Cake Åik: The Swedish Rolls of Delivery Bikes

Cake did not come to CES in Las Vegas empty-handed. The Swedish company is showcasing the Aik there, an electric assist bicycle whose price can reach nearly €10,000.

Its name, combined with that of the brand, will not be very easy to pronounce. But the new Cake Aik also stands out primarily by its raw and rather minimalist appearance. A very Swedish design, in short, which is reflected across the brand’s products.

According to current regulations, this electric bicycle is limited to 25 km/h. It features an aluminum frame, which can be extended with top-case supports both at the front and the rear. The motor, which delivers up to 100 Nm, is powered by a removable 750 Wh battery. The range is estimated at around 100 km. Optionally, the customer can add a second battery, or even a third, increasing the range to 360 km. The batteries are protected by a locking system and each weigh about 5 kilograms. They can also operate a refrigeration compartment or other electrical equipment.

The Cake Aik offers 3 driving modes, allowing for the best balance between performance and autonomy according to current needs. A pedestrian mode, limiting the bicycle to 6 km/h, is also available. Speed, range, and other useful information are displayed on a TFT screen.

A Cake Aik: the basic version costs over €6,000

Like Cake’s two-wheel vehicles, the Aik can be connected to a mobile app, which provides access to various information remotely. The fact that it is connected may appeal to the professional clientele, to whom this new model is mainly aimed.

In terms of price, expect to pay at least €6,470 for the basic Cake Aik. A hefty bill already for an electric assist bicycle, which rises to €9,140 with two additional batteries and some extra equipment.

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