A breakthrough in style, technological advancement, utility and eco-friendliness, electric motorcycles are gradually revolutionizing the two-wheeler industry. Below are the most influential electric motorcycle models of 2023.
Price: from $7,599 (~ 187 million VND)
The Ninja e-1 ABS is Kawasaki’s first electric motorcycle project, along with the Z e-1 Super Naked. One of the biggest advantages of this model lies in its surprisingly affordable price compared to other electric motorcycles.
The Kawasaki Ninja e-1 is an ideal choice for daily commuting in urban areas thanks to its lightweight design. The motorcycle weighs 140kg and has a ground clearance of 160mm. Additionally, the Kawasaki Ninja e-1 features a “Walk” mode for easy maneuvering when walking the bike.
According to the Japanese manufacturer, the Ninja e-1 is developed on the frame platform of the 400cc series and shares the same transmission system performance as motorcycles using 125cc internal combustion engines.
The Kawasaki Ninja e-1 uses an electric motor with a rated power of 5kW, a maximum power of 9kW (12.1 horsepower) and a torque of 40.5Nm, powered by two removable lithium-ion battery packs (each weighing 11.5kg) connected in parallel. Each battery pack has a capacity of 30Ah and a voltage of 50.4V, with a maximum energy storage capacity of 3.024kWh in a pair of batteries.
According to the manufacturer’s announcement, each battery pack takes about 3.7 hours to fully charge and 1.6 hours to charge from 20-85%. Additionally, the motorcycle is equipped with a regenerative braking system to recharge the batteries.
Notably, the Kawasaki Ninja e-1 is equipped with a slow riding mode and a reverse option, allowing for easy maneuvering at low speeds in crowded roads or narrow parking spaces.
In addition, the Kawasaki Ninja e-1 features a 4.3-inch TFT screen that can connect to smartphones and display full information. Additionally, there is a 5-liter storage compartment under the battery compartment to hold small items.
Price: From $12,195 (~ 296 million VND)
The CE 04 is one of the first electric motorcycle models in BMW Motorrad’s portfolio. The BMW CE 04 has a futuristic and eye-catching design. The overall body is a combination of smooth curves and rectangular shapes, making it look like a small spaceship that we often see people riding in science fiction movies.
According to the manufacturer’s specifications, the BMW CE 04 has a seat height of 780mm and weighs 231kg. BMW has designed the motor to be placed inside the electric motorcycle frame instead of the traditional swingarm. This improves the center of gravity and provides an exciting and dynamic riding experience.
The BMW CE04 uses an electric motor with a power output of 42 horsepower and a torque of 62Nm, combined with an 8.9 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that allows the motorcycle to travel a maximum distance of 130km after each full charge. According to BMW Motorrad, the CE04 electric motorcycle can accelerate from 0 to 50 km/h in 2.6 seconds before reaching a maximum speed of 120 km/h.
It takes about 4 hours and 20 minutes to fully charge the battery with a 2.3 kW charger. However, when connected to a 6.9 kW charger, the battery capacity increases from 20% to 80% in just 45 minutes.
One of the remarkable features of the BMW CE 04 is its regenerative braking system like electric cars, a 10.25-inch Full-Digital dashboard that can be connected to a smartphone, a 1.5A phone charging port, and an adjustable rear suspension system…
Price: From $15,499 (~ 376 million VND)
S2 Del Mar is the electric motorcycle model of Harley-Davidson’s subsidiary brand – LiveWire. Stepping into the mid-range electric bike market, S2 Del Mar has a style inspired by H-D’s flat motorcycles. However, S2 Del Mar has chosen to not use traditional chrome of H-D, instead opting for a darker color on the frame and accessories. The weight of S2 Del Mar is 192kg with a seat height of 817mm.
LiveWire S2 Del Mar has a single electric motor that generates 84 horsepower and 263Nm of torque, allowing it to accelerate from 0-100km/h in just 3 seconds, with a top speed of 165 km/h.
S2 Del Mar uses a 10.5 kWh integrated battery pack with a J1772 Type 1 charging socket. If using a standard Level 1 charger, it takes 5.9 hours to charge from 20% to 80%, and 8.4 hours to charge from 0% to 100%. If upgrading to a Level 2 charger, the motorcycle can charge from 20% to 80% in 1.3 hours and from 0% to 100% in 2.4 hours.
According to Livewire, the urban range per full charge of the S2 Del Mar is only 181 km, and the highway range is only 138 km at a speed of nearly 90 km/h. Traveling at a constant speed of 88.51 km/h, this number decreases to 112 km, and if driven at a slightly higher constant speed of 113 km/h, the range drops to a low 70 km.
Price: From $20,995 (~ 509 million VND)
Zero SR/S is the flagship model of the brand. With a design inspired by the universe, Zero SR/S offers better aerodynamic efficiency than its sibling, the Zero S. Zero SR/S has a tall handlebar design, appropriate footrest position, and wide seat for a comfortable riding posture.
The SR/S has a 14.4kWh battery pack and a Z-Force 75-10 AC motor that produces 110 horsepower, 190Nm of torque, and a top speed of nearly 200km/h. Zero claims that the SR/S can travel up to 259 km in urban areas and 132 km on highways at a maximum speed of 200 km/h.
The unique feature of the electric motorcycle is its concentric assist axle design that allows for higher torsional loads and enhances the ergonomic comfort of the rider.
The SR/S is always connected with the help of the Cypher III+ operating system and smartphone applications.
Price: From $22,799 (~ 553 million VND)
Harley-Davidson states that LiveWire One is built to provide an exciting riding experience in urban traffic environments.
The motorcycle is equipped with various electronic riding support features, including a TFT-LCD display that provides all the necessary information. It has an inertial measurement unit, cornering ABS system, and 4 riding modes (Sport, Road, Range, and Rain).
LiveWire One is equipped with a 3-phase AC motor vertically placed within the motorcycle frame, delivering a power of 105 horsepower and a maximum torque of 116.6Nm. According to the manufacturer’s review, LiveWire One can travel up to 234 km on a single charge.
Additionally, Harley-Davidson claims that the battery can be fully charged in just 60 minutes or charged up to 80% in just 45 minutes when using a fast DC charger.
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Reference: Topspeed
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