e-Burgman prototype to be showcased at Japan Mobility Show 2023

3 years ago, Suzuki Philippines debuted the Burgman Street 125 here in the country. Inspired by Suzuki’s line of maxi scooters, the Burgman Street 125 “was designed with sophistication, comfort and practicality in mind.”

But, with the rising cost of fuel, followed by the urgent need to reduce worldwide CO2 emissions, the motorcycle industry is also speeding up research and development of mobility solutions that are carbon-neutral.

Suzuki to test e-scooter version of Burgman Street 125 image

The Suzuki Burgman Street 125

 

At this year’s Japan Mobility Show, Suzuki is set to unravel at one of its exhibits the electric prototype version of the popular Burgman Street 125.

According to Suzuki, this prototype is the 125cc equivalent electric scooter that the Hamamatsu-based company started as a demonstration project in April of this year. The prototype will be utilizing an exchangeable battery-swapping service provided by Gachaco.

Through this prototype is designated as part of a “demonstration project”, Suzuki will collect data on the motorcycles used for daily transportation such as commuting and shopping, and utilize it for future development of their electric motorcycles.

Actually, an e-Burgman Street in the Philippines sounds pretty interesting.