EV.500 Moped Electric Bike Concept

Mopeds are the means of transportation for millions and are a hero of overcrowded cities in Asia. They are famous for their feature of escaping from the heavy traffic easily.

katalis, an Indonesian company designed a concept moped named as EV.500. It had been shown in the Indonesia International Motorshow in April but cancelled due to pandemic but it has made its debut online.

EV.500 Moped Electric Bike Concept

The electric vehicle is based on a completely dull moped which sold locally and named as Selis Garuda. The original frame and wing arm have been replaced with aluminium made ones and top to it the metal body is fitted.

“Mobility is not just moving from one point to another,” said Katalis’ Joseph Sinaga. “The journey must be a happy one. The EV.500 also offers a pollution-free riding experience, and helps protect the environment.”

Let us now look into most important, the technical terms. First of all, there are no modifications to the Garuda’s electric powertrain and the EV.500 is powered by the same tiny assembly that allows a range of almost 35 km (22 miles) and it offers a top speed of 35 kph (22 mph).

The company wants to launch this electric bike into limited production. When it launches the EV.500 will come with a more potent version of the said powertrain which improves the range and top speed of this moped.

Bajaj Auto & KTM to jointly develop e-mopeds segment

The Bajaj Auto and its Austrian partner KTM have included electric mopeds in their multi-product line-up. These e-mopeds will be manufactured in India and are exported to other markets.

The electric mopeds are light-weight and are powered by low power electric motors. It will be a commercial product which is expected to commence in 2022 in Bajaj’s plant in Pune. The Electric scooter and electric bicycles are already part of the project.

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