Automotive grade engineering
for bike-sharing systems.

Empowering bike-sharing operators

We collaborate directly with technicians to identify weak links, actual running costs, and causes for bike downtime. Our hardware is designed for the reality of 24/7 outdoor use:

The ILUS bike technical standard

We’ve eliminated fragile plastic components, complex integrations, and mystery electric system errors. Most shared bikes fail because they’re overcomplicated. We design ours the opposite way: fewer parts, simpler maintenance, comfortable ride.

Designed with Technicians

We document learnings and use real-world data to continuously refine our hardware.

Built for 24/7 Heavy Use

A vertically integrated system that meets the automotive grade knowledge while resisting urban vandalism.

Simple for Any Rider

Ergonomic low-step frame with upright geometry and low center of mass ensure a comfortable experience for all citizens, regardless of age or ability.

 

Why choose ILUS bike?

  • Reliability: We prioritize hardware that stays in service.

  • Independence: We eliminate manufacturer lock-in through standardized parts.

  • Transparency: We share and collect real data and feedback to help operators succeed.

Recognitions

Prototron Accelerator Winners

2025 Bright Starter Nominee

2025 Design of the Year Nominee

Republic of Estonia Patent Office

Launch

03.03.2026

Intuitive User-Experience and Comfortable Ride

We’ve removed every barrier between the user and the ride to ensure your fleet is the first choice, every time.

Higher Retention

Users are more likely to return to a system that feels like a natural extension of their commute rather than a technical hurdle.

Reduced Support Load

A simpler user experience leads to fewer “how-to” support tickets and accidental “unlocked bike” reports.

Increased Spontaneous Rides

By removing the mandatory onboarding process, you capture the “walk-up” market that other systems lose.

Comfortable Upright Position

Our frame features an ultra-low step-through and an upright riding position, making the bike inclusive for all body types, ages and clothing choices, including skirts and long coats.

Zero-Effort Locking

We replaced clumsy manual locks with an automated hub-locking system that secures the bike the moment a ride ends. No more unlocked bikes that has huge potential to get vandalized. 

No-Contact with Grease and Moving Parts

By enclosing the entire drivetrain, we ensure that users never have to worry about grease or debris on their clothes