I know the first question I ask when I see it shouldn't be "How much before it breaks?", but does anyone know? If I have to lay the bike or something happens will it still be good to go after I pick myself up?
@Antlion1001 Think of how often you replace the starter motor, the windshield wiper motor, the CD ejection motor on your radio, the electric windows motor... Electric motors require almost NO maintenance. they have INCREDIBLE torque (meaning they have FAST acceleration) and, importantly, they do NOT use oil products from the wealthiest corporations in the history of the planet.
They are trying to scare us away from electric because gas is profitable. Check out my main Upload and my Playlists!
i would like to see a motorcycle with the same system than the fisker karma, an engine powering a electric generator to charge the batterys, and that way you can reach long trips
Its pretty damn sad that a bike can be made to go 100+ mile range on a single charge when we are bitching and complaining about the oil situation why not do cars and everything else the same way. That way no one will have a reason to bitch about the cost of Gas or Oil. Why cant not only Congress but all of us as well, get our shit together and come up with more ideas to make it a better place to live and bring Work/Jobs back into the US. where it needs to be.
People need to stop whining about regenerative braking. You DON'T want regen braking on a motorbike. You need strong, consistent, and PREDICTABLE braking for safety and stopping power. People would lose traction in turns with regen braking and we don't need fatalities holding back EV adoption. It's not worth the small amount of charge you'd get back. Better to get a portable solar array.
It's great to see an EV with realistic capabilities. The only discouraging factor is the price. It would be great if the 10.0 could get under the $10k price point.
I'd love to know if the ranges advertised are running the EV at 100mph for 100mi or was there a different constant speed? I'd love to hear that the range is actually higher if you cruise the bike at 60mph.
This is an electric motorcycle I would seriously consider buying. My only concern is that once everyone coverts to electric transportation... the powers that be will simply begin charging the average Joe more for electricity (possibly much, much more).
@bolognadetector I thought of that too. The powers that be will probably come up with pre-paid "electric" cards....like the gift cards on the market and little plug and power-up stations. Crazy.
@bolognadetector wheal now they charge average Joe much much more than before on oil. So what he won't be paying on oil will go on electricity . No loss no gain. But until the price raises that high might pay less.
@TheTruthHurtsYup Of course I can imagine it, but electric bikes are typically considerably heavier than gas bikes, these days.
My standard of comparison is the 90 Honda Hawk GT. About 60 HP, about 400 lb full of gas, goes a little over 100 miles on a tank, top speed a little over 100mph. Similar to this electric bike, but I'd bet the electric with the big battery (only one that does 100 miles) weighs more than 400lbs. The 60mph/80mile model weighs 324lbs.
@Xaels I think super quick charging will win out unless they literally find a source of energy have a better kwh:kg ratio. Though I bet the biggest concern for the average citizen will be majority charge within 2-5 minutes. No one will want to wait at any "pump" for 30 minutes and up. :)
now all we need to do is figure out a way to instlal a or two windmill electricity free energy charging units ON/IN the motorcycle. THEN i can proudly put the american flag on that sucker with a license plate that reads " freeatlast " if i could fit that many characters on a license plate.lol. Long live the TRUE american libertarian dream. free energy on transportation
Ok lets say roughly 150.000 km on 1 battery pack with the Empulse 10.0, normally i would pay 16000€ for 150.000 Km on gas only. Green, environment friendly and cheap to mantain. It's a deal ! Get this thing to Europe fast so i can hook it up to my Solarpanel ;-) . Hope it gets here fast after the mid 2011 release, and the Dutch government makes us a good tax deal +- 9,999,- € ???
( $13995 = 9650€ ) Empulse 10.0 with 160 Km range Priced € 15,395 inc VAT = 10,615 €
Ok lets say roughly 150.000 km on 1 battery pack with the Empulse 10.0, normally i would pay 16000€ for 150.000 Km on gas only. Green, environment friendly and cheap to maintain. It's a deal ! Get this thing to Europe fast so i can hook it up to my Solarpanel ;-) . Hope it gets here fast after the mid 2011 release, and the Dutch government makes us a good tax deal +- 9,999,- € ???
( $13995 = 9650€ ) Empulse 10.0 with 160 Km range Priced € 15,395 inc VAT = 10,615 €
Ok lets say roughly 150.000 km on 1 battery pack with the Empulse 10.0, normally i would pay 16000€ for 150.000 Km on gas only. Green, environment friendly and cheap to maintain. It's a deal ! Get this thing to Europe fast so i can hook it up to my Solarpanel ;-) . Hope it gets here fast after the mid 2011 release, and the Dutch government makes us a good tax deal +- 9,999,- € ???
( $13995 = 9650€ ) Empulse 10.0 with 160 Km range Priced € 15,395 inc VAT = 10,615 €
Ok lets say roughly 150.000 km on 1 battery pack with the Empulse 10.0, normally i would pay 16000€ for 150.000 Km on gas only. Green, environment friendly and cheap to mantain. It's a deal ! Get this thing to Europe fast so i can hook it up to my Solarpanel ;-) . Hope it gets here fast after the mid 2011 release, and the Dutch government makes us a good tax deal +- 9,999,- € ???
( $13995 = 9650€ ) Empulse 10.0 with 160 Km range Priced € 15,395 inc VAT = 10,615 €
it looks cool, but I ride a liter sportbike and I want speeds of 160+mph and 0-60 times of 3.0-3.2 seconds and a 10 second quarter mile before I would be willing to switch
You guys should really talk to Stanford R. Ovshinsky. I'm absolutely sure he can improve your batteries by quite a significant amount. He is most likely really busy but you should still attempt to get a hold of him.
Regen braking would set this thing apart. For me, distance is the measure of usefulness from point A to B. That's the only reason why I'd risk my neck on a bike. Electric and distance. And if you need carbon fiber to reduce weight, then use it. If it costs more, the charge for it. Recycled milk bottles don't matter- it's already electric. That's more than enough.
A video of a guy riding the twisties yet the ergonomics of the bike is more akin to a cruiser. Give me aggressive sportbike ergonomics. Maybe the body parts can be interchangeable by the user for either a more comfortable cruiser feel or a full on Ducati feel. As a side note, keep up the good work guys.
this is a brilliant idea,no Government will ever allow things like this because they will be losing revenue big time,or they WILL come up with some form of TAX
I'd buy one in a heartbeat if it wasn't so UNATTRACTIVE ! the tank and wheel covers are cool, but what's up with the battery cage and DISGUSTING rear seat kickout??? I mean it's a new age bike, being electric you got all the freedom to make as sexy as humanly possible.
3 years with VECTRIX...in the traffic of Roma...it's like to ride the wind....45 years that I use motorbikes....after the electric, even great moto means to me...jurassic...it is incredible the joy of ride the wind...in the silence :)))
I am not an engineer in the least, so maybe i'm not getting something, but why are all electric motorcycles i see, whether manufactured like this one or scratch built in a garage, all single speed? i'm aware there are major differences between gasoline and electric motors but would it not increase speed AND range if these vehicles had even a 2 or 3 speed transmission? also no mention of regenerative braking... cmon, toyota has been doing this compeditively priced for over 13 years!
THANK YOU,whoever stuck with that 100 miles range IF that " 80-120 mile range in normal usage" is true. That's called NOT inflating your specs on your product. CUDOS and god bless this company and ALL electric vehicle companies..ONE CLOSER STEP..TO TRUE FREE FUEL...and/or FREEDOM from mahmoud of iran and saudi arabia's precious oil!
am i correct in thinking the bike uses 6 to 10 kw/h batteries? because to achieve 100 mph a bike needs about 35hp =26kw output .now 26kw will drain a 6kw/h battery in 14 minutes, infact it will be somewhat less because that was with 100% conversion efficiency. will be down to 10 minutes at 70% overall efficiency 16.66 miles.
@Gothtecdotcom I don't speak for the company, and I haven't seen their website yet. Many of the cutting edge EV cars can recharge on 110v household current in around 6-8 hours. I suspect the Brammo, with smaller battery packs, would be closer to 4 hours maybe? And I bet a special 240v dedicated charging station could be engineered to do it in just a couple hours.
How many battery charges can we expect from the 100? Also how long does it take to fully charge? Best of luck to your team at Brammo. Oh, and how do I buy stock in this company??
I start loving this brand really . Great innovations ,great products and fair prices. I’m 100% sure if some other companies like ultramotors would put their hands on this bike they will charge you the same as baying your Lincoln car. Brammo however must now prove reliability and service I wish they can succeed because we need such products.
@incognito84 itll be electronic! XD, on the serious side though i think itll be law because i heard prius are a danger for blind people since they cant hear the engine.
@gilessmokey there are a lot of variables, but we have seen up to 120mile range at a normal usage. At wide open throttle (not sure where you can do this) it would depend on rider weight and climb/descent, but you can see 80-120 mile range in normal usage, hence the 100mile range number.
@brammo I can think of a lot of places I'd be willing to have a bike 100+mph for a sustained period, how long does the battery last. I've heard a lot about $.01 a mile, but then the battery costs 10grand to replace after 100k miles, whats the deal with your bike?
@gilessmokey the specs from brammos website for the highest end version:
10kWh battery capacity with a 40kW motor. (That's over 100 amps of juice at 88.8 volts...)
So top speed using all 40kW you get 15 minutes of ride time... The actuall top speed will vary (very slighty) with wind resistance, total weight, and the grade (slope angle) of the road. This would only apply to race track situations of course...
I'd guestimate about 2 hours of freeway driving in real life based on the listed specs.
@gilessmokey the specs from brammos website for the highest end version:
10kWh battery capacity with a 40kW motor. (That's over 100 amps of juice at 88.8 volts...)
So top speed using all 40kW you get 15 minutes of ride time... The actuall top speed will vary (very slighty) with wind resistance, total weight, and the grade (slope angle) of the road. This would only apply to race track situations of course...
I'd guestimate about 2 hours of freeway driving in real life based on the listed specs.
@gilessmokey the specs from brammos website for the highest end version:
10kWh battery capacity with a 40kW motor. (That's over 100 amps of juice at 88.8 volts...)
So top speed using all 40kW you get 15 minutes of ride time... The actuall top speed will vary (very slighty) with wind resistance, total weight, and the grade (slope angle) of the road. This would only apply to race track situations of course...
I'd guestimate about 2 hours of freeway driving in real life based on the listed specs.
I gotta say, I rode the Brammo Enertia, the commuter bike, and it was a solid machine. This Empulse rocks. I think this is just the first to come of some killer electric sporty bikes.
The bike looks great, it’s definitely a great asset to start seeing this new technologies taking place.
I will be interested to know how much is the price and how much the price of maintenance including changing batteries and reparation. Because usually all those new technologies of hybrids ..etc charges us more in order to save us money. Do you want to save some money? Than pay more loll
;) I LOVE YOUR COMPANY! I would erge investers to put money into this company LIKE BIG TIME!!! PARK YOUR GAS GUZZLERS FOR YOUR LONG HALL TRIPS. RIDE A BRAMMO TO WORK OR PLAY! THIS IS THE FUTURE NOW! AND THE BIG PLUS,IT'S MADE IN THE U.S.A. :) BEST OF LUCK TO YOU ALL AT BRAMMO. I want one but cant shell out the full price all at once and I have no credit. So I think it would be a good idea that perhaps the Government should lone moneys to buy your products. Just an idea.
@i8acobra 100 mile range is an average based on common use. How far you can go at 100miles per hour is probably more than you can find a spot to do it legally. That said, it will vary depending on your weight, grade, etc. But some folks will see 120 mile range, some 80 at high speed.
@pixolut Testrides as fast as we can get them into production. Pre-order volume is driving that so if you want to help get them into production quicker, place your pre-order at brammo.com/store/brammo-empulse/ and then we will call you when it is time to build your bike. If you can not/dont want to do it, pass it on to the next person. (non transferable) Thanks
in Canada, QC? yeah I know, the province where motorcycliste are kind of cockroaches. I'm currently looking via the SAAduQ for registration.I'm willing to trade my Chevy IROC Z '86 350 ci 4 barrel & probably my Buell firebolt too for something less alcoolic =) life span if used 6 month/year? charge cycle? 100 milles is like 1 week and half of dailly commute (witthout extra) Is it better to choose a 6.0? minimum temperature without performance reduction?
This gorgeous little bike would sell in sweden, with all the new tollstations where motorcycles can pass without having to pay would make this a real money saver for commuters, and fun too !
I wish brammo all the best this could be the breakthrough for EV's
My Enertia has been flawless so far but now I am drooling for a Empulse - If I can trade my Enertia in sign me up for one! I'm ready to go faster than 62!
How about a press-kit or some hi-res images please. Also if we could have a test-ride video without any music would be appreciated. Makes it easier for me to promote you guys ;) Cheers -Stew
what will the warranty be on the battery and how long is it expected to last? (i posted it on facebook) keep up the good stuff! (but please answer my questions)
@rlogtenberg We will release the specs soon, but over 50,000 miles, depending on how they are treated. Batteries dont like being stored in excessive heat or cold when not in use, etc. etc.
The range is almost overkill. I can't imagine wanting to go 100 miles on a motorcycle. The 60 mile model hits the sweet spot imo, and the price is just right.
I thought Brammo was a chinese firework company...I kid..
Hey Brammo Can I have an Empulse if I Become 2011's biggest brammo fan?
I think Brammo are the first E.V manufacturer including motorcycle car, bus etc to
actually release an Electric vehicle that the masses can afford, with comparative specs to I.C.E...Been a massive bike fan for years but never passed my test, was gonna buy a zero DS but I want this instead...how much for a u.k bike?
To make everyone happy, you're going to have to build a bike that goes 1000 mile on a charge, charge in 5 minutes, make it faster than the average superbike (for the full 1000 mile range) and it must make lots of noise! Have I forgotten anything? Oh yeah, sell it for less than you built it for, say under $5,000.
@dwmtl1000s1974 We are exploring a level 2 220v quick charge. The ranges we start are average usage, including driving hard part of the time. (it is a blast!) but you can see a range variance from 80-120 miles on the model 10.0 depending on usage for example.
Oh! Gosh! Wondering What technology can do for mankind!
That is a "BEAUTY"!! An amazing piece of Engineering! Love it!! :)
nikhilkash92 1 week ago
The video was uploaded in July 2010 and used the term "production" and phrase (delivery) "beginning 2011". To quote Clara Peller "wheres the beef" ?
Rharms1 2 months ago
@Rharms1 Great question. Look for final specifications and launch this spring. We keep improving from the prototype!
brammo 2 months ago
Dear Santa.....
Twolve209 2 months ago
Thank you for sending me this @Eshlah/Twitter
xxxjosh99xxx 3 months ago
I know the first question I ask when I see it shouldn't be "How much before it breaks?", but does anyone know? If I have to lay the bike or something happens will it still be good to go after I pick myself up?
Antlion1001 3 months ago
@Antlion1001 Think of how often you replace the starter motor, the windshield wiper motor, the CD ejection motor on your radio, the electric windows motor... Electric motors require almost NO maintenance. they have INCREDIBLE torque (meaning they have FAST acceleration) and, importantly, they do NOT use oil products from the wealthiest corporations in the history of the planet.
They are trying to scare us away from electric because gas is profitable. Check out my main Upload and my Playlists!
CI9TK 2 months ago
i would like to see a motorcycle with the same system than the fisker karma, an engine powering a electric generator to charge the batterys, and that way you can reach long trips
dnaniell 3 months ago
было бы такое в россии за 10 тысяч долларов взял бы
smirnov1977 3 months ago
US only ? Any chance we can buy it in the EU ?
subtheo 3 months ago
@subtheo e-gefuehl.de there you can buy it form düsseldorf in germany;)
JUL261193 3 months ago
@subtheo you can also get one in the UK. I live in the state of denmark and im getting one from the UK
LifeIsJustARide85 3 months ago
Looks really good.
carbonrocket 4 months ago
i love this bike and i want it where i get ?
triplehgopiram 4 months ago
i'm gonna get one now! ya ya ya
sweetgyy 4 months ago
Any plans for a bike that's less sporty looking?
scarekrow9 4 months ago
@scarekrow9 They already have one called the Enertia
gasdive 3 months ago
will the empulse RR be for sale??
mreisma 4 months ago
When will they actually be available?
CncObsession 5 months ago
Everybody get one
1991araaron 5 months ago
@mrrenegade....u should watch "who killed the electric car" documentary. It's will answer ur questions
harmony114 5 months ago
When it will be available in Europe !?
mptrax 6 months ago
WOWWWWW YEAHHHHHHHHH !
mptrax 6 months ago
Its pretty damn sad that a bike can be made to go 100+ mile range on a single charge when we are bitching and complaining about the oil situation why not do cars and everything else the same way. That way no one will have a reason to bitch about the cost of Gas or Oil. Why cant not only Congress but all of us as well, get our shit together and come up with more ideas to make it a better place to live and bring Work/Jobs back into the US. where it needs to be.
mrrenegade6963 6 months ago
@mrrenegade6963 Because Exxon doesn't want you driving something that doesn't use their products.
glennheston 5 months ago
People need to stop whining about regenerative braking. You DON'T want regen braking on a motorbike. You need strong, consistent, and PREDICTABLE braking for safety and stopping power. People would lose traction in turns with regen braking and we don't need fatalities holding back EV adoption. It's not worth the small amount of charge you'd get back. Better to get a portable solar array.
CojackM 6 months ago
are there any brammo branches worldwide? in asia?
laughingboyrepublic 7 months ago
are there any brammo branch worldwide?
laughingboyrepublic 7 months ago
Are these products made in America or China?
cmfluteguy 7 months ago
10K$ you guys arent quite getting the big picture. people who care about the environment don't want to pay an arm and a leg to help the planet.
psyberflight 7 months ago
please come to pakistan
ushibaba83 7 months ago
how much KW this bike? tnx
mapukmapuk 7 months ago
It's great to see an EV with realistic capabilities. The only discouraging factor is the price. It would be great if the 10.0 could get under the $10k price point.
TheScandinavianFlick 7 months ago
The future is now! Come to Brazil urgent!
haroldosantossilva 8 months ago
You need a Brand new helmet design for a Brand new bike. The Worlds first rearview helmet from Reevu fits the bill.
MrMarkanthony10 8 months ago
I'd love to know if the ranges advertised are running the EV at 100mph for 100mi or was there a different constant speed? I'd love to hear that the range is actually higher if you cruise the bike at 60mph.
MrVTECKiller 8 months ago
Can this bike be driven in the rain? Daily at that with no ill effects?
warpedapple 9 months ago
@warpedapple yes
gasdive 3 months ago
BRAMMO / BRAWWO !....
mecanomy 9 months ago
what would the price be in California after federal and state credit?
Cheyne711 9 months ago
Recharge time---in hours, and minutes please.
willwyko 9 months ago
I want a motocycle like this.
Desveladox100pre 9 months ago
This is an electric motorcycle I would seriously consider buying. My only concern is that once everyone coverts to electric transportation... the powers that be will simply begin charging the average Joe more for electricity (possibly much, much more).
bolognadetector 9 months ago
@bolognadetector
Start buying solar/wind generators
GeorgeDubyaBush911 8 months ago
@bolognadetector I thought of that too. The powers that be will probably come up with pre-paid "electric" cards....like the gift cards on the market and little plug and power-up stations. Crazy.
StaceySoares 8 months ago
@bolognadetector wheal now they charge average Joe much much more than before on oil. So what he won't be paying on oil will go on electricity . No loss no gain. But until the price raises that high might pay less.
velvetcasuat 6 months ago
Electrics will no doubt take over. Can you image a 200hp bike weighing around 200lbs, that would be SICK.
TheTruthHurtsYup 9 months ago
@TheTruthHurtsYup Of course I can imagine it, but electric bikes are typically considerably heavier than gas bikes, these days.
My standard of comparison is the 90 Honda Hawk GT. About 60 HP, about 400 lb full of gas, goes a little over 100 miles on a tank, top speed a little over 100mph. Similar to this electric bike, but I'd bet the electric with the big battery (only one that does 100 miles) weighs more than 400lbs. The 60mph/80mile model weighs 324lbs.
boulderdsvo 8 months ago
@TheTruthHurtsYup 1 pound per horse power.. Omg.. I never thought of that.. that's hot.
DoomSwitch 7 months ago
Amazing... Will be fast recharging technology in the near future? Or a higher-capacity battery. Sometimes i need to drive 300Km/~190miles.
Xaels 9 months ago
@Xaels I think super quick charging will win out unless they literally find a source of energy have a better kwh:kg ratio. Though I bet the biggest concern for the average citizen will be majority charge within 2-5 minutes. No one will want to wait at any "pump" for 30 minutes and up. :)
MrVTECKiller 8 months ago
now all we need to do is figure out a way to instlal a or two windmill electricity free energy charging units ON/IN the motorcycle. THEN i can proudly put the american flag on that sucker with a license plate that reads " freeatlast " if i could fit that many characters on a license plate.lol. Long live the TRUE american libertarian dream. free energy on transportation
chronofusion 10 months ago
@chronofusion Second Law of Thermodynamics will say otherwise ;)
cacurvygurl87 8 months ago
@chronofusion The laws of thermodynamics might hinder that dream of yours...just a bit. lol
cacurvygurl87 8 months ago
nice ! hurry to the Netherlands please, release mid 2011.... can't wait
STINISME 10 months ago
Ok lets say roughly 150.000 km on 1 battery pack with the Empulse 10.0, normally i would pay 16000€ for 150.000 Km on gas only. Green, environment friendly and cheap to mantain. It's a deal ! Get this thing to Europe fast so i can hook it up to my Solarpanel ;-) . Hope it gets here fast after the mid 2011 release, and the Dutch government makes us a good tax deal +- 9,999,- € ???
( $13995 = 9650€ ) Empulse 10.0 with 160 Km range Priced € 15,395 inc VAT = 10,615 €
Please hurry ...
STINISME 10 months ago
Ok lets say roughly 150.000 km on 1 battery pack with the Empulse 10.0, normally i would pay 16000€ for 150.000 Km on gas only. Green, environment friendly and cheap to maintain. It's a deal ! Get this thing to Europe fast so i can hook it up to my Solarpanel ;-) . Hope it gets here fast after the mid 2011 release, and the Dutch government makes us a good tax deal +- 9,999,- € ???
( $13995 = 9650€ ) Empulse 10.0 with 160 Km range Priced € 15,395 inc VAT = 10,615 €
Please hurry ..
STINISME 10 months ago
Ok lets say roughly 150.000 km on 1 battery pack with the Empulse 10.0, normally i would pay 16000€ for 150.000 Km on gas only. Green, environment friendly and cheap to maintain. It's a deal ! Get this thing to Europe fast so i can hook it up to my Solarpanel ;-) . Hope it gets here fast after the mid 2011 release, and the Dutch government makes us a good tax deal +- 9,999,- € ???
( $13995 = 9650€ ) Empulse 10.0 with 160 Km range Priced € 15,395 inc VAT = 10,615 €
Please hurry ...
STINISME 10 months ago
Ok lets say roughly 150.000 km on 1 battery pack with the Empulse 10.0, normally i would pay 16000€ for 150.000 Km on gas only. Green, environment friendly and cheap to mantain. It's a deal ! Get this thing to Europe fast so i can hook it up to my Solarpanel ;-) . Hope it gets here fast after the mid 2011 release, and the Dutch government makes us a good tax deal +- 9,999,- € ???
( $13995 = 9650€ ) Empulse 10.0 with 160 Km range Priced € 15,395 inc VAT = 10,615 €
Please hurry ...
STINISME 10 months ago
What is the battery pack? And what is the battery pack's life?
Looks like L-Ion Phosphate?
menahunie007 10 months ago
it looks cool, but I ride a liter sportbike and I want speeds of 160+mph and 0-60 times of 3.0-3.2 seconds and a 10 second quarter mile before I would be willing to switch
Brassmonkay3 11 months ago
BRAVOOOOOOOOO
HYBRELEC 11 months ago
You guys should really talk to Stanford R. Ovshinsky. I'm absolutely sure he can improve your batteries by quite a significant amount. He is most likely really busy but you should still attempt to get a hold of him.
TuNuCedeMalis 11 months ago
Regen braking would set this thing apart. For me, distance is the measure of usefulness from point A to B. That's the only reason why I'd risk my neck on a bike. Electric and distance. And if you need carbon fiber to reduce weight, then use it. If it costs more, the charge for it. Recycled milk bottles don't matter- it's already electric. That's more than enough.
MrHenryDT 1 year ago
A video of a guy riding the twisties yet the ergonomics of the bike is more akin to a cruiser. Give me aggressive sportbike ergonomics. Maybe the body parts can be interchangeable by the user for either a more comfortable cruiser feel or a full on Ducati feel. As a side note, keep up the good work guys.
TuNuCedeMalis 1 year ago
how much does it costs?
konstantineE1 1 year ago
@konstantineE1 Watch the vid, silly! $9,995!
ktsmom9 6 months ago
this is a brilliant idea,no Government will ever allow things like this because they will be losing revenue big time,or they WILL come up with some form of TAX
TheEriczed 1 year ago
It's a start; but sport bikers (I have an 08 R1) will want much more than 100mph before they switch from their in line four litre bikes.
duckgeezer 1 year ago
Hello,
I'm 17 and I have a 50cm3 but i'm planning on changing my bike when i'll be 18,
here is my question:
Are you planning on exporting the empulse in europe? especially in switzerland? if so, what would be the average price?
Sorry for my bad english :)
RevanCorana 1 year ago
I'd buy one in a heartbeat if it wasn't so UNATTRACTIVE ! the tank and wheel covers are cool, but what's up with the battery cage and DISGUSTING rear seat kickout??? I mean it's a new age bike, being electric you got all the freedom to make as sexy as humanly possible.
satvic1 1 year ago
3 years with VECTRIX...in the traffic of Roma...it's like to ride the wind....45 years that I use motorbikes....after the electric, even great moto means to me...jurassic...it is incredible the joy of ride the wind...in the silence :)))
viandantepellegrino 1 year ago
@viandantepellegrino
I feel the same way. It's like being pulled along by an invisible force. Or riding a magic carpet. I could never go back to gas.
Zamboro 1 year ago
COOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL
pasowokauzo 1 year ago
I am not an engineer in the least, so maybe i'm not getting something, but why are all electric motorcycles i see, whether manufactured like this one or scratch built in a garage, all single speed? i'm aware there are major differences between gasoline and electric motors but would it not increase speed AND range if these vehicles had even a 2 or 3 speed transmission? also no mention of regenerative braking... cmon, toyota has been doing this compeditively priced for over 13 years!
paradoxb3 1 year ago
@paradoxb3 yes but you can only go from 1 to 3 miles with a Toboata
TheEriczed 1 year ago
Price needs to come down considerably... so I can afford to park it next to my Ninja.
djsufferthing 1 year ago
will this charge faster if i use a 220v outlet
minimotardking 1 year ago
Good luck brammo. I'm looking to learn on an electric bike and want to buy an empulse in the future, because E.V cars are out of reach.
eldictator1 1 year ago
How would this bike fit someone at 5' 11" 180 lbs? Is it a small bike? Is there a windscreen available?
DrugOfTheNation 1 year ago
Sweet bike, goofy brand name. Makes me think of a Japanese person trying to say 'blammo'...
ikeaaron 1 year ago
think, this is just the beginning.... omg i cant wait for the future...
888Knitlz888 1 year ago
THANK YOU,whoever stuck with that 100 miles range IF that " 80-120 mile range in normal usage" is true. That's called NOT inflating your specs on your product. CUDOS and god bless this company and ALL electric vehicle companies..ONE CLOSER STEP..TO TRUE FREE FUEL...and/or FREEDOM from mahmoud of iran and saudi arabia's precious oil!
chronofusion 1 year ago
nice work :) i really like it
tonypsychorous 1 year ago
I want to be able to do a wheelie.
datchley1 1 year ago
am i correct in thinking the bike uses 6 to 10 kw/h batteries? because to achieve 100 mph a bike needs about 35hp =26kw output .now 26kw will drain a 6kw/h battery in 14 minutes, infact it will be somewhat less because that was with 100% conversion efficiency. will be down to 10 minutes at 70% overall efficiency 16.66 miles.
gilessmokey 1 year ago
Recharge time, please?
Gothtecdotcom 1 year ago
@Gothtecdotcom depends on the model, but roughly 40-50 minutes per KwH
brammo 1 year ago
@brammo so if you plug it in at home would that be 8 hrs?
gtanimation 1 year ago
@brammo so about 10 hours :D god damn
artjomskras 1 year ago
@Gothtecdotcom I don't speak for the company, and I haven't seen their website yet. Many of the cutting edge EV cars can recharge on 110v household current in around 6-8 hours. I suspect the Brammo, with smaller battery packs, would be closer to 4 hours maybe? And I bet a special 240v dedicated charging station could be engineered to do it in just a couple hours.
rmcdaniel423 9 months ago
Now this is one sexy piece of ace!
TheElectrocar 1 year ago
Regenerative braking? Any third party mods?
scorpion251970 1 year ago
@scorpion251970 No regenerative braking yet. No mods yet either. Need regenerative braking badly. Extend range by about 20-40 miles!
noblebear2018 1 year ago
When is this coming to Canada? I will be the first to buy one! and please don't overprice it in Canada since Canadian and American money is the same.
FireOFK 1 year ago
How many battery charges can we expect from the 100? Also how long does it take to fully charge? Best of luck to your team at Brammo. Oh, and how do I buy stock in this company??
MrNotdave 1 year ago
I start loving this brand really . Great innovations ,great products and fair prices. I’m 100% sure if some other companies like ultramotors would put their hands on this bike they will charge you the same as baying your Lincoln car. Brammo however must now prove reliability and service I wish they can succeed because we need such products.
issamworld 1 year ago
I would buy that in a second. Beautiful looking bike, actually the first electric motorcycle that has appealed to me on an aesthetic level.
I will miss the "vroom, vroom" though!
incognito84 1 year ago
@incognito84 itll be electronic! XD, on the serious side though i think itll be law because i heard prius are a danger for blind people since they cant hear the engine.
aghachi 1 year ago
what is the range at 100mph? real figures please.
gilessmokey 1 year ago
@gilessmokey there are a lot of variables, but we have seen up to 120mile range at a normal usage. At wide open throttle (not sure where you can do this) it would depend on rider weight and climb/descent, but you can see 80-120 mile range in normal usage, hence the 100mile range number.
brammo 1 year ago
@brammo
I find it hard to believe.
Get a car or a motorbike and try to see the difference in fuel consumption at full throttle or normal usage...
If you car and max speed has 805 range than at normal I will buy both the bike and your car :)
Filosprint 1 year ago
@brammo I can think of a lot of places I'd be willing to have a bike 100+mph for a sustained period, how long does the battery last. I've heard a lot about $.01 a mile, but then the battery costs 10grand to replace after 100k miles, whats the deal with your bike?
PerryJ994 9 months ago
@gilessmokey the specs from brammos website for the highest end version:
10kWh battery capacity with a 40kW motor. (That's over 100 amps of juice at 88.8 volts...)
So top speed using all 40kW you get 15 minutes of ride time... The actuall top speed will vary (very slighty) with wind resistance, total weight, and the grade (slope angle) of the road. This would only apply to race track situations of course...
I'd guestimate about 2 hours of freeway driving in real life based on the listed specs.
WhiteBoySushiSC 9 months ago
@gilessmokey the specs from brammos website for the highest end version:
10kWh battery capacity with a 40kW motor. (That's over 100 amps of juice at 88.8 volts...)
So top speed using all 40kW you get 15 minutes of ride time... The actuall top speed will vary (very slighty) with wind resistance, total weight, and the grade (slope angle) of the road. This would only apply to race track situations of course...
I'd guestimate about 2 hours of freeway driving in real life based on the listed specs.
WhiteBoySushiSC 9 months ago
@gilessmokey the specs from brammos website for the highest end version:
10kWh battery capacity with a 40kW motor. (That's over 100 amps of juice at 88.8 volts...)
So top speed using all 40kW you get 15 minutes of ride time... The actuall top speed will vary (very slighty) with wind resistance, total weight, and the grade (slope angle) of the road. This would only apply to race track situations of course...
I'd guestimate about 2 hours of freeway driving in real life based on the listed specs.
WhiteBoySushiSC 9 months ago
wonder how it sounds....
enyeny7077 1 year ago
As "fuel"efficiency /range is so important factor in marketing these machines its surprising that there is little attempt in improving aerodynamics.
axelerat3d 1 year ago
I really cant see these catching on, except maybe for city commuting.
TheJimineycricket 1 year ago
The video is good but the voice-over guy sounds bored out of his mind. Is he talking about an exciting bike or reading ketchup ingredients?
AshtonPhoto 1 year ago
I gotta say, I rode the Brammo Enertia, the commuter bike, and it was a solid machine. This Empulse rocks. I think this is just the first to come of some killer electric sporty bikes.
Shorty111R 1 year ago
How heavy is the bike?
DominicEldiablo 1 year ago
@DominicEldiablo final stats will be on brammo.com soon. Depends on battery pack.
brammo 1 year ago
when is launch date in 2011?
lienly 1 year ago
@lienly as soon as we can. We are working quickly but the sooner we hit 1000 pre-orders the sooner we can get it to market!
brammo 1 year ago
@brammo Id love to help..what are the prices of the three empulse models?
kenandjasha 1 year ago
Impulse (LOL) named after an aftershave!
eckyspondoolie 1 year ago
The bike looks great, it’s definitely a great asset to start seeing this new technologies taking place.
I will be interested to know how much is the price and how much the price of maintenance including changing batteries and reparation. Because usually all those new technologies of hybrids ..etc charges us more in order to save us money. Do you want to save some money? Than pay more loll
issamworld 1 year ago
;) I LOVE YOUR COMPANY! I would erge investers to put money into this company LIKE BIG TIME!!! PARK YOUR GAS GUZZLERS FOR YOUR LONG HALL TRIPS. RIDE A BRAMMO TO WORK OR PLAY! THIS IS THE FUTURE NOW! AND THE BIG PLUS,IT'S MADE IN THE U.S.A. :) BEST OF LUCK TO YOU ALL AT BRAMMO. I want one but cant shell out the full price all at once and I have no credit. So I think it would be a good idea that perhaps the Government should lone moneys to buy your products. Just an idea.
yesIdoLikeDogs 1 year ago
I think electric drive fits supermotards best..
grendelkeep 1 year ago
Do you have a package deal that includes a method of convincing my wife that I need this vehicle?
oobflyer 1 year ago
When can I see it in Europe?
5eleonor4 1 year ago
Beautiful.
GregWatermann 1 year ago
@i8acobra 100 mile range is an average based on common use. How far you can go at 100miles per hour is probably more than you can find a spot to do it legally. That said, it will vary depending on your weight, grade, etc. But some folks will see 120 mile range, some 80 at high speed.
brammo 1 year ago
Fantastic!
BlueRoseRocketBand2 1 year ago
Would love to see a preview road test of this bike. You guys cracked it in the looks department - has some Ducati feel to it.
pixolut 1 year ago
@pixolut Testrides as fast as we can get them into production. Pre-order volume is driving that so if you want to help get them into production quicker, place your pre-order at brammo.com/store/brammo-empulse/ and then we will call you when it is time to build your bike. If you can not/dont want to do it, pass it on to the next person. (non transferable) Thanks
brammo 1 year ago
Awesome bike, nice job guys!
ckeel4 1 year ago
@ckeel4 thanks your kind!
brammo 1 year ago
2 Thumbs way up!!
Allanfries 1 year ago
comments are appreciated and returned !!!!!!!!!!!
Gunther7705 1 year ago
any bikes going to make it to Australia?
HectikVideo 1 year ago
@HectikVideo we are looking at it? We are trying to find the top 10 dealers in Austrailia, brammo.com/dealers/
brammo 1 year ago
Have to figure out what to do with my Enertia once this arrives. Very cool.
vegasracer7 1 year ago
@vegasracer7 We will help :)
brammo 1 year ago
how long does the charge take?
debenguzzi 1 year ago
@debenguzzi about 40 minutes per KwH on a 110 plug, about 20 minutes per KwH on a Level 2 charge (optional) so 6.0 model is 6x 40 minutes.
brammo 1 year ago
チェーン駆動の必要があるのかな？
後輪ホイールのセンターにモーターを埋め込んだ方が駆動系のロスが減らせるのでは？となると2WDも可能だな。
現在のスポーツタイプのオートバイに引けをとらないスタイルは絶賛するが、もっとオートバイの枠を超えた大胆なスタイルができそう。
bkkegb 1 year ago
in Canada, QC? yeah I know, the province where motorcycliste are kind of cockroaches. I'm currently looking via the SAAduQ for registration.I'm willing to trade my Chevy IROC Z '86 350 ci 4 barrel & probably my Buell firebolt too for something less alcoolic =) life span if used 6 month/year? charge cycle? 100 milles is like 1 week and half of dailly commute (witthout extra) Is it better to choose a 6.0? minimum temperature without performance reduction?
BTW.. I think i jizzed in my pants : S
rick9683 1 year ago
please tell me this music ？
MINDLESSED 1 year ago
こんなもんくらい、日本はなんでつくらねーのかな。
ま、どうせ規制かかってんだろーけど。
まったく、日本のモーターシーンが衰退してる原因の半分は道交法だっつーの。
ところでこのムービー。
BGMよりエンジン音とか聞かせろよ。電動ならしないと思うけど。
走ってる時の音を聞かせろよ。
このムービー作ったやつはバイク載ったことねーだろ。
sanwadental 1 year ago
This gorgeous little bike would sell in sweden, with all the new tollstations where motorcycles can pass without having to pay would make this a real money saver for commuters, and fun too !
I wish brammo all the best this could be the breakthrough for EV's
Automan999 1 year ago
Hi, the bike will be sold in Brazil?
MCNRENAN 1 year ago
@MCNRENAN we are working on it...
brammo 1 year ago
My Enertia has been flawless so far but now I am drooling for a Empulse - If I can trade my Enertia in sign me up for one! I'm ready to go faster than 62!
s44captain 1 year ago
@s44captain give craig or adrian a call at brammo. We will take care of you.
brammo 1 year ago
How about a press-kit or some hi-res images please. Also if we could have a test-ride video without any music would be appreciated. Makes it easier for me to promote you guys ;) Cheers -Stew
AvgasStew 1 year ago
@AvgasStew Stew, thanks - send an email to astewart@brammo.com and we will get you set up.
Much appreciated
brammo 1 year ago
what will the warranty be on the battery and how long is it expected to last? (i posted it on facebook) keep up the good stuff! (but please answer my questions)
rlogtenberg 1 year ago
@rlogtenberg We will release the specs soon, but over 50,000 miles, depending on how they are treated. Batteries dont like being stored in excessive heat or cold when not in use, etc. etc.
brammo 1 year ago
The range is almost overkill. I can't imagine wanting to go 100 miles on a motorcycle. The 60 mile model hits the sweet spot imo, and the price is just right.
Zamboro 1 year ago
Блин! Прелесть, нам ткое не скоро светит =(
OmniLC 1 year ago
Looking forward to taking the Empulse up Palomar's twisty roads and Willow Springs Raceway. Yes, we've put in our pre-order :)
SoCalBuellRiders 1 year ago
@SoCalBuellRiders Welcome aboard! The more pre-orders we get the faster we can get these to market. So thanks for spreading the word and signing up!
brammo 1 year ago
i have a honda CBR600rr... hmm... this looks interesting. i would like to try this.
blackphosphor 1 year ago
Will need to test ride. I would probable do a sv650 engine conversion anyways.
allwheeldrive1 1 year ago
I thought Brammo was a chinese firework company...I kid..
Hey Brammo Can I have an Empulse if I Become 2011's biggest brammo fan?
I think Brammo are the first E.V manufacturer including motorcycle car, bus etc to
actually release an Electric vehicle that the masses can afford, with comparative specs to I.C.E...Been a massive bike fan for years but never passed my test, was gonna buy a zero DS but I want this instead...how much for a u.k bike?
eldictator1 1 year ago
@eldictator1 We agree! we have worked really hard to achieve it. We will have UK prices very soon!
brammo 1 year ago
what about after market parts ? can i get extra batteries?
bigguyjames34 1 year ago
Wow. This looks like a great bike, but does the rain effect anything on this bike. Light rain, heavy rain. This has to play a major factor
jccpower45 1 year ago
@jccpower45
All the water sensitive components would definitely have been splash proofed/isolated from rain.
AhilMohan 1 year ago
it looks really small.. I can see the future in electric bikes :) in 15-20 years I reckon 30-40% of bike are going to be electric
AleksandarKospenda 1 year ago
@AleksandarKospenda I think you will find the size appropriate, similar to 600 cc gas bikes.
brammo 1 year ago
To make everyone happy, you're going to have to build a bike that goes 1000 mile on a charge, charge in 5 minutes, make it faster than the average superbike (for the full 1000 mile range) and it must make lots of noise! Have I forgotten anything? Oh yeah, sell it for less than you built it for, say under $5,000.
Liv2xplore 1 year ago
@Liv2xplore Well - if we do that, we might as well focus on curing cancer and diabetes !!!
brammo 1 year ago
@brammo Don't forget AIDS...
nagyattilapeter 1 year ago
I would definitely get this baby as a local commute around town.
CuervoBlack06 1 year ago
I AM SALIVATING :p
schroom766 1 year ago
Will this be through Best Buy as well? If so, when?
Liv2xplore 1 year ago
@Liv2xplore We are still looking at the channel, we are about to start looking dealers and will be going to Best Buy as well.
brammo 1 year ago
I would love to see 0-60, 0-1320. Can it wheelie? Can you quick charge on 220V? What is the range when driven kinda hard?
It really looks great and has me very interested. I am glad and thankful your guys are making them come true!
Thanks
dwmtl1000s1974 1 year ago
@dwmtl1000s1974 We are exploring a level 2 220v quick charge. The ranges we start are average usage, including driving hard part of the time. (it is a blast!) but you can see a range variance from 80-120 miles on the model 10.0 depending on usage for example.
brammo 1 year ago