Now we're getting somewhere.

mrwizard10 · 02-02-2012, 06:47 PM

Purdue University students develop high performance electric motorbike

It doesn't seem too long ago when we were reporting on breakthroughs in battery technology that would allow electric motorbikes like the Brammo Enertia to travel as much as 45 miles (72 km) on a single charge. These days, we're seeing most of the recent arrivals (such as the 2012 Zero S range, for instance, or the gorgeous custom-built Brutus 2.0) flying past the 100 miles (160 km) barrier with relative ease, a range long enough to quieten even the most fervent of petrol-heads. Two Purdue University engineering students have recently completed the conversion of a Yamaha YZF600r to electric power that further pushes the envelope to more than 120 miles (193 km), using batteries cooled by phase change material.

http://www.gizmag.com/kleinschmidt-d...orcycle/21299/

Bluuu · 02-02-2012, 06:56 PM

It only does 120mph and they don't say how long it takes to charge? More than 5 minutes? No thanks.

And, it's got this huge box hanging off the bottom only inches from the ground...how's the cornering on that thing again? Uh...do these guys even understand motorcycles?

TheRock11 · 02-02-2012, 07:02 PM

Originally Posted by Bluuu

It only does 120mph and they don't say how long it takes to charge? More than 5 minutes? No thanks.

And, it's got this huge box hanging off the bottom only inches from the ground...how's the cornering on that thing again? Uh...do these guys even understand motorcycles?

Now that is how you tell them how you really feel

DM47 · 02-02-2012, 07:04 PM

Originally Posted by Bluuu

It only does 120mph and they don't say how long it takes to charge? More than 5 minutes? No thanks.

And, it's got this huge box hanging off the bottom only inches from the ground...how's the cornering on that thing again? Uh...do these guys even understand motorcycles?

Maybe they're not as savvy about certain bike elements, but they are doing something; they are trying.

Hopefully they are learning about electrical energy and storage development, and not heavily relying primarily on donations from existing commercial products/offerings.

blueline15 · 02-02-2012, 07:15 PM

Originally Posted by Bluuu

It only does 120mph and they don't say how long it takes to charge? More than 5 minutes? No thanks.

And, it's got this huge box hanging off the bottom only inches from the ground...how's the cornering on that thing again? Uh...do these guys even understand motorcycles?

Dude, it's just a prototype. First it's got to be proven it can be done, then it has to be proven it can be done effectively.

Wyckedan · 02-02-2012, 07:18 PM

Originally Posted by Bluuu

It only does 120mph and they don't say how long it takes to charge? More than 5 minutes? No thanks.

And, it's got this huge box hanging off the bottom only inches from the ground...how's the cornering on that thing again? Uh...do these guys even understand motorcycles?

That's miles, not mph

Bluuu · 02-02-2012, 07:36 PM

Originally Posted by Wyckedan

That's miles, not mph

Click on the link and read the article. Not just the portion posted here.

Bluuu · 02-02-2012, 07:52 PM

Maybe I should give them some credit.

The "r6" is better than their 50mph "porsche".

Phlebmaster · 02-02-2012, 10:04 PM

Interesting concept. If you look around you will see more electric vehicles, why not motorcycles too? If they can make it practical (which I doubt anytime soon) for the true enthusiast who loves to ride hard and long then it would be another way to go.

Until then however it will probably remain a good concept. I don't know too many riders who just ride short distances. With 120 miles as a maximum and depend on rider's throttle habits, weight, terrain, etc... it would not seem practical at this point.

PeteN95 · 02-03-2012, 07:41 AM

Originally Posted by Bluuu

It only does 120mph and they don't say how long it takes to charge? More than 5 minutes? No thanks.

How fast do you ride on the street? (LEOs are listening)

thrifty · 02-03-2012, 08:28 AM

Originally Posted by Phlebmaster

Interesting concept. If you look around you will see more electric vehicles, why not motorcycles too? If they can make it practical (which I doubt anytime soon) for the true enthusiast who loves to ride hard and long then it would be another way to go.

Until then however it will probably remain a good concept. I don't know too many riders who just ride short distances. With 120 miles as a maximum and depend on rider's throttle habits, weight, terrain, etc... it would not seem practical at this point.

Dunno, 120 would almost get me to and from work for a week....

I still wouldn't want an electric bike though, as their completely silent.

koorbloh · 02-03-2012, 08:34 AM

other than the boxy shape of the battery, which could be improved/moved, it's quite a step in the right direction.

like the nissan leaf or the zero bikes, it would make a decent commuter.

I'm with bluuuuuuuuuuuuu though on the recharge times making this a viable solution.

also, I wonder what it weighs.

Originally Posted by thrifty

Dunno, 120 would almost get me to and from work for a week....

I still wouldn't want an electric bike though, as their completely silent.

loud pipes don't save lives, they just piss people off.

Veloc · 02-03-2012, 08:35 AM

I have other bikes in mind...

Shire · 02-03-2012, 08:38 AM

Loud electrons don't save lives!

You may have to put a playing card on the wheels so people can hear you coming!

Omnivore · 02-03-2012, 08:41 AM

My co-worker let me drive his electric (basically a DR 400) The silence was bizarre. Bit heavy for what it was, but all in all it was two wheels and fun.

That was a home made and really impressive for what it was. Overall they may get to an new power source with hydrogen (or something), but I have doubts about straight battery electrics ever being practicle.

1shinysideup · 02-03-2012, 08:41 AM

good start. The down side to these are, they're too quiet. hmmm, maybe they can design a small motor that makes motorcycle noises.. maybe a brapppp or something like that

koorbloh · 02-03-2012, 08:43 AM

you guys and your noise desires really confuse me. noise pollution does no one any good.

flying through woods and mountain roads would be fucking epic.

Bluuu · 02-03-2012, 09:45 AM

Originally Posted by PeteN95

How fast do you ride on the street? (LEOs are listening)

Depends...

In town, pretty much the speed limit or close to it.

On a back road I'll rarely break a buck.

Out in the middle of some place like Nevada or on a track, pretty much whatever speed my tiny balls will allow.

thrifty · 02-03-2012, 10:25 AM

Originally Posted by koorbloh

loud pipes don't save lives, they just piss people off.

If their pissed that means they heard me and they'll look for me.... and that's the point.

Originally Posted by Shire

Loud electrons don't save lives!

You may have to put a playing card on the wheels so people can hear you coming!


02-02-2012, 06:47 PM	#1
mrwizard10 Licensed Joined: Jun 2009 From: Amboy, WA I Ride: Suzuki Burgman 650	Now we're getting somewhere. Purdue University students develop high performance electric motorbike It doesn't seem too long ago when we were reporting on breakthroughs in battery technology that would allow electric motorbikes like the Brammo Enertia to travel as much as 45 miles (72 km) on a single charge. These days, we're seeing most of the recent arrivals (such as the 2012 Zero S range, for instance, or the gorgeous custom-built Brutus 2.0) flying past the 100 miles (160 km) barrier with relative ease, a range long enough to quieten even the most fervent of petrol-heads. Two Purdue University engineering students have recently completed the conversion of a Yamaha YZF600r to electric power that further pushes the envelope to more than 120 miles (193 km), using batteries cooled by phase change material. http://www.gizmag.com/kleinschmidt-d...orcycle/21299/ __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-02-2012, 06:56 PM	#2
Bluuu Señor verde Joined: Mar 2011 From: Kirkland I Ride: behind the girls.	It only does 120mph and they don't say how long it takes to charge? More than 5 minutes? No thanks. And, it's got this huge box hanging off the bottom only inches from the ground...how's the cornering on that thing again? Uh...do these guys even understand motorcycles? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-02-2012, 07:52 PM	#8
Bluuu Señor verde Joined: Mar 2011 From: Kirkland I Ride: behind the girls.	Maybe I should give them some credit. The "r6" is better than their 50mph "porsche". __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-02-2012, 10:04 PM	#9
Phlebmaster Licensed Joined: Jan 2012 From: Oregon City I Ride: 1976 KZ400	Interesting concept. If you look around you will see more electric vehicles, why not motorcycles too? If they can make it practical (which I doubt anytime soon) for the true enthusiast who loves to ride hard and long then it would be another way to go. Until then however it will probably remain a good concept. I don't know too many riders who just ride short distances. With 120 miles as a maximum and depend on rider's throttle habits, weight, terrain, etc... it would not seem practical at this point. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-03-2012, 08:35 AM	#13
Veloc Chicken Strips Joined: Aug 2011 From: Tanasbourne, OR I Ride: 2008 R6, 1985 VF500F Interceptor (Sold, 3/31/12), 1982 CM450e (wife's)	I have other bikes in mind... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-03-2012, 08:38 AM	#14
Shire Theoretical Propagandist Joined: Oct 2008 From: Dry Shitties WA I Ride: two busas that analways seems to be chasing MJN but have my front tires mounted correctly...	Loud electrons don't save lives! You may have to put a playing card on the wheels so people can hear you coming! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-03-2012, 08:41 AM	#15
Omnivore Licensed Joined: May 2011 From: Salem, Or. I Ride: Therefore I AM	My co-worker let me drive his electric (basically a DR 400) The silence was bizarre. Bit heavy for what it was, but all in all it was two wheels and fun. That was a home made and really impressive for what it was. Overall they may get to an new power source with hydrogen (or something), but I have doubts about straight battery electrics ever being practicle. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-03-2012, 08:41 AM	#16
1shinysideup Railer Joined: Feb 2007 From: Seattle I Ride: 06 600RR	good start. The down side to these are, they're too quiet. hmmm, maybe they can design a small motor that makes motorcycle noises.. maybe a brapppp or something like that __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


02-03-2012, 08:43 AM	#17
koorbloh Je Fa Fa Joined: Mar 2007 From: Monroe-mish, WA Blog Entries: 5 I Ride: 06 DR650, 74 XL350, 70-ish GT80, 78 CB400	you guys and your noise desires really confuse me. noise pollution does no one any good. flying through woods and mountain roads would be fucking epic. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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