconic model by distinctive merchandise, storytelling, and group constructing. There’s a large hole available in the market, and we’re assured that by partaking you, the passionate fanatic, we are able to construct one thing wonderful collectively. Dust believes we can assist create a brand new golden age for dust biking by bridging the powersports business to rising mobility tech. Dust builds reasonably priced efficiency electrical autos that maximize the connection between rider, machine, and surroundings. With the fitting components, extra individuals can join with the game than ever, enabling riders to interrupt free from the shackles of the eye economic system, push their limits, construct deeper connections to the individuals and world round them, and finally lead a life value residing. www.dustmoto.com
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