# Silent Eco Bikes Harley Davidsons Without the Sound By Going Like Sixty | Published 2008-09-22 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eco-bike-imitating-harley-without-the-sound References: [fishdesign.se](http://www.fishdesign.se/index.php?page=23) Bikers thrive on the sound and the fury of motorcycles. Whether it's the rump, rump, rump of a [Harley](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-motorcycle-concept1) V-Twin, or the eeeeeeeeeeeee of an [Asian crotch rocket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraviolette-shockwave), it's about the sound. So what are the chances that this [hybrid concept](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benda-p51) from Fish Design, without a "real" engine, will ever make an impression? Yes, it's a sweet design, but it will probably stay that way, unless some rockin' woofers can blast out a pre-recorded roar. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Electric Motorcycles:** Developing electric motorcycles that can generate a distinct sound to replace traditional engine noise. - **Sustainable Transportation:** Adopting eco-friendly transportation practices as an industry standard in order to reduce environmental impact. - **Sound Simulation Technology:** Creating sound simulation technology capable of recreating realistic engine sounds for electric motorcycles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Motorcycle Manufacturing:** Companies in this industry should invest in researching, developing, and producing electric motorcycles that reduce carbon footprint and still provide a unique experience. - **Automotive Tech:** Companies in this industry can create sound simulation technology as a replacement for traditional engine noise in electric vehicles. - **Green Energy:** Businesses that specialize in renewable energy should develop and distribute lightweight and efficient batteries that power these motorcycles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cyberpunk-Inspired Electric Motorcycle Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-motorcycle-concept1.md) - [Electric Cafe Racer Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyundai-ioniq-q.md) - [60s-Inspired Electric Superbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robert-turner.md) - [Engine Simulating Scooter Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/segway-engine-wireless-speaker.md) - [Electric Scooter Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harley-davidson-livewire.md) - [Sculptural Electric Motorcycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c6.md) - [High-Performance Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huge-moto-srx-concept-motorcycle.md) - [Music-Focused E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noordung-boombox.md) - [Hybrid Design Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spirit-electric-motorcycle.md)