The Voltra design shows what can be done when you don't need a gas tank.
See more here....
http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/eco-motorcycles-voltra-an-all-electric-motorcycle-for-the-fashion-conscious
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Voltra
The Voltra design shows what can be done when you don't need a gas tank.
See more here....
http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/eco-motorcycles-voltra-an-all-electric-motorcycle-for-the-fashion-conscious
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Cool concept
Most "real bikers" comments are lame and I'm pretty sure anyone who really rides a bike doesn't want that exposed rear tire.... but no denying the look of the electric motor is cool!
Without an exhaust pipe and a loud rumble to show that there is something mean under the bodywork, electric bikes are going to need to have creatively designed batteries and motors. I think there is an opportunity for electric motorcycles to actually look cooler than gas powered bikes. Visible spinning armatures, controlled sparks, artfully designed processors, circuit boards and wiring. It's all about showing off the flux capacitor.
Without an exhaust pipe and a loud rumble to show that there is something mean under the bodywork, electric bikes are going to need to have creatively designed batteries and motors. I think there is an opportunity for electric motorcycles to actually look cooler than gas powered bikes. Visible spinning armatures, controlled sparks, artfully designed processors, circuit boards and wiring. It's all about showing off the flux capacitor.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Vectrix on the ropes
Vectrix builds electric scooters but had some cool concept electric motorcycles. Too bad they are going out of business... they laid off all their employees and are reported to be filing for bankruptcy. Even their website got laid off! Well at least they are still here on Wikipedia...
Saturday, July 11, 2009
The FIM creates a new Series for Electric Motorcycles in 2010
A racing series for electric motorcycles will bring technology to a new level!
Press Release:
The FIM creates a new Series for Electric Motorcycles in 2010
Following the success of the TTXGP race held on the Isle of Man on June 12, the FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) has decided to create a FIM Series for electric bikes in 2010. This new FIM Series will be managed by the Road Racing Commission, a great and innovative project led by Mr Azhar Hussain a UK Entrepreneur founder of the TTXGP. The FIM Series for electric bikes will provide an international platform for the development of electric bikes and the technology behind them to be tested in an exciting and challenging way. It aims at driving low-carbon technological innovation forward, to demonstrate that clean-emission transport technologies have matured and can be fun, fast and exciting.
FIM President Vito Ippolito
“I am very happy to welcome this new Series, the future of the sport depends on our capacity as well as that of the manufacturers to innovate quickly. We are convinced that very shortly the motorcycle World Championships will be accessible to non-polluting engines as far as gas and sound emissions are concerned. Now that this important decision is taken, we have to work on rules and calendar to be ready to compete in 2010”
TTXGP Founder Azhar Hussain
“With the success of the TTXGP on the Isle of Man, we have shown that low-carbon technology is ready to deliver the thrills and passion for both spectators and riders. In partnership with the FIM, we are taking the next step and proud to be pushing new frontiers in motorsports technology both on and off the track. Competition improves the breed, so we hope this new Series will come to be seen as a milestone event in bringing new transportation technology to the world beyond motorcycling. We invite the best and the brightest in the world to join the global Series and be with us at the dawn of the next generation of motorsports.”
Press Release:
The FIM creates a new Series for Electric Motorcycles in 2010
Following the success of the TTXGP race held on the Isle of Man on June 12, the FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) has decided to create a FIM Series for electric bikes in 2010. This new FIM Series will be managed by the Road Racing Commission, a great and innovative project led by Mr Azhar Hussain a UK Entrepreneur founder of the TTXGP. The FIM Series for electric bikes will provide an international platform for the development of electric bikes and the technology behind them to be tested in an exciting and challenging way. It aims at driving low-carbon technological innovation forward, to demonstrate that clean-emission transport technologies have matured and can be fun, fast and exciting.
FIM President Vito Ippolito
“I am very happy to welcome this new Series, the future of the sport depends on our capacity as well as that of the manufacturers to innovate quickly. We are convinced that very shortly the motorcycle World Championships will be accessible to non-polluting engines as far as gas and sound emissions are concerned. Now that this important decision is taken, we have to work on rules and calendar to be ready to compete in 2010”
TTXGP Founder Azhar Hussain
“With the success of the TTXGP on the Isle of Man, we have shown that low-carbon technology is ready to deliver the thrills and passion for both spectators and riders. In partnership with the FIM, we are taking the next step and proud to be pushing new frontiers in motorsports technology both on and off the track. Competition improves the breed, so we hope this new Series will come to be seen as a milestone event in bringing new transportation technology to the world beyond motorcycling. We invite the best and the brightest in the world to join the global Series and be with us at the dawn of the next generation of motorsports.”
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Eastlake high school student builds electric motorcycle
How cool is this... For his senior project Brunner built a silent running electric motorcycle... read the rest of this article here on the Sammamish Review
Friday, May 15, 2009
Electric motors can look cool
The quantya supermoto has done a great job of making their electric motor look cool!! Forget about wrapping it in a plastic box! show it off...
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Almost an electric motorcycle
This Peugeot Concept is almost a motorcycle! With its three wheels it would pass as a motorcycle in many states.
See more of the Peugeot Design Contest 2008
See more of the Peugeot Design Contest 2008
Monday, April 27, 2009
Isle of Man TTXGP race on June 12, 2009
The first of its kind, an all electric motorcycle race will be held on the world famous Isle of Man.
The race website can be seen here: http://www.ttxgp.com/. 13 teams are competing from around the world but primarily UK and West Coast, USA.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Mission One - electric superbike
Check out the cool futuristic bike from Mission One. It uses a 3 Phase AC Induction motor with 100ft lb of torque and lithium-ion batteries. Top speed reported at 150mph.
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