# Bare-Boned Motorcycles The E 100R is a Super Light Electric Bike By manzil | Published 2010-08-04 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-e-100r References: [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/bmw-e-100r-electric-motorcycle-concept-has-a-lightweight-frame-for-an-efficient-ride/) Miika Mahonen's The E 100R is a [lightweight electric motorcycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ponomarets-eidolon) designed for an efficient eco ride. The purpose of Mahonen's bike is to provide fun for those who love their bikes and this one is particular is targeted towards a larger audience at an extremely low cost. The main feature of The E 100R is the [light alley frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c6) which makes possible to ride in city roads, hill roads and even in racetracks. The bike is powered by 80 kw electric engine with [zero tailpipe emissions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wn7). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Lightweight Electric Motorcycles:** There is a growing demand for electric motorcycles that are specifically designed to be lightweight, low-cost, efficient, and eco-friendly. - **Minimalist Motorcycle Design:** There is an emerging trend of minimal and bare-boned motorcycle designs that prioritize simplicity, functionality, and affordability. - **Electric Racing Motorcycles:** There is a potential for electric motorcycles to disrupt the racing industry by providing a more eco-friendly and sustainable alternative to gasoline-powered motorcycles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Vehicle Industry:** There is a need for the electric vehicle industry to focus on designing and producing lightweight and low-cost electric motorcycles that cater to a larger audience. - **Motorcycle Manufacturing Industry:** There is a potential for disruptive innovation in the motorcycle manufacturing industry by embracing minimalist designs and prioritizing eco-friendly and sustainable features. - **Racing Industry:** There is a need for the racing industry to shift towards eco-friendly and sustainable alternatives such as electric motorcycles that can reduce their carbon footprint and environmental impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Lightweight Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightweight-electric-motorbike.md) - [Angular Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecodryft.md) - [Connected Eco Cafe Racers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebeta-electric-cafe-cruiser.md) - [Retro-Style Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rm1s.md) - [Affordable Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onyx-rcr.md) - [Naked Electric Motorbikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-electric-motorbikes.md) - [Retro Bobber-Style E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maeving.md) - [Neo-Classic Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oben-rorr-1.md) - [Lightweight Electric Motorcycles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adms-boxer.md)