Electric Motorcycle

By : Hesti Yanuarti

Electric Motorcycles

Electric motorcycle get roughly double the amount of gas mileage of a typical car. Electric motorcycle do have a significant advantage in terms of gas mileage, the fact is that they are not as eco-friendly as you might think. The regulations regarding emissions standards are not very strict. Motorcycles that are powered by electricity are also now an option. It is now possible to find instructions online to build your own electric motorcycle.

Electric motorcycle can be classified into two; power-on-demand motorcycles and power-assist motorcycles. Earlier, electric motorcycle was used only for races. With the introduction of electric motorcycle for general use, they have become one of the most popular and trendy means of transport among the local masses. The electric motorcycle is powered by batteries.

The advantages of electrics are Lower fuel costs. It cost about one tenth as much to ride an electric. They are almost silent with almost no emissions and lower maintenance costs. The disadvantages are higher up front costs, and shorter range. Although Gas powered electric motorcycle get extraordinary gas mileage with many getting more than 50 miles per gallon they emit more pollution than even large SUVS because they aren’t equipped with equivalent emissions-control technology.

Electric motorcycle is practical today because of advances in battery technology. Lead-acid batteries, which have been used in electric motorcycle in the past, are very heavy, provide a short range, and last for only a couple of years. The maintenance of these kind of motorcycles are very low compared to a motorcycle that runs on gasoline. Just as an example, there is no need to change any oil. Fun to drive is probably the best way to describe the idea when riding an electric motorcycle. If you drive a car there is a good chance you get tired quickly but a electric motorcycle is a great distraction if your looking for something different.

Global warming, high gasoline and oil prices have several companies and many experimenters working on battery powered Motorcycles. Advances in battery technology and super efficient motors have made the electric motorcycle practical. Thus, electric motorcycle are the best solution for air pollution and making the earth a better place to live in.