NEW FOR 2012, the Gio Soho (MD) 500W+ electric scooter is perfect for the stylish urbanite wanting to get around town quickly and easily! This powerful full-size electric scooter features the same type of technology found in the latest electric cars and has a range of up to 65 kilometres on one charge! The Soho (MD) features two large Lead-Acid 48V 20AH batteries powering a 500W continuous, 800W peak brushless electric motor. This kind of power provides excellent acceleration and a generous top-speed of 32 km/h, perfect for zipping around and making a splash.

The beautiful Soho (MD) was built and is certified for the European scooter market – and its European-inspired style shines through with shimmering metallic paint and high-end urban performance, at home in the streets of Milan, Paris, or London but perfect for the streets of any North American city. Best of all, this scooter is just like a bicycle – no driver’s license, insurance, or gas required! Just charge it and go!

The Soho (MD) has been stripped down and upgraded for a performance-oriented ride that is smooth, responsive, and maneuverable, great for weaving past traffic. It has some of the fastest acceleration featured on our scooters and corners like a racing motorcycle but with scooter size. Performance features are abundant. The front wheel features beautiful 5-spoke chrome design with a cross-drilled (reducing weight) extra-large hydraulic front disc brake with extremely fast response. The excellent stability is due in part to its extra-wide tires with all-weather tread.

The rear EABS (Electronic Absorption Braking System) adds responsive rear-braking and also powers the battery as you slow down for added range. The front and rear suspension feature dual nitro-gas shock absorbers with long travel and front coil over suspension for silky smooth operation and bump absorption. The suspension is very high-end and is closer to our dirt bikes than our other scooters. The great handling on this scooter coupled with its zippy 500W+ motor will make any rider see why this is a popular scooter on European roads.

But the minimalist sleek styling of the Soho (MD) are what set this cool scooter apart from its kin. The two-tone racing color scheme comes in metallic orange, red, pink, or yellow with black highlights. The rounded and flared front and rear fenders and molded brake lever covers give the smooth Soho a bubbly look that is just screaming to be ridden past the trendiest hot spots. The dual air intakes on front and rear body and oversize single headlight give the Soho a futuristic sports car appeal. The minimalist storage approach saves space and weight. Storage featured is a lockable front compartment and lockable under-seat battery/storage compartment. The Soho (MD) comes with ultra-strong U-Lock, rain storage cover, and locking rear wheel as well as extra-secure ignition lock.

The old-school main display features Italian-inspired speedometer, odometer, and indicators and lights-up for nighttime use. This scooter was meant to be ridden around town and shown off. You’ll turn heads with this beautiful ride and have the performance to back up the stylish swagger of the Soho (MD).