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The Maeving RM1S ($8,995) is inspired by boardtrack racers from the 1920s. It’s a simple design, but also one that grabs your attention.
The Maeving RM1S ($8,995) is inspired by boardtrack racers from the 1920s. It’s a simple design, but also one that grabs your attention. (Jeff Allen/)Look closely at the RM1S and you’ll notice significant attention to detail. Batteries lay flat in the larger center compartment.
Look closely at the RM1S and you’ll notice significant attention to detail. Batteries lay flat in the larger center compartment. (Jeff Allen/)Dual 2.7kWh batteries weigh 36 pounds each and can be easily removed for remote charging. The batteries have a 30 percent larger capacity than those in the lower-tier RM1 ($6,495), mostly thanks to larger-format cells. You can ride with just one battery in the compartment, though performance is reduced.
Dual 2.7kWh batteries weigh 36 pounds each and can be easily removed for remote charging. The batteries have a 30 percent larger capacity than those in the lower-tier RM1 ($6,495), mostly thanks to larger-format cells. You can ride with just one battery in the compartment, though performance is reduced. (Jeff Allen/)Batteries lay flat in the front compartment, while other electrical equipment is housed in the reward box. High-voltage wires run through the steel-braided hose. Notice the incredibly simple footpeg hanger.
Batteries lay flat in the front compartment, while other electrical equipment is housed in the reward box. High-voltage wires run through the steel-braided hose. Notice the incredibly simple footpeg hanger. (Jeff Allen/)The RM1S is powered by a rear hub-mounted motor providing 7.0kW continuous power and 11.1kW peak power. An advantage of this system is reduced weight and complexity thanks to the removal of a traditional chain-type drivetrain.
The RM1S is powered by a rear hub-mounted motor providing 7.0kW continuous power and 11.1kW peak power. An advantage of this system is reduced weight and complexity thanks to the removal of a traditional chain-type drivetrain. (Jeff Allen/)Got storage? The faux tank on the RM1S offers 2.6 gallons of open space for personal items or for carrying the battery charger.
Got storage? The faux tank on the RM1S offers 2.6 gallons of open space for personal items or for carrying the battery charger. (Jeff Allen/)Narrow, 19-inch wheels and a light 293-pound curb weight means the RM1S is nimble and fun to ride on roads outside of the downtown city grid.
Narrow, 19-inch wheels and a light 293-pound curb weight means the RM1S is nimble and fun to ride on roads outside of the downtown city grid. (Jeff Allen/)The RM1S is sized like a 125cc streetbike, but is also exceptionally narrow, which makes it approachable to new riders.
The RM1S is sized like a 125cc streetbike, but is also exceptionally narrow, which makes it approachable to new riders. (Jeff Allen/)Picture walking down to the parking garage, charged batteries in hand, and this sitting at the ready. It’s enough to get you excited about the commute.
Picture walking down to the parking garage, charged batteries in hand, and this sitting at the ready. It’s enough to get you excited about the commute. (Jeff Allen/)An analog display makes sure the bike doesn’t look “too modern,” but actually requires a bit of development. The LCD panel in the bottom right provides pertinent information while riding, even if it’s a bit dimly lit.
An analog display makes sure the bike doesn’t look “too modern,” but actually requires a bit of development. The LCD panel in the bottom right provides pertinent information while riding, even if it’s a bit dimly lit. (Jeff Allen/)RM1S can be charged with batteries in the bike by plugging directly into this port on the rearward compartment.
RM1S can be charged with batteries in the bike by plugging directly into this port on the rearward compartment. (Jeff Allen/)Linked brakes offer plenty of power for getting the RM1S slowed down.
Linked brakes offer plenty of power for getting the RM1S slowed down. (Jeff Allen/)Ready to ride.
Ready to ride. (Jeff Allen/)Safe to say that Maeving knows how to pick a good color. Style is Maeving’s thing.
Safe to say that Maeving knows how to pick a good color. Style is Maeving’s thing. (Jeff Allen/)Notice gussets for the main frame. Chassis is well engineered and offers great road feedback, despite the simple design.
Notice gussets for the main frame. Chassis is well engineered and offers great road feedback, despite the simple design. (Jeff Allen/)Even the logos look stylish.
Even the logos look stylish. (Jeff Allen/)Wire-spoked wheels and a hub-mounted motor are a combo you don’t see often. If ever.
Wire-spoked wheels and a hub-mounted motor are a combo you don’t see often. If ever. (Jeff Allen/)Dual 2.7kWh batteries weigh 36 pounds each and can be easily removed for remote charging.
Dual 2.7kWh batteries weigh 36 pounds each and can be easily removed for remote charging. (Jeff Allen/)Accessory K-Tech shocks will be available for the RM1S.
Accessory K-Tech shocks will be available for the RM1S. (Jeff Allen/)LED lighting offsets the Maeving’s retro look to give the design balance.
LED lighting offsets the Maeving’s retro look to give the design balance. (Jeff Allen/)Maeving will offer an accessory roll-top bag that can be mounted to the left side of the bike.
Maeving will offer an accessory roll-top bag that can be mounted to the left side of the bike. (Jeff Allen/)Attention to detail is obvious.
Attention to detail is obvious. (Jeff Allen/)Getting ready to ride is as simple as clicking D (Drive) and twisting the throttle.
Getting ready to ride is as simple as clicking D (Drive) and twisting the throttle. (Jeff Allen/)Unlock button opens the storage box door, as well as the battery compartment door.
Unlock button opens the storage box door, as well as the battery compartment door. (Jeff Allen/)Upgraded carbon fiber fenders are unnecessary, but a nice touch.
Upgraded carbon fiber fenders are unnecessary, but a nice touch. (Jeff Allen/)Mmm, carbon fiber.
Mmm, carbon fiber. (Jeff Allen/)Maeving is proud of its British roots. As it should be—a lot of great motorcycles have come from the same shores over the years. Maeving’s approach is a bit different, of course.
Maeving is proud of its British roots. As it should be—a lot of great motorcycles have come from the same shores over the years. Maeving’s approach is a bit different, of course. (Jeff Allen/)You won’t exactly be hunting for remote canyon roads, but it’s possible to have a little fun if your commute includes a few twisty corners.
You won’t exactly be hunting for remote canyon roads, but it’s possible to have a little fun if your commute includes a few twisty corners. (Jeff Allen/)The RM1S design is definitely unique in today’s world. That said, the stylish design makes sense when compared to aggressively designed electric options like Kawasaki’s Z e-1 and Ninja e-1.
The RM1S design is definitely unique in today’s world. That said, the stylish design makes sense when compared to aggressively designed electric options like Kawasaki’s Z e-1 and Ninja e-1. (Jeff Allen/)The lack of regenerative braking and engine-braking means the RM1S rolls quickly and easily into corners. It’s a unique feeling, but one that you quickly get used to.
The lack of regenerative braking and engine-braking means the RM1S rolls quickly and easily into corners. It’s a unique feeling, but one that you quickly get used to. (Jeff Allen/)High-voltage wiring is run through steel-braided hose.
High-voltage wiring is run through steel-braided hose. (Jeff Allen/)

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