| Attribute | Hesketh HZE Vectrix 2011 × | Vectrix VX-2 2012 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 2011 | 2012 |
| Make | Hesketh | Vectrix |
| Model | Hesketh HZE Vectrix | Vectrix VX-2 |
| Category | Scooter | Scooter |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Electric | Electric |
| Engine details | Brushless DC, radial air-gap rear-hub motor | Brushless DC rear-hub motor |
| Power (kw) | 20.6 | 3.9 |
| Cooling system | - | Air |
| Torque (Nm) | 65 | 140 |
| Gearbox | 1-speed | Automatic |
| Emission details | No emissions | - |
| Driveline | - | Integrated rear-wheel mounted planetary gear drive |
| Clutch | Integrated rear-wheel mounted planetary gear drive | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | 35mm Marzocchi telescopic fork | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Sachs twin shocks | Single shock, oil/gas pressure, preload-adjustable |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Bremo | Single disc. Bremo. Regenerative braking. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Bremo | Single disc. Bremo |
| Frame type | Lightweight aircraft-aluminium space frame | Powder-coated tubular-steel space frame |
| Front tyre | 120/70-14 | 130/60-13 |
| Rear tyre | 140/60-13 | 130/60-13 |
| Seat | 2-person seat | Two passenger seat |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
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| Carrying capacity | Under-seat: 1.41 cu ft (1 full-faced helmet); Glove compartment: .21 cu ft; Optional top case: up to 1.66 cu ft. | Under-seat storage |
| Instruments | Central analog display and two side LCDs show speed, odometer, battery charge, estimated range and system status. | Central analog/digital display including battery charge, and system status speedometer, odometer, |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase (mm) | 1,524 | 1,408 |
| Dry weight (kg) | 233 | 195 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0882 | 0.02 |
| Seat height (mm) | 787 | 760 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 99 | 48 |