Honda Motor has introduced its first electric scooter in Europe - Honda EM1 e:. The letters EM stand for Electric Moped
The Honda EM1 e: electric scooter was first showcased at EICMA last year and uses swappable batteries that make it easy for frequent commutes
The Honda EM1 e: e-scooter draws power from a 1.7 kW (2.2 bhp) electric motor and 90 Nm of peak torque
Honda claims a range of 48 km (Eco mode) in a single charge with a top speed of 45 kmph. With swappable batteries, the e-scooter is ready for another run within a minute
Honda Motor Europe will be offering the EM1 e: with lease, rental and subscription schemes
The Honda EM1 e: electric scooter also comes with a portable charger so users can top up the electric moped remotely between 25-75% in 2.7 hours
Other hardware components include 31 mm telescopic front forks, twin shock absorbers at the rear, and disc brakes with combi-braking system
The feature list includes all-LED lighting, a USB charging slot, 3.3 litres of under-seat storage, and more
Honda 2Wheelers India is planning to launch its own electric scooter early next year with swappable batteries