Honda EM1 e:, the first electric and youth scooter of the Japanese brand [PHOTO]

Honda EM1 e: it is the first electric scooter from the historic Japanese manufacturer. A vehicle for the European context and designed for young people passionate about sustainable mobility. A compact scooter, characterized by a slim and minimalist design, as well as equipped with an electric motor in the wheel hub and a removable battery pack.

Design, features and concept

Designed to be immediately identifiable among other scooters powered by internal combustion engines, the new Honda EM1 e: it is recognizable by the fusion of rounded and compact features that define the front part, compared to drier and more sculpted lines, visible in the rear area. The vehicle is combined with three colors: Digital Silver Metallic, Matte Ballistic Black Metallic e Pearl Sunbeam White. The LED lighting design is equally distinctive and the entire electrical system is powered by a 12 V battery. It features a digital dashboard on which various information is visible, including the percentage of remaining charge. Also of note: a USB socket for charging your smartphone, a hook for hanging a bag and handles for the passenger.
There is a space in the area under the saddle 3,3 liters and on the left side of the fairing another internal compartment, large enough to store a half-litre bottle of water. Among the standard elements there is also a rear luggage rack and there are passenger footrests that can be folded.
Among the accessories, however, a larger rear luggage rack and a 35-litre top box are available.
The abbreviation "EM" indicates Electric Moped, referring to the electric moped. A model designed for urban mobility and aimed at a young and dynamic audience. The first electric two-wheeled model signed by Honda for the European market, following the company plan announced in September 2022 which envisages the introduction of at least 2025 electric models globally by 10. A first step for the brand in view of achieving "carbon neutrality" for the entire range of motorcycles and scooters within the decade 2040-2050, as mentioned.

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Technical aspects

The scooter is equipped with a conventional frame made up of a lightweight and resistant single-beam tubular structure. As mentioned, its dimensions are compact, given a length of 1.860 millimeters and a wheelbase of 1.300 mm. The inclination of the steering head reaches 27° and the trail is 77 mm.
The saddle height is also low 740 mm, as are the ground clearance of 135 mm and the weight of 95 kg, battery included. Together with the frame there is a telescopic fork with 31 mm stanchions and a double shock absorber at the rear. The braking system includes a front disc solution with a 190 mm single-piston caliper and a 110 mm drum at the rear, associated with a combined braking system (CBS). By acting on the rear brake, the CBS distributes the braking power to the front caliper.
The picture is completed by a cast aluminum front wheel and another aluminium/steel composite rear wheel, which fit 90/90-12" and 100/90-10" tyres, respectively.

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Motor and battery

The new Honda EM1 e: presents a electric motor in the wheel hub and an exclusive Honda Mobile Power Pack and:, which can be removed to be recharged elsewhere.
The electric thruster in the wheel hub has a nominal power of 0,58 kW with a peak of 1,7 kW. In ECON mode, the power is set at 0,86 kW. The scooter can reach a maximum speed of 45 km/h, as the 50 cc examples can do; Furthermore, it manages to disengage even on a 10° difference in altitude while carrying a weight of 75 kg, according to the information released. The ECON mode makes the accelerator response fluid and attenuates the maximum speed, projecting the autonomy to approximately 48,0 km, always considering the indications provided.
The vehicle is powered by the Honda Mobile Power Pack and: 50V, made by Honda and designed to withstand various levels of humidity and different temperatures, as well as shock and vibration. A single charge, under Honda's internal testing conditions, delivered a range of 41,3 km or, an estimated 48 km in ECON mode (30 km in WMTC Class 1 test conditions). The Honda Mobile Power Pack e system: can be removed from the vehicle to be recharged for example at home, weighs approximately 10 kg and its transport is facilitated by a handle. The battery charger, complete with air cooling fan, weighs 5,3 kg and is equipped with a 100-240 V AC single-phase domestic socket. Produces a maximum of 270W.
The charging status is indicated by an LED indicator made up of 4 segments.
A complete charging time is reported in approximately 6 hours, however to reach 75% charging from a percentage of 25% 2,7 hours or 160 minutes are needed, according to the indications.

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Availability

A new sales method is also highlighted. The specimen Honda EM1 e: will be offered on a leasing, rental or subscription basis, depending on the country. The electric scooter will arrive in Italy from this summer at economic conditions announced ahead of the launch.