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As a result of my detest for rude I-am-always-right cab drivers with substandard driving skills and their deafening choice of radio stations (listening to the radio DJ announcing the winning lottery numbers in Chinese causes me nausea), I have been toying with the idea of having a city vehicle of late. Should I get a motorised bicycle or a Segway? I’d love to get a motorised bicycle from Derringer Cycles, that’s for sure. Oh god, these babies are to die for. Thanks to yatzer for the heads up.

Named after the pocket size old pistol and designed by world renowned industrial designer Adrian Van Anz, the Derringer Cycles were the missing link between Van Anz’ old Schwinn and new Ducati.

Completely handmade and customised to the needs of the owner, the Derringer is a unique symbol of aspiration owned by the discerning few, and not an inventory you can attain off the shelf. Orders may be placed online, but do keep in mind that it takes approximately one entire month for each bike to be built, and cost up to USD3,500.00. To be honest, I don’t think the cost is expensive considering that this is but a bespoke objet d’art you are unlikely to find an average Joe riding.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Engine
[BAMF-II Model] Honda built overhead valve 4-stroke engine displacing 49cc, CARB and EURO 2 emission compliance, up to 180 mpg depending on usage. EZ-Start Recoil

• Brakes
70mm drum front brake, coaster style rear brake.

• Capacity
Fuel Tank: 1.8 US Gallon, 87 Octane ?Engine Oil: .26 US Quart

• Performance
Top speed for off-road only models can exceed 35 mph. Derringers designated for road use are modified so as not to exceed the power and speed limitations imposed on motorized bicycles by the laws of the region in which they will operate. This can vary from 20 mph to 40mph depending on city, state, or country.