Quantya, a Swiss company making electric motorcycles that I really, really want
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, On Two Wheels
Let me just say... I want one of these Quantya electric bikes really, really badly. I would not blame you one bit if you stopped reading right now and went past the break to see a video of this machine in action... it made me want to get up from behind my computer and head on outside for a ride - but then, how would I be able to show you this stuff, huh? I'm so self-sacrificing. HA! Anyway, the motor is powered by 48 volts from lithium-polymer batteries. It takes two hours to fully charge the batteries - maybe longer in America. The front forks are Marzocchi Shiver 35 mm units which are often specified for downhill mountainbike racing.
According to their website, Quantya should have competition and road versions of this off-road bike available soon. From the looks of their visitor map, there are plenty of people interested in this in America. Unfortunately for them (and me), though, this article from EVWorld says that the company is focusing on Europe first. Bummer!
[Source: Quantya, YouTube]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
9-09-2007 @ 9:43AM
mike said...
Impressive video. Bikes look powerful and Silent!
Military ought to be interested in these.
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9-09-2007 @ 11:40AM
Domenick said...
It looks pretty nice but I think the Zero has better numbers.
http://zeromotorcycles.com/specifications.htm
I think it's also cheaper and available in America, well it will be available next year.
I'd like to see them have a race.
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9-09-2007 @ 1:31PM
Tim said...
Since these are silent, they should be more widly accepted in sensitive areas. This will serve to increase the popularity of the sport. Heck, you could even ride one in yourlarge backyard without the neighbors calling the police. Think of the hunting and fishing possibilities since they can access places the 4x4s can't. The future is electric!
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9-10-2007 @ 9:42AM
Alex said...
but loud pipes save lives!
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11-11-2007 @ 6:27PM
quantyausa said...
Quantya bikes are now available in the USA. We will be in California from November 29th till December 9th, 2007 for various shows in Anaheim and Newport. For more information, you can email info@quantya.us
Anyone wanna test ride one? email us with your location and we will try and schedule a test drive. We want to hear your comments and feedback.
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