The XITE Electric Scooter is planned for launch in UK market in February '09 although it was launched a year ago in India and is currently being used on the road here.The XITE scooter is the smart choice for commuters, city dwellers, fleet operators, delivery services, and municipalities. Its fun to ride, easy to operate, cheap to run, quiet, and helps your city and the planet - all at the same time. It’s the electric vehicle to solve today’s transportation and environmental problems.
The Scooter has a top speed of around 30mph and a range of 30-35 miles and can take two people with luggage space. The maximum motor output 1.852 KW. Road speed 27.8 mph and power engine speed 595 rpm. The XITE-scooterette redefines electric vehicle performance.
It comes with a manufacturer's warranty for 1 year which covers mechanical parts and 6 months covering electrical parts including Battery (Sealed Lead Acid or Silicon Gel pack). A service check-up once in 6 months is recommended. The battery life depends on the degree of discharge, for example, if the battery is always allowed to fully discharge its life cycle would reach to 108 times; however if the battery is charged when only 30 percent of the current is discharged, its life cycle will reach to 1000 times. The brushless DC electric motor is swing-arm mounted, The own designed motor controller and Green saver Batteries 48-volt, 27 Ah, 1kW-h Silicon battery pack further optimizes performance. A fully discharged battery will recharge to 80% capacity is less than 8 hours.
While outwardly similar to a petrol scooter/motorcycle, the XITE scooter is completely different in almost every respect. The innovative design of the XITE scooter focuses on achieving extended range, high performance, minimal maintenance, reduced production costs, and zero emissions.
The projected introductory offer price should not exceed £900-£1000.
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