CFMOTO can now be considered an established motorcycle manufacturer in the European market. The partnership with KTM is growing, the models are well received, and the sports activities are also doing well. The Chinese manufacturer now wants to go further and shake up the European electronics market with the ZEEHO brand, founded in 2020. Are the products as premium as the manufacturer promises?
ZEEHO C!TY SPORT – the new electric scooter
The City Sport is the entry into the new brand. With a rated power of 1.8 kW and a maximum power of 3.5 kW, it is at home in the AM class – meaning the class of mopeds up to 45 km/h maximum speed. The low weight corresponds to this: this electric moped weighs only 80 kg. There are two driving modes to choose from during driving: ECO and SPORT. The modes differ in terms of response behavior and power delivery, which in turn affects the range. Speaking of which, the City Sport has a removable battery, which offers a range of 80 kilometers. Thanks to its 700 W charger, the battery charges from 0 to 80% in less than three hours.
The prices are also already known. In Austria, the C!TY SPORT costs 3,499 euros, in Germany 2,990 euros, and in Switzerland 2,990 francs. The prices do not include any discounts.
ZEEHO AE6+ – a compact scooter A1
The AE6+ is the younger sister of the Zeeho A1 scooters. Its compact dimensions and weight of only 96 kilograms are just two examples of this. Despite this, this small electric scooter can travel up to 100 kilometers – if equipped with two batteries. However, only one battery is used at a time. When the first one runs out, it is replaced under the seat. But regardless of whether one or two batteries are used, the 1.9 kWh batteries can be removed for easy charging at home. A battery should take just over two hours to charge from 20 to 80% of its capacity. Zeeho specifies the AE6+ with a maximum power of 5.5 kW. However, this is only released when skipping the ECO and Street driving modes and going directly to SPORT.
The communication need of ZEEHO may take some time to get used to, but it is charming. Whether it’s a turn signal, a mode change, or cruise control activation, vehicles from the Chinese manufacturer emit a sound. With its easy handling and compact dimensions, the AE6+ is particularly suitable for inexperienced motorcyclists or those looking to become one.
Prices have not been announced yet.
ZEEHO AE8 S+ – the top model
The AE8 S+ is currently a premium model from Zeeho. This can be seen by the fact that two batteries are installed as standard. Just like its younger sister, each has a capacity of 1.9 kWh and can be charged up to 80% in about five hours. The maximum power is 12.5 kW – significantly higher than the smaller model, which is also due to the fact that both batteries are always connected. The AE8 S+ is also characterized by Brembo brake calipers and ABS front and rear, provided by Bosch.
If you already ride a motorcycle and are looking for an electric extension for your garage, you should choose the ZEEHO AE8 S+. It scores points with a high-quality 5-inch TFT screen and a design that fits directly into the cyberpunk mold. On the road, however, it surprises with impressive performance values that seem to be from a higher class of driver’s license. The extra power also results in a maximum speed of just over 100 km/h – so it will not be an obstacle in traffic on country trips. In combination with the powerful Brembo brakes and good stability, the AE8 S+ almost exudes a touch of sportiness. However, like its younger sister, the storage compartment of this scooter is also relatively small – unfortunately, a sports helmet is not an option under the seat due to the batteries.
The prices: The scooter costs € 5,699 in Austria, € 4,990 in Germany and CHF 4,990 in Switzerland. The prices do not include any discounts.
