- The Infinite Machine P1 scooter features a 6kW rear hub motor
- Software package unlocks top speeds of 65mph
- Side panels can house cargo boxes or a massive loudspeaker
Infinite Machine isn’t afraid to do things a little differently and its original, angular Olto rapidly became known as the Cybertruck of the bike lanes – a Class 2 eBike that can hit a 33mph top speed and carry two passengers, all the while looking like something from a sci-fi movie.
Earlier this year, the New York-based company bolstered its line-up when it announced the P1, a similarly Judge Dredd daily commuter that wants to replace tired old internal combustion engine scooters with a smarter, anodized steel solution. Sound familiar?
“Our mission is to inspire a post-car future by building the best alternatives to cars.” says Joseph Cohen, CEO and co-founder of Infinite Machine.
Underneath the angular steel bodywork lies a 6kW hub motor that resides in the rear wheel. Power delivery is via a standard twist throttle, which comes with a reverse function and a Boost mode for rapid overtaking maneuvers.
The removable 72-volt 3.2kWh battery pack delivers around 60 miles of range on a single charge and can be plugged in and charged from any domestic socket. Customers can also buy multiple packs and strap them to the bodywork for extended trips.
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There’s room on the rear for a passenger – and enough grunt from the motor to ensure progress remains swift when riding two-up – as well as a modular side panel set-up that can house toughened cargo boxes.
Alternatively, these panels can be swapped out for a loud speaker to get those New York style block parties going. Infinite Machine also offers its own matching detachable trailer for towing larger loads, such as hauling cool boxes to the beach.
Most basic driving licenses will cover riding the P1, or the equivalent of Compulsory Basic Training in the UK, but those with a full motorcycle license can pay to unlock full power and the top speed of 65mph.
The price of looking cool
Sick of plastic, budget scooters, co-founders and brothers Joe and Eddie Cohen wanted to introduce something more technologically accomplished to the scooter market, and the P1 packs the first automotive-grade dashboard and Apple CarPlay-enhanced infotainment system to the scene.
The P1’s bespoke Android and Apple app can be used as a digital key to unlock the bike, to check on the vehicle’s whereabouts when parked and take a live feed from the front and rear-mounted cameras to record rides for dash cam peace of mind.
Currently, the P1 is on sale in the US, where it costs $10,000 (around £7,500 / AU$15,000) and deliveries are expected to start this Fall. But pricing is yet to be announced for Europe and further afield.
However, Infinite Machine is due to attend this year’s EICMA motorcycle show in Italy, where it will reveal more about its market expansion strategy and pricing.
While electric scooters have often been more expensive than their petrol-powered counterparts, Honda’s latest CUVe model, which offers a vaguely similar range and top speed to the P1, costs around £3,800 (around $5,100 / AU$7,780).
With the styling and technology onboard, it would be fair to assume Infinite Machine’s model will command a premium for looking cool.
