EM1 e:, Honda’s first electric two-wheeler

2023-05-20 00:19:14

The EM1 e: is Honda’s first electric two-wheeler. The initials ‘EM’ stand for ‘Electric Moped’ (electric moped), which predicts a model that is directly aimed at a young audience looking for easy, fun and emission-free urban transport. It is compact, with a flat floor and a flowing style that marks the difference and its unique identity within the Honda range. In fact, perfect for short trips around the city and for trips to work or university efficient, silent and zero emissions, the EM1 e: perfectly adapts to modern expectations of urban mobility thanks to a total range of 41.3 km. Its maximum speed of 45 km/h.

The EM1 e: is conventional: the steel lower column frame, telescopic fork, twin shock absorbers, brakes, front disc and rear drum, are classic moped features. What’s really new are the in-wheel electric motor and Honda’s own Honda Mobile Power Pack e: battery pack, which can be removed for easily recharge at home with the specific charge unit.

The EM1 e: is fully equipped with a digital instrument cluster, high-quality switches, a large floor area, storage space under the seat and a USB charging socket. It also features passenger foot pegs, a rear carrier and a side stand for quick parking.

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It equips a Honda Mobile Power Pack e:, a swappable battery that can be easily removed from the EM1 e: for convenient charging at home. Operation is simple: the charger, which includes an air-cooling fan, is powered from a single-phase AC 100-240V household source and produces a maximum of 270W. The charger weighs 5.3 kg and the LED indicators show the charging status in 4 segments. The Honda Mobile Power Pack e: weighs around 10 kg and can be easily transported and replaced thanks to its easy-grip handle.

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From zero to max, charging time is about 6 hours; from 25% to 75%, it only takes 2.7 hours (160 minutes). Honda’s renowned durability means the Honda Mobile Power Pack e: can be charged more than 2,500 times.

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Under the seat there’s 3.3 liters of storage space, and on the left side of the front of the fairing there’s an inside pocket big enough to fit a 500ml water bottle; on the right a USB socket is useful for charging the smartphone. There’s also a handy bag hook and passenger grab handles.

A rear rack is also standard, while the passenger footrests fold neatly into the bodywork when not in use. And a practical 35-litre trunk and rear luggage rack will be available as optional accessories.