The Intellectual Property Office of Vietnam’s website has announced that Honda has registered the industrial design protection for a new electric motorcycle model. The image of this electric motorcycle can be found in Industrial Property Gazette No. 418 Volume A – Volume 2 of January 2023.
These images reveal that the registered design for the electric motorcycle in Vietnam is none other than the Honda Cub e, which was recently launched in the Chinese market on January 10, 2023. The Honda Cub e can be considered as the electric version of the legendary Honda Super Cub, which consumers have eagerly been waiting for.
Honda Cub e: (in the middle) launched together with Dax e: and Zoomer e: in the Chinese market
Unveiled in an online event alongside two other electric motorcycle models, Dax e: and Zoomer e:, the Honda Cub e: specifically targets young customers in China. While this electric motorcycle draws design inspiration from the Honda Super Cub, it also incorporates modern and contemporary features.
Honda Cub e: features a design that stays true to the Super Cub
As seen in the registered industrial design images, the Honda Cub e: showcases a simple and clean design. Additionally, the electric version of the Honda Super Cub features a single seat with a triangular design, similar to the type used in the Super Cub.
Honda Cub e: appears compact
Single seat for 1 person on the motorcycle
The Honda Cub e: features larger cast wheels compared to other conventional electric motorcycles, with a diameter of 17 inches. This distinct design feature is not only found in the Honda Super Cub series, but also enhances maneuverability for the rider. The front wheel of the motorcycle comes with a disc brake, while the rear wheel is equipped with a drum brake.
17-inch cast wheels of the Honda Cub e:
In addition, the new model from Honda is equipped with durable LED headlights, which provide increased visibility for the rider during night time. The LED headlight is surrounded by a circular LED daytime running light. The turn signals of the motorcycle are positioned on both sides, near the handlebars.
LED headlight of the Honda Cub e:
The Honda Cub e: is equipped with a digital instrument cluster, featuring an LCD screen that resembles the original Super Cub’s dashboard. This instrument panel allows the rider to easily monitor information, thanks to its strong contrast. Furthermore, the instrument panel integrates an automatic adjustable backlight that is connected to the headlight switch.
Digital instrument cluster of the Honda Cub e:
The Honda Cub e: comes with a wide footboard, accompanied by a steel frame specially designed to house the motorcycle’s battery pack. The Honda Cub e: utilizes a 48V-20Ah Ternary lithium battery pack, weighing only 6.4 kg, allowing the motorcycle to travel a distance of 65 km on a full charge.
Battery pack of the Honda Cub e: located under the footboard
Meanwhile, the electric motor of the motorcycle is located on the rear wheel, providing a maximum torque of 16 Nm and a top speed limited to 25 km/h. The motorcycle is equipped with pedals, allowing the rider to use them when the battery is depleted midway.
Honda Cub e: possesses a relatively low top speed
Finally, there is a feature that enables connectivity with the user’s smartphone. Through this feature, users can monitor the motorcycle’s battery capacity, distance traveled, and GPS positioning via their smartphones.
Honda Cub e: embodies a blend of classic and modern elements
In the Chinese market, the Honda Cub e: is available in 4 color options: yellow, white, gray, and red. The price of this electric motorcycle in the Chinese market is 5,999 Chinese yuan (equivalent to about 21 million Vietnamese dong).
4 paint colors of the Honda Cub e: in China
Prices of the 3 electric motorcycles Honda Cub e:, Dax e:, and Zoomer e:
In addition to the electric version of the Super Cub, Honda has also registered industrial design protection for a series of other motorcycle models in Vietnam, such as Dream, Scoopy, and U-Go.
Honda Cub e: may be sold in Vietnam in the future
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