Can the Flying Flea match the legacy of ruggedness and versatility of its WWII namesake?
During World War II the original Flying Flea was a tough, versatile machine that could be parachuted into combat zones providing quick, reliable transportation of troops. It had a reputation for simplicity, durability, and being able to work in bitter conditions. While the new electric Flying Flea bears the name and a few design elements of its predecessor, it is a very different machine for a different era. However, it’s unclear how this modern interpretation stands up to rough use or challenging environments. With a minimalist design and an electric powertrain, questions arise about the resilience and versatility for rough surfaces. Secondly, the original was easy to repair in the field, and this might be more difficult with a more complex electric system.
No way. It was a war machine in the original. It’s just a fancy commuter bike with a cool name.
It doesn’t have to be exactly like the original. Things change, needs change. It's tough in its own way.
The real test, however, will be how it handles India's roads. It’s tough enough if it can survive that.
It could be even more versatile, I think. What if you could use it as a portable power bank in case of outages?
The design might actually be pretty rugged, because it's so simple. Less to go wrong, you know?
It’ll be less fixable in the field, but it will probably require fewer repairs overall.
RE knows their heritage. I bet they made it tougher than it looked.
Who cares about the old one? That’s cool in its own right. Let's not judge it, let's judge it on its own merits.
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Can the Flying Flea match the legacy of ruggedness and versatility of its WWII namesake?
09 January 2025 10:19
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