Maeving RM1S Review | Electric motorcycling with a cool retro twist ... and 70mph top speed!

If the revolution is to be electrified expect it to happen with a hipster flavour if Britain's first electric motorcycle manufacturer Maeving has anything to do with it. Having ridden its latest RM1S what do we have to look forward to - or dread - with the switch from combustion engines to electric motors? Join me for a ride around London as I attempt to find out!
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[@paulwilliams4984]

Just been considering one of these, so just a few comments - the model shown will be over £8k due to the paint option. More to the point however, I suggest those interested should download a copy of the owners handbook and check out rear wheel removal! Remember this has spoke wheels, so presumable tubed tyres, good luck should you get a puncture on your commute. Front wheel removal must be a doddle though as there is absolutely no mention of how to do this. Also mentioned is the low maintenance, however to ensure warranty, it still requires a 600 mile and subsequent annual or 3000 mile service intervals. I've suddenly become a lot less interested in this transport option.

[@vincentyoung8872]

I took a test ride on RM1S at the company base in Coventry and I thoroughly enjoy riding around the A & B roads and dual carriageway. I do believe it is capable of keeping up with traffic and I wasn't as worried about being on the RM1S compared to the limited speed of the original RM1. It's a cracking bike, suspension was a bit firm but apart from that issue I can't wait to take up ownership in the coming weeks

[@midlifecrisismotorcyclist]

Interesting, and thanks for sharing. I'll look forward to testing the theory myself in due course but that's good to hear. Enjoy the bike!

[@joelear2320]

Interesting insight. I am looking forward to hearing how the faster road experience goes

[@davidnewbrook8628]

@@joelear2320 had 73mph out of mine last weekend, but feel it’s more comfortable to ride at 60mph.

[@bena3turbo]

No re-gen is a missed opportunity

[@samueldowney2806]

Lovely, a neat little thing.

[@davidnewbrook8628]

You didn’t mention that the bike can be charged with the batteries in situ and that Maeving will be offering a type2 charger adapter later in the year, mines on order for delivery next week, will be using it for a Manchester commute.

[@Spazza42]

You could but the regular 3-pin wall charger would be far cheaper in rates.

[@davidnewbrook8628]

@@Spazza42 we’re talking trips further from home where 3-pin public chargers are like hen’s teeth but type two chargers are 10 a penny, yes more expensive, but the adapter opens up the RM1S useful range.

[@FlyingFun.]

Ok 70mph is more interesting to me now living up north and more distance in the rides with national speed limit this is now usable. 7.5k is a bit steep for given range imho but defo worth a look if i needed it for comuting .

[@Spazza42]

7.5k is steep IF you’re comparing to similar 125cc CBT legal options, it’s got far more drivability and acceleration than any 125 alternative. Charging from the mains is a massive improvement.

[@TomKru]

Thanks for the first good video for the RM1S. Do you already know when the video for the top speeds goes online? Greetings from Germany. My RM1S comes hopefully at the end of August.

[@midlifecrisismotorcyclist]

Congratulations on your bike, bet you can’t wait to get it! Meanwhile I’ve not ridden the bike on open roads yet but will book it in as soon as possible to make a follow-up video on how it goes on faster roads. Thanks for watching in meantime!

[@Lascts25]

Why would they use a hub motor?? Direct gear much more efficient no?

[@GI.Jared1984]

I like it

[@chitstirrer]

I'm 6'3" 190cm. Would you think the bike would fit me?

[@midlifecrisismotorcyclist]

It might look a bit tiddly under you I guess but, given it's part e-bike and part electric motorbike in the way it looks that may not be a problem. I guess try before you buy if it's possible. I'm about 6ft if that helps you judge it.

[@rossswinton5061]

flashing amber is pedestrian right of way

[@midlifecrisismotorcyclist]

@@rossswinton5061 I know, the beep was for the person who started crossing on flashing amber, not the ones already halfway across the road. Tho that obviously got confused in heat of moment and it all getting a bit ‘London’ - I was just conscious the person stepping off kerb wouldn’t have clocked my approach as they would if I’d been on a combustion bike. Per the Highway Code the beep was about making another person aware of your presence, not a rebuke. Tho in this instance I appreciate that subtlety was lost! Thanks!

[@sublimeister9630]

Nice design. What’s inside the tank?

[@midlifecrisismotorcyclist]

Whatever you want to stash there - 10 litres of storage space and a USB charger so enough for your phone, a lock and maybe a showerproof.

[@garywright4233]

It’s so cool, would get one tomorrow if the wife would let me.😂😂😂

[@ProphetAndLoss]

Mate, wrong way up a bus lane? Bell end 100%

[@stuartdagnall186]

It would be nice to be reviewed by someone experienced with electric motorbikes, and not just provide a comparison to petrol bikes.

[@ImawandererIroamaround]

Maeving operates in that grey “emoto” area, where their product is closer to an Onyx Rcr, Talaria, or Surron, than they are to bikes made by Zero or Livewire. If you want to see bikes that are in a similiar range of speed, weight and performance, but not enduro/ e-bikes, I’d recommend looking into Land Moto and their district scrambler, RGNT Motorcycles, and Old Soren Motorcycle co.

[@florinicrisan]

As a motorcyclist, I don't think the electric motorcycles are the future. At least, not with the current technologies. I would never buy a vehicle with a short range and pay a bag of money for it. All while accepting the risk of thermal rundown and a catastrophic fire, that will burn my garage and house. And potentially kill me and my family in the process. Motorcycling is about the freedom to go wherever you want. It is not about constantly checking your range and searching for the next charging station. Then wait for many hours for the battery to charge, to give you some meager miles.

[@midlifecrisismotorcyclist]

All about the usage case, isn't it. Won't work for everyone but as the short-range runabout in a fleet or for city dwellers it definitely works.

[@TheBermudabob68]

Can I also point out that ice engine vehicles are 20x more likely to catch fire than an EV. The scare stories are being put about by the fossil fuel dependent companies that are trying to slow down the fact that their revenue stream is going away.

[@Spazza42]

Interesting how you’re concerned about it burning your house down and killing you yet the inherent risk of being on a motorbike is just as likely a risk, it’s a bit tit for tat really. This isn’t aimed at motorcycle fanatics, it’s aimed at commuters wanting a fun and cheap option. An 80 mile range is more than enough for my daily needs, it’s not designed for 200 miles rides. You can charge this up plenty in an hour grabbing a coffee and enjoying life without looking at a clock.

[@stanblade7942]

It's super ugly and cheap.

[@sylvaind.6786]

Your opinion, not a fact

[@toughguy2186]

It is so annoying when so-called “ reviewer” telling me what am I seeing, what am I imagining, what is it look like… I AM LOOKING AT IT ALREADY !!!… talking about history that I couldn’t care less… dam… you guys are so annoying, if you love hearing your voice, then stand in front of a mirror and go blah-blah-blah, it would be less embarrassing and definitely less annoying 👎👎👎