Could electric power bring about the return of the moped?

A San Francisco startup thinks so, having just introduced an all electric moped inspired by the vintage greats.

First, a bit of a history lesson.

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The Bolt Motorbikes M1 Electric Moped is clearly inspired by the mopeds of the 1970s.

Instead of a gas tank, Bolt Motorbikes affixes a battery.

In place of the ZA50 engine, Bolt attaches an electric motor.

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Its everything that a vintage moped used to be, but powered by the juice of the 21st century.

The Bolt Motorbikes M1 will feel familiar to a moped enthusiast.

In economy mode, it will only break 20mph when heading downhill.

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When in sport mode, the range suffers, allowing 30 miles per charge.

Thats more than enough in our book.

The Bolt Motorbikes M1 is cruising through a crowd-funding cycle right now onIndiegogo.

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There are limited edition bikes available in this funding round, with just a handful left for $6,500.

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