Swedish electric motorbike manufacturer Cake has launched a new moped. Available in 25km/h and 45km/h versions, the Makka is being pitched as a practical urban vehicle suitable for carrying goods or passengers.
First things first, it’s worth pointing out that neither version of the Makka meets the requirements to be considered an electrically-assisted pedal cycle (EAPC) in the UK.
While the 25km/h limit of the Makka Range seemingly puts it in that area, the 1.8kW motor far exceeds the 250W maximum stipulated in law and it also doesn’t have pedals.
That makes it a motor vehicle and means you would need to get it registered, taxed and insured.
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The Makka Flex has an even more powerful 3.6kW motor but its 45km/h limit means it too can be ridden with an AM licence, the same as for a 50cc moped.
The Flex offers 31 miles of range versus 37 for the Range.
Despite its pared-back looks, the Makka actually weighs 65kg (11kg of which is the 1.5 kWh battery). Nevertheless, there’s a distinctly e-cargo bike feel about the way it’s been put together.
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It’s available with a range of different cargo-carrying accessories, including baskets, child seats, bags, boxes and passenger seats.
“With cities and mobility changing faster than expected with cleaner and more efficient solutions, we have been eager to share the Makka,” said Cake founder and CEO Stefan Ytterborn, describing the vehicles as, “an urban short-haul vessel, compact in size and price.”
Prices start at €3,800 with shipping to begin early next year.
