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Damon’s HyperFighter Colossus is a meaty, muscular electric motorcycle.

January 10, 2022 by Adam Birney

The Canadian startup Damon Motors showed off their upcoming line of electric motorcycles at this year’s CES, the HyperFighter Colossus. Built for a new generation of urban riders, the HyperFighter has the technology to match its epic-sounding name. Utilizing Damon’s HyperDrive powertrain, it’ll go fast and far with 170 mph max speed, 146-mile range, and …

Ducati takes it’s first electric racing motorcycle for a spin

December 22, 2021 by Adam Birney

Two months ago, Ducati agreed to be the exclusive supplier of MotoE racing electric motorcycles. Now, we’ve got our first glimpse at what’s to come. The Ducati V21L, still an electric prototype, performed several laps around the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli track. While the bike was seen roaring down the racetrack, Ducati didn’t release …

Kawasaki to launch three electric motorcycles next year

November 29, 2021 by Adam Birney

Kawasaki may not be a forerunner in the EV market, but they have vowed to only sell electric vehicles in developed countries by 2035. Yet, the Japanese manufacturer still hasn’t released a single road-ready electric motorcycle. However, that’s about to change in 2022. In an announcement from Kawasaki’s CEO Hiroshi at EICMA 2021, the company …

Kawasaki going all-electric with its motorcycles by 2035

October 26, 2021October 13, 2021 by Curtis Joe

Japanese motorcycle manufacturer Kawasaki has announced that it will move its entire motorcycle lineup to an electric platform by 2035. These will be marketed in developed countries: the US, Canada, Europe, Australia, and Japan. This statement may come as a surprise, as Kawasaki has not yet produced any all-electric motorcycles. However, they have been hard …

The best cheap electric mopeds

October 4, 2021September 23, 2021 by Jay Speakman

Technology has long been considered the nemesis of the environment. However, technology is now helping reverse the climate crisis by offering clean, eco-friendly options that don’t burn carbon such as electric mopeds. If you are interested in battery-powered mopeds, motorcycles, and similar rides, find the ones which will make your life greener, easier, and …

Electric bikes vs electric scooters vs electric mopeds vs electric motorcycles: What’s the difference?

October 4, 2021September 18, 2021 by Randell Suba

Personal mobility devices are gaining popularity. Electric bikes, electric scooters, electric mopeds, and electric motorcycles are accessible and efficient personal electric vehicles. Don’t miss: 10 best electric bicycles you can get The best electric kick-scooters you can buy right now The best electric motorcycles you can buy Whether you are picking between an electric bike …

Tesla Motorcycle: Why there may never be one, best concepts, and competitors

October 4, 2021September 16, 2021 by Bogdan Petrovan

Is there a Tesla motorcycle? The short answer is no, and if you believe Elon Musk, there might never be one. The entrepreneur has personal reasons why he doesn’t want Tesla to release an electric motorcycle. (More about that in a second.) But Musk is known for changing his mind, so the mythical Tesla …

Electric motorcycles: A buyer’s guide

September 20, 2021September 8, 2021 by Bogdan Petrovan

So you want to buy an electric motorcycle. Congratulations, and welcome to the future. In this electric motorcycles buyer’s guide, you’ll find the key information you’ll need to find a good purchase, make the most of your it, and avoid the most common pitfalls. Electric motorcycles are set to take over two-wheeled transportation, but that …

The best electric motorcycles you can buy – November 2021

November 5, 2021September 8, 2021 by Bogdan Petrovan

“It’ll be too loud, too dangerous. Nobody’s gonna want to buy that.” This is what Arthur Davidson said about a bigger, stronger, faster motorbike, according to the miniseries Harley and the Davidsons. Throttle forward a century, and now there are nearly 10 million registered motorcycles in the United States. The industry faces completely opposite doubts …

The top things to know when you shop for an electric scooter (e-moped)

September 20, 2021August 31, 2021 by Jay Speakman

Often referred to as electric scooters, electric mopeds (e-mopeds) come with a back-heavy step-through frame and are paired with a less powerful motor and smaller wheels than your traditional motorbike. However, sometimes that is exactly why they are the perfect choice for frequent city commuters. Most e-mopeds have an average power range of 2HP and …