Modern times and the abundance of info about environmental preservation has been leading people to more eco-friendly ways of living for some time now. The automobile industry, for example, has been producing electric vehicles to combat C02 emissions and minimize the usage of fossil fuels. But lately, these EVs were becoming smarter and more stylish in design, resulting in more people buying them.
Recent trends are also leading many motorcycle manufacturers such as Harley-Davidson to invest in electric bike models as well. And despite electric motorcycles being around longer than four-wheeled EVs but have just been receiving love and attention lately.
Just like cars, the design of most battery-powered bikes didn't really fit well with most people's tastes. But lately, electric bikes have become way more attractive that people are actually waiting for their releases. If you're one of them, then here are some of the coolest electric motorcycles that you can watch out for in 2021!
10 Cake Kalk OR Race
We've all heard of the famous motorcycle producers Yamaha, Harley-Davidson, and BMW, but there are other manufacturers out there that deserve as much attention like Swedish bike producer, Cake. Though they don't really serve pastries, their 2021 Kalk OR Race is definitely a sweet treat.
This seemingly small motorcycle is fully intended for off-road trails while also being race-capable. This stunning electric bike gets its confidence from the 37.4 lbs battery pack that supplies the rear wheel with as much as 206 lb-ft of torque. This bike can be purchased for $13,000 but delivery will start on March 2021.
9 Emula One
One of the usual complaints that motorcycle riders have with electric-powered bikes is that it can't properly deliver the same experience as the gas-powered ones they usually drive. If you think the same, you'll be glad to know that this barrier is now broken by one of Italy's lesser-known automobile manufacturers, Emula.
With their Emula One battery-powered bike, the user is able to adjust the features that make a combustion engine including the gear ratios, number of gears, sound and vibrations, and power band. It also has speakers on each side and at the rear to imitate engine and exhaust sounds.
8 Evoke 6061
Another concern that motorcycle riders have with electric bikes is the fear that they won't be able to travel far because of the constant need to charge the battery. Well, Beijing-based motorcycle manufacturer, Evoke, has already released renders of their long-range electric bike last year but they're finally announcing its availability for 2021.
The Evoke 6061 is a cruiser powered by a liquid-cooled electric motor that's capable of 161 hp with an estimated range of around 200 miles. According to Evoke, the 2021 6061 has a top speed of 143 mph. For those who want their very own 2021 Evoke 6061, a non-refundable $5,000 deposit is required for the total $24,995 price tag.
7 Katalis EV.500
This next electric-powered bike displays perhaps the top reason why a lot of motorcycle owners feel hesitant towards battery-powered bikes. Katalis is a mobility design studio and workshop based in East Jakarta, Indonesia and they designed and produced the Katalis EV.500.
At first look, the Katalis EV.500 immediately looks different. The makers said it was inspired by a WW2 aircraft fighter, though some say steampunk fits for a better concept. The Katalis EV.500, along with the EV.1000, was supposed to appear at the 2020 Indonesia International Motorshow though it didn't happen.
6 Tarform Luna
The primary goal of using battery-powered motorcycles is to limit the negative effects that regular combustion engine bikes have on the environment. But one motorcycle manufacturer decided to take environmental awareness to another level by building an electric bike from sustainable materials.
Tarform is an e-mobility company headed by racing engineers, entrepreneurs, and industrial engineers based in New York. They decided to build the Luna which had bioplastic elements made from algae, hem and cornstarch, and flax seed weave as reinforcing material. The 2021 Luna has a claimed range of 120 miles in the city and a top speed of 95 mph.
5 Urbet Nura
We don't usually hear big news from Spanish motorcycle manufacturers, but when we do, it's a mild-driving electric bike. Urbet is a Spain-based motorcycle company that had Wuxi Dongma, a manufacturer based in China, produce the Nura for them.
The Bura weighs in at 330 lbs and comes powered with a 72-volt 100aH battery. As for the range, Urbet claims that it can run for up to 118 miles but it will still largely depend on how the bike is used. The Urbet Nura can be bought for $8,344.
4 Yatri Project Zero
One of the most awaited companies to launch their electric-powered bikes in 2021 is Yatri Motorcycles. They first launched the prototype in December 2019 in Kathmandu and were happy with how the charts responded. So in the spring of 2021, they plan to launch Project Zero.
This dual-sport bike is capable of a 143-mile range thanks to the 30kW electric motor. As for charging, the Project Zero requires approximately 2 hours to charge the battery to 80%. There is no official news as to pricing yet.
3 2021 Zero DSR/BF
Most of the older electric motorcycles were hardly able to climb over minor humps on the road. But these days, electric bikes are able to keep up with combustion engine motorcycles on some of the toughest off-road trails.
The 2021 DSR/Black Forest, for example, is a dual-sport electric bike made by the American company, Zero. As their top-tier model, Zero claims that their DSR/Black Forest is the most capable ADV electric bike on the planet. With an $18,995 price tag, 112-mile range, and 102 mph top speed, it's an electric motorcycle we'd definitely love to ride.
2 2021 Zero SR/F
If most of the electric bikes in this list look too weird, the 2021 Zero SR/F may be a more conventional option. Although it is electric, it's battery sits right under the tank so its naked bike styling looks kind of like the Harley Davidson LiveWire.
This is an electric bike that's in the market for some years now and people love it for its futuristic flair. But the 2021 model will come in 2 options namely the Standard and Premium variants. Standard comes with 140 lb-ft of torque, 124 mph top speed, and a 200-mile range. The Premium one comes with accessories and a shorter charging time.
1 2021 Damon Hypersport
Cameras, sensors, and battery pack power sources aren't new when it comes to cars. But altogether, the concept can seem fresh when applied to a motorcycle. This is exactly what Damon Motors Inc. has been up to in the past few years.
The 2021 Damon HS looks like your typical sportbike but under the hood are very different mechanisms that make the whole thing one of the fastest motorcycles ever produced. Other publicized info about the Damon HS is that it will come with a 360-degree camera, 200 hp, 200 mph top speed, and a $24,995 base price.