# Designer Electric Motorbikes The B4 E-Cruizer's Design is Inspired by Harley-Davidson Bikes By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-06-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b4-ecruizer References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/b4-bikes-e-cruizer-test-drive/32594/) & [b4-bikes](http://www.b4-bikes.com/) The B4 E-Cruizer is a Dutch-made motorbike that aims to offer a completely fresh and unique perspective on the [electric motorbike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c6). The frame of the B4 E-Cruizer is constructed out of steel and weighs 93 pounds. Its design is hugely influenced by that of the iconic [Harley Davidson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-motorcycle-concept1), and features a similar splayed seating position. Each specimen is hand-crafted in the Netherlands and is custom-made to clients' wishes, with clients having to wait for 3 months to see their orders produced for them. The E-Cruizer has a high-torque brushless motor that is powered by a 36-volt battery pack. The battery is equipped with a power management system that balances energy consumption. Charging time is approximately four hours, with a full charge offering a riding range of around 100 km. The E-Cruizer is a front-wheel drive bike and offers a top speed of 40 km/h. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Designer Electric Motorbikes:** Opportunity for designers to create unique and custom-made electric motorbikes with iconic and influential designs. - **High-torque Brushless Motors:** Opportunity for manufacturers to develop high-torque brushless motors for electric motorbikes with efficient power management systems. - **Short Charging Time and Long Riding Range:** Opportunity for battery and energy storage companies to create fast-charging and long-lasting batteries for electric motorbikes. ### Where This Applies - **Electric Vehicle Manufacturing:** Opportunity for electric vehicle manufacturers to incorporate unique and iconic designs in their electric motorbike offerings. - **Design and Customization Services:** Opportunity for design and customization firms to cater to the growing demand for unique and personalized electric motorbikes. - **Battery and Energy Storage:** Opportunity for battery and energy storage companies to develop innovative and efficient batteries for electric motorbikes with fast charging and long riding range capabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Inspired Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beachman.md) - [Electric Cruiser Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elektrik01.md) - [Redesigned Electric Race Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/64-street-spec-caf-racer.md) - [Angular Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecodryft.md) - [Classic Motocycle-Inspired Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-design-1.md) - [Motorcycle-Inspired Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dk400.md) - [Retro Bobber-Style E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maeving.md) - [Motorcycle-Inspired E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buxus-eva.md) - [Luxury Electric Bike Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-ce-02.md)