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General Category => Electric Motorcycle News => Topic started by: Sklith on April 27, 2021, 06:53:19 PM
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https://www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/en-int/news/husqvarna-motorcycles-enters-the-world-of-electric-mobility.html
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5M6NLrJNPs
I wouldn't find much of a use for this bike since I don't live in an urban area but it's a step in the right direction!
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It certainly does seem to be a lot easier to design and manufacture an urban-capable electric scooter or small motorcycle than one that is useful for longer trips at high speeds. However the E-Pilen might be pretty stylish to have as a living room display. ;)
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It looks great, and it's the perfect replacement for the 125s. Bit short on range though I expect it is extremely light.
Cas :)
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If that is 8kw genuine, so it will do over 100kph then this would be exactly what I am looking for.
An emotorcycle, light, from a manufacturer that makes superb handling motorcycles, that has some experience already in production emotorcycles and has dealers in Australia. I only need 60-100km range and 100kph top speed. A real 125 equivalent.
Note to manufacturters: A 125 ICE equivalent will do OVER 100kph, not 80 or 90kph.
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The problems with ICE dealers not handling e-vehicles is well-documented. In fact, is there a dealer network that has done this and not scored poorly?
A dealer network is no guarantee that the shift to ev will be handled. At all.
-Crissa
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The biggest issue with this is going to be price. The Svartpilen 125 already costs the same as the current electric bikes marketed as 125 equivalents (Supersoco TC Max, Horwin CR6, the road legal Surron) so this E-pilen is going to end up being priced much closer to something like an FXS which is technically able to be ridden on the same licence as a 125 despite performing much better.
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Here is another article regarding the E-Pilen "Concept". Baby steps: ;)
https://www.motorcycle.com/mini-features/husqvarna-e-pilen-concept-previews-a-range-of-electric-models.html
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I have only dealt with one dealer as far as Zero/Energica sales go but they certainly have no issues selling someone a Zero or Energica motorcycle if that is what the customer is interested in. So would certainly rate them pretty high. Biggest issue with Energica is no floor models because they sell whatever they can get.
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Heh, my local Energica dealer totally failed to sell one to me :P
...but then, it did break down in the worst way.
Cas :)
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Zero/Energica dealer is a bit self-selected minority, tho.
-Crissa
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Looks like another compliance bike to be able to still sell their gas bikes where an electric option is mandated.
They could have made a nice dirt bike with Alta gone but instead go for an urban toy that will get stolen the first time you park it. SMH
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Do FXes get stolen every time they're parked?
They're the same weight, aren't they?
-Crissa
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Sadly that's not that far from the truth in London.
Cas :)
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That seems like a local problem, then.
I uhh... have forgotten the keys in my bike a couple times.
-Crissa
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Pre-covid for a couple years my FXS never got stolen while parked in the Chicago loop.
I'm sure there are certain locations that are more or less dangerous to park. But there isn't that too much of a difference in 300 or 400 lbs if you are grabbing motorcycles and throwing them in a truck / van to steal it. Plus I'd think a 600cc sport bike might be better for the black market. :shrug:
Back on topic: I'll keep my FXS. Thanks.
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Come on guys, it's an exaggeration to make a point.
I feel if your in a city living and working and your 2-10 miles from work. Get an Ebike or just a bicycle and take them inside with you.
Cheaper to buy, no license plate, no parking fees.
If it can't "escape" the city as a true motorcycle just don't bother.
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Here is more Husqvarna E-Pilen news from their lawyers:
The illustrated vehicles may vary in selected details from the production models and some illustrations feature optional equipment available at additional cost. All information concerning the scope of supply, appearance, services, dimensions and weights is non-binding and specified with the proviso that errors, for instance in printing, setting and/or typing, may occur; such information is subject to change without notice. Please note that model specifications may vary from country to country. In the case of coated surfaces, there may be colour differences due to the usual process deviations.
The consumption values stated refer to the roadworthy series condition of the vehicles at the time of factory delivery.
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You shouldn't be triggering very many speed cameras while riding Husqvarna's latest electric scooter concept:
https://electricmotorcycles.news/husqvarna-motorcycles-unveils-the-vektorr-concept-and-is-displayed-at-exhibition-the-future-of-electric-mobility/
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That vektorr is uhh... Too fast for a type II bicycle, too slow for a moped, barely as fast as a Type III bicycle?
https://currentebikes.com/ebike-classes-california/
-Crissa
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That's because it's designed to fit a European class. In the UK it's called AM and is 50cc and limited to 45km/h and can be ridden by people aged 16 (at 17 it's the A1 class, 125cc up to 11kW).
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That seems unduly complicated and likely to reduce ridership.
-Crissa