With environmentally-friendly modes of transportation becoming increasingly important in today’s world, the struggle to match the performance and design of existing vehicles is quite apparent.
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Japanese designer Kota Nezu of znug design has constructed the zecOO electric motorcycle which aims to satisfy both requirements. The special styling of zecOO comes from its unique engineering mechanics.
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For example, the innovative frame construction is designed specifically for the needs of an electric motorcycle, and the hub-center steering mechanism is designed to accommodate the battery’s weight, maintaining steer ability without changes in riding posture.
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Powered by an electrical unit from Zero Motorcycles, this low-riding, customizable machine is constructed out of sculpted aluminum blocks, carbon fiber attachments, and a sleek frame that houses intricate electrical components, which allow the zecOO to hit top speeds of 160km/h without having to change any gears.
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For zecOO we chose the most powerful motor drive that could be installed in the unique body.Reliable ZERO MOTORCYCLES power unit provides a maximum torque of 144 Nm, and since it is an electric drive, the acceleration is smooth and uninterrupted. With zecOO, riding feeling of a different dimension is born.
In addition to having a charge time of 4 hours, an innovative steering mechanism ensures smooth changes of direction without the rider having to change his/her posture. Made with the finest Japanese craftsmanship, only 49 units of zecOO Electric Motorcycle are available for purchase.
