Project Overview
Project 8 focuses on demonstrating the viability of Battery Swapping System (BSS) electric motorcycles (E2Ws) for Malaysia’s commercial and delivery sectors. The project aimed to evaluate whether battery-swapping technology could overcome key challenges faced by fixed-battery electric motorcycles, such as limited range, long charging times, and high upfront costs.

Key Components

• Demonstration Period: December 2024 – February 2025
• Performance Evaluation: Field testing of 40 battery-swapping motorcycles from two different manufacturers.
• User Assessment: Collection of rider feedback across various use profiles, including delivery riders and private users.
• Battery Swap Station Data Analysis: Monitoring battery usage patterns, charging turnover rates, and energy consumption.
• Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Analysis: Comparative study of financial savings against petrol motorcycles.

Findings

• Riders covered up to 250 km per day using swap-enabled electric motorcycles.
• Battery swapping was found to be quick, reliable, and highly practical for continuous operations.
• Riders reported monthly savings of several hundred ringgit on fuel and maintenance
• User satisfaction was high among commercial riders, who cited smoother rides, quieter operations, and no downtime for charging.
• The project concluded that battery-swapping motorcycles are viable for high-mileage (>85km) users and could achieve over 50% emissions reduction compared to internal combustion motorcycles.