ZolarBoda Solar Cargo Bike - New Version (2024)

The ZolarBoda is a solar powered cargo e-bike which can carry a passenger on a rear seat and luggage in a large front basket. The 170 Wp solar roof allows for charging on the go and provides sun and rain protection.

Boda Bodas are two wheeler taxis in East Africa. Initially, they were mostly bicycles which are now more and more replaced by motorcycles. The latter are faster, and therefore, more profitable. But their increased speed also means an increased safety risk for the driver and passenger and they contribute to air and noise pollution.

The ZolarBoda as a solar powered electric assist e-bike aims to provide a clean transportation means between the purely human and purely motor powered boda boda taxi. It is not as fast as the motorcycle but it is safer (lower speed), less expensive, allows for easy cargo transportation and provides driver, passenger and cargo with protection from sun and rain.

I also use it for my daily commute keeping dry in the rain and cool in the sun and I can conveniently do all my shopping with it.

Additional information can be found on my website:
https://zolarenergy.net/