In recent years, the trend of new energy has become increasingly fierce, and now this "war" has spread to the motorcycle field. Attract a number of motorcycle companies to join the fierce competition. Today, we will take the opportunity to test drive the Chunfeng Polar Core AE8 to see what this popular electric motorcycle has.
Polar core AE8 at a glance
Chunfeng's latest launch of the polar core AE8, the shape of the vehicle using the design language of future technology, which also has a strong mecha style recognition is very high, as far as I am concerned, this shape is very good for my appetite, what do you think?
The power-mounted, mid-mounted water-cooled motor provides nearly 300cc performance, while also allowing the vehicle to achieve better center of gravity matching, resulting in a more relaxed and stable driving experience. The peak power of this motor is 12.5kW, and the torque on the wheel reaches 218N·m, here is more, the torque on the wheel is the torque output of the engine is amplified by the transmission system, and then transmitted to the wheel to obtain "on-wheel torque".
The acceleration data is 0 to 50 km/h for 2.6 seconds, and the speed is more than 100 km/h. However, in the actual measurement link, because the author's weight exceeded 100kg, the 0-50 result was stuck in the position of more than 3 seconds, although it was slower than the official data, but for my weight, this result was also handy.
It is worth noting that after reaching 80km/h, if you want to continue the full power output, you need to press the MODE+ of the left handlebar, then the vehicle will continue to accelerate for 30 seconds, and then enter the skill cooling of 45 seconds, the reason for using this method is entirely for the protection of the battery, because the long-term continuous high-power output current, the loss of the battery is very large. With the current setting is still very reasonable, 80km/h to cope with most of the riding scenes is completely enough, want to seek stimulation a button to get it, which feels like "nitrogen acceleration" is an interesting design.
The first feeling of riding it is quiet and comfortable, and the vibration of the previous fuel vehicle no longer exists on the electric motorcycle. For moyou who are used to riding fuel vehicles, it is necessary to adapt to it, because it is too quiet, and the excited roar of no exhaust when accelerating will make you have an illusion of speed, feeling that it is not riding fast, but in fact, it is not slow.
Thanks to the mid-mounted motor and all-aluminum swingarm configuration, the vehicle's center of gravity is centered and the under-spring mass is lighter. There is no sense of unevenness in the past, and the control is light and flexible. The damping adjustment is also good, and the ability to filter the vibration of the road surface while providing the necessary support is also good, even a large weight like mine can provide good support.
The frame equipped with the AE8 is also worth mentioning, it adopts a high-rigid frame with a large displacement motorcycle level, which strengthens the rigidity of the body while also improving the integration of the handling.
The configuration is also handy, equipped with Brembo brake, Bosch ABS (AE8 S+) CST semi-hot melt tires (AE8 S+ for The Margis), horse brand belts, two 69V32Ah high-performance soft pack batteries, the total capacity of 64Ah to provide standard endurance of 120km, the maximum endurance can reach 190km, but it is somewhat difficult to achieve this mileage, requiring riders to have a light weight and can not arbitrarily twist the throttle.
The amount of battery life will also be directly linked to the riding mode you choose, AE8 is equipped with THREE RIDING modes of SPORT, ECO, AND, STREET, of which THE SPORT mode is undoubtedly the most power-intensive, but it is also the most powerful, ECO is more economical, soft, STREET is between the two, is the most commonly used riding mode. In today's venue test drive, it is difficult to truly experience its actual endurance, and if you are interested in the follow-up, I will take a long test.
In terms of charging, the 750W charger that AE8 comes standard can fill the battery in 5-6 hours, and the optional 1900W fast charging can be charged to 80% in 2 hours, and the current Chunfeng polar core is also developing a conversion interface, at which time you can directly use the car charging pile, and the speed will be faster.
The Brembo braking system mentioned earlier, at present, this configuration is very rare in the domestic electric motorcycle. Braking force and feel are superior. The braking distance of 60-0 was also 25 meters, which was a good result. And what surprises me is that AE8 will not lose power when braking, which greatly improves its playability, and when the brake is released after braking, AE8 will continue to accelerate linearly and steadily, and the sudden sense of sudden calls in the past is not available on AE8. At present, the general version of AE8 is not equipped with an ABS system, but Chunfeng is already developing an ABS modification kit, and the ABS performance of the modified general version of the AE8 will be no different from that of the AE8 S+.
AE8's intelligent system is also in line with its future technology model, equipped with Link Jizhi interconnection system, with five-mode positioning anti-theft system, through the intelligent APP can monitor the vehicle status at any time, remote unlocking, car search and other functions. And there is also the addition of a 6-axis gyroscope, in the event of a sudden accident, dumping, the system will automatically text the driver's emergency contact, shortening the rider's waiting time for rescue.
The AE8 key is special, it looks like a business card, and it can be activated with a light touch of the vehicle. And you can also use the mobile phone APP near-field unlock, simply put, you can carry the mobile phone, you can achieve the car and go, without any unnecessary action.
Assisted in implementation
AE8 car weight 133kg is not very heavy, but for the little sister who does not have much strength to push it also has to take some effort, so AE8 is also equipped with the promotion of auxiliary functions, as long as standing next to the car and holding the MODE ±, you can achieve slow movement before and after the vehicle. Imagine if you're downhill and you don't have the space to turn around, standing next to the car and tapping mode - to move backwards effortlessly. This function is basically the configuration of luxury models in the motorcycle field, such as honda gold wing and BMW R18.
There is a power indicator
The safety of the battery is also particularly important, the AE8 equipped with the automotive grade 69V32Ah high-performance battery with a dual soft pack design, in terms of safety, heat dissipation, cycle life are better performance. Moreover, the important electronic components of the vehicle are IP67 waterproof and have a wading depth of 300mm.
Chunfeng Polar Core AE8 also has a high-end version of AE8 S+, AE8 S+ more Bosch ABS, bionic leather seat cushion, rear shock damping adjustable, TFT meter, the color is also different AE8 has two kinds of starship silver, lunar eclipse silver, AE8 S+ is two kinds of particle white and meteorite black. At present, the first user prices of the two models are 1.7999W and 2.1699W, and the price of the subsequent AE8 will be raised to 1.8999W.
The AE8 has a small storage box on the front, which is equipped with type-c and USB ports for easy charging of electronic devices. Although the sitting space is divided by two batteries, it can still put down a half-helmet, and the shape is relatively regular.
After the test drive, I personally feel that AE8 has a strong advantage in daily commuting and playability, especially the brake is not powered, the power feeling brought by it has been very close to that of the fuel car, and its price compared with the 300-level fuel pedal also has a more obvious advantage. But to replace the fuel motorcycle, it is still a relatively distant thing. Because the problem of battery life anxiety and charging time is still a factor that constrains the development of the current entertainment electric motorcycle.
If the future electric motorcycle solves the problem of battery life anxiety and charging time, how will you choose?