# Reimagined Retro Motorcycles The Rapitan Motorcycle Brings Back the Bultaco Bike from the 80s By M | Published 2014-06-01 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rapitan References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/bultaco-rapitan-motorcycle/) & [bultaco.es](http://www.bultaco.es/en/bultaco-rapitan) The Rapitan bike by Italian company Bultaco hopes to revive the once well-known motor bike brand with this sleek, innovative and [retro motorcycle comeback](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suzuki-gsx8tt-motorcycle). The Bultaco Rapitan motorcycle offers adrenaline junkies the chance at an accelerating ride. The Rapitan boasts over 54-horsepower gearing up to a powerful 90-mph in just a matter of seconds. This dapper bike comes with several unique driving capabilities such as a [custom built-in ion battery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c6), an integrated charger and an [electric engine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraviolette-shockwave). Without a conventional gas engine, this bike actually offers the driver a more spacious drive and even a neat compartment to tuck their helmet away in. The stylish Transformer-like design of the Rapitan motorbike will make any driver feel like they're invincible. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 - **Revived Retro Motorcycles:** Retro motorcycles, especially those previously popular but no longer in production, are being brought back to life with the help of modern innovation. - **Electric Motorcycles:** The use of electric engines in motorcycles is being embraced as a viable alternative to traditional gas engines. - **Integrated Charging:** Motorcycles with integrated charging capabilities are emerging, providing a more seamless charging experience for electric motorcycle riders. ### Who This Affects Most - **Motorcycle Manufacturing:** Companies involved in motorcycle manufacturing could introduce revived versions of previously popular bikes using modern innovation to generate buzz and new sales. - **Green Transportation:** As the trend of using electric engines in motorcycles picks up pace, companies could position themselves in the green transportation industry by promoting their eco-friendly options. - **Electric Vehicle Charging:** As more electric motorcycles hit the streets, the demand for integrated charging capabilities will rise, creating opportunities for companies involved in the EV charging industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [60s-Inspired Electric Superbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robert-turner.md) - [Long-Range Motorcycle-Style Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raptee-t30.md) - [Retro-Inspired Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beachman.md) - [Retro-Inspired Electric Minibikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/antic-by-future-motion.md) - [Updated Electric Motor Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dab-1.md) - [Futuristic Motorbike Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-braun-motorbike.md) - [Redesigned Electric Race Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/64-street-spec-caf-racer.md) - [Modernized Retro Motorcycle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vagabund-yamaha-tnre.md) - [Retro Mini Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1969-dax-st125-minimotorcycle.md)