EICMA, Italy’s major motorcycle show, featured a series of electric launches focused on affordability. The new models ranged from scooters and utility vehicles to street motorcycles, with manufacturers positioning them as alternatives to petrol-powered bikes.
Zero Motorcycles unveiled Project Ventura, a lightweight, supermoto-inspired street bike intended to sit between high-powered e-bikes and full-size motorcycles. The company says it will offer more than 20kW of power, a sustained top speed of 65mph and an estimated real-world range of 75 miles. An A1-license version is planned, and Zero is targeting a price below $8,000. The company also introduced the LS3 scooter, which can reach 75mph in short bursts and has a stated range of 93 miles.
Yamaha announced the Nmax E, an electric version of its popular scooter line built on a new A1 EV platform. Its 7.5kW motor is rated at around 10hp, with performance comparable to the company’s 125cc petrol models. Yamaha estimates a range of about 65 miles from its 3.5kWh battery. The company also revealed the Xenter E, a battery-powered take on its high-wheel scooters.
ReBake, a new company established by Cake founder Karl Ytterborn, presented the Abler, a cargo-focused electric utility vehicle. Its aluminum frame supports accessories, and it will be offered in two speed classes, including a light-motorcycle version capable of up to 50mph. The batteries are removable, and ReBake is targeting a price of around €4,000 for the lower-powered model, with the A1 version expected to cost more.
Sources: TechRadar.