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CMYK 3.0 Folding Bicycle
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
CMYK 3.0 Folding Bicycle
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

CMYK 3.0 Folding Bicycle

Artifact SeriesHead of State Gifts
Artifact IDFO.118494.a-d
Object Type Bicycle
Manufacturer
Gifter
Medium metal, rubber, plastic, textile
DimensionsOverall - 3D (.a: Bicycle) H 34 7/8 in x W 18 3/4 in x D 46 1/2 in (88.6 cm x 47.6 cm x 118.1 cm )
Physical DescriptionFolding electric bicycle (.a) featuring a black frame with a red stripe towards the front of the frame with the company logo in white within the stripe. There is also a red detail with the brand name and logo in white towards the back of the frame. The rear wheel has a kickstand attached to its proper left side and both wheels have V-brakes attached at their tops. The bicycle has pedals for manual riding and the chain is a fixed gear. The handlebars are able to fold down 180 degrees and the seat post can be stored flush with the frame to minimize the bicycle's dimensions. There is a headlight consisting of six white LEDs at the front of the frame.

The bicycle has a bag for carrying it when folded (.b), a wall charger for the electric motor (.c), and a tool kit (.d).
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama's visit to Argentina in March 2016.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a foreign official to President Barack Obama during the Obama administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts of State (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
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