Electric maxi for launch soon
The first of what could be a new generation of electric scooters and motorcycles is to be launched during the international show season this October, and in Australia some time next year.Vectrix, headquartered on Rhode Island in the USA, is releasing a 250 max-sized scooter, with a maximum claimed speed of 100km/h and 0 to 80km/h time of 6.8 seconds. The company says it has approximately five hours of endurance in city traffic, or a range of about 110km.
Recharging is via a normal wall socket, with the 125 volt set-up taking two hours to achieve an 80 per cent recharge.
The 27 horsepower machine weighs 198kg dry and comes with a two-year warranty.
It comes equipped with Bluetooth communication.
The company claims the scooter will cost a little more than a conventional 250 maxi but, because of the low servicing requirements, will be cheaper to own over time.
Vectrix Australia CEO Charles Mann has been working on setting up a dealer network, and recently told Australian Motorcycle News, "We're looking at a plug and go purchase deal, like buying a mobile phone." The company is also hoping for some tax or price relief for its products, given their environmentally-friendly credentials.
Future plans include a light scooter, a three-wheeled version (like the Piaggio MP3) plus a small sports bike. See www.vectrixusa.com.
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