The 78th edition of the EICMA Motorcycle Show currently held in Milan, Italy is the premier gathering of motorcycle aficionados and manufacturers. Leading electric scooter manufacturer NIU has used the EICMA 2021 platform to make some big announcements. It unveiled several new e-scooters including its fastest e-scooter yet (the MQi GT EVO) and a hybrid model combining gas and electric power (the YQi concept scooter).
The lineup of models unveiled by NIU during EICMA 2021 also includes the RQi Sport, NQi GTS, and BQi KQi. These NIU products offer a good mix of options, range, efficiency, and comfort, in addition to competitive pricing.
The MQi GT EVO can reach a top speed of 100 km/h with a power hub motor of 5 kW (6.7 hp). It has two 72V 26Ah batteries that can push the e-scooter up to 85 km (53 miles) on a single charge. The design philosophy behind the EVO is to make it a fun bike right from stepping in and pulling the throttle.
The EVO can accelerate from 0 to 60km/h in six seconds, which is quite impressive. The e-scooter also features a keyless start, an electric anti-theft steering column lock, and sharing profiles to allow authorized persons to use the e-scooter without a key. The MQi GT EVO will sell in Europe for €4,999 and comes with three years of connectivity and app support services.
The NIU YQi concept scooter is a hybrid model that adds a gas-powered engine to the electric drivetrain. NIU hopes the YQi will help gas-powered bikes ultimately transit to electric power. A total of 14.5 kW of power can be generated between the gas motor and electric engine, with a top speed of 110 km/h. It will have a 150cc liquid-cooled engine and a 2400W mid-mounted electric motor. The combined power available to the YQi means that it can achieve top speeds and acceleration times at par with 250cc+ bikes.
The other NIU model showcased during EICMA 2021 like the RQi Sport electric motorcycle (with a top speed of 160 km/h). The RQi Sport is well suited for city commute as well as inter-city movement on urban highways. Pricing for the RQi Sport will start at €6,999 in Europe.
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