The Roskva Electric is an electric motorcycle designed with both form and function in mind. The electric chopper was built by a team of Norwegian students from Oslo's University of Life Sciences. The team's goal was to create an electric motorcycle that could go fast, had a decent range and looked awesome.
The team used carbon fiber materials to construct the bike. All told the Roskva Electric weighs in at a slim 55 pounds. The light weight helps its 96-horsepower electric engine hit a max speed of 112 mph. Max range is 62 miles, which is comparable to some electric cars currently on the market. No word yet on whether or not the students have been approached to bring the Roskva Electric into production.
What's Driving This Trend
- Electric Motorcycle Design
- The Roskva Electric showcases the trend towards electric motorcycles that prioritize both form and function.
- Carbon Fiber Materials
- The use of carbon fiber materials in motorcycle construction is a disruptive innovation opportunity that can lead to lighter and faster electric motorcycles.
- Increased Range for Electric Vehicles
- The Roskva Electric's range of 62 miles provides an opportunity to improve the range of electric motorcycles and similar vehicles.
Who This Affects Most
- Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
- Electric motorcycle manufacturers can adopt the design principles of the Roskva Electric to create more appealing and functional products.
- Carbon Fiber Composite Manufacturing
- The use of carbon fiber materials in motorcycle construction can be applied to other industries, including aerospace and sports equipment manufacturing.
- Battery Technology
- Improving battery technology is a crucial factor in extending the range of electric motorcycles and similar vehicles, making this an important area of innovation in the automotive industry.
