Bicycle

Object number2021.79.7
Manufacturer
Manufacturer
Date2017
MediumPolycarbonate; Plastic; Metal; Rubber
Credit LineGift of Covestro LLC
DescriptionPhantom frames light up bike. Child’s bicycle. No-pedal balance bike. Transparent plastic frame with black metal and black plastic components. Clear handle grips. Bell mounted on proper left handlebar. Black adjustable seat with handle at back. Two black rubber tires with thick tread and raised text around rim on both sides. White plastic reflector under front of handlebars and red plastic reflector under back of seat. Bike frame illuminates via two red push-button controls on the frame.DimensionsHeight x Width x Length: 22.875 × 19.75 × 33 in. (58.1 × 50.2 × 83.8 cm)
MarksEach tire has raised text around rim on both sides “[logo] HOTA TYRE”, “INFLATE TO 250 KPa (36P.S.I.)”, and front tire has “12 1/2 X 2 1/4 A-1021-01” and rear tire has “12 1/2 X 2 1/4 A-1021-03”.

Impressed maker’s mark on both sides of the handlebar shaft at top “KALIN”.

Product logo "P" on proper left side of the clear frame at front.
Historical NotesPhantom frames light up bike.Label TextThe Covestro transparent polycarbonate that makes up the body of this Phantom Bike can be illuminated. This lightweight bike is also strong and impact resistant.
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