by Sales of electric motorcycles are growing at a tremendous pace. For example: in 2018, the European motorcycle market grew by 9%, and the electric segment noted an increase of 81.5%. Electric motorcycles are becoming more advanced and gradually even industry leaders are releasing such models. We have selected the best electric bikes of 2019.
Harley-Davidson LiveWire
The world has turned upside down – from August, the electric Harley-Davidson LiveWire goes on sale.
Although it costs under $30,000, it accelerates to 100 km/h in 3 seconds and reaches 150 km/h. The range is 235 km.
Vespa Elettrika
The iconic Vespa scooter also got an electric version. It reaches a speed of 50 km/h and can travel 100 km without recharging. You can buy the Vespa electric scooter for $7,000.
Zero SR
Zero electric bikes are considered some of the most advanced in the market. The SR costs $16,500 and has a range of 225 km. Moreover, the motorcycle is light – 180 kg. Among the options, there’s a spare battery that can be carried in a removable trunk.
Energica Ego
The Energica Ego sports bike reaches 240 km/h and can cover up to 200 km without recharging.
Although the price is biting – $34,000.
Brutus V9
The Brutus V9 looks like a classic custom, and its range is impressive – 435 km. However, due to the heavy battery and all this chrome and decoration, the bike weighs considerably – 355 kg. And it costs a lot – $32,500.
Gogoro Smartscooter 2 Deluxe Edition
The Taiwanese electric scooter is attractive with a price of $3200 and is even equipped with a fingerprint scanner.
The range is 110 km.
Johammer J1
The Austrian Johammer J1 looks very futuristic and costs a lot – $38,000. It reaches 120 km/h and can travel 200 km on one charge.
Victory Empulse TT
Victory electric bikes are no longer produced, but they are still available for $20,000. The Empulse TT reaches 160 km/h and has a range of 225 km.
Lito Sora
The Lito Sora looks impressive, rides at 190 km/h, and can travel about 200 km without charging. An improved version with a 50% increased range is promised this fall. You can buy this electric bike for $77,000 – the price of a Tesla.
Lightning LS-218
The Lightning LS-218 sports bike is the fastest electric motorcycle in the world. It can reach 350 km/h and boasts enviable dynamics, but the battery charge only lasts for 160 km.
The price is $38,800.
