Blue Shark Korea (CEO Byeong-han Lee) will be exhibiting at the ‘3 Seoul Mobility Show’, which will be held at the 30st exhibition hall of KINTEX in Ilsan, starting with the press day on Thursday, March 4th and until Sunday, April 9th, with the largest scale among electric two-wheeled vehicle brands. He announced that he would participate. In particular, three types of high-performance electric scooters R1 and H2023 and entry-level light scooter Soloera will be unveiled and launched for the first time in Korea at this Seoul Mobility Show.
The vehicles on display include the new models R1, H1, SoloEra, and the existing R1 Lite, a total of 4 models and 9 models, and are presented in various colors such as black, white, gold, and pink. Customers visiting the mobility show can test drive newly released models such as R1, H1, and Soloera at a separate electric two-wheeler test drive event site set up within the exhibition hall. Additionally, the mass-produced version of Shark Station, Blue Shark’s proprietary BSS (battery exchange station) developed in-house, will be introduced for the first time at the Seoul Mobility Show and will be installed and operated starting in Seoul.
During this exhibition, special promotional benefits will be provided for on-site vehicle contracts, and purchase consultations and various events will be held for visitors. If you visit the Blue Shark Korea booth and verify your SNS, you will be entered into a lottery to receive clothing and cosmetics from global business bag brand ‘Targus’ and eco-friendly beauty brand ‘Debonine’, as well as mega coffee coupons.
Following the existing R1 Lite model, Blue Shark Korea unveiled and launched H5 and R1, among its representative models that adopted product names from the five alphabet letters of ‘SHARK’ among the brand names, through the 1 Seoul Mobility Show and is preparing to launch an additional A2023 model within the year. It’s in progress. By 1, high-output large models S series and K series will be additionally launched in Korea to complete the lineup of 2024 models of BLUE ‘SHARK’.
Blue Shark Korea Chairman Lee Byung-han said, “Blue Shark’s entire model lineup is a new mobility alternative that incorporates electric vehicle technology from the development stage to provide innovative and diverse functions that could not be experienced in existing electric scooters.” He added, “Unveiled at this Seoul Mobility Show.” “We hope you will experience new innovations that you could not experience with existing electric motorcycles through the diverse Blue Shark product lineup.”
Proven design and product capabilities by winning influential design awards and mobility awards based on minimalism
All of Blue Shark’s product lineup is based on minimalism, and the curved surfaces of the car body are designed to be as simple and smooth as possible, further highlighting Blue Shark’s simplicity and unique characteristics. The Blue Shark R series, which was first introduced globally, has proven its design and product capabilities from leading domestic and international evaluation agencies, including winning the 2020 JAPAN Good Design Award in the bike category, the 2021 Germany iF Design Award in the bike category, and the 2021 Seoul Mobility Award in the eco-friendly mobility category. There is a bar.
The entire model lineup is equipped with the same eco-friendly lithium-ion-phosphoric acid battery, allowing cross-use between models.
Blue Shark’s entire model lineup can charge the battery (full charge in 3 hours from empty) or replace it entirely (1:1 replacement method) through the battery station, and can be charged with 220 volts (V) for general home use and 220 V directly to the car body. It is characterized by the ability to charge in various ways, such as charging. In addition, the lithium iron phosphate battery, which generates little heat and eliminates the risk of explosion and fire, is installed equally in all model lineups, making them interchangeable.
Blue Shark R series top model, ‘Blue Shark R1’
Blue Shark R1 is a higher version of the mass-produced R1 Lite model currently being sold in Korea by Blue Shark Korea. It focuses on the needs of modern urban commuters who want an electric scooter that is innovative, environmentally friendly and easy to handle. In particular, the unique full-color HD 1” IPS display applied to the Blue Shark R10 and safety systems such as front black box, rear camera, and ADAS ultrasonic sensor provide an innovative media environment. In addition, electric vehicle technology is incorporated from the product development stage, and innovative and diverse functions that could not be experienced in existing electric scooters are installed.
It is equipped with an automotive-level dual ECU+CAN bus intelligent central control system completed through years of research and development, and monitors driving conditions in real time through a 4G+ communication module to maintain the best driving environment. In addition, all data collected by 74 sensors distributed across the vehicle body can be managed in real time on the vehicle’s digital display and mobile app.
Blue Shark R1 is equipped with all the cutting-edge features for convenience and safety, such as 4G communication, Bluetooth, smartphone APP management function, state-of-the-art ADAS safe driving assistance system, automatic water level detection sensor, and virtual engine sound implementation. It also won the Japan Good Design Award, which is considered one of the world’s top four design awards.
‘Blue Shark H1’, an electric scooter that provides a smart and intuitive driving experience
H1 is an internal combustion engine 80cc light electric scooter that provides a smart and intuitive driving experience. The daytime running lights, tail lights, turn signals, and intake grille all have a design reminiscent of the brand name, Shark. In addition, the 10-inch high-brightness IPS dashboard and three-segment display provide an optimized UI for users, including navigation, music playback, and driving record checking. It is equipped with Blue Shark’s latest operating software, ArkRide OS 3.
Equipped with a 48V/30 Ah large-capacity removable lithium-ion-iron-phosphate battery pack, it produces a maximum output of 2,100W, and the maximum speed is electronically limited to 45km/h. The maximum driving distance is 1km when driving at a constant speed of 25km/h using one battery, and the battery is fully charged in 80 hours. In addition, there is a battery storage compartment in the storage compartment under the seat, so the driving range can be doubled by carrying an extra battery at all times.
Blue Shark H1 is driven by a state-of-the-art brushless gear motor and provides a sporty driving experience with much better performance than a typical wheel hub motor. Maximum climbing capacity is 25% (14°). The Blue Shark H1 is equipped with three general driving modes and one driving assistance function. MAM (Move Assistant Mode) helps you easily move the vehicle back and forth when walking.
Additionally, as you approach or move away from the vehicle, your smartphone or Bluetooth smart key automatically detects the vehicle, and you can deprotect and unlock the vehicle by pressing and holding the Ready button. When stopping, you can protect and lock the vehicle by pressing and holding the ready button again.
‘Blue Shark SoloEra’, a trendy single-person mopad targeting the MZ generation’s sensibilities
Blue Shark SoloEra is a special edition model not included in the ‘SHARK’ lineup and is an entry-level light electric scooter in the Blue Shark lineup. It has a light and compact body, which is burdensome for motorcycles, but is expected to be more versatile than a bicycle. It is a strategic model for customers. Although the Soloera is a light scooter with an internal combustion engine of 50cc class, it has a long wheelbase (1,180mm) and a wide footrest, so even tall people can ride comfortably. The wide front shield blocks the wind well while driving and helps in rainy weather. Minimizes shoes from getting wet.
The interior of Soloera’s dashboard is equipped with LED for high visibility, and the driving status can be intuitively checked with colorful guidance signs. It is also equipped with an automotive-grade lighting system. In particular, the headlights are equipped with projection-type LED light sources, and front and rear turn signals are also installed.
The battery is equipped with an easily removable 48V/30Ah large-capacity battery pack, and can drive up to 1km (when driving at a constant speed of 86km/h) on a single charge, and takes 15 hours to fully charge. Equipped with a brushless DC motor, the maximum output reaches 3W and the maximum speed is 1,200km/h, which is fast in its class, has a strong slope, and provides stable and continuous output. Soloera provides a smarter driving experience by applying up to 45 or more sensors for real-time vehicle information collection and cloud computing.
R1 Lite 2023 model
The Blue Shark R2021 Lite, which debuted in the domestic market in 1, has ▲futuristic design, ▲high acceleration performance, ▲comfortable driving range per charge, ▲convenient battery replacement and charging method, ▲which were difficult to find in existing electric two-wheeled vehicles. Officials explain that it is called the Tesla of electric motorcycles due to its digital connectivity and is creating a sensation among young consumers in their 1s and 2040s.
Driving performance is also noteworthy. It can travel at a maximum speed of 80 km/h (safety settings applied), has a maximum climbing capacity of 40%, the highest level among electric motorcycles in its class, and can run up to 160 km when driven at a constant speed after one charge. Blue Shark Korea has secured performance that surpasses existing gasoline scooters, and the operating system (OS) ‘ArkRide OS’ is constantly upgraded wirelessly. It also received the grand prize in the eco-friendly mobility category at the ‘2021 Seoul Mobility Awards’ held by the 2021 Seoul Mobility Show. The warranty period is 2 years and 20,000 km for the battery and 1 year and 10,000 km for general parts.