China’s cell phone phenomenon Xiaomi has started producing e-bikes. They are now in the process of crowd funding a 120KM range e-moped scooter for 2,999 yuan (around $450 USD). The HIMO T1 e-moped is expected to be available in early June of 2019 for the Chinese domestic market.
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HIMO T1 e-Moped
The reasoning being that with a 48 V battery the bike would need just a 7 amp controller to meet 350 watts. However, if it were equipped with a 15 amp or 20 amp controller it could reach a peak power in the range of 720-960 watts.
While the HIMO T1 is equipped with a working pedal chain it is obviously there for legislative reasons. Like most mopeds there’s very little functionality to be found employing these bikes in bicycle mode.
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HIMO Battery Pack
The 48 volt pack is equipped with a total capacity of 14000 mAh, with an optional 28000 mAh pack. The 28000 mAh pack can provide up to 120KM.
The current legislation in China sets electric bicycles to a max speed of 25 km/h (15.5 mph) and max weight of 55 kg (121 lb). Xiaomi’s specifications conform with these rules with a claimed 25 km/h top speed and a weight of 53 kg.
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HIMO Regenerative Braking
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Controls
The T1 is suspended with hydraulic front forks, and a pair of coil over shocks in the rear.
Over all this is an incredible amount of bike for under $500.