If you have an ultra-compact scooter that can be folded up and stored in the trunk of your car, you will be able to greatly expand your range of activities even after you arrive at your destination during outdoor activities such as camping. It was in 1981 that this idea became a reality.
Released by Honda at the time,moto component‘ is a 50cc scooter that can be loaded into the luggage compartment of the hugely popular compact car ‘City’, and was created with the concept of a ‘portable bike’. The name comes from two words, “motor bike” (moto) and “component”, which were used in audio equipment. Although it was a commercial failure, its unique design and gimmick made it appear in manga and anime, making it a presence that is still talked about to this day.
Honda, the original company, announced in the United States on September 14th (US time) an electric scooter that resembles a motocomponent. that name as well”Motocompacto“is.
Photograph: Honda
When folded, it is 3.7 inches thick (approximately 9.4 cm) and resembles a suitcase, and is compact with a total length of 29.2 inches (approximately 74 cm) and a height of 21.1 inches (approximately 53.6 cm). It weighs 41.3 pounds (approximately 18.7 kg) and is equipped with a carry handle for easy transport. Unlike previous motocomponents, electrification has eliminated the need for large parts such as engines, resulting in a simpler structure.
By pulling out the handle, seat, rear wheel, etc. from this box-shaped state, you can easily transform it into an electric scooter. The sides of the main unit are pure white, making it easy to customize with stickers, etc.
Photograph: Honda
When folded, it is 3.7 inches thick (approximately 9.4 cm) in a suitcase-like shape, and is compact with a total length of 29.2 inches (approximately 74 cm) and a height of 21.1 inches (approximately 53.6 cm).
When put on the road, the maximum speed is 15 miles per hour (approximately 24.1 km), and the maximum driving distance from a full charge is 12 miles (approximately 19.3 km). When connected to a standard 110V household power source in the United States, it takes about 3.5 hours to fully charge. You can check the charging status and remaining battery level using the smartphone app, and you can also set the lights, driving mode, etc. from the app.
New solutions for urban mobility
The idea is for “first/last mile” travel, such as in urban areas or on university campuses. In the past, Motocompactos were meant to be carried in the trunk of a car, but the Motocompacto is now easier to carry, and Honda is promoting it as a “new practical solution for urban mobility.”
Motocompacto also offers related accessories such as helmets, backpacks, and apparel goods. If it becomes popular as a new form of urban mobility and a fashionable “foot,” it may become a sustainable extension of the “freedom of movement” that Motocompo once aimed for.
2023-09-16 03:00:00
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