Normally, we don’t ride a motorcycle with the intention of saving gas. Most of the time, we’re interested in smiles per liter, not kilometers per liter. However, this is not always the case, and there are many people who rely on their motorcycles for daily mobility and attach great importance to aspects such as efficiency and cost savings.
You could argue that that’s what scooters are for, but what if, for whatever reason, you wanted a stylish, retro-inspired bike that gave you the same range as a fuel-guzzling scooter? Well, such a bike now exists thanks to Chinese motorcycle manufacturer Qidian. The little-known Chinese manufacturer has launched its latest model, the 150 C, and it’s as simple as its name. It’s a 150 cc cruiser bike with a neo-retro style. However, due to its tiny engine, it offers an impressive range with a 16.5 liter petrol tank.
According to the manufacturer, the bike can have an impressive range of 900 km on a single tank. This translates into 55 km per liter. That said, you’d have to drive quite economically to achieve this range, but even at full speed, we can expect the bike to have very impressive fuel economy figures.
Naturally, this level of fuel efficiency is largely attributable to its engine, which is a liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 150 cc single-cylinder engine. It has a maximum power of just 19 hp and 16 Nm of torque, so don’t expect blistering speed and acceleration from this fuel-efficient cruiser. However, it’s a very affordable machine, with a weight of just 148 kg and a low seat height of just 700 millimeters. This makes it an ideal machine for beginners, for shorter riders looking for a stylish ride.
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