Husqvarna Reveals Vektorr Concept Electric Scooter
Thu, 06 May 2021
Production expected to begin in 2022
A mere 10 days after revealing its E-Pilen Concept, Husqvarna announced a second electric concept, this time an e-scooter it calls the Vektorr.
Designed for urban commuting duty, the Vektorr Concept claims a top speed of 45 kph (28 mph) and a range of up to 95 km (59 miles). Beyond that, Husqvarna provided very little technical detail. We do know, however, that the Vektorr was co-developed with Bajaj, which owns a stake in Pierer Mobility, Husqvarna’s a parent company.
Interestingly, there is no mention of a swappable battery, a feature found on the E-Pilen. Pierer Mobility, through its subsidiary, KTM, is part a consortium for developing a swappable battery pack standard with Piaggio, Yamaha, and Honda. Development of the Vektorr likely began long before Pierer Mobility decided to work with the consortium.
According to a Pierer Mobility report to investors, Husqvarna’s electric scooter will be a low voltage (48 V) vehicle with a 4 kW motor (5 hp), making it rideable with Europe’s A1 beginner license. Based on the claimed range, the Vektorr likely shares the same underpinnings as Bajaj’s Chetak electric scooter. The eventual production model is expected to be manufactured in India.
Where the Chetak has a very Vespa-esque look, the Vektorr’s styling follows Husqvarna’s design language with an emphasis on rounded edges and protruding shapes.
Pierer Mobility estimates the European market for motorcycles and scooters in the 50cc to 125cc performance range to become 50% electric within the next 10 years. The company has set a target of 2022 for its electric scooter to enter production.
With both the Vektorr and E-Pilen being designed for urban riders, Husqvarna is looking to expand its dealer presence in large metropolitan areas in Europe, with a focus on Spain, France, Italy and Germany.
The Vektorr wasn’t the only electric concept Husqvarna announced today. The sit-down Vektorr was joined by the Bltz stand-up electric scooter concept.
The Bltz Concept claims a range of 40 km (25 miles) with an output of 0.5 kW (0.7 hp), which Husqvarna claims will deliver a top speed of 20 kph (12.4 mph).
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Being late to the party seems to be Husky's new plan. And 28 mph in the USA = roadkill. It's hard to think that these ppl are even trying. Polishing plastic....collecting paychecks.
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Denchung on May 06, 2021
What makes you think the US is an intended market for this?
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Gabe Ets-Hokin on May 06, 2021
Because we're the middle of everything! Nuttin' else matters! Cuz' 'Mericuh!
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Geemy on May 07, 2021
I guess it's why there is so few people riding motorcycles, scooters in the US...drivers suck. It also means you're not interesting for manufacturers, and don't get the good stuff.
btw it's the same drivetrain as the Chetakn, which goes 70kph/43mph so 28mph is just for regulations -
Jason on May 07, 2021
I suspect the Vektorr is for the 98% of the global motorcycle market outside of the USA
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Jack Meoph on May 07, 2021
Did you mean the Chetak? And my Genuine Buddy 50cc was de-restricted, by removing the variator restrictor and the exhaust plate, which bumped it's output considerably.
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Jack Meoph on May 07, 2021
I get that it will never see the US. But where exactly is this going? It will carry a premium price so how many will they actually sell? It's a lame design exercise so Husky can put it's badge on something to fill out a vaporware line-up.
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Geemy on May 07, 2021
yeah I know my first two wheeler was an unrestricted 2 strokes monk nitro (same awe Yamaha arrow) doing 85kmh with just an aftermarket exhaust
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Geemy on May 07, 2021
with electric scooter the first stage of instructing speed could be even easier but then you are pretty much stuck unless you upgrade the controller
Laaaame, another 50cc equivalent waste of manufacturing? Wake me up when these things can compete with 150cc and 300cc scooters in terms of speed and cargo capacity.
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