Electric two-wheelers are edging into city streets, and Belgian firm Any hopes its modular electric motorcycle, the LUV1, will turn the trend into a practical alternative for everyday hauling.
Cargo capacity built for daily life
The LUV1 blends the speed of a motorcycle with the storage of a cargo bike, offering up to 120 liters of space. Designers say the volume answers the question of what a typical week’s errands require—groceries, suitcases, even a pet.
Buyers can choose an open frame or add panels that turn the vehicle into a pet carrier, a work‑tool platform, or a camping kit. Optional accessories include a windshield, racks, a rain poncho, and other variations meant to suit commuters, families, or outdoor enthusiasts.
Former Pininfarina design director Lowie Vermeersch led the modular concept. His involvement gave the prototype a spotlight at Milan Design Week, where the eye‑catching model first appeared.
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Vermeersch also serves as creative director and investor, helping the firm label the LUV1 a “life utility vehicle.” The term reflects the aim to fill the “missing link” left by car trunks.
Pricing, licensing and early demand.
Base pricing starts at €7,000 (about $8,150), positioning the bike below most cars and near the high end of electric cargo bicycles.
An A1 licence is sufficient.
The vehicle requires only an A1 licence, which many jurisdictions issue with minimal testing.
Customers configure their LUV1 through an online tool, selecting battery size, frame style, and add‑ons. Each reservation carries a €49 fee that is refundable and credited toward the final price.
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Within the first 100 days after the Milan launch, the company logged more than 600 reservations, according to co‑founder and CCO Erik de Winter. The early interest spans individual riders and last‑mile delivery operators.
The startup has raised a total of €2.75 million in venture funding, with a €1.5 million round in November followed by a €1.25 million top‑up in May. The capital came from investors with automotive backgrounds, and the firm added a head of engineering, Alessandro Mangano, whose résumé includes Aprilia, Ferrari and Piaggio.
Two swappable batteries give the LUV1 a range of up to 87 miles per charge, a figure that lets it compete with electric models from Piaggio and Harley‑Davidson. The European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers expects most two‑wheelers on the continent to be electric by 2030, making range and utility key differentiators.
While many electric two‑wheelers focus on speed or efficiency, the LUV1 leans into cargo space as its unique selling point. This approach could broaden the market beyond traditional riders, attracting businesses that need flexible, low‑cost delivery vehicles.
