# Automatic First-Time Motorcycles The Kalk Electric Motorbike Was Made Just for Beginners By Madison Mackay | Published 2018-06-07 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kalk-electric-motorbike References: [gearpatrol](https://gearpatrol.com/2018/06/06/cake-kalk-motorcycle-review/) & [ridecake](https://ridecake.com/shop/bikes/kalk/) Sweden-based motorcycle company [Cake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-electric-motorbikes) released the new [Kalk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cake-work-series-bikes) Electric Motorbike, a high-end auto option for adventure seekers. The new bike was designed to be the perfect first-time motorcycle for beginners with an easy-to-use system. The brand utilized an automatic transmission without a clutch to make it simple to ride, without lacking power or speed. Built for [light off-road performance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-offroad-motorcycles), the IPM motor was added for torque and range to easily control with dynamic performance. With a high-end and lightweight body, the bike offers specialized tires to minimize wear with ultimate performance. The Kalk Electric Motorbike from Cake is currently on a waitlist for purchase because of popularity, for a light and entertaining ride with a focus on trail riding. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Automatic First-time Motorcycles:** The Kalk Electric Motorbike offers an easy-to-use system without a clutch, making it ideal for beginners. - **High-end Auto Options for Adventure Seekers:** Cake's Kalk Electric Motorbike provides power and speed while catering to first-time riders. - **Light Off-road Performance Motorbikes:** The Kalk Electric Motorbike combines torque, range, and lightweight design for optimal off-road performance. ### Who This Affects Most - **Motorcycle Manufacturing:** Motorcycle companies can explore automatic transmission systems and lightweight designs for beginner-friendly motorcycles. - **Electric Vehicle Industry:** Electric vehicle companies can develop high-end motorcycles with specialized features for adventure seekers. - **Outdoor Recreation and Sports:** Companies in the outdoor recreation industry can create motorbikes suitable for light off-road performance and trail riding. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-electric-motorbikes.md) - [All-Electric Off-Road Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bukk.md) - [Configurable Utility Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utility-motorcycle.md) - [Spacious Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cake-osa.md) - [Stylish Youth-Friendly Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aprilia-electrica-concept.md) - [Young Rider-Focused E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-sx-e-3.md) - [Cutting-Edge Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/te1.md) - [Child-Sized Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eftr-mini.md) - [Industrial Electric Bike Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cake-work-series-bikes.md)