On August 18 last year, Kaiwei MBP officially launched several new cars of the Feelink series in the 491 space in Beijing, the capital. Designed by the Italian team of Kaiwei MBP, and jointly produced by domestic manufacturers through the global integrated platform operation model, it has occupied a place in the domestic entertainment pedal market in less than a year.
After more than 20 years of development and precipitation, Kaiwei MBP has established three R&D bases in Barcelona, Spain, Milan, Italy and Shanghai, China, and has set up operation headquarters and production test bases in many places around the world, with a maximum annual sales volume of more than 400,000 units. This is also the reason why the Kaiwei MBP brand can rise rapidly in China, and I believe that many motorcyclists have seen or test-driven the Feelink series models locally.
Today in Guangzhou Huadu European Town, Kaiwei MBP will release three new cars of the Feelink series: Feelink S150 price: 11980 yuan and 12180 yuan, Feelink U150 price: 11980 yuan and Feelink C150mate price: 9980 yuan. Together with the Feelink X series released last year, the current Kaiwei MBP basically covers the mainstream products in the entertainment pedal market.
In the past two years, compared with the turbulence of the large displacement model market, the impact of the small and medium-sized displacement pedal market is relatively small, and the business model of Kaiwei MBP, which is a global integrated R&D and sales, is also an innovation in the field of motorcycles. The advantage lies in better integration of industry resources and learning from each other's strengths. For product production and supply chain, we can adopt the method of survival of the fittest without any worries, and seek partners who are more in line with their own technology research and development standards. Of course, the premise of all this is that you must have a strong technical team and sales service system, and I think this is where the brand advantage of Kaiwei MBP lies.
Getting back to business, let's talk about the new Feelink S150 car, which is a model that the editor is more interested in, a sports pedal, the appearance is very combative, similar to a flat pedal model that imitates the race. Personally, I feel that compared with the exaggerated shape and structure of Itajet, I prefer the sporty styling style of Feelink S150. Some time ago, when the Feelink S150 spy photos were exposed, the editor also had a related report.
First of all, the Feelink S150 is equipped with a water-cooled four-valve power platform, and it is a 150CC water-cooled four-valve power platform. The maximum power of 11kW/8000rpm is higher than that of the 150CC water-cooled dual-valve power, and the maximum torque of 14.5N·m/5000rpm is faster and more explosive than that of other engines of the 150CC water-cooled four-valve. From this point of view, the power output of the Feelink S150 is as clear as its appearance, and the positioning is very clear.
In terms of seat height, it is only 780mm, which must be due to the consideration of a certain practicality and adaptability to the crowd, making it easier for most people to control. The Feelink S150, with a curb weight of only 140KG, is very rich in electronic configuration, equipped with dual-channel ABS+ can turn off TCS, ramp parking function, keyless start, electric opening of the seat box, four-speed adjustable brake handlebar, USB+Type-C charging port and a series of functions.
The Feelink S150 is available in four colours: Vibrant Grey, Red Tassel White, Bright Black, and the Turbo Edition "SR Motorized Color", how do you choose?
With such a sporty appearance and configuration, the Feelink S150 also performs very well in handling performance, with a high upright riding triangle and a short wheelbase body and mid-mounted rear shock absorber, which makes this car have a good performance in handling, especially when turning and turning over, the handling is relatively light and flexible. The shock absorption is not hard when passing over potholes and speed bumps, but is more resilient, and at the same time, the support shown by the shock absorption at high speed braking is still good. In its class, the overall performance of the Feelink S150 is still very good.
Let's talk about the Feelink C150mate, the same power platform, different tuning. Mate This is a retro pedal with a simple international aesthetic. Because in the past two years, retro models can be said to be popular all over the world, and almost all domestic OEMs have launched their own retro products, especially in the retro pedal market, the competition is more fierce, so it is not an exaggeration to say that similar appearance styling is in line with international aesthetics. So what are the advantages of Feelink C150mate?
When other models are fighting performance, configuration, handling, etc., the first thing to fight retro is the appearance of styling, if there is no exciting appearance, it is a qualified retro car. The body of the Feelink C150mate is made of automotive-grade BASF paint, with 3 layers of paint and 18 processes. And through some design details such as hexagonal headlights, hexagonal taillights, supercar muscle lines, retro grille, and ram air intake decoration, it follows the tonality of classic retro cars. Visually, it is different from the Feelink C150 released last year.
The Feelink C150mate adopts a split seat cushion with a golden section line that extends to both sides, making the entire rear seat appear more coordinated and layered, and the seat height of 780mm is suitable for drivers of different heights. The 5-inch TFT instrument, rearview mirror, and handle control buttons wrapped in electroplating parts are full of every detail.
Configuration: electric opening helmet box, helmet box independent lighting system, high beam 21W lens headlights, dual-channel ABS+ can turn off TCS, keyless start, overtaking light switch, hazard warning light switch, etc. The specs are also much higher than the Feelink C150 released last year, but I think for a retro pedal consumer, these are just icing on the cake, and good looks are king.
Finally, there's the Feelink U150, which is a pedal with a large wheel diameter. The pedals of the large wheel path originated in Europe, and this undulating stone pavement was born in response to the streets of Europe. Because of its elegant appearance, comfort and practicality, it has gradually become popular all over the world. After coming to China, everyone gave this kind of big wheel pedal a friendly nickname, called "Bigfoot".
Feelink U150 has the most classic and elegant appearance of European Bigfoot, you can see the lines of the entire side of the body, the connection and transition are very smooth, and it runs through the entire body in one go, without the slightest cumbersome. The color separation design of the same color makes the whole body appear more layered but not abrupt, and I have to say that the excellent design is hidden in every bit of detail, and finally presents this strong European style.
In the design of the front face, the first thing we pay attention to at a glance is the decorative grille in the center, Kaiwei MBP adopts a grille design similar to that of a car, the surface is chrome-plated, and the most important thing is that each bump is like a meteor shower in the night sky, crossing the sky from large to small, giving people a very delicate feeling.
16 front and 14 inch rear wheels, very typical of Bigfoot wheel diameter. Larger wheel diameters mean greater passability on undulating surfaces, resulting in a better riding experience. At the same time, it is equipped with ultra-long travel front reduction + five-stage preload adjustable rear reduction, effective vibration filtering, riding Feelink U150 can bring a wide field of vision, comfortable driving experience, and a light body, allowing you to enjoy the calm driving fun of the breeze.
Configuration: LED lamps and lanterns in the whole car, LCD positive display instrument, dual-channel ABS, TCS (can be turned off), front USB+Type-C charging port, charging case, keyless start, helmet box electric on, helmet box independent lighting system, helmet box space to accommodate 2 3/4 helmets, front and rear dual-piston calipers, side bracket flame-out function, etc.
The three new cars released this time are expected to be officially booked at 10 a.m. on April 15 on the Kaiwei MBP official account applet. The first 500 users who order in the official mini program of Kaiwei MBP can enjoy 100 to 1000, and the deposit of 100 yuan can also be used to deduct the car. 500 people will enjoy 10 to 500 after grabbing. The Feelink C150Mate and Feelink U150 will be delivered on a first-come-first-served basis in late April, and the Feelink S150 will be delivered on a first-come-first-served basis in early May.
This year, Kaiwei MBP will also bring you more new cars and the new brand acquired by the Italian MBP company, Kaiwei MBP only made some new car teasers at the press conference, which are expected to meet you at this year's Beijing Motorcycle Show. Interested bar friends can pay attention to the follow-up report of the motorcycle bar on Kaiwei MBP.