eimoottorisoitu

Eimoottorisoitu is a Finnish term used to describe devices, vehicles or equipment that are not powered by an engine or motor. Literally meaning “not motorized,” it is formed from ei (not) and moottorisoitu (motorized). In Finnish usage, eimoottorisoitu can appear as a single compound word or, in running text, as two words (ei moottorisoitu). The term is commonly used in technical, regulatory, and commercial contexts to distinguish non-motorized variants from motorized ones.

Typical domains include transportation and recreation, such as polkupyörät (bicycles) that are human-powered, soutuveneet (rowboats), kajakit (kayaks), and purjeveneet (sailboats) without auxiliary engines. It also covers manually operated tools and equipment, where propulsion comes from human effort or natural forces rather than an engine. In catalogs, product specifications, and safety standards, eimoottorisoitu signals that a product lacks an engine and may be subject to different usage, maintenance, and emission considerations compared to moottorisoitu products.

Usage and nuance: the term is descriptive and context-dependent, not a formal international standard in itself, and its exact application can vary by organization or industry. In everyday Finnish, alternatives such as ei moottorikäyttöinen or manuaalinen may be used depending on the context.

See also: moottorisoitu, ei moottorikäyttöinen, manual propulsion.