The Finnish startup Donut Lab has published its first independent test results for its solid-state battery. The charging speed is impressive, but considerable doubts about the project’s overall credibility persist.
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Electric Motorcycle
Under this tag you will find articles related to electric motorcycles and related developments within the motorcycle sector. This includes new models, technical concepts, battery and drivetrain technologies as well as market and infrastructure topics.
The list below brings together all content in which electric motorcycles are featured — ranging from production models and concept bikes to regulatory and economic developments in the field of electric two-wheelers.
Indian electric motorcycle company Ultraviolette is showcasing the X-47 Crossover at IMOT 2026 in Munich. It is said to be the first motorcycle in its segment with an integrated radar system.
Zero Motorcycles has initiated a safety recall for several electric motorcycles. The cause is a potentially twisted brake line on the front brake, which can lead to a loss of brake pressure.
Indian electric motorcycle manufacturer Ultraviolette has unveiled Violette A.I., a voice-controlled AI assistant designed to simplify the operation of its models. The system was presented at CES 2026 in Las Vegas in collaboration with SoundHound AI.
TVS Motor Company has patented the design of the eFX 3O electric motorcycle concept in India. This adds to the indications that the concept, which was first unveiled at EICMA 2025, may go into series production.
With the WN7, Honda is launching its first large-volume electric motorcycle for road use. The model is intended to show how far the Japanese have already come in the field of electric drives and where the manufacturer believes there is still room for development.
In the future, electric motorcycles may no longer be developed solely through new motors or batteries, but primarily through software and artificial intelligence. An Indian manufacturer is introducing a new vehicle architecture for this purpose, which is intended to enable several types of motorcycles and e-scooters to be built on a common technical basis.
Hero MotoCorp has patented the design of its upcoming Vida VXZ electric motorcycle in India. The move suggests that the project, developed in collaboration with Zero Motorcycles, is entering a near-production phase.
The Jarv E is an electric hard enduro bike that has been specifically developed for extreme enduro riding. Built in Austria, this sports machine bears the signature of Graham Jarvis and will initially be available in strictly limited numbers.
At CES in Las Vegas, Verge Motorcycles is the first manufacturer to present a production motorcycle with a solid-state battery. The technology is designed to enable extremely short charging times, long ranges, and greater safety.
New patent drawings hint at another electric motorcycle from Honda. The as-yet-unnamed model features an unusual combination of scooter and cruiser and is intended to further expand Honda’s electric strategy.
Zero Motorcycles has initiated a recall for the 2023 model year DSR/X. The reason for this is a potential defect in the motor controller, which can lead to a sudden loss of propulsion while riding.
With the EV Outlier Concept, Honda is presenting a radical study for the electric future of motorcycles at the Japan Mobility Show 2025. The focus is not on replacing the combustion engine, but on consciously redefining the riding experience.
Swiss extreme athlete Jiri Zak has set a new world altitude record for motorcycles with the Stark Varg EX. On the Ojos del Salado volcano, he reached an altitude of 6,721 meters on a standard electric enduro bike.
With the Izh Enduro, the Russian Kalashnikov Group is working on an electrically powered off-road motorcycle with a special trailer. The project aims to enable quiet mobility for military, government, and later also civilian applications.
Spanish company BBM Motorcycles has unveiled the Hiro, an electric motorcycle designed to offer very short charging times. The model is aimed at riders who have previously cited long charging times as their main criticism.
The Verge TS Pro will receive numerous technical and ergonomic upgrades for the 2026 model year. The updates are designed to improve both the riding experience and the efficiency of the electric motorcycle.
At EICMA 2025 in Milan, Ultraviolette provided comprehensive insight into its future direction and expanded product portfolio. In addition to electric motorcycles and scooters, the world’s first production motorcycle with integrated radar technology was unveiled. The company also presented the UVCrossfade, a connected carbon fiber helmet that aims to take rider safety and connectivity to a new level.
Zero Motorcycles unveiled a comprehensive update to its electric motorcycle range at EICMA 2025 in Milan. The focus is on the brand-new Urban Scooter LS1, flanked by an extensively revised model range for the 2026 model year and the visionary Lompico Concept, which offers a glimpse of upcoming technologies and design lines.
Zero Motorcycles, which claims to be one of the best-known manufacturers of electric motorcycles, has announced a change in its top management. Pierre-Martin Bos is taking over as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with immediate effect. He succeeds Sam Paschel, who has led the company for the past eight years and will remain in an advisory role as Senior Board Advisor.