16 Years of Innovation
Founded in 2009 by Dutch brothers Taco and Ties Carlier in Amsterdam, VanMoof set out to revolutionize urban mobility. From the early mechanical models to cutting-edge electric bikes, this is the complete journey of VanMoof's evolution.
2009 - 2023
The founding era under Taco & Ties Carlier
Early Period (2008-2011)
The beginning of VanMoof: Simple, elegant city bikes
VanMoof No. 3
The very first VanMoof model. Simple, elegant city bike that started it all.
VanMoof No. 6
Third model in the original lineup, establishing VanMoof's design language.
M2 Generation (2012-2013)
Second generation lineup with refined design and electric beta
VanMoof 10 Electrified Beta
First step into electric bikes - the beginning of a revolution.
Mid Period (2014-2016)
Expansion and refinement of the lineup with new series
VanMoof D Series M3 (Düsenjäger)
M3 generation of the legendary Düsenjäger "Jet Fighter" design.
Smart Generation (2017-2021)
Connected bikes with anti-theft technology and electric revolution
VanMoof Electrified S & Smart S
First generation of electric S-series with revolutionary integrated design.
VanMoof Electrified X & Smart X
Step-through variant of the Electrified series with smart features.
VanMoof Electrified S2
Second generation with improved motor and enhanced smart features.
VanMoof Electrified X2
Step-through version with enhanced connectivity and performance.
VanMoof S3
Iconic third generation with Turbo Boost, Kick Lock, and Matrix Display.
Iconic
VanMoof Archives for Legacy Models
VanMoof has unveiled their maintenance archive with repair guides & technical illustrations for S2/X2, S1/X1, M-series, and SmartBikes. Access product manuals, parts lists, electronic architecture diagrams, component breakdowns, and diagnostic procedures.
VanMoof V Concept (2021)
The revolutionary hyperbike that never made it to production
VanMoof V
High-speed hyperbike concept. 50 km/h, dual motors, 700 Wh battery. Never released due to bankruptcy.
PrototypeFlagship Era (2022-2023)
The most advanced models before bankruptcy
VanMoof S5
Premium flagship with improved motor, halo ring interface, and refined design.
Flagship
July 2023: VanMoof 1.0 Bankruptcy
Despite the success of the S5 & A5, cash burn from previous models and the Series 4 development led to bankruptcy. The Carlier brothers' era ended after 14 years of innovation.
2023 - Present
The McLaren Applied era: A new beginning
August 2023: McLaren Applied Acquisition
McLaren Applied acquired VanMoof's assets and intellectual property, bringing new leadership, resources, and commitment to continuing the VanMoof legacy.
New Generation (2024-2025)
The rebirth of VanMoof
VanMoof S6
Latest generation Autoshift Hub, new sounds, and McLaren-engineered Halo Rings.
Latest
VanMoof S6 Open
Step-through variant with all S6 innovations but with a quirky name. Instead of calling it the A6, it’s the S6 Open.
LatestFuture & Concepts
What's next for VanMoof
Series 7
Next flagship generation with rumored adaptive lighting and removable battery.
Coming Soon
Scooter Series 1
The foldable scooter that Lavoie Electric once designed and advertised is rumored to be rebranded as the VanMoof Series 1.
Uncertain
VanMoof V Revival
Will the legendary hyperbike return under McLaren Applied?
UncertainBy The Numbers
VanMoof's journey in numbers