So it’s a hell of a lot cooler and more powerful than a scooter, moped or Segway — but the 1300W lithium ion–powered motor will only take you between 30km and 50km on a one-hour charge (depending on weight). That’s not enough to make it a serious mode of transportation, but if you live in an urban area it might make some sense. You don’t need a parking spot and you can ride it in like you would any other bicycle. Of course, that kind of flexibility won’t come cheap. Expect to pay €5877 ($9426) for the Grace E-Bike when it ships in January. [Grace via DVICE]

If the shape didn’t tip you off, let me explain: Like those golf bag-shaped monstrosities you see on airport luggage turnstiles from time-to-time, the AeroTech is shaped like a collapsed bike. Because it’s meant to transport bikes in aeroplanes.

There’s room for two detached tyres/wheels and the frame, the pedals and space for other cycling goodies. Just be sure you’re carting around one of those lightweight aluminium or carbon fibre bikes in this thing — steel frame Huffy’s need not apply. [Likecool via Design Blog]

The idea is to teach kids how to bike safely by placing them in a variety of real-world scenarios like “going to school”, “going to the grocery store”, and the like. Targeted for driving schools and educational institutions, Japanese parents can spend some time with their child learning the basics without having to worry for their safety. After a few years, they just might be ready to go outside on a real bike with a helmet and a cocoon of bubble wrap on. [Far East Gizmos via Coolest Gadgets via DVICE]

The LEDs are super bright, and a built-in lithium polymer battery keeps them juiced for about 60 hours. At that point the Spooklight comes off the bike and charges via USB. And this is pretty cool: it will also charge your gadgets (like MP3 players and mobile phones) while you’re on the road.

£55 ($97) is on the pricey side, given you can still just wave your arm to change lanes, but if you ride about at night quite often, it could be a good investment in your own safety. Either way, points for the clever use of the three-axis accelerometer. [50Cycles via Wired]

That having been said, the Cyberbike is being developed by European publisher Bigben Interactive and comes bundled with some sort of lame treehugger game that requires you clean up the planet with the power of your eco-calves (don’t worry, it also works with Mario Kart). The bike is slated for a January release in Europe, but pricing details have not been announced. Granted, it will most likely be cheaper than purchasing an actual exercise bike, but I can’t imagine that some plastic, boxed Wii accessory will be able to handle the beating. Even professional stationary bikes break down on a fairly regular basis. [Kotaku]

Well, it’s convinced us that the wheels fold up, at least. But when you’re weaving in and out of city traffic with just a bit of metal and rubber differentiating you from the pavement, that very function will be your primary concern. Trust us. [Treehugger via DVICE]

As a child, learning to ride a bike vexed me to no end. While my friends zipped around the neighbourhood on two wheels, I plodded along on four, thanks to an embarrassing set of “training wheels”. Good news: They’re doomed.

And it’s all thanks to this ingenious gyro-equipped bike wheel. Like the Seqway before it, the Gyrowheel uses, well, a gyro, to maintain balance long enough so that a child can comfortably get the feel for bike riding — without those tiny little wheels messing with their self-esteem.

As you can see in the video, even with a few slaps on the side the wheel remains upright. I too was skeptical at first, but when the video depicted a bike “ghost riding” across the exhibit floor, I was sold and my childhood was immediately envious.

The 12-inch Gyrowheel will drop on December 1, while a 16-inch version should arrive by mid 2010. [Gyrowheel via OhGizmo]

Beyond this unique anti-theft mechanism it is your typical fold-up bike. The only bad news about the Boston bike? You cannot get it! You can go look at if you want at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, just don’t try and steal it. Or do, and video tape yourself trying to ride away. [Biomega via Inhabitat]

As a cyclist, I can appreciate the message being put forth in this Biking Rules PSA. As a Lego lover, I can’t help but smile at the cuteness inherent in the violent auto accident portrayed at the end.

Talk about mixed signals. But seriously, don’t run red lights. As the video says, we humans don’t pop back together as easily as Lego minifigs — although that sure would be convenient.

Next up: A Lego PSA for cyclists about how riding through the streets like an entitled arsehole will probably get you maimed, killed or at the very least doored by a disgruntled driver. [YouTube via Brothers Brick]

Jalopnik just posted this crazy Honda unicycle, the U3-X, with “omni traction drive”. It’s definitely the first personal mobility device that might help you fulfil your lifelong dream of re-enacting Jamiroquai’s “Virtual Insanity” video. Pics and details at [Jalopnik]