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Electric City Artelec 870 - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Electric City Artelec 870 is a French electric scooter designed for urban commuters seeking eco-friendly transportation. Powered by a lithium-ion battery offering 60-120 km range with a top speed of 120 km/h, it delivers practical city mobility with air cooling and dual braking systems. Best suited for short to medium daily commutes in metropolitan areas.
2016
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Top speed | 120.0 km/h (74.6 mph) |
| Power | 10.73 HP (7.8 kW) |
| Engine type | Electric |
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| Category | Scooter |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Electric City Artelec 870 |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Seat | 2-person seat |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre | 130/60-13 |
| Front tyre | 130/60-13 |
Physical measures and capacities | |
| Overall width | 720 mm (28.3 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,000 mm (78.7 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,230 mm (48.4 inches) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0766 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 140.0 kg (308.6 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Comments | Lithium-ìon 66,6 V, 72 Ah. 4-8 hour recharge time. Range 60-120 km. Sold in France. Model also called ECCity Artelec 870. French brand. |
| Carrying capacity | Top box |
| Electrical | Dual front light |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | White, black and grey |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
10.7 hp
Peak Power
74.6 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track5%
City85%
Cornering35%
Daily Riding75%
Touring20%
Passenger45%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Suitable for new or casual riders comfortable with a scooter-style twist-and-go electric two-wheeler. |
| Purpose | Designed primarily as a quiet, low-maintenance electric commuter scooter for urban errands and short city trips. |
| Rider Fit | Its low seat height, light dry weight, and scooter ergonomics make it easy and unintimidating for riders of most sizes to manage. |
| Character | A practical, eco-conscious runabout that favors quiet efficiency and city practicality over performance or excitement. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suitable for riders wanting highway touring range, high top speed, or any off-road capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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