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The Maeving RM2 is high-style electric riding with a few compromises
Mobility1 min read
The Maeving RM2 is a retro-styled electric motorcycle from the UK. It is very quiet and smooth, but it is not very fast and its price feels high.
A quiet retro e-bike with rough edges
The Maeving RM2 is an electric motorcycle with a classic British look. The reviewer found it one of the quietest and smoothest bikes they have ridden. It also has a clever fix for a common electric bike problem. But it has some rough spots, and its $10,995 price feels too high for what you get.
Key facts
- Price: $10,995 asking price
- Motor: 15-horsepower electric hub motor in the rear wheel, rated 193 pound-feet of torque
- Official top speed: up to 70 mph
- Real top speed in the reviewer's test: barely over 63 mph in the most powerful mode
- Weight: 320 pounds; seat height 30.5 inches
Where the RM2 fits
The RM2 is part of a new group of two-wheeled electric vehicles. These bikes sit between high-end scooters and entry-level motorcycles. They have bold designs but are easy to ride. The company, Maeving, was started in 2018 in the UK. It makes three models: the RM1S, the Blackout edition, and the RM2. The RM2 is the one built for two people, with a longer seat.
Why it matters
Electric motorcycles are getting more stylish and easier to ride. The RM2 shows that a bike can be very calm and quiet. But its weak power and rough ride show that style alone does not make a good bike. Buyers have to decide if the quiet ride and looks are worth the high price.
What to watch
- Whether Maeving improves the suspension and loose parts
- How the RM2 price compares with rival electric motorcycles
- Whether later versions add more power so the bike can carry a passenger comfortably
Glossary
- Maeving
- A UK company that makes retro-style electric motorcycles, including the RM2.