Motorcycle Technology Archives - Roadracing World Magazine | Motorcycle Riding, Racing & Tech News https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/category/motorcycle-technology/ Fri, 26 Jan 2024 23:10:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.roadracingworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/preview-lightbox-rw-favicon_1566450252.png Motorcycle Technology Archives - Roadracing World Magazine | Motorcycle Riding, Racing & Tech News https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/category/motorcycle-technology/ 32 32 Moto 2 & Moto3 Spec Tires: Pirelli Takes Over, In The January Issue https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/moto-2-moto3-spec-tires-pirelli-takes-over-in-the-january-issue/ Sun, 28 Jan 2024 14:10:35 +0000 https://www.roadracingworld.com/?p=226461 Featured In the January 2024 issue of Roadracing World:           An era ended quietly with the conclusion of the Moto2 race in Valencia. Dunlop was out […]

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Featured In the January 2024 issue of Roadracing World:

 

        An era ended quietly with the conclusion of the Moto2 race in Valencia. Dunlop was out of Grand Prix racing. And the next day a new era opened, with the first official test for the Moto2 and Moto3 teams on spec Pirelli tires.

        Already the control tire in World Superbike, World Supersport, and several National-level series, (as well as in Formula One car racing), Pirelli made a positive first impression in the smaller-displacement classes, beating the best-ever Moto2 lap times at Valencia and crushing the Moto3 lap record…

            “Pirelli Takes Over,” by Michael Gougis

 

            Giorgio Barbier, Racing Manager for Pirelli, was on hand in Valencia to give an overview of the first official test for Pirelli tires in the Moto2 and Moto3 classes, and he was quite pleased. Setting lap records will do that. Read his impressions in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

 

 

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An Autopsy Of A 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1 Race Engine, In The January Issue https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/an-autopsy-of-a-2020-yamaha-yzf-r1-race-engine-in-the-january-issue/ Sat, 27 Jan 2024 14:08:44 +0000 https://www.roadracingworld.com/?p=226459  Featured In the January 2024 issue of Roadracing World:         Urban legend says Henry Ford once commissioned a study of Ford cars in junkyards. The researcher reported […]

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 Featured In the January 2024 issue of Roadracing World:

        Urban legend says Henry Ford once commissioned a study of Ford cars in junkyards. The researcher reported back that they found that the cars had died for all sorts of reasons: Transmissions, crankshafts, broken pistons, etc. The researcher did offer that, on the upside, all the king pin bushings in the front suspension were in excellent condition.

        “Make the kingpin bushings cheaper,” was Ford’s response.

         That unverified and argued-over anecdote could explain why the king pin bushings on my 1970 E100 were garbage. It also could illustrate how manufacturers may aim to have all the parts wear out at the same rate, as well as strive to deliver performance at a price point…

            “An Autopsy Of A 2020 Yamaha YZF-R1 Race Engine,” by Sam Fleming

 

            In the interest of science, Sam Fleming enlisted Michael Godin from KWS Motorsports to tear down a 4,000-mile Army Of Darkness race engine and provide an independent assessment of its condition and a recommendation for how to proceed if it was a track day/streetbike instead of an engine intended to win the 2023 N2 WERA National Endurance Championship. This is what Godin found—and it’s in the latest issue of Roadracing World.

 

 

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MotoGP Analysis: Are Carbon-Fiber Frames Back For Good? In The January Issue… https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/motogp-analysis-are-carbon-fiber-frames-back-for-good-in-the-january-issue/ Fri, 26 Jan 2024 05:12:18 +0000 https://www.roadracingworld.com/?p=226439 Featured In the January 2024 issue of Roadracing World:            While many manufacturers have used carbon-fiber for parts of their MotoGP machines, few have committed to […]

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Featured In the January 2024 issue of Roadracing World:

 

         While many manufacturers have used carbon-fiber for parts of their MotoGP machines, few have committed to full composite chassis. The most successful were the Ducati Desmosedici GP09 and GP10 models in the hands of Casey Stoner, but after going winless in 2011, the Italian company, which had used steel trellis frames until adopting the carbon monocoque design, fell in line with orthodoxy and built its GP12 with a twin-spar aluminum frame.

            KTM has been MotoGP’s technical rebel in recent years, sticking with a steel frame and its own suspension components when all others adopted variations on aluminum twin-spar frames and Öhlins…

            “Back To The Future,” by Michael Gougis

 

            Now KTM has gone where others have feared to tread, equipping its factory RC16 racebikes with full carbon-fiber chassis. KTM’s Technical Manager for MotoGP, Sebastian Risse, explains why the company feels it is not only the correct choice, but will soon be the only choice for MotoGP machines. It’s in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

 

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MotoGP Revolution: What Aerodynamic Devices Do, In The January Issue https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/motogp-revolution-what-aerodynamic-devices-do-in-the-january-issue/ Wed, 24 Jan 2024 22:28:14 +0000 https://www.roadracingworld.com/?p=226457 Featured In the January 2024 issue of Roadracing World:         The aerodynamic revolution took place in plain sight, fundamentally changing the way MotoGP machines work by undercutting […]

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        The aerodynamic revolution took place in plain sight, fundamentally changing the way MotoGP machines work by undercutting the physical limitations in effect since their inception.

        MotoGP racebikes have gone far beyond the streamlining of the traditional full fairing and even the wings that started appearing about seven years ago on Ducati’s Desmosedici racebikes.

        Now, it’s about downforce. With horsepower to burn, MotoGP engineers are heading down the path of racing car designers in the late 1960s and early 1970s, who realized that downforce was worth the extra drag and the top-speed penalty that came with it, because lap times tumbled…

            “How Far Is Too Far?,” by Michael Gougis

 

Everything on a contemporary MotoGP motorcycle is designed around aerodynamic downforce. Here’s a step-by-step description of the main areas of aerodynamic development, what is happening in each, and how they interact—which is critical. It’s in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

 

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Intro: Bridgestone Gets Serious With Hypersport Battlax S23 Tires, In The January Issue https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/intro-bridgestone-gets-serious-with-hypersport-battlax-s23-tires-in-the-january-issue/ Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:22:13 +0000 https://www.roadracingworld.com/?p=226432 Featured In the January 2024 issue of Roadracing World:         “The rear of the Yamaha YZF-R1 spun up as I gassed it out of Turn 11 and […]

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Featured In the January 2024 issue of Roadracing World:

        “The rear of the Yamaha YZF-R1 spun up as I gassed it out of Turn 11 and headed down the hill into Kyalami’s fast, sweeping, left-hand Mineshaft corner. It’s a fourth-gear turn that takes serious commitment to get though fast.

        “I lightly squeezed the front brake to set the forks as I turned in, putting a ton of pressure on  the front tire as I got to full lean. Then I picked up the gas and accelerated hard out of Mineshaft with the rear lit up.

        “In years past I would not have imagined ripping through Mineshaft at any level of commitment on anything less than a race tires, but there I was on a set of well-used Bridgestone Hypersport Battlax S23 tires flicking the bike into a fourth-gear corner without a worry.

        “Performance of OEM and OEM replacement tires has come a long way in the 25 years I’ve been testing bikes. And Bridgestone has been at the front of it…”

                “Intro: Hypersport Battlax S23 Tires,” by Racing Editor Chris Ulrich

 

            Bridgestone has now released the fifth version of the S series tires that started with the S20 back in 2012. The latest iteration, the S23, has been fine tuned, featuring more tire life, better edge grip, and improved wet-weather performance. Racing Editor Chris Ulrich reports in the latest issue of Roadracing World!

 

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AHRMA: 11th Annual eMotoRacing Varsity Challenge Will Run At NJMP https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/ahrma-11th-annual-emotoracing-varsity-challenge-will-run-at-njmp/ Thu, 18 Jan 2024 23:32:21 +0000 https://www.roadracingworld.com/?p=226270 AHRMA Event to Feature eMotoRacing Varsity Challenge (January 18, Knoxville, TN) High-tech electric motorcycles will charge up the 2024 American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) road racing season. The 11th Annual […]

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AHRMA Event to Feature eMotoRacing Varsity Challenge

(January 18, Knoxville, TN) High-tech electric motorcycles will charge up the 2024 American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) road racing season.

The 11th Annual eMotoRacing Varsity Challenge electric motorcycle road race will be part of rounds 11 and 12 of the 2024 AHRMA Bridgestone Tires National Historic Roadrace Series June 21-23 at New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, NJ.

Collegiate racing teams from the US and Canada will race their engineering student-built prototype electric race bikes in the American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) Formula Lightning Series.

During 2023, the University of Michigan SPARK Atlas took first and second places overall in the AHRMA Formula Lightning Series competition with David McPherson piloting the prototype.

During 2024, the University of Michigan will have competition from Quebec’s University of Sherbrooke, Rochester Institute of Technology, Cornell University, and other university teams. Racing against these collegiate teams will be other private teams from across the US.

The university-based prototypes are purpose-built racing motorcycles and represent the latest in electric-powered motorcycle technology.

The AHRMA Formula Lightning series is the premier zero emissions motorcycle road racing series in the US. Bikes may be powered by any means of propulsion that does not emit exhaust, such as electricity, magnetism, gravity, flywheels, springs, etc.

“I’m excited to see what universities participate in the Varsity Challenge this year. Many of these bikes are ground up built prototypes and represent what the future will hold for electronic motorcycle racing.” said Bob Berbeco, AHRMA’s Varsity Challenge Series coordinator.

In addition to the Varsity Challenge, all teams are welcome to participate in any of the races within the 2024 Bridgestone Tires AHRMA Roadracing Series. The series schedule is located here – ahrma.org/schedules-results.

About eMotoRacing

eMotoRacing is a zero-emissions motorcycle racing series that demonstrates advanced and compact e-superbike technology and excitement. With a full schedule implemented at racetracks across the country, eMotoRacing’s strategic partnership with AHRMA provides the best of current, past, and future history. (facebook.com/eMotoRacing)

About AHRMA
The American Historic Racing Motorcycle Association (AHRMA) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to competing on fantastic classic and true vintage machines along with a wide range of modern motorcycles.  With over 3,000 members, AHRMA is the largest vintage racing group in North America and one of the biggest in the world. The association has grown steadily over the years, reflecting the increasing interest in classic bikes.

 

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Ryvid Working On New Electric Model, New Factory In America https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/ryvid-working-on-new-electric-model-new-factory-in-america/ Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:48:02 +0000 https://www.roadracingworld.com/?p=226237 RYVID EV ACCELERATES PHENOMENAL GROWTH INTO 2024 Pioneering electric motorcycle maker to introduce new model and inaugurate new California Factory this year. Ryvid Anthem appears at CES 2024 with Weel […]

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RYVID EV ACCELERATES PHENOMENAL GROWTH INTO 2024

Pioneering electric motorcycle maker to introduce new model and inaugurate new California Factory this year. Ryvid Anthem appears at CES 2024 with Weel

Electric Light Mobility company Ryvid has been on a single-minded mission to produce more efficient, lightweight, eco-friendly vehicles for a dynamic world since its inception in 2021. After creating a prototype of its first product – the Anthem electric motorcycle – in June 2022, Ryvid delivered the first production version of its affordable, highway-capable electric commuter motorcycle in September 2023 and is now in higher rate production at its new factory facility in San Bernardino, CA.

Part of the company’s meteoric success can be attributed to a recent grant provided by  the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) to stimulate innovation, technology and job creation. This funding through the California Competes Program (business.ca.gov/california-competes-tax-credit)  allowed Ryvid to hire key employees, accelerate product development, and get American-produced machines into the hands of new and experienced riding enthusiasts in record time.

As part of the master plan devised by company founder and automotive designer Dong Tran, 2024 will see Ryvid complete its factory facility and conduct a ribbon-cutting ceremony in San Bernardino. Not only will this allow the company to continue production of its Anthem model to meet the increased demand, but will also provide capacity for new models to join the roster.

The advantage of an American-based production team and manufacturing is that it rejects traditional, complex practices in favor of an extremely flexible, responsive and adaptable process with a simplified supply chain. It will mean that issues, requests and suggestions can be funneled to the engineers and into the assembly area, giving owners direct access to product development.

“Opening our own factory facility has allowed us to streamline the manufacturing process further, speeding up what is already a rapid production process, allowing Ryvid to quickly pivot to new models and focus on new market segments. While growth is important for any business model, we’re going to prioritize the pillars of our company, which are accessibility, innovation, sustainability and community,” Dong Tran explained.

 

The Ryvid Anthem electric motorcycle is built in San Bernardino, California. Photo courtesy Ryvid.
The Ryvid Anthem electric motorcycle is built in San Bernardino, California. Photo courtesy Ryvid.

 

RYVID ANTHEM

The Anthem is a lightweight electric motorcycle designed for commuters and adventure-seekers alike. In common with existing two-wheeled EVs, the aim is to provide sustainable personal transportation as an alternative to heavy, thirsty automobiles, helping to solve a raft of socio-economic issues. Ryvid has sought to keep its concept affordable, doing almost everything in-house and innovating thoughtful solutions to control costs without resorting to overseas production. 

Among the key differentiators is a stainless steel folded sheet metal frame, chosen for strength and constructed without any welding, simplifying the assembly process without passing along labor costs to the rider. The ingenuous modular construction of the Anthem focuses on products that are exactly what they need to be; not more, not less. They serve a specific purpose and have allowed the designers to reduce weight and complexity. As part of this process, the team ensured all its major components were located low to the ground, creating a low center of gravity and nimble handling. 

With the Ryvid Anthem tipping the scales at just 313 lb, the 4.3 kWh lithium-ion battery and its integrated 3.3 kW charger sits under the frame and is removable to provide flexible charging options. It powers a 72V air-cooled brushless DC motor, which is mounted behind the battery in the aluminum swingarm and delivers 53 ft-lb of torque. Range is stated as 75 miles* using the Urban Dynamometer Driving Schedule.

Another key Ryvid innovation is the patent-pending electrically adjustable seat height. Long recognized as a major obstacle for new riders, Anthem ensures a wider range of riders can comfortably sit on the Anthem and place their feet securely on the ground. Using a hydraulic ram, the rider can rapidly adjust the seat height at the flick of a button from 30-34” without affecting the rear suspension geometry. 

Thanks to its electric motor, the engineers were also able to provide a speed-limited reverse gear. This is yet another feature that helps novice and experienced riders alike, allowing users to reverse out of tight spots or inclines that could otherwise prove challenging.

Capable of speeds in excess of 75mph for highway use, the Anthem requires a motorcycle license but the power delivery and riding position will be familiar to e-bike riders, especially in the Eco riding mode. Sport mode provides a noticeable boost in performance, delivering a high level of two-wheeled entertainment. Anthem uses motorcycle brake lever positions and a twist throttle but the direct drive motor meant a clutch lever was unnecessary.

The high-performance brakes, suspension and Pirelli tires differentiate Anthem from the majority of electric motorcycle brands, giving the rider a level of control, involvement and satisfaction beyond its peers. Anthem also provides an incredible ownership experience that helps to ensure a low cost of overall ownership thanks to minimal maintenance needs, low cost of charging, a significantly reduced parts list to ease repairs, as well as easy storage and charging. 

The Ryvid Anthem can charge to 80% in 2.5 hours using 110V or 1.25 hours using the supplied 220V adapter. It carries a two-year limited warranty on motorcycle parts and battery, and is supported by the Ryvid Service Team.

“The Anthem was designed to fill the space between electric bicycles and full-sized motorcycles, empowering a new generation of two-wheel riders with an EV mindset. We’re confident that the excitement of our high-performance, two-wheeled vehicles will also bring experienced riders to the light electric vehicle space as they discover the many benefits of battery-powered propulsion,” said Dong Tran.

Despite its ground-breaking innovation and American manufacture, the feature-filled Ryvid Anthem costs only $8,995 and can be ordered directly from ryvid.com

 

NEW MODELS

While the Anthem is still a brand new product, everyone at Ryvid is focused on achieving the next breakthrough. The design and engineering teams have been working on a number of new variants and models and is expecting to make some exciting announcements this year.

The company hopes to reveal the first new model in the Spring/Summer, which will add another highly entertaining model to the Ryvid lineup. It will also reinforce the company’s primary pillars of accessibility, innovation, sustainability and community. It’s predicted that the new, American manufactured model will shake up current motorcycle manufacturing concepts by offering riders an extraordinarily flexible platform to attract a wide range of riders and provide plenty of options for personalization.  

 

CES 2024

During the recent Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, an enhanced version of the Ryvid Anthem, powered by Weel, was showcased in the Amazon Experience Area. CES brings together the tech industry, providing a platform for global audiences to engage with major brands and startups, and the modified Anthem attracted significant attention. It captured the interest of many attendees curious about the latest developments in EV technology. We appreciate everybody who took the time to meet our team and look forward delving into the advanced Weel innovations in the future.

 

*Battery range depends on conditions such as rider weight, speed, temperature, wind, tire pressure, terrain, incline, etc. Mileage may vary

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Verge Adds More Technology To Its Electric Motorcycles https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/verge-adds-more-technology-to-its-electric-motorcycles/ Tue, 09 Jan 2024 21:47:00 +0000 https://www.roadracingworld.com/?p=225540 Editorial Note: The TS Ultra, Verge’s flagship electric motorcycle, is claimed to have a power output of 201 horsepower and 885 lbs.-ft. of torque, a range of up to 233 […]

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Editorial Note: The TS Ultra, Verge’s flagship electric motorcycle, is claimed to have a power output of 201 horsepower and 885 lbs.-ft. of torque, a range of up to 233 miles (373 km), and the ability to fast-charge in as little as 25 minutes.

 

Verge Motorcycles: “The Verge TS Ultra is the world’s first motorcycle with the sense of sight”

Verge Motorcycles has upgraded its flagship model with both hardware and software that make motorcycling safer than before. All Verge TS Ultra motorcycles now feature cameras and radars that use artificial intelligence and machine learning. New displays guarantee the rider a clear and informative overall view.

Electric superbike manufacturer Verge Motorcycles has announced that it has updated the hardware and software of its flagship TS Ultra model. The motorcycle now has six cameras and high-resolution front and rear radars. The upgraded Verge TS Ultra replaces the previous version, and customers who have already placed an order will automatically receive their bike with the new features.

 

The Verge TS Ultra is propelled by a rim-mounted motor powered by a 21.8 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Photo courtesy Verge Motorcycles.
The Verge TS Ultra is propelled by a rim-mounted motor powered by a 21.8 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. Photo courtesy Verge Motorcycles.

 

In November, the company unveiled its Starmatter software and intelligence platform with four different elements: automatic over-the-air updates (OTA), sensor technology, artificial intelligence and a Human-Machine-Interface (HMI). This package has now been completed with the advanced machine vision announced today, Starmatter Vision. With new functionalities, Verge is the first motorcycle manufacturer in the world to bring these advanced safety features to motorcycling. Besides the standard features, such as traction control and ABS brakes, Verge’s bikes have a low center of gravity, which enhances the control of the bike making the riding experience safer. 

“Verge is making riding even smarter and safer, for example by improving the rider’s ability to observe the environment and the functions of the bike with the help of artificial intelligence and machine learning. The TS Ultra’s new cameras combined with the software update announced today make it the world’s first motorcycle equipped with the sense of sight, advising the rider and acting as a ‘whisperer’ while riding,” describes Verge CTO Marko Lehtimäki.

 

Starmatter Vision allows safety alerts to be displayed on the dashboard of the Verge TS Ultra. Photo courtesy Verge Motorcycles.
Starmatter Vision allows safety alerts to be displayed on the dashboard of the Verge TS Ultra. Photo courtesy Verge Motorcycles.

 

Autonomous driving has been a feature in the automotive industry for years already, but in motorcycling it is not a realistic or achievable goal in the same way. Riding a two-wheeler also comes with various restrictions and practical challenges that can cause safety risks. In addition, the helmet reduces visibility and dampens the sounds of the surrounding traffic. Verge believes that the solution can be found in technology and wants to promote not only riding comfort but also safety by utilizing new innovations. With the updated hardware and software, the bike analyses the environment and notifies the rider, for example, of a vehicle approaching from behind or if it changes lane.

Renewed display technology revolutionizes the way the rider interacts with the bike

The Verge TS Ultra now also features updated displays. The display on top of the tank is larger than before, which makes it easier to use. The new Starmatter Dash display and user interface that was unveiled today revolutionizes the way the rider interacts with the bike. The new dash makes managing essential functions easier and more intuitive, it informs and warns of potential hazards, and it displays the image from the rear view camera when the rider uses the turn signal, for example.

 

The Verge TS Ultra comes with a 245/45-ZR17 rear tire. Photo courtesy Verge Motorcycles.
The Verge TS Ultra comes with a 245/45-ZR17 rear tire. Photo courtesy Verge Motorcycles.

 

“Verge is developing the world’s most advanced electric superbikes that focus on the riding experience. We do not want to compromise on that. Starmatter Dash provides a visual and intuitive interface, which gives the rider a clear real-time view of the bike’s features and status at a glance,” says Mark Laukkanen, VP of User Experience at Verge Motorcycles.

Renewed Verge TS Ultra and Starmatter Vision can be seen for the first time at CES [Consumer Electronics Show] in Las Vegas January 9–12, 2024.

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Electric Motorcycle Company Making U.S. Debut At CES https://www.roadracingworld.com/news/electric-motorcycle-company-making-u-s-debut-at-ces/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 19:32:46 +0000 https://www.roadracingworld.com/?p=225107 Editorial Note: CES is the Consumer Electronics Show.   U.S. BRAND DEBUT AT CES: HORWIN INTRODUCES THE SENMENTI ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE SERIES, REDEFINING THE FREEDOM OF THE OPEN ROAD WITH BOLD […]

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Editorial Note: CES is the Consumer Electronics Show.

 

U.S. BRAND DEBUT AT CES: HORWIN INTRODUCES THE SENMENTI

ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE SERIES, REDEFINING THE FREEDOM OF THE OPEN ROAD WITH BOLD STYLING, A HIGH-EFFICIENCY EV POWERTRAIN, AND DYNAMIC PERFORMANCE

 

  • California-based Horwin America launches the sporty and versatile SENMENTI 0 production model (MSRP: $16,800, now available for pre-order and test rides).
  • Horwin is also unveiling two concept models: the SENMENTI X concept, a Hyper GT built for luxurious and long-range touring, and the SENMENTI 11 concept, a futuristic city explorer of high-performance, style, and technology. Both models are available for pre-order.
  • All SENMENTI models are 80% charged in 30 minutes and compatible with most home charging stations. They can also supply power to other products.

 

CES Booth #5240 – West Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center

 

 

The Horwin SENMENTI 0 electric motorcycle has a claimed top speed of 125 mph (200 kph) and a claimed combined riding range of 186 miles (298 km). Photo courtesy Horwin America.
The Horwin SENMENTI 0 electric motorcycle has a claimed top speed of 125 mph (200 kph) and a claimed combined riding range of 186 miles (298 km). Photo courtesy Horwin America.

 

LAS VEGAS – Horwin America Inc. (“Horwin”), a global mobility company revolutionizing the electric motorcycle industry, is proudly making its U.S. brand debut at CES 2024 with the launch of the SENMENTI series, a dynamic new line of EV motorcycles born of the all-American ideals of freedom on the open road without compromising performance, styling, and sustainability.

Horwin comes to the market with a dream to disrupt, trailblazing with pioneering technologies that propel the mobility industry towards a sustainable future. Horwin aims to engineer the delicate dance between human evolution and technological harmony, nurturing a future where the two coexist. Horwin positions itself as the medium through which the world discovers and explores new frontiers. With the mission to disrupt the status quo, Horwin is pushing and fostering a balance between technology and humanity in a sustainable environment.

 

  • All the three models launched and unveiled at CES are now available for pre-order with a fully refundable $100 deposit.
  • A limited special offer will be applied to the first 500 pre-booking customers of SENMENTI 0. These pre-booking customers of SENMENTI 0 will receive three years of free charging nationwide, a lifetime OTA push upgrade, and an amplification of the $100 deposit (pay $100 now and get $900 off from the down payment).
  • Customers can also apply now for a demo ride of the SENMENTI 0 in Q3 of 2024.

 

SENMENTI 0

Senmenti 0 is supremely versatile, offering a sporty ride with impressive range. This high-performance electric “Urban-ADV” – urban adventure vehicle – has been updated with a lighter-weight body for agility and more precise handling.

 

A Horwin SENMENTI 0 electric motorcycle. Photo courtesy Horwin America.
A Horwin SENMENTI 0 electric motorcycle. Photo courtesy Horwin America.

 

Seamless Technology

  • Mobile power sourcing – charging capabilities can power a wide variety of electronic devices and appliances.
  • DC Fast Charge –compatible with most home charging stations. DC Fast Charging Time is 0-80% in 30 minutes.
  • Intelligent local vehicle-to-vehicle networking technology that collects ongoing data from active Horwin bikes to personalize experience for each individual rider based on behaviors and preferences.
  • AI-Powered ARAS (Advanced Riding Assistance System)
    • Designed to increase personalization as the system collects data to understand the rider, preventing accidents and enhancing rider protection and confidence.

 

Sustainability

  • Electric powertrain is eco-friendly, lower maintenance, and high-performance.
  • The modular design and advanced integrated thermal management, featuring a multi-faceted electrical control and temperature regulation, speak to Horwin’s commitment to sustainable and high-performance mobility solutions.

 

Power and Charge

 

Battery 16.9 kWh
DC Fast Charge 0 – 80% in 30 minutes.

 

Range

 

Range, Combined 186 miles

 

Performance

 

0 – 60 2.8 seconds
Top Speed 125 mph
Maximum Torque  894 Nm)
Horsepower 100 hp/74kW

 

Chassis

 

Rear Shocks KYB spring shock dampener
Brakes, Caliper Type J. Juan dual piston front, single piston rear

 

Dimensions

 

Length 84.4 inches
Seat Height 31.2 inches
Ground Clearance 5.7 inches
Wheelbase 59.1 inches
Tires, Front Specification 120-80/16 MC 50P
Tires, Rear Specification 160-80/14 MC
Weight 507 lbs.

 

 

SENMENTI X 

The SENMENTI X Hyper GT is the ultimate performance touring motorcycle. With a WLTP-estimated range of at least 250 miles on one full charge, DC power outlet, adaptable riding position, and adjustable equipment, SENMENTI X blends rideability, comfort, and luxurious performance, with a top speed of 125 mph.

 

A Horwin SENMENTI X electric motorcycle concept model. Photo courtesy Horwin America.
A Horwin SENMENTI X electric motorcycle concept model. Photo courtesy Horwin America.

 

 

SENMENTI 11

The newest addition to the SENMENTI lineup is Horwin’s sleek, futuristic concept of a high-performance motorcycle. Sharply styled with sleek panels, oversized wheels, and an aggressive stance, SENMENTI 11 is for thrill-seekers and adventurers. 

 

A Horwin SENMENTI 11 electric motorcycle concept model. Photo courtesy Horwin America.
A Horwin SENMENTI 11 electric motorcycle concept model. Photo courtesy Horwin America.

 

“We’re thrilled to introduce Horwin and tell our story to new audiences. The U.S. is obviously a critical sales market for any EV company. As vehicle manufacturers transition to an all-electric future, Horwin is already ahead of the curve, thanks to years of developing advanced 5G-enabled manufacturing processes enriched with artificial intelligence to pioneer a more sustainable future,” said Wendsor Zhou Wei, CEO and founder of Horwin.

“We look forward to showing riders, from performance enthusiasts to first-timers, all the advantages of riding an electric motorcycle. We want people to think of Horwin like your smartphone – you can’t leave home without it,” said Wei.

 

About Horwin

Horwin is an international mobility company that has revolutionized the electric motorcycle industry with its advanced technology and artificial intelligence since 2016. Headquartered in Changzhou, China, and with an R&D center in Hangzhou, Horwin operated mainly in Europe over the past 7 years and finished the validation of its MVP (Minimum Viable Product) in countries including Germany, Spain, Italy, France and Austria, and more. The company’s innovative product line, the SENMENTI series, which includes models SENMENTI 0, SENMENTI X, and SENMENTI 11, reflects its mission to construct a new mobility experience that combines ease of operation with powerful performance. For more information, visit https://www.horwin.com/#/index.  

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