RM1S, Foto: Maeving
Names like Norton, Triumph, Vincent and Royal Enfield make the eyes of motorcycle fans shine. The British start-up Maeving takes up the tradition of English motorcycle construction and beams it stylishly into the sustainable electric age. The first model, the RM1, was the best-selling and one of the best-rated electric motorcycles in the UK in the last two years. All Maeving models are developed and built in Coventry in the Midlands, the heart of the British automotive industry. The experienced team of engineers led by Graeme Gilbert, formerly Head of Product at Triumph, has been responsible for some of the UK’s most important motorcycles over the last quarter of a century.
With the new RM1S model, which is now available to order, Maeving is now also taking off in Germany and Austria, making it possible for anyone with a 125cc riding license to enjoy noiseless, emission-free rides in and around the city. With less than 1.50 euros in electricity costs, they can cover over 100 km. The RM1S with wheel hub motor is also extremely easy to maintain: chain maintenance, oil changes and starting problems are a thing of the past.
The 7 kW electric motor achieves a short-term peak output of 10.5 kW, allowing it to overtake quickly on country roads. The top speed is 110 km/h and the maximum range of the two removable 2.7 kWh batteries (5.4 kWh in total) is around 130 km. The three driving modes – Intermediate – 75 km/h, medium power; Sport – 110 km/h, full power; Eco – 52 km/h, range mode – are valuable assistants for the most economical transportation possible.
The batteries of the RM1S can be removed in two easy steps and charged at a normal socket. Alternatively, the Schuko charger can also be connected directly to the bike to charge the batteries in the housing. The distinctive “tank” holds 10 liters of waterproof, lockable storage space. Even if the charger is carried along, there is still room in the tank – for example for a cell phone, which has a USB-C port. The retail price is 8995 euros including VAT.
