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The world's first flying motorcycle promises to revolutionize the way we travel, with the ability to reach speeds of up to 100 km/h and offer flight autonomy of between 25 and 40 minutes, allowing quick and practical trips through the air.
One of the flying motorcycle? A company presented at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025, in Las Vegas, the Skyrider X1, a hybrid of a moped and a quadcopter. Their promise is ambitious: to allow passengers to fly to avoid traffic as early as 2026.
Flying motorcycle? A new era of mobility
A Rictor is already known for its e-bike K1, but now it aims for something much bigger. According to the company, the Skyrider X1 is the result of years of search and innovation in land, air and sea mobility.
At CES 2025, the concept version of the vehicle attracted attention and was widely publicized as one of the main attractions of the event.
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The company describes itself as a reference in visionary and technological solutions. Although flying motorcycles are still a distant concept for many, Rictor believes the X1 could open the door to a new era of urban transportation.
Skyrider X1 Technology
The Skyrider X1 is designed with an eight-propeller system, ensuring stability and redundancy. According to Rictor, the model will be able to reach a maximum speed of 100 km/h. Flight autonomy varies between 25 and 40 minutes, depending on the chosen configuration.
The basic model, X1 SL, is equipped with a 10,5 kWh battery, which allows it to fly for up to 25 minutes. The X1 SX, a more advanced version, has a 21 kWh battery and reaches 40 minutes of autonomy.
Both models promise advanced functionality such as automatic takeoffs and landings, location-based route planning and the ability to adapt in real time to weather conditions.
The vehicle automatically adjusts altitude, speed and direction for a safe and efficient experience. For more experienced users, the Skyrider X1 will offer manual controls with joystick functionality.
In case of emergency, a parachute system guarantees greater safety, as well as allowing safe landings even with engine failure.
Safety as a priority
According to Rictor, safety is a key focus in the design of the Skyrider X1. The vehicle will feature an enclosed cabin, triple-redundant control systems, and a user-focused approach to safety. This includes features such as constant monitoring of flight conditions and the ability to switch between automatic and manual modes.
Furthermore, the company reinforces that the Skyrider X1 was designed to face climate and environmental challenges.
The ability to adapt in real time is one of the vehicle's distinguishing features, offering automatic adjustments to ensure efficiency and safety in different conditions.
Challenges along the way
Despite the enthusiasm, experts point out that the arrival of the flying motorcycle on the market faces many obstacles.
Certification for use in urban spaces is one of the biggest challenges. Companies like Volocopter, for example, were unable to obtain authorization to operate flying taxis during the Paris 2024 Olympics. This occurred even with pre-determined routes and the use of human pilots.
Volocopter is also facing financial problems, having recently filed for insolvency.
These examples show how the promises of urban air mobility often clash with practical and regulatory reality.
Expectations and reactions
At CES 2025, the Skyrider X1 was unveiled as the show’s main attraction. Rictor reported that the vehicle attracted widespread global attention and generated great anticipation among attendees.
Interestingly, this statement was made on the same day the event opened, which generated skepticism among some analysts.
Rictor plans to sell the Skyrider X1 for $60.000, a relatively affordable price compared to other aerial mobility projects. However, the company will need to overcome regulatory challenges and prove that the vehicle is viable in terms of safety and usability for the public.
