Green Car Congress

MAY 9, 2012

has announced pricing and production plans for the Empulse and Empulse R electric motorcycles and previewed the new design. The Empulse offers a 100-mile (161-kilometer) range and 100-mph top speed. Brammo, Inc. Brammo Empulse R. Click to enlarge. The Empulse will be available in Q1 2013.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 28, 2011

has entered into a supply and distribution agreement with Lightning Motorcycles, the maker of the world’s fastest production electric motorcycle. Ener1 will also supply cells for Lightning’s commuter motorcycle and scooter, which will be developed over the next few years. Ener1, Inc. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MAY 17, 2013

Electric motorcycle company Zero Motorcycles signed its first eastern Asia distributor, Yuen Ho Trading Company, Ltd. In celebration of the occasion, Zero Motorcycles representatives were in Hong Kong presenting the Hong Kong government with 59 MY 2012 Zero S motorcycles as part of Zero’s single largest fleet sale to date.

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Electrek

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

The newly unveiled Yadea Kemper electric motorcycle was just shown off for the first time at the EICMA 2023 Milan Motorcycle Show. Electrek was there to get an up-close look at this impressive new electric motorcycle, which features high-speed performance and even higher-speed charging.

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Electrek

OCTOBER 26, 2021

As someone who rides, reviews and covers news on electric motorcycles, I hear the same thing all the time: “I’d love an electric motorcycle, but they’re all so expensive. Electric motorcycles really are expensive. Zero’s flagship electric motorcycles cost $20k. Maybe when prices come down.”

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Green Car Congress

MAY 16, 2012

to supply Gen4 motor controllers ( earlier post ) for Brammo’s newly launched Empulse and Empulse R electric motorcycles. The 100 mph (161 km/h) Empulse R features Brammo’s Integrated Electric Transmission (IET), which consists of a specially designed electric motor, clutch and six-speed manual transmission. Sevcon, Inc.,

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Electrek

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Ducati has unveiled yet another electric scooter, the PRO-III, but its specs are nowhere near the electric motorcycles that the company claims it can build. more… The post Ducati unveils another electric scooter, still claims it can build 150 mph electric motorcycles appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The last time we covered Max Biaggi and his Voxman Wattman electric motorcycle, he had just set a new land speed record for electric motorcycles at 254 mph (408 km/h). more… The post This 283 mph electric motorcycle just broke a bunch of land speed records, including its own appeared first on Electrek.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 31, 2009

Zero Motorcycles launched the Zero DS, a fully electric dual sport motorcycle for on and off-road riding. The DS is powered by Zero Motorcycles’s Z-Force electric drivetrain. With a 4 kWh Li-ion pack, the DS has a top speed of 55 mph (90 km/h) and has a range of up to 50 miles (80 km). The Zero DS. Click to enlarge.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 27, 2021

Motorcycles, bicycles, scooters and other forms of two-wheeled micromobility will have a means of announcing their presence using only a smartphone to much larger vehicles in order to prevent accidents between the two. Ridar: Automatically launches in background once the vehicle exceeds 10 mph.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 22, 2011

AllCell Technologies ( earlier post ) has teamed with two Purdue University engineering students to produce an electric motorcycle with leading performance and drive range. Initial testing indicates a maximum speed of more than 120 mph (193 km/h) and a range of more than 120 miles.

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Electrek

NOVEMBER 13, 2021

They say motorcycle riders are masters of calculated risk. And as much fun as I’ve had on several different models of electric motorcycles lately, I’m not sure I’d take a risk on the latest bike I’ve found.

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CleanTechnica EVs

APRIL 11, 2021

Segway Ninebot recently revealed plans for an all-new, full-sized electric sportbike promising a 0–60 MPH time of about 4 seconds and a 90+ MPH top speed.

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Electrek

JANUARY 6, 2022

Canadian startup Damon Motors has taken to CES 2022 to show off plans for a second electric motorcycle line known as the HyperFighter Colossus. more… The post Damon Motors unveils new 170 mph HyperFighter electric motorcycle line appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The light electric motorcycle market has expanded far beyond that of the larger and flashier flagship electric sportbikes. more… The post Closer look at Tromox’s new 55 MPH light electric motorcycle and e-dirt bike appeared first on Electrek. One of the most interesting on the small-sized end of the market is Tromox.

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Electrek

AUGUST 30, 2022

The commuter-class electric motorcycle market is heating up quickly, with the Kollter RS1 set to become the next mid-power bike hitting US roads. The post Kollter RS1 80 mph electric motorcycle will start cruising US roads soon appeared first on Electrek.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 15, 2012

Electric motorcycle manufacturer Brammo has revealed two brand new motorcycles, the Empulse and Empulse R. Each motorcycle offers both a 100 mph top speed, and 100 miles of range. Power is put to.

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Electric bicycle company SONDORS has expanded into the larger electric mobility space with the announcement of a highway-capable electric motorcycle. more… The post Closer look at the battery behind SONDORS’ low-cost 80 mph electric motorcycle appeared first on Electrek.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 17, 2010

Today at the Long Beach International Motorcycle Show, Mission Motors unveiled the Mission R, the company’s new electric racing superbike. The Mission R chassis, designed by James Parker, features an entirely new design for integrating and balancing the weight and volume of a large EV battery pack into a motorcycle chassis.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 18, 2014

A start-up is bringing the old Bultaco motorcycle brand back to the market with the planned launch of a line of electric two-wheelers. The new company unveiled the Rapitán and Rapitán Sport prototypes—close approximations to the Bultaco motorcycles that will be brought to market later in 2014. The Bultaco Rapitán.

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The Azusa, California-based motorcycle dealer CSC Motorcycles has just unveiled its latest electric motorcycle: the CSC RX1E. The post CSC RX1E electric motorcycle coming to US riders, hitting 80 mph for under $8,000 appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

JULY 26, 2023

The CSC RX1E is a rare breed of electric motorcycle in the US. How well can a budget-priced highway-capable electric motorcycle ride? more… The post CSC RX1E electric motorcycle complete review: The first low-cost 80 MPH e-moto appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

JULY 25, 2022

Two of the most cited reasons for car commuters shunning smaller vehicles like bikes, scooters and motorcycles are safety and weather. The post This 50 MPH fully-enclosed electric vehicle offers car-like convenience in a motorcycle size appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

From animal-shaped electric boats and e-submarines to electric versions of Henry Ford’s Model T and even electric motorcycles with only one wheel. more… The post Awesomely Weird Alibaba EV of the Week: 60 mph standing electric scooter death machine appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Then you may want to check out the PNY Ponie , an electric cargo motorcycle designed for heavy hauling in tight spaces. more… The post Ever seen a cargo motorcycle? PNY just unveiled these 60 MPH electric workhorses appeared first on Electrek. But what happens when those solutions just aren’t big enough?

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Electrek

MARCH 15, 2022

The brand had teased multiple new electric bicycle models and hinted at a light electric motorcycle. The SUPER73-C1X electric motorcycle concept was unveiled alongside a new entry-level Z-series e-bike, an updated R-Series bike, and a new kid’s electric balance bike.

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Electrek

APRIL 14, 2021

But years later the Milwaukee-based motorcycle manufacturer hasn’t shown us any more progress than a two-year-old prototype. more… The post Harley’s electric moped stalled, so this 55 mph Chinese version ripped off the design appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

OCTOBER 4, 2022

The Sur Ron Storm Bee has been one of the most hotly anticipated electric motorcycles in the US for several years running. The post Sur Ron Storm Bee 68-MPH, off-road electric motorcycle gets US arrival date, takes pre-orders appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars are for Girls

JANUARY 20, 2012

KillaJoule is the Killacycle racing team's salute to pure speed at 218 mph.! Interview with Eva Hakannson.

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Electrek

AUGUST 14, 2022

Last month we broke the news of the Ryvid Anthem’s unveiling, watching as the designers finally took the innovative electric motorcycle out of stealth mode. The post Ryvid Anthem launched as lower cost 75 MPH electric motorcycle in the US appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

JUNE 23, 2021

When SONDORS first unveiled its 80 mph (130 km/h) electric motorcycle known as the Metacycle, the unique design was seriously eye-catching. more… The post Closer look: A single piece of aluminum makes up SONDORS Metacycle electric motorcycle frame appeared first on Electrek.

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Electrek

DECEMBER 3, 2024

At the moment, not too many companies can deliver a Street-legal dual-sport motorcycle at entry-level prices. So when Solar Scooter, a UK-based company, asked us to review their 60 mph fully street-legal electric motorcycle, I had to see what this bike was about.

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Electrek

APRIL 4, 2022

When Alrendo first rolled onto the scene with its 135 km/h (84 mph) TS Bravo electric motorcycles , the commuter bikes looked ready to inflict some serious damage on the conventional gas-bike market.

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Electrek

MARCH 1, 2022

Richard Hatfield’s electric motorcycle company Lightning Motorcycles is no stranger to speed. The company’s LS-218 bike got its name from a 218 mph (351 km/h) run when it snatched the long-held electric motorcycle land speed record in 2012.

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National Green Transportation

AUGUST 15, 2011

This week the Lightning Motorcycles team broke new ground with electric motorcycles at the Speed Week event on the Bonneville Salt Flats. During qualifications they shattered last years land speed record of 173 miles/hr with a stunning 33.

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Green Car Reports

MAY 17, 2017

Lightning Motorcycles is known for pushing the boundaries of electric motorcycles. In 2013, it set the record for the fastest production electric motorcycle, at an adrenaline-pumping 218 mph.

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National Green Transportation

AUGUST 16, 2011

Not ones to rest on their laurels, the Lightning Motorcycles electric motorcycle race team has done it again. At 12:14 PM today they smashed the land speed record they set on Sunday for electric motorcycles, achieving a.

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