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Thinking of learning to ride? Here’s why your first motorcycle should be electric

Electrek

The world of motorcycles is rapidly changing, with the rise of electric motorcycles heralding a new era of motorcycling. If you’re considering getting your first motorcycle, there’s never been a better time to join the electric revolution. more… The post Thinking of learning to ride?

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ROAM rolls out solar-powered electric motorcycle hubs for fast charging and battery rentals

Electrek

Today, the company introduced the ROAM Hub – a multi-purpose electric motorcycle charging station that offers battery swaps, fast chargers, maintenance, and more. more… The post ROAM rolls out solar-powered electric motorcycle hubs for fast charging and battery rentals appeared first on Electrek.

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Kollter ES1 review: I tested North America’s first affordable highway-capable electric motorcycle

Electrek

I’m a huge proponent of electric motorcycles, which offer all the thrill of gas bikes yet without the emissions, maintenance, or generally associated ownership headaches. more… The post Kollter ES1 review: I tested North America’s first affordable highway-capable electric motorcycle appeared first on Electrek.

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I’ve ridden every electric motorcycle out there. Here’s what I’ve discovered

Electrek

Electric motorcycles are my jam. If I’m on two wheels and it’s not a bicycle, then odds are I’m on an electric motorcycle. And the ownership experience is so much nicer than gas motorcycles due to their greatly reduced maintenance, lower cost of ownership, lack of vibrating cacophony, and a laundry list of other reasons.

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These new electric motorcycles are headed for Chinese police use, and then potentially the public

Electrek

Electric motorcycles for police use is nothing new , and the more efficient two-wheelers solve a number of issues related to high fuel costs and improved routine maintenance. The post These new electric motorcycles are headed for Chinese police use, and then potentially the public appeared first on Electrek.

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Watch as several Volcon Grunt electric motorcycles go for a swim riding right through a river

Electrek

Electric motorcycles have a wide range of advantages over their gas-powered counterparts. While most electric converts tout their low operation cost, lack of maintenance, and smoother power delivery, there’s one other big advantage that often goes unnoticed: the ability to essentially submerge in water and continue operating.

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Feature: Are You Ready to Own a Motorcycle?

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Owning a motorcycle can be a huge responsibility, and it’s one that many new motorcycle owners aren’t quite ready for. And yet, owning a motorcycle can be quite tricky. So, here’s what you should keep in mind before actually making that motorcycle purchase. Dealing with the Maintenance. Riding Can Be Risky.