DESIGN Squire Motorcycles Arrive in style & silence
Country Squire or City Squire?
T The Concept.
he design arose from a combination of idealism and practical necessity when Ronald Meijs noticed that urban mobility is increasingly becoming more problematic. We love cities for their human energy, the creativity, the business vibe and the squares and streets where people meet. But we loath them
for the poor air quality, the constant noise and the lack of personal space. We drive in big, luxury, complex cars but get annoyed by the heavy traffic and parking problems. Ronald searched for a solution with the idea at the back of his mind that, more than anything else, mobility should be light and pleasurable. From the very outset it was immediately clear that the vehicle should not produce any CO2 emissions. He wanted it to be simple, easy to use and fun to drive. He designed the Motorman and, in doing so, achieved the perfect balance between durability, functionality and design.
The Ride. Riding may best be described as friendly and light. This achievement is due to the fact that the vehicle’s minimalistic design ensures that it is very light, weighing only 45kg. You feel safe because it is always possible to place your feet on the ground. The Motorman is stable enough to ride on country roads and is manoeuvrable in urban traffic. Electricity-powered riding is responsible for a new experience - it is after all Silent and beautiful. The Motorman’s maximum speed is 45 km/h (28mph) With a
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