Xiaomi has put a new product up for
crowdfunding on its Youpin platform that launched the HIMO Z116 folding
electric bicycle. It is a foldable e-bike and has a built in removable lithium
battery, which can have it last up to 80 kilometers.
The HIMO Z16 electric bike features the
general e-bike design but with its body being able to fold from 3 different
areas. This includes the central body, the foot pedals, and the bicycle’s
handlebar. Once it is folded, it becomes more portable thanks to its reduction
in size, which will allow it to be easily carried in car trunks. Furthermore,
its weight is also relatively light, coming in at just 22.5 kilograms.
The foldable electric bike has three modes
as well for different situations. It can run on pure power, or power-assisted
modes, and even completely be run by the user alone through the pedals. Its
maximum speed can reach up to 25km/h and its range on pure power mode is about
55 kilometers, although, on assisted power mode, it can reach ranged around 80
kilometers or even beyond.
In terms of features, the HIMO Z16
electric bike also offers an HD LCD screen which is rated IPX7 for
waterproofing, that displays real time information like speed, power, mileage,
any faults in the system and more. It also has a dual disk brake system and
high wear resistant tires. The e-bike is priced at 2,499 Yuan, which roughly
translates to about US$ 352 and is currently being crowdfunded on the
Xiaomi Youpin platform.
