+VIDEO Vmoto has a brand new electric motorcycle that will go on sale in the UK this Spring. It’s called ‘Stash’.
Last year, the Vmoto Stash made its debut as a prototype and is now in final production form. It will go on sale with a launch price of £6,299 + OTR.
Vmoto has transitioned from the ‘Super Soco’ branding to wear the ‘Vmoto’ label, keeping all models under one banner
The Stash is a great-looking motorcycle, styled by Brit Adrian Morton, known for designs like the MV Agusta F4 and Benelli Tornado Tre.
Now the name. We’re hoping it’s because of the storage system between the seat and handlebars that’s big enough to hold a full-face helmet.
Beneath this space lies a robust 100Ah, 72v battery, with a capacity of 7.2kWh, powering an electric motor attached to the front of the swingarm and driving the rear wheel through a chain mechanism.
The motor offers a nominal power of 8kW (equivalent to 10.7bhp), making it suitable for L-plate riders as it falls below the 11kW (15hp) limit for 125cc learner machines.
However, the Vmoto Stash delivers even more power through its ‘boost’ mode, pushing the peak power to an impressive 15kW (20.1bhp). This added boost not only enhances acceleration but also raises the top speed from 68.4mph (110km/h) to 74.6mph (120km/h) for brief periods, facilitating safe overtaking manoeuvres.
Additional specifications include a total weight of 143kg, an impressive range of 93.2 miles (150km) on a single charge, a compact wheelbase of 1373mm, and a comfortable seat height of 830mm.
The Vmoto Stash also features a braking system with levers on both handlebars, like a scooter, eliminating the need for foot controls. This combined brake system engages both the front and rear brakes simultaneously when either lever is applied.
Both front and rear brakes are hydraulic, featuring discs at each end, with the front held by a robust radial-mount calliper. Furthermore, the Vmoto Stash includes standard ABS for added safety.
Equipped with 17-inch wheels, the bike features high quality Pirelli Diablo Rosso (110/70 rubber at the front and 140/70 at the rear) as standard for the first 40 available in the UK, and as an option thereafter.
Clive Mann, CEO, of Vmoto Soco UK, said, “We couldn’t be more excited for the Stash. This indicates a new era for Vmoto by bridging the gap between electric and ICE, providing not just high-quality but great value learner legal vehicles. 2024 will see huge pushes for us as a brand in the UK and worldwide, and this is just the beginning.”
