FELO, a Chinese motorcycle manufacturer, has launched its latest model, the FELOTOO M One, at the Tokyo Motorcycle Show. This new electric motorcycle takes inspiration from Honda's Motocompo, an innovative compact motorcycle launched in 1981 to provide a unique solution for urban transportation. The Motocompo was designed to fit snugly into the trunk of small cars, such as the Honda City, and featured a minimalist, boxy design with foldable handlebars and seat, making it portable and storable.
FELO has revived the classic design with a modern-day interpretation that is positively pint-sized, weighing just 37 kg (82 lb.), even lighter than the original Motocompo's 45 kg (99 lb.). The M One uses a tiny full-suspension frame and is powered by a 1,000W peak-rated electric motor, replacing the original 49cc combustion engine. The vehicle's 48V and 20Ah battery has a capacity of around 1 kWh, which the company claims is good for 100 km (62 miles) of range.
The M One's range figure implies that it may not be fast as maintaining an average speed of around 25 km/h (15 mph) would be required to achieve that range. However, the original Motocompo's top speed was also low, and it was not designed for speed. The point of a folding motorcycle like the Motocompo and M One is to have a small format vehicle that can extend your range without needing to drive your car.
The M One also has V2L (vehicle to load) capabilities, which allow it to run household appliances directly from the motorcycle's battery and inverter. Some may argue that the M One is not a motorcycle, but rather a scooter or moped. Nevertheless, it is one of the smallest electric motorcycles available, priced at approximately US $2,900. The M One will debut in China and Japan and is expected to be available in Q4 of this year.
Source: Electrek
