Honda Unveils First Electric Bike E-VO with 170 km Range

Honda launches its first electric bike, E-VO, in China, blending retro cafe racer style.

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Partnering with Guangzhou, Honda’s E-VO is sold under Wuyang-Honda, with plans for global expansion.

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E-VO features a round headlamp, bubble fairing, single-piece seat, clip-on handlebars, and bar-end mirrors.

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Powered by a 15.3 kW PMS motor, E-VO delivers 20.5 bhp on a forged aluminum chassis.

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Two battery options, 4.1 kWh and 6.3 kWh, offer 120 km and 170 km range, respectively.

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Charging takes 90 minutes for 4.1 kWh and 150 minutes for 6.3 kWh; weighs 143 kg.

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Features include a dash cam, TFT console, navigation, TPMS; priced at ₹4.39 lakh in China.

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