City slickers could soon have a new way to get about town, thanks to an electric moped you can charge at home.

Called the Motochimp, the electric mini moto which is fully charged by a house plug in less than one hour could revolutionise the inner city commute.

The diminutive bike is an emission-free ride capable of a top speed of more than 20 mph (32 kph) - making it ideal for the ride to work on rush hour roads.

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The company behind the design claims it is eco-friendly, fashionable and the antidote to traditional urban transport.

To charge the bike, simply plug the adaptor into any conventional socket. Within one hour, the bike will have a range of almost 40 miles (60km).

The Motochimp has been designed by Singaporean electrics experts, Vanda Electrics, and is being launched at this week's Shenzhen International Industrial Design Fair in China.

It is expected to arrive in the UK, Europe and the US at a later date and will cost around £1,300 ($1,600).

It is one-metre (3 ft 2 in-inch) long, has an aluminium frame and is powered by a 48V, 350 watt electric rear hub motor

The bike has been designed by Singaporean electrics experts, Vanda Electrics, and is being launched at this week's Shenzhen International Industrial Design Fair in China

Larissa Tan, Vanda Electrics CEO, said: 'Motochimp is also all about accessibility.

'With a range of up to 60 km [37 miles] from a 60-minute charge, and all from a standard plug socket, it won't cost the earth to buy or run.

'In designing Motochimp, our original concept was inspired by a sketch from a 10-year old girl.

After charging the bike for just one hour, riders will have a range of almost 40 miles (60 km)

MOTOCHIMP: AN ELECTRIC MINI-BIKE BUILT FOR THE CITY The Motochimp is designed by Singapore's Vanda Electrics. The bike is being launched at this week's Shenzhen International Industrial Design Fair in China. It is expected to arrive in the UK, Europe and USA at a later date and cost around £1,300 ($1,600). It is one-metre (3 ft 2 in-inch) long, has an aluminium frame and is powered by a 48V, 350 watt electric rear hub motor. Riders can charge the bike by plugging the adaptor into any conventional socket. Within one hour, the bike will have a range of almost 40 miles (60 km). The diminutive bike is an emission-free ride capable of a top speed of more than 20 mph (32 kph) - making it ideal for the ride to work on rush hour roads. Born to be wild? The tiny electric bike built in Singapore is built for the city commute Advertisement

The Motochimp, which is one-metre (3 ft 2 in-inch) long, has an aluminium frame and is powered by a 48V, 350 watt electric rear hub motor.

Energy is stored by a lithium-ion battery with the power plug hidden under the rider's seat.

The Motochimp's slim design makes it perfect for weaving in and out of traffic and people

Motochimp is expected to arrive in the UK, Europe and the US after its release in Asia and cost around £1,300 ($1,600)

Motochimp's makers say it is 'ideal for zips around town at your whim and fancy'

Riders kickstart their hogs using a contactless RFID key, with a master key which can be used to code five additional keys.

If racing red doesn't take your fancy then the bikes are also available in blue and yellow.

The bike's makers say: 'Its energy efficient performance blends in with urban schedules and landscapes, making it ideal for zips around town at your whim and fancy.'

Riders kickstart their hogs using a contactless RFID key, with a master key which can be used to code five additional keys

The tiny bikes are designed to fit in with the lack of space in urban environments, making them perfect for getting about the busy city

A small kick stand means the bike can be stood upright, while it is powered by a lithium-ion battery with the power plug hidden under the rider's seat