Like us, you’ve probably never heard of Axiis before, but the Portuguese-based company is a CNC machining specialist.
However, Axiis might have just made itself known, as the company has created an all-new electric monstrosity called the Liion.
Looking at the photos, the Axiis Liion is an electric supermoto built with a combination of CNC parts and carbon fibre.
Matching the bespoke design is a 12kWh battery that pumps 134hp and 720Nm of torque! The company claimed that it could hit a max speed of 200km/h.
Thanks to the aluminium bilateral beam frame and aluminium single-sided swingarm and specially built CNC parts, the Liion only weighs 134 kilograms!
Why build a supermoto to put that kind of power in the first place? Well, that’s because the company was founded by three friends who shared a passion for two-wheeled competition, mainly creating CNC parts for supermotos.
However, according to Axiis, the Liionn is still in the late stage of development and is yet to be ready for the road or track just yet.
Triumph Motorcycles has officially unveiled the TE-1 electric motorcycle prototype, marking the company first step into an electrifying future.
You are no longer looking at a mockup drawing; instead, the beast in the photo is a fully working and operational prototype of Triumph’s first electric motorcycle.
While Triumph might apply changes in the coming months, other major components, including the attractive single-sided swingarm and exposed frame, will remain.
The completion of the project also marks the end of the collaboration between Triumph, Williams Advanced Engineering, Integral Powertrain Ltd, and WMG at the University of Warwick, funded by the Office for Zero-Emission Vehicles.
The TE-1 combines the industry’s various innovations with Triumph leading the pack with:
Meanwhile, Integral Powertrain Ltd provides the final powertrain with a scalable integrated inverter and combined motor with silicon carbide switching technology and integrated cooling.
WMG, on the other hand, ensure the project is on course to deliver the intended performance and durability.
According to Triumph official statement, the test result also exceeded the benchmark set by the UK Automotive Council for 2025.
The main objective behind Triumph’s TE-1 project is to develop a competent electric motorcycle that will become the company’s pillar in electrifying the future and subsequently enhance the credibility of British industry and design.
Triumph expected the test to be fully complete in the summer.
Imagine paying more than GBP90,000 (RM510,000) for an electric motorcycle and the company ended up in administration.
That was the case for Arc, an electric motorcycle company that slipped into administration back in September 2019 after failing to deliver its promises.
In the meantime, Arc had put all the money invested into the Arc Vector project but plunging into administration puts the high-tech bike on hold.
After two years, the company is now back in the game after completing its turnaround thanks to CEO and designer, Mark Truman.
Truman has also revealed that the Arc Vector is back on track with deliveries that will be underway soon.
“We have a very healthy order book and customers are already going through our new commissioning suite in Central England to individually tailor each Vector motorcycle so that they are all unique,” he said.
Despite the uncertainty, the Arc Vector is an extraordinary machine, not just because of how it looks but also the mechanics behind it.
The entire bike is made entirely out of carbon fibre and features a front swingarm suspension and hub-centre steering. This is to allow the 16.8kW battery to become the structural member of the motorcycle.
Under the fancy get-up is a 95kW (127hp) electric motor that could take the bike up to a limited top speed of 200km/h.
According to Arc, the Vector has a range of up to 320km at full charge.
Italian Volt gained attention when it first unveiled the Lacama electric motorcycle concept back in 2017.
However, the electric motorcycle startup wasn’t able to get it going for more than four years despite running numerous design studies and prototype tests of the Lacama.
Nevertheless, following Tazzari EV’s acquisition in January this year, the Italian Volt Lacama project is back on track after displaying the bike at EICMA 2021.
Interestingly, despite running late a few years into the game, the Lacama still boast a 15.1kWh capable of reaching 201km range in a single charge.
The Lacama makes 147.5hp and 199Nm from its liquid-cooled electric motor and capable of a reaching a max speed of 200km/h.
Meanwhile, handling and stopping power is handled by top-spec Öhlins suspension and Brembo brakes.
While the specs sound exciting, the Lacama might come with a staggering price tag as the 2017 concept was priced at USD38,000 (RM159k).
Electric motorcycle company Zapp Scooter pull the wraps over their latest model, the 2022 i300.
The Zapp i300 is set to make its debut later this month in Paris and will head for Asia and the United States next year.
Interestingly, the i300 incorporates all recyclable materials with a combination of alloy exoskeleton and proprietary composite body instead of plastic components.
This helps the i300 to weigh at just 90 kilograms, making it one of the lightest scooters available.
The i300 comes with two 1.4kW portable battery packs that sit under the rider’s feet to improve stability.
The battery pack weighs about 5.4kg each and can be easily removed for recharging using an ordinary domestic power socket.
The range is set at around 64km and capable of doing 0 to 50km/h in under 3 seconds with a max speed of 96km/h.
The Zapp i300 will be available at a price of USD7,495 (RM31.6k).
Everything is about breaking the world record when it comes to Voxan.
During last year Halloween weekend, the Voxan team set a total of eleven new records at the Châteauroux Airfield in France, thanks to Max Biaggi.
Breaking 11 world records already an impressive accomplishment for Voxan, considering the world was caught up in the Covid-19 pandemic.
However, there is a new competitor in town, namely the White Motorcycle Concepts, who plans to set a new electric speed record with their WMC250EV in 2022.
As a result, team Voxan has decided not to back down from the challenge and is currently busy optimizing its Voxan Wattman streamliner with Max Biaggi set to return the second time.
“Trying to set new speed records barely one year after obtaining the very first ones is exhilarating! I am fortunate to count on an inspired and inspiring team who made the Voxan Wattman the fastest electric motorcycle in the world.
“11 records (validated by the International Motorcycling Federation), that’s good but… not enough! I still want to help advance electric mobility,” said Gildo Pastor, Venturi-Voxan President.
Indonesia plans to sell an only electric motorcycle to replace the conventional combustion engine by 2040.
According to the country’s energy minister Arifin Tasrif, Indonesia is looking at selling electric motorcycle by 2040 and electric cars by 2050.
The move is expected to boost electric mobility in South East Asia as the country currently sold an average of 6.5 million and around 1 million cars every year.
Based on data from 2019, Indonesia currently has more than 112 million motorcycles and 15 million cars on the road.
The new initiative is laid out as part of the national plan to curb air pollution as major cities such as Jakarta is among the country’s most polluted cities.
In April, Indonesia’s e-hailing giant, Gojek, aims to use only Electric Vehicle (including cars and motorcycles) by 2030.
(source: The Star)
Understanding the demand for a zero-emission two-wheeler, Benelli revealed the Dong, an all-new electric scooter made primarily for the Asian markets.
Despite using the Benelli badge, the overall look of the motorcycle is screaming Qianjiang Motorcycle, the Chinese company responsible for taking over the brand in 2005.
Based on the shared images, the Dong stands out primarily due to its unique design, especially the rear section.
The rear-end is connected to the floorboard via a central shaft while the real wheel and hub-mounted motor are connected to the main body via a slim swingarm hence contributes to somewhat a floating effect.
Nevertheless, the scooter comes with a complete LED light setup (front and rear), including a digital LCD.
According to Benelli, the Dong is powered by a 1.2kW motor capable of reaching 45kmph with a claimed range of 60km.
What makes the Dong even cooler is that it also packs an artificial exhaust sound feature that helps to mimic a combustion engine sound.
The Benelli Dong is currently available in Indonesia for IDR 36,900,000 (RM10,500). Will the Dong make its way to our shores anytime soon?
Energica Motor Company managed to secure record-breaking order from Taiwanese importer, Russ Tiger Enterprise Co. Ltd.
The order is the highest in the Italian company history, including all the Energica line-up models, for a total of EUR836,000 (RM4.1 mil).
Taiwan has seen a massive demand for electric mobility.
It is estimated there are over 91,000 electric-powered motorcycles in the country; hence, it comes with no surprised when Energica commercial partner, Russ Tiger is seeking to promote the Italian brand in Taiwan.
“Electric vehicles are the trend because of environment protection. Besides, the weather and Taiwan environment are also suitable for electric bike riders,” explained Russ Tiger Enterprise CEO, Russ Tai.
According to Russ, Energica status as a Moto3 supplier is one of the factors behind the high demand of the brand in Taiwan.
Electric bikes are not known for their ridiculous top speeds as compared to some of the latest superbikes like the BMW S 1000 RR, Ducati Panigale V4, or Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R. This bike on the other hand called the Voxan Wattman wants to break that stereotype by breaking the land speed record for the fastest electric motorcycle in the world. (more…)
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