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Dedicated enthusiasts and gearheads have been making electric cars, trucks, SUVs, and motorcycles for years. As such, it’s not often that you find something so ridiculous that it causes you pause. Well, Matt Denton’s giant Monkey Bike motorcycle is one of those weird, wild, and wonderful rides. So much so, that famed MythBusters star Adam Savage stopped in to take a spin on the electric motorcycle.

This 3D-printed electric motorcycle is made of giant Legos– and full-size adults can ride it

The concept behind Legos is one with which most people are familiar. Little, interlocking plastic bricks can come together to create fabulous kits. That, or creative minds can go way, way off script and build their wildest dreams, like city skylines and surprisingly realistic portraits. However, it’ll be a cold day in you-know-where before you see life-sized vehicles made of Legos. Right?

Well, not quite. Matt Denton, famed UK television personality and big-time dreamer decided to build a life-size Monkey Bike electric motorcycle out of giant, 3D-printed Lego-like components. However, it wasn’t as easy as tearing open huge baggies full of pieces and unfolding a large set of instructions. Denton ran into issues with proportions and structure early on. But, after reinforcing components with bolts, shims, and large metal rods like a 35mm tube, the Lego EV bike would support a person.

In a satisfying video, Denton assembled the bike like a tiny cartoon character working with a full-size Lego kit. Moreover, he included polycarbonate suspension gear. In addition to the rigid suspension gear, Denton set springs on both sides, not unlike many popular production bikes. Humorously, he even printed little X-shaped ends to mimic the appearance of Lego axle rods.

Finally, after Denton put the entire bike together, installed the 48-volt bottle-shaped battery, and took it for a ride, he invited Adam Savage, the MythBusters star, to ride the finished product. Oh, and there are no brakes. Check out the full video of Denton putting the bike together and Savage taking a ride below!

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Erik Sherman

Erik Sherman joined the MotorBiscuit team as an Autos Writer in 2022. An admitted petrolhead and an avid motorcyclist, Erik has owned everything from classic cars to motorcycles to modern driver’s cars. Erik also has extensive experience with military and emergency vehicles, ranging from ambulances and fire engines to MRAPs and M-ATVs. Erik is an eager car and motorcycle reviewer with experience covering everything from sports cars to pontoon boats and jet skis.

Erik holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations (IRG) from the University of Texas at Austin and has studied Chinese, Energy, and European Politics at the University of Glasgow in Scotland. Erik’s background is unorthodox; he is a United States Marine Corps (USMC) combat veteran, water survival practitioner, and a former firefighter/EMT. Additionally, Erik is a regular volunteer and former instructor with the American Red Cross (ARC).