iRiding (Shenzhen) Technology Co., Ltd.

What iRiding (Shenzhen) Technology Co., Ltd. does

iRiding (Shenzhen) Technology Co., Ltd., operating globally under the QiCYCLE brand, designs and manufactures portable electric tire inflators and electric-assisted bicycles for consumer and prosumer markets. Founded in 2011 in Xiamen by software and electronic engineers and now headquartered in Shenzhen with an R&D center in Xiamen and a European regional headquarters in Frankfurt, the company sells a portfolio of six inflator models (Mini, N3, P1, A1, Nano, 3PRO — priced $29.99–$99.99) and three e-bike models (C2, F2, T2 — priced $999–$2,999). Underlying technology includes proprietary air-pressure retention components (originally developed for China's national aerospace program), in-house motors and electronic controls, an automotive-grade Battery Management System, axial torque sensors, and patented heat-dissipation and folding-frame designs; the company holds 126 patents (45 in portable air pumps, 81 in electric-assist systems).

The business operates a hybrid hardware-sales and OEM/ODM model. Direct-to-consumer sales flow through the qicycle.com Shopify storefront, the Amazon marketplace (Amazon.de cited), and a UK dealer network being built via a dedicated Business Development Manager; broader consumer reach comes via Xiaomi's ecosystem — Xiaomi Mall, Xiaomi sales channels, Xiaomi.com crowdfunding, and 200+ offline retail locations in China. Hardware revenue is one-time/perpetual-license at fixed unit prices, supplemented by accessories (baskets, racks, batteries, controllers, hoses) and OEM/ODM branding partnerships for clients seeking customized inflators or e-bikes. Brand marketing includes a three-tier KOC/Brand Ambassador program and content marketing through the QiCYCLE blog.

Customer concentration is split between a long tail of individual cyclists, car owners, motorcyclists, urban commuters, and campervan users (sourced through D2C and Amazon reviews), and a meaningful Xiaomi-channel volume relationship that has historically driven large unit counts (3.27M Mi air compressors cumulative by 2020; 69,287 Xiaomi-branded e-bikes in 2017). Manufacturing is in-house at an IATF 16949:2016-certified factory with stated annual capacity of 3 million inflators and 100,000 e-bikes, providing unit-cost leverage and cross-border supply credentials (EN15194-2017 EU certification, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and 2024 China High-Tech Enterprise designation).

Name

iRiding (Shenzhen) Technology Co., Ltd.

Legal name

iRiding (Shenzhen) Technology Co., Ltd.

Website

https://qicycle.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

QiCYCLE (iRiding Shenzhen Technology) designs and manufactures portable electric tire inflators and electric-assisted bicycles, selling globally through its own e-commerce storefront, Amazon, and the Xiaomi ecosystem to consumer cyclists, motorists, and urban commuters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Consumer Electric Mobility (Portable Tire Inflators and Electric Folding Bicycles)

NAICS

Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991)

SIC

Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751)

akta.pro primary industry

E-bikes & E-cargo Bikes Manufacturing (IMACAOAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

E-Bikes & Electric Bicycles (CRACASAA), E-Bike Retail (CRAMAHAE), Bike Online Retail & Omnichannel Specialists (CRAMAHAL), Bike Parts & Components Retail (CRAMAHAB), Cycling & Micromobility Products Distribution (CRAOAJAF), Cycling & Bike Retail (Sales, Service & Accessories) (CRAMABAH)

Keywords

• Portable tire inflators
• Electric bicycles
• Folding e-bikes
• Portable air compressors
• Bicycle accessories

Headquarters

HQ city

Shenzhen

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Portable Electric Air Compressors/Inflators: One-time hardware sales of portable electric tire inflators for bikes, cars, motorcycles, and other inflation needs. Products include Mini, N3, P1, A1, Nano, and 3PRO models with prices ranging from $29.99 to $99.99.
2. Electric-Assisted Bicycles (E-bikes): One-time hardware sales of electric folding bikes and electric bicycles including C2, F2, and T2 models with prices ranging from $999 to $2,999.
3. Accessories: Sales of compatible accessories including front baskets, rear racks, batteries, controllers, air hoses, quick release valves, and tire removal tools.
4. OEM/ODM/Branding Business: Open for brand licensing and original design manufacturing partnerships for companies seeking customized air pump or e-bike products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

iRiding (Shenzhen) Technology Co., Ltd., operating under the QiCYCLE brand, designs, manufactures, and sells portable electric tire inflators and electric-assisted folding bicycles. The product portfolio includes six inflator models (Mini, N3, P1, A1, Nano, 3PRO) for bikes, cars, motorcycles and other inflation needs, and three e-bike models (C2, F2, T2). The company also operates a Bluetooth-connected cycling mobile app and offers OEM/ODM/branding services to partners.

Product overview

QiCYCLE (iRiding Shenzhen Technology Co., Ltd.) offers a unified portfolio of portable electric tire inflators and electric-assisted bicycles. The tire inflator lineup includes six models: Mini (pocket-sized bike pump with 150psi), N3 (high-speed all-in-one for balls/motorbikes/bikes), P1 (3-in-1 pump/power bank/flashlight with 150psi), A1 (heavy-duty 12V vehicle pump with 6 bar), Nano (compact bike pump), and 3PRO (professional-grade with 7 modes). The e-bike range features three models: C2 (20-inch folding e-bike with torque sensor and 8-speed), F2 (16-inch folding e-bike with Shimano 3-speed), and T2 (premium bike with electronic/mechanical shifting options). All products share a focus on precision pressure control, patented heat dissipation technology, and battery efficiency. The QiCYCLE App provides Bluetooth connectivity for cycling data sync. The company operates B2B channels including ODM/OEM branding business.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• QiCYCLE: Main brand for electric bikes, e-bikes, and portable electric air compressors/tyre inflators for bikes, cars, and other vehicles.

Products and services

• QiCYCLE Mini Portable Electric Bike Pump Pocket-sized portable electric bike pump with 150psi max pressure designed for road bikes, mountain bikes and air forks. Includes 5000mAh battery, automatic altitude correction, 120° Presta/Schrader valve compatibility and 360° rotatable air hose; inflates 7 road-bike tires from 0 to 110psi per charge.
• QiCYCLE N3 Portable Electric Tyre Inflator High-speed all-in-one portable electric inflator with multiple preset modes and LED light. Wireless operation powered by 2x 2500mAh batteries. Suitable for balls, motorbikes, bikes and e-bikes.
• QiCYCLE P1 Portable Electric Car Tyre Inflator 3-in-1 portable electric car tyre inflator that also functions as a power bank and flashlight. Features 5 preset modes (Car, Motorcycle, Bicycle, Ball, Pro Mode), 150psi max pressure, 3x 2600mAh battery, USB-A power bank output, and 60-second quick inflation; inflates 18 car tyres from 2.0 to 2.5bar per charge.
• QiCYCLE A1 Automobile Electric Car Tyre Inflator Heavy-duty 12V portable electric tyre inflator for vans, SUVs, motorhomes and pickup trucks. Features 6 bar (≈150psi) max pressure, continuous operation capability, automatic altitude correction, 3.5m total cable length and 12V vehicle-outlet power.
• QiCYCLE Nano Bike Pump Compact nano-sized portable electric bike pump for bicycle tires with wireless operation and digital pressure detection.
• QiCYCLE 3PRO Portable Electric Tyre Inflator Professional-grade portable electric tyre inflator with 7 preset modes, LED light, wireless operation, 150psi max pressure, 3x 2600mAh battery and USB-C input charging.
• QiCYCLE C2 E-Bike (20-inch folding) Electric folding bicycle with 20-inch wheels, torque sensor, 8-speed gear, three-speed boost mode providing up to 60km range, IPX5 waterproof rating, automotive-grade BMS battery management, smart lights, folding headtube design, up to 120kg load capacity and approximately 20kg total weight.
• QiCYCLE F2 Electric Folding Bike (16-inch) Electric folding bicycle with 16-inch wheels, torque sensor, Shimano 3-speed transmission, removable battery, TFT LCD screen, IPX4 waterproof rating, ultra-light forged aluminum alloy frame, 100kg load capacity and approximately 60km range in 2nd gear assist mode.
• QiCYCLE T2 Electric Bicycle Premium electric bicycle available in 26-inch or 700c wheel sizes with electronic shifting (11-speed) or mechanical shifting (9-speed) options, long-lasting battery and ergonomic frame design.
• QiCYCLE Quick Release Valve Quick release valve adapter with lever-plug air chuck design compatible with QiCYCLE P1, N3 and Mini pumps, enabling easy switching between Presta and Schrader valves.
• Front Bike Basket for C2 E-Bike Removable front bicycle basket designed for the QiCYCLE C2 E-Bike with stainless steel construction, 15kg load capacity and dimensions of 35.9 x 31 x 20.7 cm.
• Rear Rack & Taillight for C2 E-Bike Rear rack and taillight combination for the QiCYCLE C2 E-Bike with aluminum alloy construction, 25kg load capacity and 840g net weight.
• QiCYCLE Mobile App Mobile application that connects to QiCYCLE e-bikes via Bluetooth to collect and sync cycling data including speed, mileage, heart rate and other metrics to the cloud for tracking and analysis. Connects to Bluetooth 5.0 heart-rate bands.
• OEM/ODM/Branding Manufacturing Service Original design manufacturing, OEM and branding/licensing service for companies seeking customized air pump or electric-assisted bicycle products, leveraging iRiding's IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001/14001 certified factory and 126+ patents.

Quantifiable outcome

• Inflate an empty MTB tire in 58 seconds (Mini pump)
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability2 records

Feature11 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ShimanocoreTechnology or IntegrationQiCYCLE F2 e-bike uses Shimano 3-speed transmission system for precise shifting. Partnership provides reliable drivetrain components essential to product quality.
• iRiding LaboratorycoreTechnology or IntegrationInternal R&D and testing facility. Provides all product performance data including battery life, inflation speeds, and range testing. Multiple proprietary technologies developed here.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Xiaomi: Xiaomi is both QiCYCLE's largest disclosed investor (2015 $200M valuation round) and its primary distribution partner via Xiaomi Mall, while also selling competing smart inflators and e-mobility products through its own ecosystem. Comparable because it sits at the intersection of investor, channel, and partial competitor in the same product categories.
• Specialized Bicycle Components: Specialized is a global premium bicycle and e-bike manufacturer with established dealer networks, competing with QiCYCLE's T2 premium electric bicycle. Comparable as an incumbent in the e-bike category where QiCYCLE is attempting to scale its premium positioning.
• Trek Bicycle: Trek is one of the world's largest bicycle manufacturers with a broad e-bike portfolio through its own brand and Electra. Comparable as a broad incumbent competing for the same urban and recreational e-bike demand, particularly in Western markets where QiCYCLE is expanding.
• Bosch eBike Systems: Bosch is the dominant supplier of e-bike drivetrain systems (motors, batteries, displays) used by most premium e-bike brands. Comparable because QiCYCLE's proprietary motors, BMS, and torque sensor technology directly compete with Bosch's component stack for OEM wins and brand integration.

Direct peers

• HOTO Tools: HOTO is a Xiaomi ecosystem portable tool brand making smart air pumps, electric screwdrivers, and similar compact devices. Closest direct competitor in the portable inflator category, sharing Xiaomi-channel distribution and similar product positioning.
• Brompton Bicycle: Brompton is the global leader in folding bicycles and now folding e-bikes, competing with QiCYCLE's F2 and C2 folding models. Comparable as a premium folding-bike specialist with patented compact folding mechanisms, similar urban commuter target market, and European retail presence.
• Fanttik: Fanttik is a portable inflator and consumer electronics brand selling through Amazon and DTC at comparable $30-$90 price points. Direct competitor in the cordless portable tire inflator category with similar target customers (car owners, cyclists, motorcyclists).
• ENGWE: ENGWE is a Chinese-founded portable/folding e-bike brand selling globally through DTC and Amazon at similar price points ($800-$2,000) to QiCYCLE's C2/F2/T2 lineup. Directly comparable in target customer (urban commuters, value-conscious enthusiasts), product category (folding electric bikes), and omnichannel distribution strategy.
• Rad Power Bikes: Rad Power Bikes is one of the largest US e-bike DTC brands with comparable product range (commuter, folding, cargo) and similar price band. Relevant peer given overlapping urban commuter/folding e-bike segments and competition for international market share.
• Aventon eBikes: Aventon is a US-based direct-to-consumer e-bike brand selling folding and commuter e-bikes at comparable $1,000-$3,000 price points through DTC and dealer channels. Comparable in product category, target customer, and growth-stage international expansion trajectory.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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