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The Uno, a motorbike created by 18 year-old Canadian Ben Gulak, is sure to turn heads. It appears to be riding on one wheel but actually balances on two wheels that lay side-by-side underneath the seat, while the rider steadies his/herself using footpegs in the rear.

Info/Images: gizmodo

There is only one switch on the bike, which turns the power on or off. Everything else is accomplished by leaning. The rider can shift move his/her weight forward to accelerate and lean backwards to slow down or go the other direction.

At 120 pounds, the bike would likel guzzle less gas than its full-size counterparts if petroleum were its only source of fuel. But as an added bonus, the bike is electric-powered. And beyond its eco-appeal and unique design, the Uno will likely draw attention for its style.

It would be neat to see one of these bikes in action, but I can’t even imagine the kind of insurance coverage that would be required to ride one of these things legally.