2021
Volta RM5 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 130625 |
|---|---|
| Category | Scooter |
| Make | Volta |
| Model | RM5 |
| Year | 2021 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Underbone |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic fork |
| Fronttyre | 130/70-13 |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc |
| Rearsuspension | Dual shocks |
| Reartyre | 130/70-13 |
| Seat | Dual seat |
Engine & Transmission
| Displacement | 170.0 ccm (10.37 cubic inches) |
|---|---|
| Emissiondetails | Euro 5 |
| Enginedetails | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuelsystem | Injection. Delphi |
| Power | 11.4 HP (8.3 kW)) @ 7000 RPM |
| Topspeed | 95.0 km/h (59.0 mph) |
| Torque | 13.0 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.6 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Silver |
|---|---|
| Comments | Windscreen. Turkish brand. |
| Instruments | Multi-colored digital |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Dryweight | 124.0 kg (273.4 pounds) |
|---|---|
| Overallheight | 1105 mm (43.5 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2060 mm (81.1 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 755 mm (29.7 inches) |
| Powerweightratio | 0.0919 HP/kg |
About Volta
Country of Origin:
Spain
Founder:
Volta Motorbikes (Barcelona)
Best Known For:
Urban electric motorcycles (prototype-to-small-series commuters)
Company History
Volta emerged from Barcelona’s tech and design culture to propose stylish, practical electric commuters with under-seat storage and approachable ergonomics. The company’s prototypes emphasized the daily realities of city life: predictable range, strong regenerative braking in traffic, weather-sealed connectors, and simple charging. Though volumes remained small, the project helped seed Spain’s EV two-wheeler ecosystem alongside brands like Silence and Torrot. Volta’s legacy is in framing EVs not as novelties but as functional appliances that deliver silent, low-maintenance mobility—especially compelling in dense, historic neighborhoods where noise and emissions bite. Their designs also influenced expectations around storage and UX, reminding the segment that utility and elegance can share the same battery pack.