The latest model of BMW electric scooter will adopted the i3 battery

BMW can be said fairly successfully market the i3 electric cars in the global market. Apparently, BMW wants to continue the success story to the electric scooter, the C Evolution.

The i3 models are manufactured by a four-wheel vehicles division under the 'i' series development teams which is known to produce environmentally friendly products. In addition to the i3, BMW also market the i8 hybrid sports car. While the C Evolution created by the motorcycle division of BMW Motorrad.

The latest BMW C Evolution electric scooter will adopted the i3 battery. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dvcme)

As reported of Autoblog, although manufactured by different division, it does not mean there is no technological collaboration. This is precisely what the newest model of C Evolution that will receive the battery inheritance from the i3. BMW Motorrad get the battery of 94 Ah which is also used in the new 2017 BMW i3.

The old version of BMW C Evolution electric scooter itself being marketed in several countries, mostly in Europe. With the new battery usage, the C Evolution scooter will have a cruising range of up to 160 kilometers on a single charge. Its coverage was not much different from the i3 e-car.

Its 94 Ah battery capable of producing 11 hp higher than that used today ie 60 Ah. So it becomes 26 hp with a torque of 53 lb-ft. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dvcme)

Although the battery was bigger than the one used by the current model of BMW C Evolution, but has a faster charging time. Its 94 Ah battery capable of producing 11 hp higher than that used today ie 60 Ah. So it becomes 26 hp with a torque of 53 lb-ft.

In addition, the latest model of C Evolution to be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show 2016 next month with the changes in the use of LED lights, reverse assist, and already uses the BMW's EfficientDynamics ABS braking system. Besides Europe, this scooter will be marketed in the United States, Japan, South Korea, and Russia.

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Another classy Italian board tracker from Medan

Wanted a custom retro motorcycle, had made Efisada Ray who originally liked to use the Vespa scooter is now a little turnaround.

"What is clear, wants to relieve boredom at Vespa custom modifications, and certainly want to be different and matchless," said the man who is familiarly called as Rey Bulang. Do not want too much trouble, this time the figure of the retro style board tracker motorcycle becoming the inspiration for his scooter modified project.

Another classy Italian board tracker made of 1980 Vespa P150X by CBR RPRS. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dNYth)

By taking the base of the 1980 Vespa P150X, he handed process of modification to a Medan-based modification workshop named CBR RPRS (in Jl. Sibolangit – Medan) to turn his scooter into a tracker board style motorcycle. The result of this modification is named 'Scootie Tracker.'

Almost all parts of the scooter disarmed and left the engine only. The modification process begins with the frame making of the tubular pipe size ¾ dim. To sharpen the concept of board tracker, do not forget the frame construction deliberately made rigid, plus the application of the wheels size 21-17 at the front and rear.

Detailed parts of Scootie Tracker by CBR RPRS. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dNYth)

Then, its fuel tank was uniquely crafted by hand from galvanized plate with a thin profile and long to follow the back-bone. To be comfortable while riding, it uses an intact mono shock of Yamaha Jupiter MX to handle damping of shocks when on the streets.

To enhance the look of the scootie tracker, is painted in black on all over its body. But there is something unique on the motorcycle, namely the existence of a 'Jack Daniel' bottle flanked by two headlights at the front. No explanation, it seems that bottle intended as an accessory to make gallant these motorbike.

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A classy board tracker made of the famous Italian wasp

A Vespa scooter has a very special value to users. Thus making them very inspired and admire the classic impression of this scooter. Well, in the hands of a modifier named Mujamil aka Jamil of Scooter Anak Rawa Belong (SAKRAL) who have unique and eccentric viewpoints in the modification has managed to create the appearance of a scooter transformed into a motorcycle with a classic board tracker style. So suitable called 'Italian board tracker.'

A classy board tracker made of 1989 Vespa Spartan. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dLqej) 

The concept is quite unique taken base of 1989 Vespa P200XE Spartan that originally carrying its engine on the right side. Instantly, the shape and characteristics of the Vespa disappear, because in addition to applying the large-diameter tires he also customize the chassis to rely on seamless pipes 2 mm thick.

Because the engine position has been moved to the front like the European or Japanese made motorcycles in general. So the modification focus is on the construction and mechanism of a new engine mounting at the same time technically processing the engine to be able to run smoothly and comfortably.

As the handlebar clamp that is attached at the bottom of the upper triangle and a unique flat tank hangs above the chassis of the classy Italian board tracker. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dLqej)

Its upper mainframe part is made very simple so that the board tracker impression exposed by using the telescopic suspension in the front taken from the Binter Merzy and been cut 10 cm. The mainframe using a round pipe which is curved to the rear end of the rear axle, making it look simple and clean.

As for the bottom of the chassis that hold the engine using a similar material to the upper mainframe. The pattern of the bottom frame is formed of a single front down tube that branches on the front bottom of the engine, so that construction be strong and secure. 

Its seat wear handmade double spring, because the rigid mechanism at the rear and a unique engine mounting of the classy Italian board tracker. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dLqej)

To model the engine mounting-made with three-point angle positions, such as the first holder in the bottom of the cylinder head. The second bolted firmly on the bottom cylinder while the engine cradle for three on the rear of the machine. This mechanism uses a metal plate 3 mm that are arranged according to the concept, so different in length from one holder to another holder.
The board tracker styled motorcycle is made very smooth with a touch of best supporting components. As the handlebar clamp that is attached at the bottom of the upper triangle. Including flat tank that hangs just above the chassis and single leather seater with a classic pattern as well as the double handmade spring, because of its rear wore the rigid mechanism.

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Odd looking scooter in inverted position

The modification is always demand creativity and high art, but for the true modifier motorcycle and course of his work does not extreme altered the functionality of the vehicle in order to remain safe to use.

May be in Indonesia only, the super extreme modification scooter like this. Well, a man who is estimated from the city of Medan, did an extreme modification on the scooter. Ie by changing the position of the steering wheel to the rear of the scooter, so it appears the Vespa scooter is being run backwards.

Odd looking scooter in the inverted position. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1dBIyQ)

From the pictures it looks, the owners have moved the engine to the front of the scooter, while the handlebar moved to the back of the scooter. Interestingly, the body of the scooter is not got a change at all, other than the change in engine position and handlebars.

This unique modifications themselves were busy discussed in social media. Known from one of the streets in the city of Medan had recorded this scooter when passing on the street. It is estimated that the motorcycle is used Vespa Excel that has a 2-stroke engine capacity of 150 cc. Here's the video below;

I thought this scooter is not eligible to be used on the streets, because because the position of the rider too risky and dangerous, so does not fit the rules as a vehicle that can be used on public roads safely. In my opinion that's the most stupidest modified scooters ever...! What do you think?

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Čezeta electric scooter ready to hit the road again

After receiving the 'new oxygen' from a British expatriate, Neil Eamonn Smith in 2012. Čezeta Motor s.r.o, the Czech's scooter manufacturer which has existed since 1964 (jump to previous article) is now able to produce a new scooter, ie. Čezeta 506.

Čezeta 506 electric scooter ready to hit the road again. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1cfHlL)

Čezeta 506 was developed in Prague are now ready to enter the production line and will be sold for the first time in October 2016, with prices in the range of $7,738 or equivalent Rp.101 million.

Čezeta scooter quite well known in Europe in the past because has a controversial designs such as "torpedo" on the front snout, and continue like that until now. Unless the petrol engine has been decommissioned and transformed into an electric scooter.

The electric motor that drives the scooter produces about 15 hp of power and its battery provides the mileage up to 100 km and a top speed of 110 kph, as well as claimed used the same technology as in Tesla.

Čezeta 506 scooter fully built by hand in a limited number per year. The unique shaped scooter used the wheels measuring 13 inches making it more stable also embedded the disc brakes systems plus ABS (in front and rear).

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Daimler seriously want to manufacture electric scooter

Did you remembered on the Daimler announcement about the electric scooter production plan in 2010 ago under the brand of Smart? There was a long development, now the certainty that comes after revealed the patenting documents of these products in Europe.

This is what Daimler’s Smart Electric Scooter would have looked like. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1bRklq)

This news raised hopes back, because after the announcement, no longer the valid whisperings. Although, in 2012, the company announced it will produce a mini scooter in 2014, and sell directly on the spot. (Jump to the article).

Then the news sank again. The problem was, Daimler already tied up in collaboration with the electric scooter manufacturer Vectrix for its development. However Vectrix went bankrupt last year, and was predictable, the Smart eScooter project being death along with Vectrix. Let's see the video bellow;

Like smoke appear without fire, the expectation was pushed back when the European Union's Intellectual Property Office (an EU's institute of the product patenting) issued a statement on Smart eScooter. The institute began to publish the design with the Daimler's approval.

Front and rear view of Daimler’s Smart Electric Scooter. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1bRklq)

From the illustration, the design looks very similar to the concept, although there are some updates. Such as, there is a telescopic fork, as well as dismissed the concept model was wearing a single suspension. So also in the back, seemed newfangled dual swing arm, wrapped electric motor with the Smart logo.

Top view of Daimler’s Smart Electric Scooter. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1bRklq)

There was a place to put the smart phone, not a display mounted tidy as the concept. Riders can use their own electronic devices to display information on the motorcycle. Nevertheless, remains there's a digital display is used to indicate the remaining battery life and speed. Other details, there are two piston disc brakes at the front, and some parts are considered to be more realistic for motorcycle production version.

Left side view of Daimler’s Smart Electric Scooter. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1bRklq)

Although already surfaced, PR Chief of Smart Global Willem Spelten said that the company is still hoping to find the right partner to develop this model. Therefore, the project was postponed once again.

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