Tromox M05 “Electric Latte” Review — The Stylish Urban EV That Looks Like a Motorcycle but Rides Like an E-Moto

By bike_ev_admin December 10, 2025 4 min read

Electric two-wheelers are evolving fast, but few new models spark as much curiosity as the Tromox M05, better known by its charming nickname — the “Electric Latte.” Styled like a retro café racer yet powered like a modern e-moped, the M05 is a perfect example of how design and performance don’t always tell the same story.

Tromox, a rising Chinese manufacturer with a reputation for fun, affordable electric machines, created a bike that looks ready to storm the streets of Milan — but is instead engineered for quiet, efficient city commuting. And that contrast is exactly what makes the M05 so fascinating.

Café Racer Style, E-Bike Heart

Visually, the Electric Latte hits every note.
A round LED headlight, sculpted tank line, curved handlebars, single-seat bench, and minimalist frame all combine to deliver a genuine café racer aesthetic. At first glance, it appears to be a compact motorcycle.

But performance numbers tell a different story.

Inside the rear hub sits a 3 kW (≈4 hp) brushless motor — closer to performance e-bike territory than traditional moto power. Tromox claims 92% efficiency, which is easy to believe when the motor is tuned for light, low-speed riding.

Still, the M05 offers two speed versions:

43.5 mph (70 km/h) top speed on the full-power model
28 mph (45 km/h) on the L1e-B regulated version

Perfect for urban traffic — not for high-speed highway riding.

Swappable LFP Battery with Smart BMS Protection

Power comes from a 2.3 kWh swappable LFP battery with Tromox’s advanced Cube 2.0 Smart BMS, offering a remarkable 25 layers of safety protection.

Under optimal conditions, the M05 delivers up to:

50 miles (80 km) of range per charge

The battery is removable, allowing riders to take it indoors and charge it like a laptop — a major advantage for apartment dwellers without garage access.

Lightweight Build, Surprisingly Practical

The Tromox M05 may look small, but it’s impressively functional:

Weight: 194 lbs (88 kg)
Payload: up to 330 lbs (150 kg)
Seat height: 31.3 in
Ground clearance: 9.8 in
Suspension: inverted front fork + dual swingarm

Light enough for beginners, strong enough for daily errands, and comfortable enough for short commutes.

Serious Safety Tech on a Not-So-Serious Bike

Where the M05 truly shocks is in its safety equipment. For a 43-mph urban EV, Tromox includes features usually found on far more expensive motorcycles:

ABS (anti-lock braking system)
Electronic Traction Control (E-TCS)
mmWave Blind Spot Detection (BSD)

These features help the M05 feel far more premium — and far more stable — than its playful size suggests.

Pricing and the Identity Problem

The Electric Latte starts at around $3,500.
That’s noticeably higher than many Class 3 e-motos offering similar speed and range for $2,000–$2,200.

This creates the M05’s biggest challenge:
Tromox markets it like a motorcycle, but its specs place it firmly in the urban e-moped category.

Still, the value is undeniable:

Premium styling
Excellent build quality
Swappable LFP battery
Advanced safety tech
Ultra-lightweight frame

For riders who want a beautiful, safe, easy-to-ride urban EV, the M05 offers a genuinely appealing package — even if it’s not a motorcycle in the traditional sense.

Final Verdict

The Tromox M05 “Electric Latte” is not built for speed, nor for long adventure rides.
It is built to look incredible, commute comfortably, and deliver a premium small-EV experience wrapped in irresistible café-racer charm.

It’s stylish, it’s practical, and it’s surprisingly well-equipped — proving that sometimes, the best urban vehicles are the ones that simply make you smile every time you hop on.