Vectrix Electric Maxi-Scooter Reviewed (Verdict: Okay!)

I'll admit I was a bit disappointed to discover the Vectrix Electric Maxi-Scooter looked like, well, a scooter—the opening bit in this review of the unit by GizMag talked about doing burnouts, which led me to believe it was a full-sized electric sports bike. That said, for a city runabout the Vectrix looks like a decent vehicle, capable of up to 100kph top speed, which will get you motoring on the highway, provided the NiMH batteries are fresh.

The Vectrix also features a rider-controlled regenerative braking system, which allows you to kick back the throttle (on the handle, of course) to slow down the bike while reclaiming a bit of your power back. (A traditional brake is also on hand for faster stops.)

The bike's now available in Australia—that's why GizMag took it for a spin—but it's actually an American company that produces the unit, sourcing Italian chassis components, with assembly in Poland.

First ride: the Vectrix Electric Maxi-Scooter [GizMag]