NEC Show: World’s first electric superbike unveiled
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The TTX01 has been designed to take part in the world’s first emissions-free grand prix for motorbikes on the Isle of Man’s TT
This is the first prototype of the world’s first electric road legal bike.
The TTX01 has been unveiled at the 2008 NEC Bike Show by a team of British engineers and is due to go in to production in limited numbers next year.
It has been designed to take part in the world’s first emissions-free grand prix for motorbikes on the Isle of Man’s TT road circuit next year.
Its performance is therefore far from shabby. It will achieve 0-60mph in 3.5 seconds and has a top speed of 125mph – enough to give most road bikes a run for their money.
It operates on two battery powered- electric motors producing about 86bhp. It uses a Suzuki GSX750 chassis and running gear, but the full production model will be made from lightweight carbon composite materials.
It is expected to cost around £20,000.
