Spotted at the VMoto booth in the EICMA show in Milan, Italy is Malaysian motorcycle maker Modenas with an electric scooter (e-bike). This marks the first ever appearance by a Malaysian motorcycle brand in the EICMA show.
On display is the Modenas MEV-1 Pro, intended for urban use. In the display configuration seen, the MEV-1 Pro is dressed in Pos Malaysia livery, complete with large delivery box mounted on the back and wire frame basket in front.
The MEV-1 Pro is driven by a rear wheel hub-mounted motor, rated at 4.3 kW and powered by twin 60-volt 45 Ah lithium batteries that weigh 18.6 kg each. This is enough to drive the MEV-1 Pro to a top speed of 80 km/h while maximum range is 145 km at 45 km/h.
Modenas claims charging time takes 3.5 hours per battery and the batteries are good for 1,500 charging cycles. On-board charging for the MEV-1 Pro uses a 70.5-volt 15 amp charger using domestic current.
With a nett weight of 135 kg, the MEV-1 Pro is rated for a maximum load of 225 kg, including rider. Seat height is set at 760 mm and wheel sizing is 16-inches in front and 14-inches at the back, wearing 100/80 and 110/80 tyres, respectively.
Suspension is done with telescopic forks in front and single shock absorber in the rear, adjustable for preload. Braking uses hydraulic discs front and rear with combined braking system to divide braking force between front and rear wheels.
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