Due to the 100% electric drivetrain of the bike, it is exempt from the strict licensing requirements for gasoline-powered motorbikes in the larger metropolitan areas such as Shanghai[2] and Beijing.

[3] The European version of the Urban S will have CBS in order to meet the EEC type approval legislation.

The batteries have a predicted lifespan of 125,000 miles (201,000 km) before reaching a charging capacity of 80% but can still be used after this point with a reduced range.

The Urban S comes under the 125 cc classification in Europe so can therefore be ridden on an A1[4] license or a CBT in the UK It uses a 400A DC wave controller with regenerative braking to increase efficiency.

The hub design allows better cooling, a decreased chance of overheating/warping the casing and increases the life span of the unit.