As electric motorcycles and dirt bikes become more popular, an increasing number of riders are making the switch from yesterday’s technology to today’s. Check out the epic video below showing how an electric dirt bike can ride in places that a gas bike rider could never dream of.
Lightning’s newest electric sportbike recently attended its first public showing since its launch in March. Just days afterwards, the company shared an inside glimpse of the newest e-moto’s production line.
As an electric vehicle journalist specializing in two-wheelers, I’ve had the pleasure of riding many more than my fair share of electric motorbikes. I believe 2019 is the year that these powerful, efficient, and fun vehicles finally take off and receive the mass market attention that they deserve.
And so it is with great pleasure that I get to announce that my latest book, Electric Motorcycles 2019, launches today. And it is available for up to 90% off for a limited time.
There’s no shortage of electric bicycles on the market. New models seem to pop up almost daily. But what we don’t see very often are electric bicycles designed by world-renowned motorcycle industry pioneers. The Fuell Fluid may be the first of its kind, and it goes on sale today. The bike features high-end components, dual batteries, and impressive range – you’ll want to check this one out.
Energica is well known for their range of electric sportbikes. The Italian electric motorcycle manufacturer even provides the electric racing motorcycles for the MotoE series.
But if you were worried that you can’t handle their 150 mph (251 km/h) bikes, then don’t fret. The company has announced a new riding academy that will train you with the pros.
Honda recently took their new CR Electric dirt bike concept to the track. It was captured on video displaying some impressive performance.
Check out the video below to see it in action.
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Kawasaki is one of the Japanese Big Four motorcycle manufacturers, yet they’ve had little to show in the way of electric vehicles. That makes the recent uncovering of a Kawasaki patent application for a battery swapping Ninja-style electric motorcycle all the more surprising.
Emflux’s first electric motorcycle has been under development for the past two years. Now we’re getting a look at the prototype, which could become one of the next top contenders for affordable electric motorcycles.
Curtiss Motorcycles has just unveiled the pricing and additional specs for their Zeus electric motorcycle. The bike is positioned as the company’s flagship model and will be available in multiple formats.
The CSC City Slicker is an urban electric motorcycle designed to be ultra-affordable. Now that I’ve got about 200 miles on my City Slicker electric motorcycle, I can firmly say that you can’t find another e-moto out there that can do more for less. This thing has been an absolute hoot to ride. Read on to see why.
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Rumors about Evoke’s new electric cruiser project have been swirling for the better part of a year. Now Electrek has received an exclusive first look at the new concept’s design.
Believe it or not, the Big 4 motorcycle makers in Japan are apparently working together on a new electric motorcycle standard.
The Lightning Strike electric motorcycle, which was teased for months, was just unveiled minutes ago.
The bike features an impressive array of specs and a low entry price of just $12,998.
Triumph has reportedly filed a number of trademarks for an upcoming Trident line of motorcycles. Multiple sources are reporting that the new line could be Triumph’s first ever electric motorcycle.
Swedish electric dirt bike company CAKE is planning on debuting a new add-on to their bikes next week. The company has teamed up with Gates Carbon Drive to upgrade their electric dirt bike and motorcycle models to a belt drive system.
The Lightning Strike electric motorcycle is set to be officially unveiled on Thursday.
But thanks to CycleNews jumping the gun, the majority of the specs on the most affordable electric sportbike have already been released. Check them out below.
The Lightning Strike electric motorcycle is perhaps the most highly anticipated electric motorcycle of the year. Based on what we know so far, it has the potential reshape the electric motorcycle industry. Lightning has just announced that the bike will be unveiled this week, so get ready. Read on for all the details.
KYMCO displayed its impressively-spec’d SuperNEX electric motorcycle at the Tokyo Motorcycle Show where it also unveiled Noodoe’s new EV charging infrastructure. Electrek was on site and caught up with KYMCO’s chairman to learn more about the electric superbike and the company’s future plans.
Honda took to the Tokyo Motorcycle Show yesterday to debut its latest EV work. The company unveiled two models including a CR Electric dirt bike and Benly Electric city delivery scooter.
Rayvolt is a premium electric bicycle manufacturer located in Barcelona. They are celebrating three years of operation today and invited Electrek out to Barcelona to see their full line of vintage-inspired e-bikes. Despite their young age, Rayvolt has built an impressive number of bikes that have been delivered all over the world.
In a disastrous turn of events, a garage fire broke out in the facility holding the MotoE racing series electric motorcycles. Early reports are that all 18 bikes were consumed in the blaze.
Lightning Motorcycles still hasn’t entirely dropped the veil on their upcoming 150 mph (241 km/h) Strike electric motorcycle. But they have shared a number of details, with the latest being the multitude of fast and slow charging options.
Harley-Davidson’s new LiveWire premium electric motorcycle will begin deliveries this fall. Ahead of production, the company has now released more finalized specs including better range than originally expected.
Famed motorcycle designer Erik Buell unveiled his new electric motorcycle brand today. In addition to a futuristic-looking new electric motorcycle design, the company also debuted a tech-infused electric bicycle.
