Ovaobike reveal six-model vary as new e-brand hits Britain
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Sure, one other new Far Jap electrical bike model – however this time with a distinction. Taiwanese-built Ovaobike could also be new to Brit bikers however the present three-model vary boasting Brembo brakes and a claimed 80mph efficiency, with three extra premium fashions due later this 12 months, means we should always take them severely.
Ovaobike’s first mannequin is a 14in wheeled enjoyable bike accessible in three totally different 125-300cc equal varieties – the MCR-H, MCR-M and MCR-S, with ‘MCR’ standing for ‘Mini Metropolis Racer’.
The H is the bottom mannequin, with a 125cc-equivilent 9.1kW (12bhp) hub motor and 4.8kWh battery. It’s set to value £9250. The mid-range M and top-spec S, in the meantime, function a extra highly effective 17kW (23bhp) motor and twin batteries giving 9.6kWh, regenerative braking and a claimed vary of as much as 230km. The M’s priced at £12,550 with the only seat S £13,500.
In addition they function switchable modes, LCD dashes, high quality detailing and elements together with Brembo brakes and a ‘Turbo’ button which briefly boosts energy by 10% if there’s over 50% battery life left.
And three extra all-new, full-size fashions – the MXR off-roader, aggressively-styled CT-X scooter and retro-styled, 17in wheeled CR-21 café racer – are anticipated this 12 months.
The bikes are being introduced into the UK by the brand new Rainbow Electrical Motorcycle Firm arrange in Devon by Ian Johnson and accomplice Christine. Ian is a Ducati fan and the pair have been searching for a brand new alternative after their caravan enterprise was hit by Covid. The agency may even be retailing bikes from a brand new showroom in Ashburton, close to Newton Abbot. Two demo bikes are already accessible with extra imminent.