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The all new Hydrofoiler
SL3
The authentic cycling experience elevated by water.
No noise, no wake, no emissions.
A genuine cycling experience on water
Manta5’s sole objective has been to recreate the feeling of cycling on water with a design that prioritises speed, agility, and precision handling. The Hydrofoiler SL3 breaks away from conventional water bikes that utilise pontoons or hulls, offering a revolutionary new ride experience.
Experience the thrill of a completely unique mode of water mobility elevated above the chop and swell. Features include patented deep water hydrofoil launching technology, 10 levels of electric assist coupled with throttle override and quick connection parts for super easy transport and storage. In less than an hour of practise expect to become a confident water rider.
Are you ready for a new adventure? Get ready to explore over 70% of the world’s surface as cyclable terrain.
No noise, no wake, no emissions.
A genuine cycling experience on water
Manta5’s sole objective has been to recreate the feeling of cycling on water with a design that prioritises speed, agility, and precision handling. The Hydrofoiler SL3 breaks away from conventional water bikes that utilise pontoons or hulls, offering a revolutionary new ride experience.
Experience the thrill of a completely unique mode of water mobility elevated above the chop and swell. Features include patented deep water hydrofoil launching technology, 10 levels of electric assist coupled with throttle override and quick connection parts for super easy transport and storage. In less than an hour of practise expect to become a confident water rider.
Are you ready for a new adventure? Get ready to explore over 70% of the world’s surface as cyclable terrain.
The Hydrofoiler SL3 introduces
Industry leading features
Float upright when stationary
Throttle only launch and ride
Long lasting battery
Modular design for easy transport
New toolless quick connection points
Pedal assistance
Cook Strait Crossing, New Zealand
Watch the first-generation Hydrofoiler XE-1 crossing the treacherous Cook Strait (New Zealand) for 26km, without getting wet.
range
Ride up to 40km (25mi)
Embrace new cycling challenges by dialling back the electric assistance and venturing well off the beaten path. Discover breathtaking new scenery and push your limits like never before.
Cook Strait Crossing, New Zealand
Watch the first-generation Hydrofoiler XE-1 crossing the treacherous Cook Strait (New Zealand) for 26km, without getting wet.
Half bike. Half plane.
A radical evolution in cycling
Throttle Override
Variable Electric Assist
Up to 4.5 Hours Ride Time
Easy Launch Technology
Modular Design for In-car Transport
Toolless Detachable Battery
Carbon Fibre Foils
IP67 Motor and Housing
Ride duration
The longest ride duration of any electric foiling product on the market.
Chop and swell capabilities
Handles rolling swell and choppy conditions. The SL3 ‘slices’ through tougher conditions than conventional SUPs, kayaks and most personal watercraft.
Maintenance
Ultra low maintenance, no high wear drive components like on most bicycles.
Simple hose wash down after salt water riding.
Service after 200 hours of riding using common hand tools.
Parts weight
Chassis: 10.1 kg | 22 lbs
Drive Train: 13.9 kg | 30 lbs
FC2 Rear foil: 5.8 kg | 12.5 lbs
HE2 Carbon rear foil: 2.9 kg | 6 lbs
Hydropack 1000 Battery: 8.6 kg | 19 lbs
Hydropack 600 Battery: 7.1 kg | 15.5 lbs
Tiller and front foil: 1.9 kg | 4 lbs
Added modularity to the SL3 has reduced the overall carry weight with the heaviest module being 13.9kg (30pounds)
Speed
Speeds vary based on ride conditions, rider weight & ability
Coming soon: Speed foil & propeller targeting increases to top end speed
Top-end speed: 20 kph | 12 mph
Cruising speed: 11 kph | 7 mph
Minimum speed: 6 kph | 4 mph
Hire market durability
New hardwearing monocoque chassis, a new robust drivetrain and fully sealed gearboxes are designed with commercial hire operators in mind.
Battery charge time
Hydropack 1000 Battery: 3 hours
Hydropack 600 Battery: 2 hours
Assembled dimensions
1.4 m High x 2 m Wide x 2.2 m Long | 4.5 ft High, 6.5 ft Wide, 7.2 ft Long
Transport
The Hydrofoiler SL3 features quick connection parts that breaks the bike into 5 sub-assemblies. Transport in-car and carry to the water by hand.
Three variants to choose from
SL3
$14,000 NZD
- Orca White Chassis
- Light Hydropack 600 Battery
- ‘Learner’ Fixed Chord 2.0 (FC2) Rear Foil
- All riders
- Lightweight battery
SL3+
$16,995 NZD
- Orca White Chassis
- Long range Hydropack 1000 Battery
- ‘Learner’ Fixed Chord 2.0 (FC2) Rear Foil
- Bestseller
- Long range
SL3 PRO
$19,975 NZD
- Sharkskin Chassis
- Long range Hydropack 1000 Battery
- Both Fixed Chord 2.0 (FC2) Rear Foil + ‘Super Lightweight’ High efficiency (HE2)Rear Foil
- Confident starters to expert
- Longest range
hydrofoil bikes origins
Designed and developed in New Zealand
Manta5 is committed to creating products that align with New Zealand’s reputation as a global leader in sustainability and environmental protection.
Considered product development
No wake: No washout of underwater habitat. No emissions, petrol fumes and slicks are no longer found in our waterways. No noise, the revving of personal watercraft engines is replaced by a whisper.
Built to last
The Hydrofoiler SL3 features a drive train that’s designed for life, an overall a 5X life increase on the first gen XE-1 model. They are built to last and we are continually working on improving everything about them.
Take only what you need
Electric power assistance blended with human power delivers a highly efficient and environmentally friendly mode of transport on the water.
first impressions
Hydrofoiler SL3 Ride Reviews
The water is calling for a migration of new water riders of a cutting-edge watersport.
They tried it out the Hydrofoiler SL3 and let us know how it went.
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