Building on the success and popularity of our XPv, Motorino electric scooters has introduced the XPr; the second MOTORINO to feature an elegant vintage aesthetic. It is slightly bigger than the XPv and it is designed to comfortably accommodate a rider and passenger. It has the same CCT driving system as all XP models; a drive system which for a second year since its debut has proved itself to be very powerful, efficient and reliable.
The CCT’s function is similar to the transmission in a regular drive train; only instead of teeth and pinions, the CCT uses transistors and logic gates. The CCT allows the rider control torque while maintaining the current drawn and consequently maintaining motor efficiency. By allowing the rider to control torque and speed independently, efficiency is greatly increased – high torque is not always necessary, but high speed is always appreciated.
Thanks to this unique CCT controller and its powerful brushless motor, Motorino XPr riders can effortlessly ride their bikes up the steepest gradients without draining their battery as drastically as with a regular driving system. You can travel one hundred kilometers with a dual battery pack without sacrificing torque or speed. The regenerative CCT brakes efficiently recover braking force, converting the bike’s inertia into electricity which is returned to the battery. When immediate stopping power is needed simply engage the brake handles to activate the powerful, self-adjustable hydraulic disc brakes found on the front and rear wheels. Both are equipped with ABS (Antilock Braking System) seen only on high grade motorcycles.
The most impressive feature of the CCT driving system found in the Motorino XPr electric scooter is its reliability. Geared motors are subject to friction damage and require frequent maintenance. The CCT driving system is completely solid state; the spinning tire and its bearings are the only moving components. The motor and controller are well sealed and resistant to corrosion and can carry a rider for several thousand miles without servicing.
The Motorino XPr, which has already enjoyed global popularity as a 150cc motorcycle now enters into a new age of practicality as a power-assisted bicycle. Incorporating years worth of engineering improvements in Greenwit Technologies’ CCT driving system the XPr combines the power and presence of a motorbike with the practicality and affordability of a power-assisted bicycle.
The Price: The 2009 stock version, which comes in choice of metalic burgundy, metalic navy blue or lime green, retails for $2,200. Motorino is a Canadian based company so you would need to locate a U.S. dealer. Go online to www.motorino.ca to find the closet dealer.
Technical features on the Motorino XPr include:
- Range – 31-37 miles (56 miles)
- Loading capacity: 265 lbs
- 500W 48V oversized high torque CCT brushless regenerative motor
- Charging time: 4-7 hrs with standard and 2-4 hrs with rapid charger
- 10” aluminum motorcycle wheel
- Tubeless all weather 3.5” wide tires
- Motorcycle grade DOT approved 8 layers tires with ABS protective shield
- Mechanical: front hydraulic disk brake; rear drum with wide motorcycle pads
- Built-in motorcycle remote alarm with immobilizer
- Locks on battery compartment and under seat storage
- Handlebar locking
- Lights: Head – high/low beam, direction lights, tail, brake – 12V bulbs
- Mirrors with built in direction lights and running lights
- Dashboard indicators: speedometer, battery capacity indicator, turn signals indicators
- Seat : Double seat 82cm above ground
- Storage: under the seat
- Built in remote vibration sensitive alarm with two remote controls
- Rain cape – poncho type with hood and window for head light
- Rain cover for the bike
- Shell: Composite ABS with two coats epoxy paint
- Frame: Motorcycle grade high tensile steel frame
- Hydraulic front suspension, 2 shock absorbers per wheel
- Safety: Side mirrors, side base turn signals
