As a species, humanity is very innovative and we’ve used water, steam, wind and other natural forces to harness energy; then we invented the internal combustion engine and that was a game-changer – continued development led to improved fuel efficiency and performance.
What we have today takes this technology to the limits and there is a new kid on the block; the electric motorcycle, or EV, as these battery powered vehicles are classed.
Battery Development
The lithium-ion batteries that are used with electric motorcycles are cutting edge; you can go a couple of hundred miles on a full charge, while performance is breath-taking, to say the least!
Weight is always an issue with performance bikes and the internal combustion engine is simply replaced with the batteries and motors that provide the drivetrain. The amazing electric motorbikes at Wheels Motorcycles are a very attractive proposition when compared to your regular petrol bike.
Street Legal 125cc Alternative
A sleek bike with a top speed of 60mph and 5.0kW max power, with a smooth belt drive and removable and rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. You have no mechanical worries with an electric bike and it is much cheaper to run and better for the environment, which is why so many UK riders are changing to electric solutions.
Half the maintenance and the same superb handling, not to mention the quiet ride! Here is some information about tyre pressure and why it is important on two and four wheel vehicles.
Big Bike Selection
Zero Motorcycles, for example, have a hefty e-bike collection, while Aprilia offer top e-machines such as the RS4 1100 and the Tuono V4 1100, which require a Class A licence to ride. Let’s take a look at the Zero SR/S, which delivers an awesome 110hp, with a top speed of 124mph and has a range of 221 miles.
Rapid charge systems and add-ons that reduce charging time are available; to book a test ride, Google ‘major motorcycle suppliers, UK’ and that should give you a list of big bike dealerships.
Green Mobility
Eco-friendly riders see the many benefits of switching to e-power and from a starter 125cc equivalent, you have to twist and go in an eco-friendly way, without all the hassles that come with complex internal combustion power units.
Great torque gives you instant power, with zero emissions; perfect for the guy (and girl) who wants fast, clean transport around the city; no parking hassles and great manoeuvrability are just a couple of the features of the electric bike.
Charging your bike
There are many charging stations emerging all over the UK and as battery development continues, charging times are getting shorter and shorter, while distance travelled on a single charge are increasing. The UK is one of the first places to adopt EVs, while the government is doing what it can to encourage drivers to make the switch to electric power units.
The UK government fully supports the use of electric vehicles of all forms and now that you know something about e-bikes, you can book a test ride.