Welcome to part one of Lycan’s “From Sketch to Streets” training & workshop series. This eBooks is designed to equip aspiring vehicle designers with the knowledge and practical skills needed to design and develop production- and commercial-ready vehicles. In Part 1, we will cover everything from market analysis to design fundamentals, ensuring that by the end of this course, you’ll be able to design and develop electric vehicles that the market both wants and needs.
 
This eBook for a diverse group of learners. Hobbyists will be able to expand their knowledge in vehicle designs. Aspiring vehicle designers who want to break into the EV design and manufacturing industry will find valuable insights and practical skills. Industrial designers looking to expand their expertise into vehicle design will also benefit from the training. Engineers interested in applying their technical knowledge to vehicle design will discover new opportunities to innovate, while entrepreneurs passionate about sustainable mobility solutions will gain the tools necessary to bring their visions to market.
 
Table of Contents:
I. Welcome to the Course: Introduction to Motorcycle Design and the Motorcycle Industry ...........p5
II. The Vehicle Design Process: From Research to Production ...........p8
III. Design Methodologies: Waterfall vs. Agile Approaches ...........p14
IV. Collaboration Between Designers, Engineers, and Marketing Teams in Vehicle Design ...........p18
VI. Vehicle Design Basics: Principles of Design (Aesthetics, Functionality, and Ergonomics) ...........p21
VII. Basics of Electric Motorcycles and Design Considerations ...........p40
VIII. Sketching & Conceptualization: Rapid Sketching Techniques ...........p130
IX. The Motorcycle Design Sketching Process (A Follow-Along Step-by-Step Guide) ...........p145
X. What’s Next?...........p154