Two Japanese giant manufactures collaborate in the development of electric scooters

Two of the largest motorcycle manufacturers in the world have agreed to make electric motorcycles together. And now electric scooter collaboration results from Honda and Yamaha will be tried to see and search its market.

Honda-Yamaha e-Kizuna, an electric scooter joint-development project launched in Saitama, Japan. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2tOqRqG)

The collaborative project of both manufactures has been ongoing since October 2016 and how the market response will be tested in a project called e-Kizuna in the city of Saitama in the month of September 2017.

The e-Kizuna project is a joint effort of both Japanese manufacturers to explore the global electric motorcycle market that begins in the city of Saitama. For that they are now focusing on the important function key such as reducing carbon emissions, the development of electric motors as the resolution of transport problems in areas with difficult access.

Through these project also, as many as 30 units of Yamaha E-Vino will be enabled in the motor-sharing system. And the Saitama people can use the unit as a rental vehicle for the purposes of their mobility. In addition, there are also units in some locations, and the batteries exchange will be provided in strategic places such as Shintoshin Saitama Station, and public parking areas.

The project is expected to provide new solutions to current industry issues and will be implemented in future projects. So that the electric scooter collaboration results from Honda and Yamaha will be really ready to be produced, of course with the latest technology of joint development result also.

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See the funny figure of Sqweeks

There's a new Autobot character in the fifth sequel of Michael Bay's directed movie titled Transformers: The Last Knight, named Sqweeks built based on Vespa VBB. The movie has been released since June 23, 2017 simultaneously around the world. Sqweeks play a funny role in the film about the battle between the robot formed by various automotive models. As already discussed in the previous article ie the new Decepticon figure named Mohawk with the basis of Confederate P51 Combat Fighter.

Michael Bay, Transformer director posed with Sqweeks, the new Autobot character, and Isabela Moner, the female lead actress on Transformer: The Last Knight. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2uuWkvb)

Role as a maid for female lead actrees, Isabela Moner to support the Autobot under the command of Optimus Prime against the Decepticon, who want to destroy human civilization on the Earth. Sqweeks is an Autobot figure formed from the classic Italian scooter, so that although the shape of a humanoid robot, but in some parts of the body looks rust. In addition, to support the body where one of its legs rely on standards as a prosthetic limb.

While the Vespa VBB which became the Sqweeks base is actually a classic scooter made in between 1958-1967. The VBB uses a single cylinder 2-stroke engine with a capacity of 150 cc. Prominent features are rounded and large side covers. Both sides of the side cover is equipped with aluminum list in the middle. However, the handlebar that perch its main lights tend to be slim.

Sqweeks is an Autobot figure formed from the classic 1960s Italian scooter Vespa VBB. (Picture from: http://bit.ly/2uuWkvb)

The Vespa VBB is a classic scooter production of the 1960s up already equipped 4-speed manual transmission. The main light was already enlarged but still rounded. The front fender is made of two sections that are united in the middle, so it is still clearly visible. Fender models that still survive to more modern products on the P series model produced in 1983's.

In addition, the VBB model is indeed the Vespa 2-stroke engine basis for the next 3 decades, including the ignition model with 3 coils stator. Now, Vespa VBB is still much sought after for its toughness, and many of it still can run on the roads. Because many of its components that can still be substituted with 1980s Vespa products. But the price after the restoration is fantastic, reach up US.$5,370 or about Rp.71,5 million.

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Scomadi continued to test their newest scooter prototype

British scooter company, Scomadi had introduced a classic-modern style scooter that uses an engine with a capacity of 400 cc. And the scooter prototype was introduced at the EICMA Show 2016, in Milan, some time ago.

A prototype of Scomadi's 400 cc engined scooter at the EICMA Show 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1gRsxk)

Its classic style seems inspired by the design of Lambretta scooters, while its engine seen similar to those used in the Suzuki Burgman. However, Scomadi will not market the nameless scooter in the near future. The company said the production model will be available in 2018.

"The latest model 400 will be available in 2018. The project is still ongoing with a prototype is created manually," Scomadi said in a statement, as cited again by Visordown.

Left side view of Scomadi's 400 cc engined scooter prototype. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1gRsB3)

Its modeling process by using the Computer Aided Design (CAD) and now the testing is still in progress as a transition process of the prototype into mass production. And the testing procedures were also done to ensure that the scooter is in compliance with Euro4 emission rules..

Right side view of Scomadi's 400 cc engined scooter prototype. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1gRsB3)

Scomadi itself is a joint venture of two renowned tuners, ie Frank Sanderson of Scooter Innovation Ltd and Paul Melici from PM Tuning. The company already has two classic scooter products namely Scooter TL50 and TL125. Both scooters are still use carburetor engines and newly met the Euro3 emission standards.

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The first autonomous scooter

Currently scientists are developing a scooter that can run alone with the autonomous tech. Yes, by using the same technology with autonomous cars that exist today. However, the use of autonomous scooter is still limited to certain places, such as at the apartments or golf area and not in the street with the complex traffic flows.

The latest trials show an algorithm that made by the experts were able to create a scooter running in the yard of the apartment. These vehicles can help the mobility on the apartment complex as from the lobby to the parking lot and so on.

The first autonomous scooter while on test. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fgYWz)

"We tested it in a smaller space," said Scott Pendleton, an expert graduate of National University of Singapore (NUS), as quoted from PIT.

Its design including software of the autonomous scooter is a result of the research colaboration between the experts of University of Singapore (NUS) with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) called the Singapore MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART).

Algorithms on the scooters allow these small vehicles to respond quickly to the changes that occur in the environment, including the road signs. Even if there are people who crossed the road suddenly and the systems on scooter are able to respond quickly. In addition, this scooter can also read the position of the car through a map of the building.

Meanwhile, Daniela Rus, an MIT professor said, if any autonomous vehicle uses the same algorithm then this could be an advantage. Because the system on each vehicle shall apply equally, including the cars.

"If you have a uniform system in which all of the same algorithm, the level of complexity will be lower as compared to heterogeneous systems where each car uses a different system. But therein lies the difficulty, because every of these technologies developers have different perceptions and thoughts. So it must be made a general consensus among the developers. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | STARTLR]

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The first electric-powered scooter of Vespa is revealed

At the 2016 EICMA in Milan became the place to debut the 'Vespa Elettrica.' Unlike other Vespa scooter products, this scooter was came as the environmentally friendly vehicles by using electric power.

Vespa Elettrica, an electric-powered scooter concept from Piaggio debuts at EICMA 2016. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fVk6I)

As quoted from Rushlane on Wednesday, November 9, 2016, the view of Vespa Elettrica draw attention on the event with a silver-plated body. The Italian eco-friendly scooters were given electric-blue accents in some parts of the body to show its identity as an electric vehicle.

Left side view of Vespa Elettrica Concept. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fVk6I)

Vespa Elettrica claimed as an agile scooter and easy to ride, so made its users will feel a driving pleasure similar as the gasoline-fueled scooter products. It will be a modern sporty scooter with an advanced electric technology, eventhough its charging time and cruising range has not been revealed.

Right side view of Vespa Elettrica Concept. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1fVjhQ)

There are no more details about the technical specification of Vespa Elettrica. The world's famous scooter brands under the Italian automotive giant manufacturer the Piaggio Group was only gave the information, that they will start selling the electric scooters in the second half of next year.
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Bazooka-armed military scooter of Vespa

If you are a fan of modifications, particularly Vespa, would be familiar with the Vespa 150 TAP model. These scooter is very famous in recent years for a Vespa modifications in design like a tank, or also commonly referred to as The Bazooka Vespa.

The Vespa 150 TAP is produced by ACMA (Ateliers de Construction de motocycles et d'Automobiles) in the 1950s and designed specifically for the purposes of French paratroopers called 'Troupes Aeról Portées (TAP).' These Vespa model was first introduced in 1956 and got an update three years later.

1956 Vespa 150 TAP. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ePmvK)

Vespa 150 TAP is designed specifically for an anti-guerrilla offensive operations in order to undergo a quickly ambushes action tasks. Therefore, do not be surprised if the distribution process in the forefront done by dropping these Vespa from the plane with a parachute. Vespa 150 TAP has always deployed in pairs, one scooter to transport the cannon, while the other transporting the ammunition.

Front three-quarter of 1956 Vespa 150 TAP. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ePmps)

At that time, the use of the Vespa scooter as a military vehicle was not without reason. Because the French military forces are in need of two-wheeled war vehicles are quite light and efficient in a variety of terrain and easily transported by using combat aircraft.

As a military vehicle, the Vespa 150 TAP is also equipped with weapons. Noted, weapons applications on this scooter bazooka-type under the name of M20 recoilless rifle embedded in the scooter deck. This weapon is claimed to be very powerful to conquer and destroyed the fort as well as armored vehicles such as tanks. Some sources even mentions if the weapon is capable of penetrating 100 mm thick steel plate from a distance of 7,000 meters.

Rear three-quarter of 1956 Vespa 150 TAP. (Picture from: http://adf.ly/1ePmz5)

However, unlike the tanks can fire ammunition while running, but the cannon on scooter can not be fired while still attached to the body. So, the cannon should be removed beforehand and mounted on a tripod.

As for the drivetrain, the Vespa 150 TAP carried 2-stroke engine, with a capacity of 150 cc. However, in order that the scooter is more responsive and agile, the application amount of secondary gear on the Vespa 150 TAP deliberately reduced compared to general Vespa scooter.

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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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