British electric bike maker Maeving has extended its range, with a higher performance RM1S version of its lightweight RM1.
The RM1 is essentially a moped-level machine in terms of performance, but the new S version features an upgraded Bosch hub motor and powertrain which gives a 65mph top speed, and a peak power output of 14hp – so owners only need a CBT to ride legally. The two removable 2.6kWh battery packs have a 30% increase in capacity, providing a claimed range of 80 miles, making the RM1S a decent proposition for medium-distance commuters in both urban and rural areas.
The basic RM1 styling remains in place, with a bobber-style seat, 19in wheels, and a lockable storage space in the ‘fuel tank’ area. The S also features special edition paint schemes, weighs in at a skinny 130kg, and has an uprated front brake with a 300mm disc and triple-piston caliper.
Maeving co-founder Will Stirrup said: “The RM1S is the bike we have been asked over and over to build by those riders who want a zero-emissions motorcycle that looks like an RM1 but is capable of highway speeds. We’ve worked extremely hard to ensure that everything that has made the RM1 so popular with our customers is carried over to the new RM1S, whilst delivering the greater performance that will mean it can be used in a much wider variety of uses.
“The original Maeving RM1 has been a huge success, and for many riders who stay within inner city limits, it will remain the perfect motorcycle. Adding the RM1S to the collection provides an electric motorcycle for those that need to cover wider geographies at higher speeds.”
Maeving says it sold all of the first 100 RM1S models within hours of release. The firm is now working on a second batch of 100 bikes for delivery in April 2024.
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