Electric motorcycle: Niu RQi goes on sale in Europe in 2022
Niu's first electric motorcycle, the Niu RQi, is expected to arrive in Europe in spring 2022. A launch that should start with the marketing of the entry-level version.
Nu's first electric motorcycle is long overdue ... Unveiled in early 2020 at the CES in Las Vegas, the Niu RQi was slated to start selling in late 2020. But the health crisis disrupted the manufacturer's plans. While supporting the launch of a new line of small scooters and the launch of an electric scooter, Nu has been very quiet about his electric motorcycle project in recent months. However, this does not mean that the project is canceled.
Citing multiple sources in Niu, Electrek points out that the RQi electric motorcycle will first be launched in China, where marketing should take place in the second half of 2021.
The entry-level version to get started
While Niu's first concept announced an electric motorcycle with sporty performance, the manufacturer should start with an entry-level version. Less effective, content with5 kW (6.7 HP) engine at a maximum speed of 100-110 km / h... Removable, the battery must be accumulative 5.2 kWh energy intensity (72 V - 36 Ah). She can offer 119 km of autonomy in the WMTC cycle, a two-wheeled version of the WLTP cycle used for passenger cars.
To indicate that it is Entry-level RQi does not exclude the arrival of a variation closer to the concept. Capable of speeds up to 160 km / h, it should be named RQiPro... According to Electrek, it will offer up to 32 kW of power, 2 more than the original concept.
At the earliest 2022 in Europe
On the international market, the Niu electric motorcycle will be marketed in a second phase. However, according to Electrek, RQi approval for Europe will take place in early 2022. Enough to guarantee the first deliveries in the spring of the same year.
As for prices, it is clearly too early to announce them. However, if he wants to stay competitive, Nu will have to cement his mesh on Super Soco bikes. Considering the declared characteristics, the basic version of the Niu RQi should be exhibited in the European market at a price of at least 5 euros. A case to follow!
