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Caloi Is Bringing Back to Life the Iconic Mobylette, Now Equipped with an Electric Motor That Delivers a Range of 30 km
With a focus on sustainability, Caloi is bringing back its Mobylette, but this time equipped with an electric motor that can deliver a range of up to 30 km on a single charge. For now, sales of the model are only being conducted on the company’s page on Mercado Livre, but there is a possibility it will arrive at physical stores by the end of this month.
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30 km Range for Under R$ 10,000
Regarding the price, Caloi is selling its Mobylette with an electric motor for only R$ 9,199. The moped still retains a classic style, featuring a brushless hub motor with a power output of 350 W.
The vehicle from Caloi can be activated both by pedaling and by a throttle integrated into the display. For its range, the Mobylette features a removable 36V lithium-ion battery with 10.4 Ah. According to Caloi, its new version of the vehicle focuses on the new demands of consumers.
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Mobylette Can Reach 25 km/h
The vehicle is equipped with three pedal levels, allowing consumers to achieve a maximum speed of 25 km/h. The pedal levels are Eco, Mid, and High. The electric motor model from Caloi weighs 29.7 kg and is constructed with steel and aluminum parts, featuring a lowered design for easier mounting and dismounting for its owners. The electric vehicle also includes a horn, front light, and rear light powered by the battery.
Its tires measure 20 x 4.00 and come with a hydraulic brake with a sensor. With dimensions of 177.3 x 65.4 x 96 cm, Caloi suggests that users should be at least 1.65 cm tall to ride this model.
The new sustainable vehicle with an electric motor has a maximum capacity of 100 kg plus five in its luggage compartment and focuses on urban environments. Regarding the Mobylette’s warranties, the company offers up to 5 years for the frame and rigid fork, two years for electric components such as the electric motor, display, and battery, and three months for the other components.
Discover the History of Mobylette
Mobylette is a model that existed in France and was produced by Motobécane, making its way to Brazil in the late 20th century through Caloi. At that time, these mopeds featured 49.9 cubic centimeter engines and delivered only 3 horsepower.
Mobilete was a name given in the 70s and 80s to every moped sold in the market. The mobiletes were merely mopeds sold by Caloi, and a few years later, brands like Monark found the public recognizing their models by the competitor’s name, creating an iconic association with the term mobilete. Back then, many young people dreamed of owning a moped due to the lack of specific regulations for the vehicle.
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