Horwin’s flagship electric motorbike, the SENMENTI 0 production model, made its US debut at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The SENMENTI 0, classified as a maxiscooter, is a high-performance, futuristic-looking model that may compete against other electric motorbikes such as the BMW CE 04.
“Horwin comes to the market with a dream to disrupt, trailblazing with pioneering technologies that propel the mobility industry towards a sustainable future,” explained the company.
Horwin has embraced several new technologies and trends in the electric motorcycle industry, including being one of the first to roll out a multi-speed manual gearbox for light electric motorcycles several years ago.
The Horwin SENMENTI 0 is expected to retail for US $16,800. Order books are already open, and a $100 deposit snags prospective riders three years of free charging. Details on how that perk will work are scarce, but considering the bike’s built-in 30-minute DC fast charging capabilities, it could mean a free pass at certain charging networks.
For $17k, the electric maxiscooter provides a 16.9 kWh battery, larger than almost every flagship electric motorcycle out there. The company claims it could offer a mixed highway/city range of up to 186 miles (300 km).
The big battery helps dump some serious power into the drivetrain, with a 74 kW (100 hp) electric motor that provides a 0-60 mph time of just 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 125 mph (200 km/h). The SENMENTI 0 also features an Advanced Rider Assistance System (ARAS) designed to enhance rider protection and confidence.
Details on when the bikes will be ready for deliveries aren’t clear yet, but test rides for reservation holders are expected to begin in Q3 2024.
The company also showcased two concept vehicles. SENMENTI X Hyper GT is described as “the ultimate performance touring motorcycle” with a WLTP-estimated range of at least 250 miles (400 km), and SENMENTI 11 is described as an even higher performance motorcycle designed “for thrill-seekers and adventurers.”
Horwin founder and CEO Wendsor Zhou Wei said, “We’re thrilled to introduce Horwin and tell our story to new audiences. The U.S. is obviously a critical sales market for any EV company. As vehicle manufacturers transition to an all-electric future, Horwin is already ahead of the curve, thanks to years of developing advanced 5G-enabled manufacturing processes enriched with artificial intelligence to pioneer a more sustainable future. We look forward to showing riders, from performance enthusiasts to first-timers, all the advantages of riding an electric motorcycle. We want people to think of Horwin like your smartphone – you can’t leave home without it.”
