YADEA is a global manufacturer of electric mobility vehicles with a cumulative total of over 70 million units sold.
YADEA is a Hong Kong-listed company that is one of the world’s largest in the electric two-wheeled mobility industry, and develops and manufactures electric motorcycles, electrically assisted bicycles, electric kick scooters, etc. Since its founding in 2001, the company has sold a total of more than 70 million electric mobility vehicles, and is popular not only in Japan but also in European countries.
The company owns eight manufacturing plants and two research and development centers. It leads the electric mobility industry, having been the world’s top seller for six consecutive years between 2017 and 2022. It is also focusing on developing environmentally friendly technologies, aiming for a new future and society of safe and enjoyable electric mobility.
Featuring a unique multi-wheel tilt balance system! New electric three-wheel bike with two front wheels [YADEA, one of the world’s largest Hong Kong manufacturers] | Japan Mobility Show 2023The Japan Mobility Show (formerly the Tokyo Motor Show) will be held (open to the public) from Saturday, October 28th to Sunday, November 5th, 2023. A key feature of this renamed show is that it now invites a wide range of “mobility in general” rather than just cars and motorcycles. At the booth of YADEA, a major Hong Kong electric mobility company, two new electric three-wheeled motorcycles with two front wheels that use the company’s unique “multi-wheel tilt balance system” were on display. PHOTO/REPORT●KITA Hideaki YADEA https://yadea.jp/
YADEA KEENESS: 7,000 euros (1,111,040 yen, calculated at 1 euro = 158.72 yen) *Reference price in Italy (prices vary by country of release)
The riding position is ergonomic, comfortable, and natural. Two removable lithium batteries with a capacity of 72V 32Ah are used, achieving a maximum range of 129km (varies depending on riding conditions).
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The front and rear aluminum cast wheels are large 17-inch diameter and highly rigid, giving the car a sporty look. They offer excellent straight-line stability at high speeds and handling characteristics when cornering, making them suitable for a variety of road conditions.
The rear wheels are driven by a chain, providing a ride similar to that of a gasoline-powered vehicle.
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It has a rated output of 5.5kW, a maximum output of 11kW, and a maximum torque of 300Nm, and can accelerate from 0 to 50km/h in 4 seconds. It can climb uphill at an angle of 20°.
Yadea Keeness – Moto électrique 125 – nouveauté 2024
KEENESS is an electric sports model with a naked-style look, fitted with a bikini cowl (front mask + under cowl). Its excellent design is also famous for having won the Red Dot Design Award, a global German design award given to products that have had a major impact on the industry.
This vehicle, which has an engine displacement of 125cc, can be ridden in Europe with an A1 license (equivalent to a Class 2 moped in Japan, limited to small standard motorcycles). It has a top speed of 100km/h.
Motorcycle license classifications in EU member states
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| License type | Displacement/rated output (maximum output), etc. | Conditions for obtaining a license |
| AM | Up to 50cc/maximum speed 45km/h or less | 16 years or older |
| A1 | ～125cc/11kW or less (15 horsepower) or less | 17 years or older |
| A2 | No restrictions/35kW (47.6 horsepower) or less | 19 years or older |
| A | No restrictions | 24 years of age or older or have 2 years of experience with an A2 license |
The heavy electric motor and battery are placed in the center of the vehicle to promote mass centralization (placing heavy objects in the center of the vehicle improves driving stability).
The electric motor (mid-drive motor) delivers excellent power rush and controllability, and is positioned in front of the pivot of the rear swing arm to centralize mass (improving riding stability by placing heavy objects in the center of the vehicle). A chain system is used to drive the rear wheel, achieving a ride similar to that of a gasoline-powered vehicle.
The rated output is 5.5kW, the maximum output is 11kW, which is the limit for the A1 license, and the maximum torque is 300N・m. It accelerates from 0km/h to 50km/h in 4 seconds and can climb uphill at a 20° gradient.
The removable lithium battery uses two 72V 32Ah batteries, achieving a maximum range of 129km (varies depending on the driving situation). Charging is possible in temperatures ranging from -15°C to +55°C, making it suitable for use in a variety of environments around the world.
The vehicle is equipped with an Intelligent Battery Protection System (BMS), which uses more than 40 protective functions, including overcharging and over-discharging, to prevent battery deterioration and malfunction, significantly improving the battery’s lifespan and security level.
The adoption of BMS also reduces battery weight by 20%, while increasing driving range by 8% and significantly improving energy density. The battery also boasts high waterproofing performance, certified IPX7.
The car is equipped with a “smart energy recovery system” that converts kinetic energy from braking and going downhill into electrical energy and charges the vehicle while driving. This system contributes to extending the vehicle’s range.
The front and rear aluminum cast wheels are large 17-inch wheels with high rigidity and sporty design. They provide excellent straight-line stability at high speeds and handling characteristics when cornering, making them suitable for a variety of road conditions.
The suspension is robust, with inverted front forks, monoshock rear suspension, hydraulic front and rear disc brakes (with CBS braking system), etc. It also comes with a full range of equipment, including 16 liters of under-seat storage space, a USB charging port, a smart display meter screen, and cruise control.
YADEA KEENESS Main Specifications
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| Total length x width x height | 1,990mm x 775mm x 1,090mm |
| Seat height | 770mm |
| Seat length | 600mm |
| Rated Output | 5.5kW |
| Maximum power | 11kW |
| Maximum torque | 300N・m |
| maximum speed | 100km/h |
| Battery type | Temari Lithium |
| Battery capacity | 72V 32Ah×2 pieces |
| meter | 5-inch high-resolution digital |
| headlights | LED |
| wheel | 17-inch aluminum cast wheels front and rear |
| tire | Front 100/80-17 Back 130/70-17 |
| brake | Front and rear disc type with CBS |
YADEA Keeness: Entfessele die Straße mit Stil und Power!
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Add an Art Deco touch to your motorcycle with this unique scrambler style! The Tarform VERA electric motorcycle from Brooklyn, USATarform, an electric car and motorcycle manufacturer based in Brooklyn, USA, has announced the scrambler-style Vera, the company’s second electric motorcycle. The Vera is a highly distinctive model that combines a classic scrambler-style exterior with an Art Deco twist. The key point is that it has been designed with both street and off-road riding in mind. Reservations are currently being taken for the Vera, with delivery scheduled for 2025. It has not yet been decided whether it will be released in Japan. REPORT●KITA Hideaki Tarform https://www.tarform.com/
[FELO FW-06 Electric Motorcycle Test Ride] Cruise at 90-100km/h with full throttle. Press the “S” button for a top speed of 120km/h!FELO’s FW-06 sports electric motorcycle attracted a lot of attention when it was unveiled at EICMA (the Italian motorcycle show) in 2019. After more than 150,000 km of test runs to improve its reliability, it has finally made its debut in Japan. This report features its unique sharp styling and a riding feel that is one step ahead of its time! REPORT: YOKOTA Kazuhiko PHOTO: YAMADA Shunsuke
Electric motorcycle with a range of 357km! Chinese manufacturer “DC100” enters the EU market in earnest [EICMA 2022]The DC100, released by China’s DAVINCI MOTOR, is a powerful and sporty electric motorcycle comparable to a 1000cc gasoline-powered vehicle. It has a top speed of 200km/h, a 0-60mph (0-96.5km/h) time of just under three seconds, a range of 357km under WLTP standards, and a maximum output of over 130hp. At EICMA, the world’s largest motorcycle show, held in Milan, Italy from November 8th to 13th, 2022, the company announced its full-scale entry into the EU market. REPORT: Kita Hideaki, DAVINCI MOTOR https://global.davincimotor.com/
