Traditional 125cc (and sometimes 250cc models) have always been the number one choice for commuting mainly because of their affordable price, efficiency, light weight, and reliability. So, if we are looking to transition to zero emissions vehicles, then there should be more electric motorcycle alternatives to traditional two-wheelers with 125cc displacement. 

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    In today’s video we wanted to see how good lightweight motorcycles are going to be in the upcoming 2024 model year. To do so, we have put together a video presentation dedicated to battery-electric models that could compete with this traditional class in terms of performance and running cost.

    All bikes from this video:

    00:00 Yadea Kemper
    yadea.com/electric-motorcycle/Kemper

    02:02 Kawasaki e-1
    kawasaki.com/en-us/motorcycle/ninja/sport/ninja-e-1

    03:57 Ryvid Anthem
    ryvid.com/products/anthem

    05:43 Super73 C1X
    super73.com/c1x

    07:26 BMW CE 02
    www.press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0422302EN/the-new-bmw-ce-02

    09:07 CSC RX1E
    cscmotorcycles.com/buy-a-bike/electric-scooters/rx1e-electric-motorcycle/

    10:41 Ateliers HeritageBike Heritage Spirit Scrambler
    ateliers-heritagebike.com/en/electric-motorbikes/52-heritage-spirit-scrambler-pre-order.html

    12:09 Maeving RM1S
    maeving.com/products/maeving-rm1s

    Last year yadia an internationally recognized manufacturer of electric scooters and rideables showcased their first entry into the electric motorcycle class it was a city-oriented electric motorbike with performance comparative to the 125c class with 10 KW of peak output that model was capable of riding at speeds up to 60 MPH and covering

    Distances up to 80 M thanks to the duo of 72v 32 amp battery packs this year however yadia has decided to raise the performance bar even further and showcased an even more capable two-wheeler besides getting a 23 KW mid-drive motor the upcoming Yia keer also puts a great emphasis on fighting

    Range anxiety the bike is equipped with a 320 volt 20 amp battery with lithium iron phosphate chemistry this battery supports fast charging at public stations through type 2 and CCS connectors consequently you would be able to restore 80% of the range in just 10 minutes however the manufacturer has

    Not shared the estimated range figure yet in terms of performance the keer could easily compete with its 125cc if not 250cc counterparts with 40 KW of peak output and 420 lb feet of wheel torque this bike easily Sprints from 0 to 60 MPH and 4.9 seconds and can climb

    Hills with 30° inclines the top speed is said to be limited to 100 mph the standard configuration gets you Brembo brakes with abs a KYB inverted fork and a KYB mid-mount shock class D LED headlamps and a 7-in TFT smart dashboard that is connected to the Yia control app

    Last year during the Milan Motor Show Kawasaki finally confirmed their intentions of producing battery electric models it seems that the Japanese are sticking to their promises and some of their conceptual models have already been shown in production ready guises the first Kawasaki models that Embrace electrification will be the battery

    Powered alternatives to the fully cowed ninja and naked Z bikes with 125c displacement their bikes will be powered by an aircooled mid-mounted motor with single reduction Gear transmission the motor has 5 KW of nominal output and two performance settings Road and Eco in the Eco Mode you’d be able to reach speeds

    Up to 40 mph while the road mode unlocks the 53 mph top speed if you need to pass someone on the highway or get an instant flow of power you can unlock the motor’s 9 KW Peak output by activating the eboost feature with eboost the top speed

    Is raised to 63 mph besides the road and Eco modes the motor also supports the walk and reverse parking modes the motor draws its energy from two 50.4 volt 30 amp hour battery packs which should reportedly last for about 40 m in the road mode the range estimations with an eboost feature

    Activated have not been provided so we should probably wait for the first Hands-On reviews the batteries are removable and can be recharged through the onboard charger or via an external charging dock speaking of motorcycling components you’re getting a 41 mm telescopic front fork a single adjustable gas charged

    Rear shock dual piston brakes with abs an ergofit system and a TFT Dash with smartphone connectivity the statements that electric motorcycles are the future are more commonly heard nowadays but what Innovative features do ebikes offer besides an all electric powertrain well it seems that all manufacturers have their own

    Understanding of the future of riding for example one of the America’s newest ebike startups it’s called the rivid came up with a unique Ergo easy technology for their upcoming motorcycle The Anthem motorcycle is the first to get this technology The Anthem has a ride height adjustable seat that could

    Electronically change from 30 to 34 in thus making the ride more comfortable for both taller and shorter Riders yet another Innovation lies in the design of the bike’s chassis the chassis creation is similar to that of aircraft production meaning that it uses folded stainless steel sheets and fasteners

    Instead of welded tubes as a result the anthem’s chassi tips the scales at as little as 12 lb while the overall bike weight is 240 lb among other Innovative features we should highlight a keyless start system LED lighting and an ultra crisp 4.9 in TFT control display just like many other

    Electric motorcycles The Anthem has a low center of gravity thanks to the Strategic placement of a 4.3 KW hour battery and a swing arm-mounted electric Drive Unit having the weight closer to the ground contributes to the ease of handling and maneuverability the motorcycle’s powertrain produces 7.5 KW of nominal

    And 13.5 5 Kow of peak output thus letting you achieve the 75 mph top speed Mark and cover distances up to 70 M on a charge c1x concept previews the future lightweight electric motorcycle that is to be sold under the super 73 brand it is supposed to serve as an entry model

    For those who’d like to get a Taste of riding all electric motorcycles super 73’s Engineers tried to keep this two- wheeler as light and as compact as possible it will have a 51-in wheelbase roll on 15-in wheels and have the seat height of 31 in c1x will be brought into

    Motion by means of an electric motor of undisclosed capacity with a chain drive but the manufacturer announced that it would be powerful enough to reach the highway ready speed of 75 mph the battery capacity and chemistry are to be unveiled in the future but the company’s aiming for the 100 m of City

    Range and fast charging capabilities with the level two charging you should be Juiced up to the 80% level in less than 60 Minutes the list of other specifications that have already been announced includes fork and rear Monoshock suspension bright daytime running lights and an LED headlamp super 73 company used this

    Year’s eicma Motor Show in Milan to remind the EV Community about their upcoming c1x model on the their exhibition stand super 73 have displayed two custom motorcycle builds based on their c1x the L Hefe is a Scrambler model with aggressive extended fenders knobby tires and a dark color scheme

    While the lepu has retro Cafe Racer Aesthetics with blue and orange side panels if you think about it BMW motorad is probably the only European Legacy motorcycle manufacturer that is serious about electrifying its lineup at least partially the newest model to join their EV offerings is the city compact bike called BMW

    Ceo2 being aimed at younger Riders the bike features a Modern Trend setting design with blacked out cast alloy wheels gray metallic motor cover and a front suspension Fork that is anodized in Gold the bike has the seat height of 29.5 in weighs 291 lb and is propelled

    By an aircooled powertrain with 6 Kow of output this powertrain can put out 11 KW and 40.5 S lb feet in its peak letting you reach speeds up to 59 mph the motor is being Juiced by a two-piece set of 48volt batteries with 3.92 KW hours of battery capacity you

    Can cover up to 55 M between charges when low on on charge the batteries could be replenished through a standard 0.9 KW or optional 1.5 KW charger the standard option would revive 80% of charge in less than 3 hours the model is suspended by hydraulically dampened telescopic Forks in the front and a

    Directly pivoted shock absorber that is attached to the single-sided swing arm in the rear the technological package includes a 3.5 in TFT information display a USBC charger for your gadgets and a Bluetooth connected smart app that lets you access performance statistics and safety measures at a first glance the upcoming

    RX1 by CSC motorcycles is a true adventure style motorbike with the class specific upright stance bash guards a set of cargo boxes and a windshield however the manufacturer and the powertrain setup suggest that this model model could also serve as a practical City commuter with the installed 8 Kow

    Electric motor you have 18 KW of peak output and 61.2 lb feet of torque at your disposal these motor parameters mean that the acceleration to 60 mph would take just 9 seconds while the top speed is limited to 80 mph RX1 e powertrain also supports reverse gear for navigating tight spaces and an

    Electronic cruise control system besides the electronic cruise control this model comes with a good good deal of quality components namely a hallogen headlight with LED running lights in the corners a backlit LCD speedometer and information panel 37 mm inverted telescopic fork with 4.7 in of travel and adjustable rebound damping pre-load adjustable rear

    Suspension with 4.3 in of travel allterrain tubless tires with aluminum wheels ABS brakes both front and rear saddle bags and a top box providing 19 G of cargo capacity finally finally with a 96v 64 amp lithium ion pack you can expect between 80 and 112 M of riding if you are regularly following

    Our EV news roundups then you should be familiar with the atellier Heritage Bike we’ve recently covered their stunning retro style electric bicycle with a sidecar and today we’d like to to briefly overview the newest EV by this French manufacturer this time it’s an electric Scrambler bike influenced by the

    Motorcycle Heritage of the past Century the two- wheeler is based on a black tubular frame and has a round vintage headlight a large faux fuel tank an elongated bench seat and a set of knobby tires in terms of performance the Heritage Spirit Scrambler offers specifications similar to the 125 CC

    Class the available 7 KW rear hub motor can generate 200 6 lbet of torque and grants you 80 mph tops speeed capabilities the motor is paired to a 48volt battery pack with 5.5 kwatt hours of capacity one full charge will reportedly give you up to 60 M of continuous

    Riding in order to qualify for the Scrambler class this 189 lb bike was equipped with full EMC suspension that offers 120 mm of travel in the front and 80 mm in the rear 17-in wheels with Michelin anaki Wild tires and standard Brembo four piston front brakes at the front and one piston rear

    Brakes it’s been almost 2 years since we first heard about maving rm1 this lightweight e motorcycle was developed by an urban Mobility startup from Coventry UK and managed to win the hearts of many riders with its gorgeous retro design despite looking like a lightweight bike the rm1 possesses specifications that

    Are inherent to electric mopeds rm1 is equipped with an electric motor capable of providing speeds up to 45 mph in its base configuration the model is equipped with one battery pack good for about 40 m of continuous riding those who need longer riding autonomy can purchase the second battery pack

    Thus doubling the range the battery packs can be removed for your charging convenience and the rm1 can be recharged Ed from a standard power outlet as you can see the rm1 is a nice little commuter bike that could let you easily travel within the urban zones however many riders decided not to

    Purchase this model because of its limited performance capabilities in an effort to fix this situation for their upcoming 2024 model year this uk-based manufacturer has presented an improved version of their e motorbike the new rm1 s brings a significant performance boost highway speed capabilities and a bunch of technical upgrades including a

    Redesigned motor setup improved suspension brakes seat ergonomics and a reworked storage compartment that holds a more capable battery pack and 10 L of space for your cargo the new model relies on a 7 KW electric Hub motor with 10.5 Kow Peak capabilities the motor is now matched to

    A battery setup that offers a 30% increase in capacity compared to its predecessor the setup consists of two battery packs with 2.7 kwatt hours of capacity thus ensuring the 6 5 mph top speed and up to 80 M of continuous riding the battery pack also received an improved heat dissipation structure and

    The support of both onboard and external charging the full 0 to 100 charge cycle is said to be about 4 hours this highway capable electric bike is currently available for pre-order with delivery scheduled to take place in April of 2024 those who pre-order will receive a three-year GPS and security subscription

    Would be able to choose one of four new tank colors and upgrade to carbon fiber mudguards our team is working hard on bringing the latest and greatest news from the world of electric two- wheelers if you’d like to support our efforts please subscribe for further updates and

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    17 Comments

    1. I think the electric motor is a good idea.
      However I feel the bike still needs a onboard generator to either charge the battery pack or just provide electric current directly to the motor or both.
      Relying on shore power only for charging the battery is not the way to go.

    2. Range and speed to low, price to high. Electric bikes will never take off until petrol ones are gone and we've nothing else to buy. Fortunately I'll probably be dead by then.

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