Oscar Morgan, CEO of the startup that created the extreme electric scooter 'Tesla Killer': "We don't expect many people to ride it; it's terrifying and not very safe."

While in Spain, regulations limit the speed of electric scooters to a maximum of 25 km/h , in the United Kingdom, a startup called Bo has decided to take two-wheeled electric propulsion to the extreme. Its new model, the Bo Turbo, reaches speeds of over 160 km/h and aims to become the fastest scooter in the world.

This is a high-performance prototype based on its flagship urban scooter, designed solely to break records and demonstrate the limits of electric technology in a two-wheeled vehicle. The company that markets it also calls it the "Tesla Killer," highlighting its ability to surpass the performance of some electric cars in terms of acceleration and power.

Unlike conventional electric scooters, designed for urban commutes and limited by regulations, the Bo Turbo combines extreme power, a long-range battery, and a power-to-weight ratio that surpasses even some sports cars. "We don't expect many people to ride it; it's terrifying and not very safe," admits Oscar Morgan, CEO and co-founder of Bo, making it clear that his goal is to showcase the full potential of electric propulsion, not replace everyday transportation.

The Bo Turbo was first tested at the Goodwood Circuit (UK), where a professional driver reached 137 km/h (84 mph), and in subsequent tests it exceeded 160 km/h (99 mph). Acceleration is another of its biggest surprises. While a Tesla Model 3 Performance needs 3.1 seconds to go from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph), most conventional electric scooters take around 10 seconds. According to Morgan, the Turbo offers such immediate response that "one of the things that surprised us most when we first put it on the track was how quickly it accelerates."

The prototype is powered by an 88-volt, 1,800 Wh battery, enough to travel up to 240 km on a single charge. According to the company, this energy would be equivalent to charging approximately 1,500 smartphones simultaneously. Furthermore, its power-to-weight ratio exceeds that of a Bugatti Veyron , allowing it to combine lightness with extreme power, something unheard of in a two-wheeled vehicle.

Bo has made it clear that the Turbo isn't designed for street riding or as a replacement for a conventional urban scooter . Its goal is to break speed records, inspire electric mobility enthusiasts, and showcase what these vehicles are capable of when designed without restrictions.

The development of the Turbo has been long and meticulous. Based on the Bo M, the company's urban scooter, the project required 18 months of testing and fine-tuning, combining advanced engineering, quality, and style. Morgan describes how they sought a balance between power and robustness. “We could have something cheap and weak, or expensive and fast, but of poor quality. What we wanted was somewhere in between: power, quality, and style. We were lucky to have the skill to create it and the ingenuity to think it would be easy.”

Although the Turbo won't be mass-produced, Bo is preparing a small number of units for collectors and licensed motorcyclists, with a starting price of €27,500. The first delivery is planned for 2026, coinciding with the inaugural Formula 1 Grand Prix in Madrid. Meanwhile, the company continues to develop its road-going version, the Bo Model-M, which will hit the market this August, starting in the United States. It is designed for those seeking a fun, powerful, and safe electric driving experience that's accessible for everyday use.

With the Turbo and Model-M, Bo aims to appeal to two types of users: those looking to upgrade their experience compared to mid-range scooters, such as Segways , and those who don't currently use scooters but want an innovative and unique vehicle. "Most of our users are successful in their fields and are willing to try something before it becomes mainstream," says Morgan.