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H-D has recalled certain LiveWire model ( ELW ) motorcycles . The electric vehicle powertrain may unexpectedly shut down and not restart due to a software issue in the Onboard Charging ( OBC ) system .
Despite already having individually developed very different E-motorcycle and scooter projects , all at various stages of gestation , in a joint announcement in September , Honda , Yamaha , Suzuki and Kawasaki said that the 2019 created consortium established to develop swappable electric two- wheeler battery tech has finally produced results with a large scale proof of concept and demonstration test underway in association with Osaka University .
Philadelphia based manufacturer Christini AWD ( All Wheel Drive ) is launching a new generation allwheel drive off-road E-bicycles . With a high-power electric-assist mid-drive motor , they are available in a 27.5 " hardtail and several FAT tired models . Inventor Steve Christini says : " These electric-assist mountain bicycles provide the ultimate in traction control , allowing a rider to conquer conditions most thought to be unridable ."
Hero MotorCorp is said to be developing a premium pitched , high performance electric motorcycle range in Europe . An artwork of an avantgarde , hubless , adjustable configuration chassis design has been in circulation on the internet . It shows a machine called the e . US ( Electric Ultra Sport ), which is being developed at Hero ' s Munich based technical center , in collaboration with the R & D Center in Jaipur , Rajasthan . In order to keep costs down , it will be manufactured in India , where Hero is already a player in the EV market , but largely from European components .
Zero recalled certain 2020 SR / F and SR / S motorcycles on November 24 for two possible faults - an inoperable front brake switch will not illuminate the brake light when the rider applies the front brakes , and water may enter the front brake switch .
Lithuania may be a small country , but it is one with big ambitions - it is to build one of the largest battery parks in the world by the end of 2021 to ensure smooth supply of power as it disconnects from the Russiancontrolled grid . The country plans to invest € 100m ($ 120m ) to install four 50 MW batteries with at least 200 MWh of storage capacity . The two largest lithium-ion battery projects previously announced , both in California , are the 450 MW Crimson Energy Storage and 300 MW Vistra Moss Landing Energy Storage .
Zero Motorcycles - " Form Follows Function "
Santa Cruz , California based Zero Motorcycles has announced its 2021 Model Year line-up - headlined by the " reintroduction of the transformational SR / S , released in 2020 " with updated colorways and graphics for each model . The SR / S is Zero ' s first fully-faired motorcycle and is " engineered to reward riders with 13 % improvement in highway efficiency and range versus its unfaired sibling , the SR / F . The SR / S sets the benchmark in both technology and experience standards for premium [ electric ] motorcycles , and its most visible feature is the functionally advanced full fairing ." All Zero electric motorcycles for the 2021 line are powered by cuttingedge Cypher II and Cypher III operating systems - " industry-leading engineering and technology combine to create a ride with effortless power , control and connection . " Despite the challenges of 2020 , Zero Motorcycles has continued to see impressive growth . The unprecedented interest in the new SR / S has been matched by the building of momentum in our enduro and dual sport model sales ," said Sam Paschel , Zero Motorcycles ' CEO . " In spite of the challenges and closures due to pandemic-related lockdowns and recent wildfires this calendar year , we ' ve continued to meet the fast growing demand for our products and maintain our position as the brand that leads and defines the future of the electric motorcycle category ." Zero ' s full 2021 Street line-up features the FXS , S , SR , SR / F and " category redefining " SR / S . " Inspired by aerospace design and crafted with cutting-edge computational fluid dynamics ( CFD ), the look of the SR / S is defined by its aerodynamic fairing and elevated comfort is achieved through the thoughtfully designed riding posture and custom-tuned suspension - like all things Zero Motorcycles , form follows function ." New for 2021 , the SR / F standard and premium versions will each come with a low-profile fly screen . The aluminum bar ends , heated grips and a 6 kWh onboard charger remain part of the premium version . The SR , the original Zero hot rod street bike capable of up to 223 miles of riding with 116 ft-lbs of torque , will be equipped with a 14.4 kWh power pack . The S , Zero ' s original naked electric bike , is said to deliver " the ultimate balance of power to weight
SR / S - " The SR / S sets the benchmark in both technology and experience standards for premium [ electric ] motorcycles , and its most visible feature is the functionally advanced full fairing ."
for entry-level riding , while the agile 2021 Zero FXS is the only companion you need when battling traffic on the city streets - light , nimble and obscenely fun to ride , available with a modular 3.6 kWh power pack or an integrated 7.2 kWh power pack and on-board charger ." Zero says it is the only electric motorcycle manufacturer to devote half of its product line to " creating transformational experiences on any terrain . The cultural importance of dual sport riding is paramount to the company - born on the trails of the Santa Cruz Mountains . Now , with the steadily and rapidly increasing interest in electric vehicles from riders across the globe , the off-road enthusiast has never before had as many options for effortless adventure than that offered by Zero right now ." The Dual Sport line-up features the FX , DS , DSR , and , " leading the pack , the
DSR Black Forest is the unequaled option for effortless adventure - outfitted for any possible trail and offering up to 223 miles per charge . The DS is the entry-level dual sport electric motorcycle and is more capable and more customizable than virtually any internal combustion engine competitor with class-leading integrated storage . " Finally , light , fast and capable , Zero ' s 2021 FX is the perfect electric bike for finding an escape from the daily challenges presented by this past year . The FX can navigate virtually any obstacle for up to 91 miles and will be available with a modular 3.6 kWh or with an integrated 7.2 kWh power pack and internal charger ."
" Leading the pack , the DSR Black Forest is the unequaled option for effortless adventure - outfitted for any possible trail and offering up to 223 miles per charge ."
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