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BMW Motorrad Developing An Electric Boxer Motorcycle

BMW made it clear that the future is electric and began its serious electrification project by introducing the CE 04 earlier this year.

latest patent application reveals a new electric powertrain is being built according to the iconic Boxer engine.
the protruding Boxer engine will place both the battery and motor along with cooling system.

BMW chairman Oliver Zipse also claimed that BMW Motorrad will launch a new electric two-wheeler every 18 to 24 months, with the following model scheduled to arrive in 2023.

While the CE 04 and other initial models are labelled as urban mobility vehicles, BMW will eventually join the rank of high-performance electric motorcycles.

BMW Motorrad has already registered multiple trademarks, from DC 01 to DC 09, which could lead to various electric motorcycles coming in the future.

Coincidentally, the latest patent application by the German marquee revealed exciting information; Motorcycle.com reported that BMW is working on an electric motorcycle based on the Boxer elements.

This isn’t the first time BMW revealed such ideas, considering that the Vision DC Roadster concept was a design built based on the heritage of the boxer engine.

Although the Vision DC Roadster concept wasn’t intended to become a production model, but it was certainly a step by BMW to explore an electric motorcycle that could stay true to the brand’s heritage.

According to the new patent application, the battery and its cooling elements will form a similar shape to a Boxer engine.

The elements are fixed heat sinks made of aluminium and covered in cooling fins, mimicking the air-cooled Boxer engine’s cylinders.

Nevertheless, the cylinders will house the inverter, charging mechanism, and internal liquid-cooling system for the battery and motor. At the same time, the protruding elements will allow the battery and motor to be cooled by the airflow when the bike is in motion.

While we are not sure if the patents could lead to a production model, the idea of developing an electric motor to pay homage to the iconic Boxer engine is enough to excite us.

(Source: Motorcycle.com)

Suzuki Finally Joins The Electric Revolution, Patent Reveals

The latest patent drawings have confirmed that Suzuki’s electric project is finally underway.

Patents drawing show a battery-powered prototype Burgman scooter is underway
The upcoming electric scooter is a 125cc-equivalent motorcycle.

While the company’s direction is still unclear, it looks like the Suzuki electrification project has begun, based on the latest patent drawings of an electric scooter.

Based on the drawings, the patent showcased what could be an electric version of the Burgman scooter. However, the scooter shown is not the 400; instead depicts the smaller 125cc version.

Understanding that the Hamamatsu factory has confirmed on leaving every two wheels competition on the planet, the electric project surely sets its focus on practicality instead of performance.

Moreover, one of the reasons behind Suzuki’s withdrawal from MotoGP is to shift the company funds towards the development of electric power; hence it’s not surprising that the latest patents reveal precisely that.

Nevertheless, the patent reveals a conventional battery-operated technology fitted underneath the bike’s traditional steel frame, similar to the Burgman 125.

However, while the petrol-powered model has the engine and transmission built into the swingarm, the electric model uses a more motorcycle-style layout with a chain-drive rear wheel and motor mounted in the frame.

Although Yamaha and Honda opted for removable/swappable batteries, Suzuki, on the other hand, opted for a fixed battery mounted inside a two-piece case that fills the under-seat area.

This means that once the battery is drained to the max, owners can only get it recharged instead of swapping it for a new one.

Nonetheless, the development is still early as Suzuki could improvise the electric scooter in the near future. We expect it could take some time before we can see a complete prototype in the works.

(Source: CycleWorld)

Upcoming BMW G 310 RR Instrument Cluster And Decals Leaks In New Teaser

BMW Motorrad India has unveiled some details of the upcoming G 310 RR ahead of its official launch on July 15, 2022.

The upcoming G 310 RR will feature similar hardware to the TVS Apache RR310.
Decals and colours is heavily inspired by the S 1000 RR flagship superbike.

From what we know, the G 310 RR will feature a fully-adjustable suspension setup, but in the latest teaser shared on Monday, the baby RR will also get a full-colour instrument cluster, and S 1000 RR-inspired decals.

Despite the G 310 RR borrowing much of the hardware from TVS’s Apache RR310, we can confirm that the S 1000 RR will heavily inspire the upcoming sportbike.

Nevertheless, reports in India suggest that BMW Motorrad could introduce different variants of the G 310 RR, with one featuring an adjustable suspension while the other comes in a basic setup.

Currently, the Apache RR310 BTO offers a fully-adjustable KYB front fork with 15mm preload adjustability and 20 sets of damping, while the rear monoshock features 10-steps preload adjustments with 20-sets of damping.

The peak performance of the G 310 RR is accessible via four riding modes; Sport and Track offer peak performance at 33.5hp, while in Urban and Rain mode, the engine power drops to 25hp.

The 312.2cc liquid-cooled, reverse inclined motor is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and can reach 160km/h max speed.

New Honda ADV 160 Inbound, Teaser Confirms

The latest teaser from PT Astra Honda Motor has confirmed that a new Honda ADV 160 is set to roll out in Indonesia.

The new ADV 160 will get a bigger powertrain than the previous generation.
The ADV 160 will feature revised bodywork and features.

Rumours about a new generation ADV 160 have been around since the introduction of the PCX 160, Vario 160 and the recently launched Air Blade 160.

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However, the latest teaser by Honda distributor in Indonesia, PT Astra Honda Motor, via its official Instagram account has confirmed that the ADV 160 is on its way.

While the teaser was faintly visible, the motorcycle silhouette is similar to the ADV 150 but with a slight change in the bodywork.

Nevertheless, the new ADV 160 will feature the same 156.9cc eSP+ engine found in the PCX 160 that makes 15hp @ 8,500rpm and 13.8Nm @ 7,000rpm, a bump from the previous 14.5hp and 13.9Nm.

Meanwhile, the upcoming ADV 160 will also feature several upgrades in terms of design and mechanics.

Norton To Build Electric Motorcycle, Announces Project ‘Zero Emission Norton’

TVS-owned Norton Motorcycles is ready to kick-start its electrification program by announcing the ‘Zero Emission Norton’ project.

The Zero Emission Norton will take two and a half years.
Plans to design and manufacture electric motorcycles in the United Kingdom.

Norton is finally on the move two years after the brand was in a critical situation by unveiling the V4SV exotic superbike.

The momentous occasion marks the company’s new direction under TVS Motor Company.

In the latest announcement, Norton has revealed plans to design and manufacture electric motorcycles in the UK.

The new manufacturing plant will be in charge of race performance, lightweight and touring range.

Thanks to the government funding, it will be a joint effort between Norton and Delta Cosworth, which will assist the battery and other critical components to power the motorcycle.

Meanwhile, the University of Warwick – which helps develop the TT Zero Race machine – will take charge of modelling, toolchain development and battery technology.

According to Norton, the Zero Emission project is part of a 10-year product plan and supports UK’s mission to achieve a net-zero automotive future. The aim is to lift the UK is returning to being a global tech leader for motorcycles.

QJ Motor Upcoming 650 Adventure Bike Passes Homologation In China

The upcoming QJ Motor middleweight adventure motorcycle, the QJ650, has passed homologation in China.

This model sees the Chinese brand fielding a new 649cc V-twin heart with a claimed 75HP.
Two variants will be available, namely a basic ‘standard’ plus a higher-speced ‘Adventure’.

After filing the patents last October, the new motorcycle has officially passed the homologation process thus edging closer to production.

The recent patent application also revealed some key technical details surrounding the model. Key to which is the engine that the QJMotor QJ650 adopts – a 649cc V-twin with a claimed output of 75HP.

Moreover, the two patent documents filed also revealed the QJ650 will come in two variants. One of which will be a higher-specced ‘Adventure’ offering brimmed with a set of luggage side and top boxes. Other details revealed include a claimed weight figures of 219KG (standard) and 249KG (Adventure), as well as the presence of an ABS module.

The new 650 will feature things like crash bars and handguards along with a wire spoke wheels.

As for release date and availability, QJMotor remains mum about it for now, but word has it we will see this V-twin model officially debut sometime later this year.

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BMW Motorrad Developing An Electric Boxer Motorcycle

BMW made it clear that the future is electric and began its serious electrification project by introducing the CE 04 earlier this year.

Suzuki Finally Joins The Electric Revolution, Patent Reveals

The latest patent drawings have confirmed that Suzuki’s electric project is finally underway.

Upcoming BMW G 310 RR Instrument Cluster And Decals Leaks In New Teaser

BMW Motorrad India has unveiled some details of the upcoming G 310 RR ahead of its official launch on July 15, 2022.

New Honda ADV 160 Inbound, Teaser Confirms

The latest teaser from PT Astra Honda Motor has confirmed that a new Honda ADV 160 is set to roll out in Indonesia.

Norton To Build Electric Motorcycle, Announces Project ‘Zero Emission Norton’

TVS-owned Norton Motorcycles is ready to kick-start its electrification program by announcing the ‘Zero Emission Norton’ project.

QJ Motor Upcoming 650 Adventure Bike Passes Homologation In China

The upcoming QJ Motor middleweight adventure motorcycle, the QJ650, has passed homologation in China.

This model sees the Chinese brand fielding a new 649cc V-twin heart with a claimed 75HP.

Two variants will be available, namely a basic ‘standard’ plus a higher-speced ‘Adventure’.

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