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Top 10 Electric Motorbikes That Accelerate Your Eco-Friendly Adventure

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Electric motorbikes get the heart of almost every automotive lover thumping – because they’re menacing and yet sustainable beasts. They’re powerful, super-fast, and not to mention environment-friendly as well. The last point is a huge bonus in today’s world, as living a more sustainable and conscious life has become imperative. Curbing fuel consumption, and reducing automotive emissions has become critical, and e-motorbikes are an environment-friendly option, encouraging these practices. So, we’ve curated a collection of jaw-dropping e-motorbikes that not only take good care of Mother Earth but also satisfy your need for speed with their menacing designs!

1. Baxley Moto

Called the Baxley Moto, this ultra-futuristic electric motorbike by Shane Baxley has a street-legal aesthetic amped by spokeless wheels. It features a hunched-forward riding position, a suspended tail section, treaded wires, and protruding slides, creating a menacing ride for the daredevils who love adventures on the dirt trails. The automotive has a certain balance to it, it doesn’t have a very edgy or contoured look. It features a measured vibe, while also radiating strength.

2. Unitrack Electric All-Terrain Vehicle

Dubbed the Unitrack electric all-terrain vehicle, this menacing ride by Oruga SIA is essentially a three-wheeled motorbike accentuated by three ballooned wheels which are made using the company’s proprietary patent-pending monotrack tech. The design is created to handle “diverse challenging terrains, from hot sand and muddy forests to rocky climbs and snowy landscapes.” The motorbike isn’t still out on the roads, but it is prepping for a release in mid-2025.

3. Arsenale’s Ultrabike

The Aresanale reincarnated their 2×2 Ultrabike in a new and refreshing manner since the previous one failed to be a success. It is designed to be a cross-country off-road adventure bike. It featured balloon tires, and it maintains its electric powertrain DNA using a low-power hybrid gas/electric format. This powers the 2WD system. It features an ultra-long range of more than 200 miles, making it more lightweight now.

4. Porsche 619

The Porsche 619 by Jackson Zhang is designed to be the automotive giant’s first proper electric motorcycle. It features a unique design, drawing inspiration from Porsche’s DNA while also focusing on a fresh start. The goal was to design something minimal, geometry-driven, and yet quite iconic. It is an eclectic beast with a bold and blockish form factor that is quite comfy to sit on and ride around in.

5. Ayra

Dubbed Ayra, this exciting electric bike has the fascinating DNA of a city bike and a performance racer on steroids. It is designed to be a mean lethal legal machine, featuring an aerodynamically tuned build with a dynamic mono-shock swingarm setup at the back. The front of the bike supports the structural integrity of the bike. It has a lowered stance for a sturdier, more reliable, and durable ride setup.

6. Hydra

Say hello to Hydra – an e-bike designed to make a difference. Hydra uses hydrogen fuel cells, putting forward an alternate and experimental solution in comparison to the lithium-ion battery. The fuel cells don’t have any harmful emissions, and they eliminate toxic battery acids which can harm the environment if they’re not thrown away properly. The only by-products are heat and water, making this bike a zero-emission and sustainable bike.

7. WAYRA EV

Meet the WAYRA EV-03 electric cruiser motorcycle which is intended to be a 100 percent no-gimmick concept that will please many riders – whether you’re a cruiser enthusiast, performance lover or an off-roading fanatic. The bike rates high on personality, while respecting the lovely heritage of fat-bikes and cruiser-length bikes. But at the same time, the bike also maintains a minimal and visually attractive modern touch.

8. GYMO-FIT

Dubbed the GYMO-FIT, this conceptual motorbike maintains the typical urban commuter vibes, while also functioning as a sturdy exercise bike. This bike functions as a two-wheeler, and it isn’t designed to sit in a corner in your home. It is the perfect combination of an electric bike with aerobic and anaerobic fitness equipment. The GYMO-FIT features three different modes to select from, and use.

9. MIMIC E-bike

Called the MIMIC e-bike, this menacing electric bike has a powerful look! It looks like a crouching jungle cat, and it was designed by Roman Dolzhenko. The e-bike features a body that looks like armor, and it features a rounded Tron Light Cycle-inspired form, accompanied by rounded elements, and an overall absence of sharp edges or straight lines.

10. Model M

Dubbed the Model M, this conceptual motorcycle by Jan Slapins features an intriguing bad-boy aesthetic. The bike is a vibrant red color, and it is powered by a 204 PS electric motor. The rider can pick between four different driving modes – Race, Cruise, Standard and Eco. The motor is powered by Tesla’s lithium-ion batteries, and they have been positioned on the lower section of the frame. The bike has no transmission and lightweight carbon fiber wheels, and a mono-shock back.

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Top 10 Electric Bikes That Fuse Killer Speed & Dashing Good Looks Without Harming The Planet

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There is no automotive lover out there whose heart doesn’t start beating like crazy when they catch sight of a menacing and jaw-dropping bike! Now, make that bike electric, and you have the best of both worlds. They’re powerful, super-fast and not to mention a boon to the environment. And we’ve curated a collection of innovative electric bike designs that will blow your minds. From killer speed to dashing good looks to impenetrable safety standards – every bike in this collection has something fantastic to offer. From a cyberpunk-worthy electric bike to a shape-shifting electric bike – there is something in here for everyone. Enjoy!

1. Ayra

Dubbed the Ayra, this electric bike infuses the DNA of a city bike and a performance racer on steroids, to function as a lethal road legal machine. It features an aerodynamically tuned build with a robust mono-shock swingarm setup on the rear, while the front maintains the structural integrity of the bike while managing to lower the stance for a more sturdy and reliable ride setup.

2. ATHENA

Called the ATHENA, this shape-shifting electric bike features a translucent material that conveys the strength of the outer contour when seen from a distance. ATHENA’s shape-shifting ability is its focal point, as it allows you to raise or lower the whole saddle section. The whole module can be swapped with another one as well!

3. eZpin

This eZpin concept is designed as a retrofuturistic reinterpretation of this aerodynamic custom bike from Bandit9. It is quite similar to the teardrop-shaped 125cc rider but also has a few new traits to boast – an electric powertrain, a retro-inspired body featuring riveted sheet-metal panels, and an ultramodern set of hubless wheels.

4. BMW Motorrad x Nvidia Electric Bike

Meet a BMW Motorrad electric bike powered by NVIDIA guts! The designer has created an NVIDIA-powered architecture for electric motorcycles of the future, where old motorbike parts can be swapped with new ones. Although it does sound quite adventurous, if hypothetically everything does go to plan, we could have an automotive whose scope for modularity, personalization, and upgradability is incomparable to any other.

5. TRISO Electric Motorcycle

The TRISO Electric Motorcycle is an adaptable commuter that is targeted towards the younger crowd – those aged between 20-30. It is designed for them to showcase their passion for driving, while also being conscious and considerate of the planet. It has three riding modes – Eco, Road, and Explore – each one featuring a different shape and riding style.

6. Model-Z

Dubbed the Model-Z, this electric bike is designed for motorbike lovers who want to easily commute between cities without compromising on their riding experience. It is a lightweight bike designed for easy maneuvering in crowded cityscapes. The signature visual elements of the bike are inspired by BMW.

7. Polestar EV

The Polestar EV has an interesting geometric and edgy design. It features a high-riding position that is backed by a high-grade suspension system. The design ranks high in ergonomics and functionality, so the bike’s good looks aren’t simply for visual appeal, but also to provide a defined shape that is practical.

8. Hydra

Say hello to Hydra, an e-bike with a difference! Hydra utilizes an experimental solution – hydrogen fuel cells. The fuel cells eliminate toxic battery acids that can cause damage to the environment if not disposed of correctly. The only by-products of pure hydrogen are heat and water, ensuring that the technology is zero-emission and a sustainable power source.

9. NUPO

Dubbed the NUPO e-sports bike, this two-wheeled bike is edgy, cyberpunkish, and dominating. It is quite similar to the Cybertruck and has simple surfaces rather than complicated ones. It features a cold and calculating light-strip headlight, and silver paint job giving the bike a truly sleek and futuristic appeal.

10. DATbike

The DATbike is an electric conceptual dirt bike designed by Vietnam-based Carota Design. It features an incredibly lean frame, with a heavy battery at the base, and a hollow ‘fuel tank’ that makes for a super interesting silhouette! It comes with a simple yet edgy aesthetic, accentuated further by the use of matte and satin finishes, and the grey and orange colorway.

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These dreamy superhero bikes deserve a grand stand at Automechanika

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AI-generated vehicles give automotive enthusiasts a glance at what the future holds. Right from dreamy cars and bike helmets to architecture-inspired footwear, AI tools like Midjourney give creators wings to let loose their imagination and generate stunning renders set in a mystical universe. All it takes is a few minutes of inputting intended keywords and what otherwise would take weeks to create on a PC is generated right on the platter with minimal or no effort.

This time around we pondered over the superhero-inspired bikes by Coldstar Art that are the apt fit for every superhero. Be it a Spiderman die-hard fan or a Flash lover, there’s a dreamy set of wheels for every kind of automotive fanatic.

Designer: Coldstar Art

To get started we have the Spiderman bike with a very clean glossy look, reflecting the superhero’s presence in the metropolis. Contrasting the Spierman’s control is the swiftness of the Aquaman motorbike having intricate details and an aggressive stance.

Then comes the most famous superhero who’s perfect in every way and intelligent enough to take control of the future tech industries. Yes, we are talking of Tony Stark and his magnetic Iron Man vibe. Just imagine, Iron Man’s bike parked right next to the feared Predator.

If you’ve got over the cool look of the above-mentioned two bikes, hold your breath for the Balck Panther Ant-Man and Captain America versions that are drop-dead gorgeous.

For the rest of the superhero bikes like Venom, Silver Surfer, Doctor Strange, Cyclops, Falcon and Aqua enjoy their flashiest looks and figure out which ones you liked the most!

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Drool over your favorite superheroes and villains as superbikes in this eye-popping AI-generated series

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Most of the superheroes have one thing in common – they have a cool set of wheels that adds to their heroic presence. While we already went bonkers over the AI-generated helmets and footwear, deep down I wished there was a bike that would perfectly match popular superheroes. AI-generated mash-up of cars in the style of famous designers was consolation but I was always longing for more…

This crazy wish has been fulfilled, and in a way more than I could ever envisage. This is an imaginative mock-up of what superhero sports bikes would look like and the results are jaw-dropping. Midjourney AI tool must take most of the credit here, along with the creator’s unique keywords to generate the intended artwork.

Designer: Synergy Art AI

King Cobra, the famous supervillain from the Marvel universe who’s the enemy of Thor, Captain America, Deadpool and the Falcon would appreciate AI for such a cool ride to hop on. There’s the intimidating scaly form done in matte black and gold acescents that matches the character’s mean personality.

Then there’s the Aquaman bike which gets the familiar green hues and bronze inserts of the superhero capable of controlling aquatic lifeforms telepathically in their language.

The super-speedy Flash has superhuman reflexes and is known as the Scarlet Speedster for obvious reasons. To match his physics-defying abilities, the sports bike has a dynamic presence, ready for the ultimate Need for Speed. I guess this one will be the fastest of them, ready to shatter all the salt flats records once and for all.

Another supervillain getting a supercool two-wheeled monster is none other than Bane. “The Man Who Broke the Bat” forcing Bruce Wayne to give up in a fight, gets an equally powerful superbike to celebrate his victory.

Next up on the AI’s list is Firestorm who’s basically a fused entity with extraordinary transmutation powers. The ability of particle manipulation to alter the structure of any substance is adopted in a sports bike with a super fearsome persona. The glossy shades in deep red, gold and black do complete justice to the superheroes’ character.

One of the most famous superheroes of all time, Spiderman gets a matching ride to scout the city filled with thugs and villains. The AI-generated bike has an exoskeleton-like frame to match Spiderman’s creepy yet cool look in matte red and black.

Last but not the least, the AI algorithm gets Iron Man’s larger-than-life presence to perfection. Just imagine Arno Stark (previously Tony Stark) riding this supercool bike in the fictional city of the Marvel world.

If I must pick canny little details missed by the AI, then the handlebars on some of these are designed wrong and most of these rides don’t have footpegs. Somehow it reminds me of the missing fingers of humans generated by AI which are otherwise impressive as hell creations. It would have been great if Flash got an electric sports bike, Bane had a muscle cruiser and Iron Man had a sports tourer to keep things versatile. That said, this artwork is perfect to go up on a superhero fanatic’s Wall of Fame!

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BMW Motorrad x NVIDIA electric bike has swappable modules for flexibility of use

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While BMW Motorrad is cooking up interesting bike designs of the current generation, NVIDIA is at the pinnacle of microchip technology delivering class-leading Graphics Processing Units. Do they have anything in common, well, presumably not?

This is where the realms of the design world make us believe in things unfathomable and outrightly defying logic. So, how about a BMW Motorrad electric bike powered by NVIDIA guts?

Designer: Aaryaman Mistry

Just like you’d have the freedom to upgrade your PC with a new GPU or other hardware, the idea of swapping old motorbike parts with a new one sounds adventurous. Aaryman has created an NVIDIA-powered architecture for electric motorcycles of the future that caught my attention. Of course, the level of standardization for each of those parts will be a herculean task on its own, and whether or not all automotive manufacturers will comply with the idea is still a looming query. If hypothetically everything goes to plan, the scope for modularity, personalization and upgradability will be immense.

Users can reflect their personality with custom parts, and even 3D print those parts or buy them. When these parts have served the purpose they can be swapped with newer components rather than changing the electric two-wheeler. Just like on this BMW x NVIDIA bike with the option to swap battery console, saddle, microchip or body frame components. A good example is toggling the handlebar section for racing or city riding configuration. This will give motorbike enthusiasts the flexibility of having different two-wheelers for a specific purpose without having to buy a new one. The swapping will be effortless and as easy as changing a toddler’s diaper.

The bike’s core houses the advanced GPU and CPU which can adapt to the ide’s current configuration. There are high-end cooling systems by NVIDIA that keep the electric battery at the optimum operating temperature for peak performance. Everything about this bike seems very balanced without any overpowering elements while maintaining a sci-fi persona of a highly agile set of wheels. The designer has opted for a mix of familiar BMW Motorrad aesthetics and colors fused with the geeky look of NVIDIA-powered PCs.

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Based on regenerative braking this nifty device clips to your bike wheel to generate electric energy, deploy it to the grid

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While I was measuring my ways to manage power usage better on Energy Conservation Day in my country, I stumbled upon this fascinating idea of an Energy Keeper. The puck-like device intends to collect kinetic energy produced when brakes are applied on a bike and provide the converted electrical energy back to the grid; yes, I’m scratching my head as well!

The conservation of energy law states, energy is neither created nor destroyed; it can uninterruptedly be converted to different forms. In Formula 1, the use of the Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) has found a way to conserve energy produced by F1 cars braking at over 250mph. The excessive amount of heat generated with the car brakes is harvested by KERS to redeploy it into the car for performance advantage.

Thriving on this idea of regenerative braking – that allows kinetic energy to be converted into power which can be immediately used or stored until needed – a designer has come up with the Energy Keeper.

Designer: Sasha Torgova

An apt name for a device that wants to conserve most of the energy that generally goes into the void; the Energy Keeper, comprises a bearing ring, magnetic disk, and weight to rotate with the wheel. Yeah, the magnetic disc attaches to the wheel of a bike and the charger clips into it. The disk follows the wheel rotation, accumulating energy.

It continues to move by inertia when the brakes bring the wheel rotation to a halt (thanks to the attached weight) to allow the accumulated kinetic energy to be transferred to the induction coil of the connected charger. The charger stores this electrical power until it is connected back to its storage which passes the energy to the public power grid.

The designer has conceived an ecosystem where the city can be dotted with Energy Keeper storage boxes comprising set of six disks and chargers each. The supplied disks are meant for 26” and 29” bike wheels. A biker can visit the nearest storage box, clip on a disk and charger (pulled from the storage using a mobile app) and ride away, collecting electrical energy on the way to college or while returning from the grocery store.

The thought-up ecosystem doesn’t only account for evenly distributing the Energy Keeper storage throughout the city. A promotional program values the powered charger – returned to the system – that redirects the power to the grid. The user returning a powered charger can receive free rides on public transport under the reward campaign.

A positive motivation for a little step toward conserving energy is just an impetus to appreciate this incredible idea of putting regenerative braking to purpose. Even though I believe the Energy Keeper could find an objective in converting everyday bikes into some sort of hybrids at minimum effort and price.

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Top 10 electric bikes that’ll get every automotive lover’s heart thumping

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Bikes get the heart of almost every Automotive lover thumping! Make them electric – and you have the best of both worlds! They’re powerful, super-fast, menacing to look at, and not to mention a boon to the environment. And we’ve been seeing a torrential and exciting downpour of e-bike designs at Yanko Design. Each bike was innovative, bringing to us something we had never seen or experienced before. From killer speed to dashing good looks to impenetrable safety standards, every electric bike we featured at YD broke some design barrier for us, and hopefully, they did the same for you as well. Hence, we’ve curated a collection of e-bikes that we feel were the best of the lot! From an electric motorbike that doubles as a reliable exercise machine to a futuristic Tesla Cyberbike – these electric bikes will surely satisfy your need for speed and sustainability!

1. The WAYRA EV-03

The WAYRA EV-03 electric cruiser motorcycle is a 100 percent no gimmick concept that’ll please every kind of rider – be it a cruiser enthusiast, performance lover, or off-roading fanatic. WAYRA EV-03 is a bike high on personality, created keeping in mind the heritage of fat-bikes and cruiser-length bikes, while also having those minimal eye-catchy modern touches to create visual appeal. The presence of café racer aesthetics can also not be denied owing to the low-slung rider positioning. The element of drag racing is evident courtesy of the stretched rear, but the high ride height gives off that dirt bike racer vibe too.

2. Model M

Model M is designed keeping in mind the tight urban spaces, hence, the detachable handlebars make complete sense. The electronic kickstand makes the ride easy to park without any hassles. When it comes to adventure escapades, Tesla Model M has your needs covered. Right where the fuel tank of traditional bikes is, there is a detachable bag with its own battery that powers the lights and the multimedia system. The bag comes with its own start/stop system that acts as an anti-theft mechanism.

3. The GYMO-FIT

Meet the GYMO-FIT concept motorbike that has the typical urban commuter vibes, and a sturdy exercise bike to keep fit. The uncertain times in the last couple of years have prompted people to go for home fitness setups – that’s why exercise bikes have grown in popularity in recent times. But as I said, the excitement to use this fitness equipment quickly fades away. So, isn’t that a waste of money?

4. The NUPO e-sports bike

Equal parts edgy, cyberpunkish, cold, and dominating, the NUPO e-sports bike is clearly the two-wheeled spiritual successor to the Cybertruck. The conceptual two-wheeler is remarkably lithe yet not traditionally aerodynamic. It plays with volumes rather wonderfully, just the way the Cybertruck did, and always opts for simpler surfaces rather than complicated ones. Couple this with that rather cold and calculating light-strip headlight, and the silver paint job and the NUPO look like the electric motorcycle we wish Tesla would make already.

5. The Railway Motorcycle

The Railway Motorcycle is never-before-seen ideation to make the life of railways personnel easier, and more importantly, the safety of railway tracks 100 percent foolproof to avert any major incidents. After all, lives of hundreds of people boarding trains each day depends on these checks. The idea is to have a dual utility two-wheeler that hops on the railway tracks for easy inspection of any fault lines, as well as a stylish bike for when you are not working. Yes, the suspension of this motorbike is done in a way to adjust to the two very different surfaces and modes of riding.

6. The DATbike

Created by Vietnam-based Carota Design, the DATbike is a conceptual dirt bike that explores a dynamic new aesthetic that challenges the status quo. It starts with an incredibly lean frame that’s bare-basics for the most part, barring the heavy battery at the base, and finally, adds a flourish with that beautiful hollow ‘fuel tank’ that makes for an INCREDIBLY interesting silhouette!

7. The EQUULEUS electric mountain patrol bike

 

Rethinking how a mountain patrol motorbike ought to be, the EQUULEUS electric mountain patrol bike beckons to the future of crime-fighting. This two-wheeler concept is built keeping in mind the riding safety and ample space to keep all the essential tools and equipment. In turn, the forest rangers can patrol inhospitable regions with utmost confidence and freedom to take all the essentials along. Even better, the storage modules loaded in the different sections of the bike are completely detachable, so the rider can tag along tools in the most organized manner possible.

8. Reverso

Meet Reverso, an e-bike that reverses every single automotive design instinct ever. I guess we could attribute its design direction to the Cybertruck, which sort to challenge the norms too with a design that was strikingly different from anything that came before it. The Reverso sits firmly in that class, too, with an aesthetic that I’m struggling to put together in words, only because I can’t really find a frame of reference. None of Reverso’s details or parts look ‘standard,’ and that’s what makes the e-bike look so alluring.

9. The Concept CE 02

Being more than just a mere cool toy, this electric two-wheeler is a futuristic yet simple solution for urban mobility, focusing on city tours to be precise. According to the head of vehicle design, BMW Motorrad, the bike is a skateboard on wheels, developed for anyone who likes to be mobile and independent. The Concept CE 02 has a very minimalist footprint and a low center of gravity – in line with the company’s aspiration to bring a level of design innovation honed by the emotional element, and most of all, the riding fun.

10. The Ronin Bike

The unique sense of flowing aesthetics is something that keeps my fire burning whenever I see a fresh automotive design. The Ronin bike is right up there for its blend of cyberpunk-influenced shapes and metallic inserts. It has a rear left attached long swingarm, which looks a bit odd when viewed from the 6 o’clock position. It almost looks like it’s crippled on one side. However, the front gives the rider a sense of balance and confidence in pushing the throttle, too, with its front leaning position. The headlights and the taillights have a very contrasting yet peculiar design that seems to be inspired by modern appliances. Especially that industrial design dominated headlight residing inside the round metal housing.

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This boxy café racer bike would make a perfect fit in the upcoming John Wick: Chapter 4

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Boxy café racer concepts have always intrigued me for their larger-than-life charm while still maintaining a practically feasible aesthetic. Likewise, John Wick could very well do with a boxy motorbike rather than hopping on that Yamaha MT-09 featured in Chapter 3, don’t you think? Now that Chapter 4 has been confirmed for March 2023 release, and Chapter 5 is confirmed for some years later, we are eyeing director Chad Stahelski’s attention for an upbeat café racer to be a part of the sequel.

Yes, picture Keanu out for revenge on this cool machine, dodging the ruthless hitmen after his blood. Slouchy comfort is by no stretch of the imagination going to be a problem for him. So, the flat saddle of this café racer will feel home for the – down but not out – compassionate hero.

Designer: Ravichandra Madhavarapu

The Indian-origin designer has imagined this motorbike concept dubbed Hermes-X30 for the handsome Canadian actor, and it bears the same badass attitude as Keanu we’ve seen in the Cyberpunk 2077 video game. Although the actor admits he’s never played the game himself, so I weighed in towards the John Wick link more than the virtual world association. Also, this makes logical sense too as Cyberpunk 2077 didn’t turn out to be the same cake it was mustered up to be.

This rimless bike goes perfectly with the actor’s persona and has a kind of front-dominated body presence. The geometrically shaped bike has a square gas tank that makes up for the headlight section as well. The beamers have a subdued filter on them to portray that grim look, and I don’t mind that at all. The rear is more trimmed down but still geometric nonetheless. Visually the bike seems glued to the tarmac and exudes a jacked-up look. Other than that, this ride has that typical grunge factor that’ll make it perfect for a John Wick Chapter 4 appearance.

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A beefy low-slung motorbike crafted for purists craving ‘Need for Speed’

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James Qiu surprised us and the gearheads across the globe with his Akira Bike Concept, and yet another of his concept creations is all set to send the ripples to a great distance. Meet the R9T UE5 concept deserving of a real-life avatar, a chunk of screen time in a sci-fi movie, or a cameo in a gripping action series.

This beefy motorbike is an amalgam of a Cyberpunk world’s shining café racer, thumping cruiser, circuit racing beast and a mean machine destined to overshadow all that’s bad on the planet. A ride that’ll be the right kind of adversary to the god-level laurels of a crime-fighting protagonist. Those big fat wheels complementing the all-metal body of the bike – isn’t that totally badass?

Designer: James Qiu

Still, it is nimble enough to make sharp turns or accelerate at hair-raising speeds when being chased by a rampant gang of baddies. The low-slung wheelbase gives the bike a clawing dominating grip on the asphalt for supreme traction and peak acceleration from a standing position. The riding position is going to be more leaned forward courtesy of its racing characteristics, and for once a concept bike has a super comfortable saddle seat.

There’s an equally beefy engine protruding from the sides which is a clear indicator of its gasoline fuel-powered origins. The hydraulic forks connected to the humungous front wheel rim are something you’ll keep staring at without ever getting enough of it. Equally impressive and robust are the rear swingarm and the meticulously crafted exhausts. Headlights and the taillights have an ultra-boxy look which adds to the defiant persona of the concept bike.

Overall, the stellar build quality, balanced proportions, and the skin on the bike combine to make it a winning design that could one day make it to reality. I’m sure automotive designers and big brand will lay their eyes on the R9T UE5 and be impressed.

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This futuristic electric bike generates sounds courtesy of resonating tubes on one side

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An electric motorcycle with the visual appeal of a powerful fuel-powered bike, capable of producing an equally intimidating sound pattern to add unique USP to the otherwise quiet electric motor.

The thud and deep sound of the motorcycle engine are like music to the ears of purists. That deep resonating sound when you cruise on a long stretch of the road, and as you push the accelerator the sound becomes more low-pitched. With the gradual shift to electric motorcycles, the definitive sound of the motorcycle engines has been lost since the electric motors produce very little or no perceivable sound at all. This can be a major put-off for motorheads who are fueled by the sweet sound of fuel-powered engines. Automotive designer Lin Yu Cheng however wants to fix this with this jaw-dropping electric motorcycle design.

Designer: LYC Design

He took inspiration from the Singing Ringing Tree sculpture in Burnley, England which is made out of layers of steel tubes with holes cut in them – something similar to a flute. As the wind blows, melodic sound is produced, and that’s what motivated him to design a bike with a resonating structure on one side. Looking more like the humongous exhausts of a hyperbike, these metal tubes add a handsome character to the ride. According to Lin, the sculpture-inspired design lends the electric motorbike a soulful resonance to the otherwise emotionless motor.

Here the speed can be converted into a low-frequency resonant sound that binds the emotions and elicits a fresher man-machine relationship. On the Euterpe 9 resonant metal tubes of varying lengths are installed on one side of the machine, so as to create different frequencies of harmonic resonance with the speed of the bike. These metal installations are integrated into the body of the bike in a way that they flow with the inherent shape of the two-wheeler. The side wind blows at an almost vertical angle across the metal tube opening, and sound frequency increases or decreases with speed. Another variation is added when the biker leans around the bend, thereby producing a slightly different sound.

In this concept design, the visual extension and linearity have eliminated space above the battery, thereby permitting for a curved fold above the body giving the EV a lightweight and futuristic feel. At low speeds below 80 kmph the high-pitched waves are produced since the valve is closed. Riding at speeds above 80 kmph will open up the valves of resonance tubes turning the tube into an Opened-pipe Standing Waves tube.

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