ONE-OFF The appearance of the figure of an electric motorcycle made by Harley-Davidson, an American motorcycle manufacturer named Harley-Davidson Livewire, turned out to bring up facts that may not have been widely known by the public before. The fact states that the development of electric-powered motorcycle technology has actually been carried out for a long time by those Milwaukee, Wisconsin based motorcycle maker.
The truly first electric motorcycle prototype of Harley Davidson named Transitron, built by Steve Fehr teaming up with Brooks Steven back in 1978. (Picture from: CycleWorld)
So it can be said that the development of electric motorcycles which later gave rise to the figure of Livewire is not something new for the American motorcycle maker. The fact is that the existence of electric motorcycles developed by Harley-Davidson had been known around since 1978. At the time, the American motorcycle maker has managed to develop and build an electric motorcycle prototype called Harley-Davidson Transitron.
Steve Fehr’s original drawing about the first Harley-Davidson electric-powered motorcycle named Transitron of 1978. (Picture from: CycleWorld)
As quoted of CycleWorld, the Harley-Davidson first electric-powered motorbike is built by Steve Fehr of Transitron Electronic Corporation, a Honolulu, Hawaii based company back in 1978. In order to convince the firm of the idea, he started to build one himself. Reportedly, in the development process also involved the famous designer Brooks Steven (known also the designer of Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide).
The instrument panel was mounted to the handlebars, featuring an electric speedometer, a tachometer, and dual ammeters for measuring amps. (Picture from: CycleWorld)
The vintage electric motorbie is built based on 1971
Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster, by replacing its original V-Twin OHV
900cc engine to 24V 95A Baldor electric motor while its power taken of 4
batteries, then linked via a primary drive belt mated with a four-speed
automatic chain final drive transmission.
Variable-speed electric motor, four-speed automatic transmission, Harley-Davidson Sportster chassis with a 59-inch wheelbase, 33mm XLH fork, Sportster “boattail” seat, and Harley-Davidson drum brakes. (Picture from: CycleWorld)
This vintage electric motorbike is capable of driving up to a maximum speed of about 50 mph (80.47 kph), with an acceleration from zero to 30 mph (48.28 kph) in 6 seconds, and (in theory) could be riden about six hours on a single charged of its four deep-cycle lead-acid batteries. For its own weight carrying about 285 kg or more weight about 75 kg compared to today's Harley-Davidson Livewire.
A series of four deep-cycle lead-acid batteries were said to provide this Harley-Davidson Transitron capable ridden up to six hours. (Picture from: CycleWorld)
As quoted of CycleWorld, that the process of developing this vintage electric motorcycle at the time cost around $70,000, (appox Rp. 989 million). After completion, the antique electric motorbike found in Brooks Steven’s transportation museum in Mequon, Wisconsin, where it stayed until his death in 1995. And in 2014 at the RM Sotheby’s auction at Amelia Island, along with the introduction of the Harley-Davidson LiveWire prototype, the Fehr's electric MK2 Sportster was sold at the price of $ 11,000 or around Rp.155 million.💢
As reminder, the Transitron might not be the electric motorcycle for everyone, at least the LiveWire is fulfilling the legacy of Steve Fehr and Brooks Steven’s work so many years ago. (Picture from: Electrec)
As reminder, the Transitron might not be the electric motorcycle for everyone, at least the LiveWire is fulfilling the legacy of Steve Fehr and Brooks Steven’s work so many years ago. 🤔
Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops......*** [EKA [04082016] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CYCLE WORLD | ELECTREC ]
Urban Mobility Of course you still remember the frightening figure of the Italjet Dragster scooter which was first launch a few years ago. It turns out that those Italian motorcycle maker at the end of last year has launched its electric-driven version dubbed as the Italjet Dragster E01 Elettrico.
The Italjet Dragster E01 Elettrico is likely to be launched by Italjet Moto as a mass product later this year. (Picture from: RimbaNews)
The latest news stated that this electric-powered scooter is likely to be launched by Italjet Moto as a mass product later this year. Interestingly, although it featured with futuristic design, still retains the characteristics of the iconic Italjet Dragster scooter. Possibility why these characteristics would be retained on this new scooter model, because the Italjet Dragster E01 Elettrico uses the same frame and body as the conventional combustion engine version.
The Italjet Dragster E01 Elettrico uses the same frame and body as the conventional combustion engine version. (Picture from: Valelettrico.it)
This can be seen from the body design that maintains a frightening yet futuristic impression through panels that look muscular and have sharp angles. On the other hand, the tubular frame is deliberately exposed by using a contrast color such flourescent yellow without any body cover.
The Italjet Dragster E01 Elettrico's tubular frame is deliberately exposed by using a contrast color such flourescent yellow without any body cover. (Picture from: AutoFun)
Furthermore, the Italjet Dragster E01 Elettrico is only exhibited in a single color scheme which is a combination of white, yellow and black. If the frame is whitewashed, then the plastic body is white and some of the panels use matte black which will give a sporty impression, without having to display excessive livery graphics.
The Italjet Dragster E01 Elettrico uses a special single swing arm called the Independent Steering System at the front. (Picture from: AutoFun)
In addition to the body and chassis, the iconic characteristic are maintained on the Italjet Dragster E01 Elettrico could be seen also in the area of the legs. As you can be seen, this electric-powered scooter still uses a special single swing arm called the Independent Steering System at the front, and a monoshock is added to the rear.
Then the combination of rim sizes is the same, namely 12 inches in front and 13 inches for the rear. Then, these rims are wrapped in 120/70-12 front tires and 140/60-13 rear tires. Turning to the source of propulsion, literally this E01 scooter is driven by an electric motor whose power is supplied by a battery pack. And those electric propulsion source can burst power of 16 PS with extraordinary torque of 340 Nm.
The Italjet Dragster E01 Elettrico is driven by an electric motor capable burst power of 16 PS with extraordinary torque of 340 Nm, whose supplied by 4.91 kWh battery pack. (Picture from: AutoFun)
For your info, the battery package that comes along with the Italjet Dragster E01 Elettrico has a maximum capacity of 4.91 kWh, which results in a mileage of around 180 km. The charging time is between 4 hours (95%) to 5.5 hours (100%), by using a 1.0 kW charger.
Unfortunately, until now there has been no announcement about the price, but what is clear is that the price tag will not be cheap. So, by the way, are you interested in owning this Italjet electric scooter? You should be patient to wait further news.💢
Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ITALJET | VALELETTRICO.IT ]
Urban Mobility When electric vehicles become the latest trend, and invites automotive industry players to immediately innovate by producing various kinds of electric-powered vehicles, two-wheeled vehicles, especially scooters, are no exception.
The Zapp i300 electric-powered scooter is mentioned by the maker as a slick blend of 300cc class scooter-superbike. (Picture from: ie.e-Scooter.co). (Picture from: MoveElectric)
This time we will discuss a little about an electric-powered two-wheeled vehicle which has a unique appearance called the Zapp i300 and is mentioned by the maker as a slick blend of 300cc class scooter-superbike.
As quoted of Hallo!Ternate, this unique looking scooter was produced by a British startup company Zapp, which is said to be a collaboration result between the best motorcycle design and engineering specialists in that country and launched for the first time in the 2018.
The Zapp i300 electric-powered scooter is mentioned by the maker as a slick blend of 300cc class scooter-superbike. (Picture from: ie.e-Scooter.co). (Picture from: ie.e-Scooter.co)
Furthermore, the British e-scooter maker also claims, besides having a unique appearance with a more extreme hanging seat feature than the one on the Vespa 946, another advantage of the Zapp i300 is that the battery as its electric motor power supply has a performance equivalent to a 300 cc engine.
The Zapp i300 electric-powered scooter has an easy-to-use dashboard that provides an overview of important information. (Picture from: ie.e-Scooter.co)
Technically, this British-made e-scooter has a 14,000 Watt battery with 587 Nm of torque, so it can accelerate from 0-50 kph in just 2.38 seconds, then able brought the Zapp i300 to a top speed of 100 kph, which is far above the Vespa Elettrica which only reaches of 75 kph.
The Zapp i300 electric-powered scooter having a unique appearance with a more extreme hanging seat feature than the one on the Vespa 946. (Picture from: ie.e-Scooter.co)
The Zapp i300 features two removable Lithium batteries for a range of 90 km (ECO mode). Each of these batteries weighs about 5 kg, is 5 cm thick and has a shape comparable to a small laptop, and the charging time capability is less than 4 hours. From this it can be seen that the cruising range of the British e-scooter is still inferior to the Vespa Elettrica which has penetrated of the 100 km.
The Zapp i300 electric-powered scooter features two removable Lithium-ion batteries (each of these batteries weighs about 5 kg, is 5 cm thick) for a range of 90 km (ECO mode). (Picture from: ie.e-Scooter.co)
It is also mentioned that this British-made electric scooter is very safe with a safety-focused design, so the designers deliberately did not provide wireless connectivity or an infotainment system to increase rider safety. The Zapp i300 e-scooter has a 7-layers security system that protects the scooter against threats including theft with multiple security features ranging from GPS connectivity as part of an anti-theft solution, RFID lock, secure on-board charging station and GPS based emergency services features.
The Zapp i300 electric-powered scooter has been designed to be maintenance-free and has a 7-layers security system that protects the scooter against any threats. (Picture from: ZappEV)
While the full power option (Zapp mode) can only be unlocked when the rider enters the special safety lock and has passed the required ages and A2 license requirements. Besides that, this electric scooter is also equipped with ABS for optimal braking performance with Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) or regenerative braking where energy from braking is returned to the battery, as the regenerative braking reduces air pollution generated by conventional disc brakes while saving on its power costs.
The Zapp i300 electric-powered scooter is available in 4 models namely i300 Carbon Launch Edition, Bio, Carbon and Ocean.(Picture from: ZappEV)
Furthermore, the British company also mentions that the Zapp i300 has been designed to be maintenance-free which has an easy-to-use dashboard that provides an overview of important information. Zapp provides high-end service and support for international customers. Today this electric scooter is available in various colors as well as a choice of wheels.
As quoted of its official website, the British company is offering a price of €5,900 for the Zapp i300 Ocean, €7900 for the Carbon and Bio, while the highest ones, the Zapp i300 Carbon Launch Edition sold at a price of €8,900. For those of you who are interested in owning this Zapp i300 scooter, you can order it online and Zapp will handle the delivery of the scooter to any country around the world.
In addition, the Zapp i-300 electric-powered scooter is also available in a variety of colors and wheels for each model. (Picture from: ie.e-Scooter.co)
In addition the company provides financial services and extended warranties, by working with the Zappers International Networks whose provide services from their Zapp Transporter at the customer's location. Zapp provides an annual safety and wear check, while for the case of major repairs, Zappers can provide a courtesy scooter.
In our opinion, the Zapp i300 is an electric scooter that is very feasible to own because in addition to having a unique shape, it also had various technical advantages and financial practicality. What do you think?
Sempre Una Vespa Indeed the Piaggio Group-made electric powered scooter named Vespa Elettrica had officially shown up at the 2016 EICMA event in Milan and we have also written about it some time ago. This is also such a sign that the Italian manufacturer is interested in the development and production of electric-powered vehicles, especially scooters. If we look at the appearance that at a glance the same as the production scooter that had already been present before.
The Vespa Elettrica had officially shown up by Piaggio Group at the 2016 EICMA event in Milan and started to produce at September 2018. (Picture from: Portal-Republik)
However, the Vespa Elettrica based on the same body as the Vespa Primavera, by using the Vespa Small Body chassis types, the difference is of course in the part of the drivetrain that is already full electric. Thus components such as exhaust, engine and transmission have changed to controllers, batteries and driving motors axle that are connected to the rear wheels.
The Vespa Elettrica based on the same body as the Vespa Primavera, by using the Vespa Small Body chassis types, the difference is of course in the part of the drivetrain that is already full electric. (Picture from: Hallo!Ternate)
Of course, to complete its identity as an electric-powered Vespa scooter was also visible with the installation of the 'Elettrica' emblem that is on the side-dishes on the right and left. In appearance, the characteristic of Vespa Elettrica is in the silver color combined with a wide selection of futuristic body-line colors.
The Vespa Elettrica is driven by an 4 kW or 5 hp electric motor with a maxumum torque of 200 Nm. (Picture from: GridOto)
After being officially realized into production version, the Vespa Elettrica is available in several selected colors such as Azzuro Electrico (Blue), Verde Boreale (Green), Giallo Lampo (Yellow), Cromo (Krome), Nero Profondo (Black) and Grigio Fumo (Gray), as well as a special variant of the Vespa Elettrica RED Which is entire of its body painted in red.
Here's a special variant of the Vespa Elettrica RED which is entire of its body painted in red. (Picture from: GridOto)
The Vespa Elettrica is driven by an 4 kW or 5 hp electric motor with a maximum torque of 200 Nm. Then for the electric motor power supply is a Li-ion 86 AH 48.1 V battery package, which has a charging time of about 4 hours, and is claimed to be able to bring it running up to 100 km away.
The Vespa Elettrica's electric motor supplied by a Li-ion 86 AH 48.1 V battery package, which has a charging time of
about 4 hours. (Picture from: Scooter.co.uk)
Furthermore, this Piaggio's electric-powered scooter has 3 riding modes namely Eco, Power and Reverse, which is also equipped with regenerative braking features that can recharge when it's braking. Then for its instrument panel is already equiped with a full 4.3-inches digital TFT coupled with Vespa Mia smartphone connection features, such as one on the Vespa Primavera 75th Anniversary model.
The dashboard and instrument panel view of the Vespa Elettrica. (Picture from: GridOto)
Furthermore, Piaggio provides a choice of Vespa Elettrica L1 (45 kph) and L3 (70 kph), and a special variant called the Vespa Elettrica RED (following its predecessor such the Vespa 946 RED, and the Vespa Primavera RED) that looks different because its entire body is painted in red.
Besides being different in the top speed numbers, the Vespa Elettrica L3 (70 kph) is also equipped with combi brake system. Now for the price, in Italy, the Vespa ElettricaL3 (70 kph) is priced at $7,499 (approx Rp. 106 million), while the L1 (45 kph) has a price of $6,305 (approx Rp. 93.8 million). So, are you interested in having this Italian-made electric-powered scooter?
Kept
spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive
with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does
the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | PIAGGIO GROUP | SCOOTER.CO.UK ]
Sempre Una VespaWell, that's what Enrico Piaggio called it when he saw and heard the hum of the engine of the MP6, the second prototype scooter designed by Corradino D'Ascanio, following after the design of the first prototype MP5 'Paperino' was not approved. It became like a milestone in the early history of the entire series of Vespa legendary scooters from the Italian manufacturer.
1943 Vespa MP5 Paperino is designed by Corradino D'Ascanio. (Picture from: Tokopedia)
Let's reminisce for a moment to the beginning of its development, Piaggio introduced the first Vespa 98 to the public at a Golf Club event in Rome in 1946. The market response at that time was very good when the Vespa 98 first appeared, due to it carried a breakthrough of a new vehicle that was innovative and functional at the time.
1945 Vespa MP 6 Prototipo is designed by Corradino D'Ascanio. (Picture from: Tokopedia)
After that Piaggio produced the second generation of its first legendary scooter which was named the Vespa 98 Series II in 1947. The second series of the Vespa 98 at that time produced as many as 16,500 units by offering many significant changes from its predecessor models.
Piaggio introduced the first Vespa 98 to the public at a Golf Club event in Rome in 1946. (Picture from: MotorcycleSpecs.co.za)
In terms of design this scooter gets a lot of changes from the previous generation both in terms of aesthetics and technicality. For example, it got the spare tire feature addition is one of the prominent characters of the Vespa 98 II Serie, so it could be said this addition is improved the aesthetic element as well.
Piaggio produced the second generation of its first legendary scooter which was named the Vespa 98 Series II in 1947. (Picture from: AllInVespa)
Meanwhile, in terms of functionality, the addition of a spare tire on the Vespa 98 IISerie is just in case when the rider got a flat tire, given the bad road conditions after the war. These elements eventually became Vespa's most recognizable design feature and continued to be produced on the next generation of Piaggio's scooters. The Vespa 98 IISerie also comes with new metallic silver headlights which at a glance remind us of the previous Piaggio-made aircraft.
The second series of the Vespa 98 at that time produced as many as 16,500 units by offering many significant changes from its predecessor models. (Picture from: SteemIt)
At that time the Italian scooter manufacturer made a very vigorous publication to market its Vespa 98 IISerie scooters. It was recorded that several magazines participated in advertising those Piaggio'sscooter sales, so to have it at that time the enthusiasts had to be patient to wait for its production which had to queue up on a waiting list for 8 months. This finally opened up opportunities for black market players to take part in profit by doubling the price of the Vespa 98 II Serie up to reaching of 125,000 Italian lira at the time.
Regardless of the pros and cons that occurred on the market, the Vespa 98 IISerie became one of Piaggio's breakthrough models which was considered successful in the global market and capable made this scooter model later become one of the most-sought after Vespa models for collectors. And now, who doesn't know the Vespa, a unique Italian scooter that is sought after by world collectors, starting from the classic Vespa 98 to theVespa 946, its modern automatic scooters.
Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops......*** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | VESPA | UTOMOCORP ]
e-Scooter Recently, Bandit9 had been launched a new electric-powered scooter model called Bandit9 Nano, which said was present as an extraordinary urban mobility solution, and a fashion statement as well. The Nano scooter's futuristic and aerodynamic design draws many comparisons with Sci-Fi thrillers, and it can be seen in the bulging front with a very minimalist tail.
The Bandit9 Nano electric-powered scooter is presented as an extraordinary urban mobility solution, and a fashion statement as well. (Picture from: Bandit9)
Bandit9 is a motorcycle company founded by ex-advertising creative director and art director Daryl Villanueva, and based in Saigon, Vietnam. The company is known to continue to redefine the urban mobility space with highly innovative designs and has continued to launch retro-futuristic styles since 2016. This was seen when the company released a custom motorcycle that looked like part of the X-wing fighter. Here're several custom motorcycle made by Bandit9 that we've ever talked before.
The Bandit9 Nano e-scooter appeared with a 904L sterling silver stainless steel exterior touches. (Picture from: Bandit9)
As quoted of GizmoChina, the Bandit9 Nano e-scooter appeared with a 904L sterling silver stainless steel exterior is said to have a range of 60 miles (about 97 km) on a single charge. The Saigon-based company claimed, the Nano can appeal attentions of fashion-conscious urbanites, by a design comparison with the iconic Vespa scooter. Besides that the Bandit9 electric-scooter is also expected to strongly appeal to the female market segment.
The Bandit9 Nano expected to strongly appeal attentions of fashion-conscious urbanites, and also targeted to the female market segment. (Picture from: Bandit9)
As power source for its electric motor, the Bandit9 Nano e-scooter is a 4.2 kWh battery pack that can be fully recharged in four hours, and can be removed as well. The rear hub of the e-scooter has a 4kW electric motor that can reach speeds of 70 kph on the Nano+ model and 45 kph on the standard model.
The Bandit9 Nano electric-powered scooter appeared in a futuristic and aerodynamic design, and it can be seen in the bulging front with a very minimalist tail. (Picture from: Bandit9)
Those two variants of the Nano e-scooter can be said to be quite light with a weight of only 120 kg. And Bandit9 has opened pre-order for the Nano and Nano+. The company is said to have set a price of around $4,499 (approx Rp. 68.3 million) for the Nano variant, while the Nano+ costs around $4,990 (approx Rp. 75.8 million).
As power source for its electric motor, the Bandit9 Nano e-scooter used a 4.2 kWh battery pack that can be fully recharged in four hours, and removable as well. (Picture from: Bandit9)
But unfortunately until now there has been no set date for the delivery of this Bandit9 electric-powered scooter. If You interesting to be one of the Bandit9 e-scooter owners, you should be patient to wait further news.
Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops..... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BANDIT9 | GIZMOCHINA ]
As quoted of CycleWorld, that the process of developing this vintage electric motorcycle at the time cost around $70,000, (appox Rp. 989 million). After completion, the antique electric motorbike found in Brooks Steven’s transportation museum in Mequon, Wisconsin, where it stayed until his death in 1995. And in 2014 at the RM Sotheby’s auction at Amelia Island, along with the introduction of the Harley-Davidson LiveWire prototype, the Fehr's electric MK2 Sportster was sold at the price of $ 11,000 or around Rp.155 million.💢
