Škoda unveils the Slavia B Electric Bike Concept, a modern tribute to its first motorcycle from 1899. Futuristic design, classic heritage, and bold innovation on two wheels.
Škoda has pulled the wraps off a stunning new concept — the Slavia B Electric Bike. Designed as a futuristic tribute to the brand’s earliest motorcycles, the Slavia B concept combines classic design cues with a sleek, modern electric twist. With slick tyres, clean lines, and leather detailing, it’s a head-turner that blends the past with tomorrow’s technology.
Built under Škoda’s evolving “Modern Solid” design language, the Slavia B Electric Bike stands out for its minimalist silhouette, sharp surfaces, and a bold floating logo where the engine once sat. It may be fully electric now, but it stays true to the spirit of the 1899 original — a time when Škoda (then Laurin & Klement) was just beginning its journey on two wheels.
Modern Take on a Timeless Classic
The Slavia B concept is the first model revealed in a new Škoda series that reimagines its most iconic vehicles for the modern era. French designer Romain Bucaille, who normally focuses on car exteriors, led the project, bringing a fresh eye to motorcycle design.
Rather than hiding its mechanical soul, the Slavia B embraces it. The empty space in the frame — where the original Slavia B housed a 240cc single-cylinder engine — now showcases a floating Škoda emblem. Other standout details include a floating seat design, a leather tool bag built into the frame, and a bold vertical frame split that highlights its unique café racer stance.
The bike also tips its hat to Škoda’s early motorsport history. In 1901, a factory rider completed the gruelling Paris–Berlin race on the original Slavia B, a feat that inspired the modern design’s sporty, endurance-ready look.
Production and Design Details
The design process began with pencil sketches before moving to digital renders and 3D models. This workflow allowed Bucaille to refine the proportions and styling with precision. While the Slavia B remains a design study with no production plans announced, it represents Škoda’s approach to exploring future mobility while respecting its historic roots.
A Look Back at the Original Slavia B
The original Slavia B, built under the Laurin & Klement name in 1899, was powered by a 240cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine. It produced 1.75 horsepower and could reach a top speed of 40 km/h (25 mph). The motorcycle was simple in construction, using a belt drive system without a gearbox, while pedals were included for auxiliary propulsion. Between 1899 and 1904, Laurin & Klement manufactured 540 units of the Slavia B, marking the company’s early success in two-wheeled engineering.
The Slavia B also played a significant role in motorsport history. In 1901, a factory rider completed the gruelling Paris–Berlin race on a Slavia B, becoming the only motorcycle finisher among ten competitors.
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