Affordable e-motorbike launches in UK

A new zero-emission, crowd funded electric motorbike has officially launched in the UK and its developers expect it to reinvent British urban mobility. The Super Soco has been specifically developed to revitalise urban mobility and commuting while reducing emissions and noise pollution. The new e-motorbikes, designed and manufactured in China, are the result of a joint venture between Australian electric scooter company V-Moto and a US$15 million Chinese crowd funded project. The bikes combine the latest
July 21, 2017 Read time: 2 mins

A new zero-emission, crowd funded electric motorbike has officially launched in the UK and its developers expect it to reinvent British urban mobility.

The Super Soco has been specifically developed to revitalise urban mobility and commuting while reducing emissions and noise pollution. The new e-motorbikes, designed and manufactured in China, are the result of a joint venture between Australian electric scooter company V-Moto and a US$15 million Chinese crowd funded project.

The bikes combine the latest zero-emission electric scooter technology with the sleek design and striking visuals of a motorbike, making the Super Soco the perfect option for urban riders and commuters looking for fast, fun and emission-free mobility.

Super Soco features include keyless start, anti-theft alarm and wheel locking, lightweight carbon steel mainframe and intelligent LED speedometer.

A removable lithium battery (which can be recharged at any domestic 13amp socket or at on-street chargers) and a rear wheel-integrated 311 Bosch motor combine to help provide improved pick-up and acceleration compared to petrol 50cc bikes. The machine is set to a restricted maximum speed of 28mph and is able to travel approximately 40 miles per charge with maximum torque of 120NM.

Costing US$3,052 (£2,349), inclusive of VAT and government grant, the bikes are being sold nationwide in key cities including London, Manchester and Birmingham.

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