Electric Brit on Two Wheels: Maeving x Thomas Pink, a Stylish Revamp You've Probably Missed
Buckle up, folks! There is a brand called Maeving that is revving up, and unless you're a proper Anglophile, it's probably not on your radar. Why so? Well, it's as British as fish and chips, electric to boot, and has a penchant for compact two-wheelers. But don't let that fool you; they know how to bring some proper style to the party, too.
Take a gander at the Maeving RM1, for instance. It's so unmistakably British, you'd half-expect Sherlock Holmes to jump out from behind it. Its design has a nod to early 20th-century motorbikes, but it's not spewing out sooty puffs of smoke - it's all-electric, cleaner than the Queen's silverware, and near-silent to boot!
This little gem can belt out a top speed of about 45 mph (72.4 km/h), which is apparently the speed at which we do, well, everything. Over in the UK, you could bumble about on it with a simple CBT license. However, on foreign shores, you'd need a proper A1 or a converted B, since this cheeky motorbike does pack quite a punch, and it's a tad speedier than your everyday moped.
Now, it's not just about style and speed. This motorbike has a trick up its sleeve: its battery. You can choose to have a single battery, or if you're feeling frisky, you could double up. The battery doesn't just power the bike, it's part of the design, like a bow tie on a bulldog. There's also a charming bit of wiring that's a clever nod to the good old exhaust pipe.
However, the real charm of the battery lies in its performance. One battery will carry you about 40 miles (64.3 km), so with two you can zip along for 80 miles (nearly 130 km). That's like going from London to Birmingham, with a quick stopover for a cuppa.
This particular bike got a bit of a glow-up from artist Joel Clark, resulting in the Maeving x Thomas Pink collaboration. If the name Thomas Pink rings a bell, it's probably because they're purveyors of top-notch British shirts and were once part of the Louis Vuitton group.
The bike's tank, with its mysterious sheen, is part of Clark's handiwork. These tanks are handcrafted, bespoke as a Savile Row suit, and limited to just three models. And beneath Maeving's name, you'll spot the Pink label. But here's the best bit: out of the nearly $9,600 price tag (£7,500 and €8,600), 30% is donated to the London Wildlife Trust, a cause dedicated to preserving London's wild side. And if you happen to be in London, pop by 106 Jermyn Street to see this beauty in the flesh - it's on display at the Thomas Pink store.
So there you have it! The Maeving x Thomas Pink: a bit of British heritage, a dash of modern technology, and a whole lot of style. Just don't forget your helmet!
Yours truly,
Captain Electro
