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« Reply #1 on: May 09, 2012, 03:05:30 PM » |
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Great looking, can't wait for more distance!
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« Reply #2 on: May 09, 2012, 03:35:53 PM » |
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The six speed manual trans does make it unusual for an electric vehicle.
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« Reply #3 on: May 09, 2012, 04:06:59 PM » |
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Great looking, can't wait for more distance!
Maybe you can swap out the battery pack for the trip home.  |
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« Reply #4 on: May 09, 2012, 04:24:35 PM » |
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Again initial cost vs. gas M/C and limited range. AND it doesnt even have a charging system included as a read the article.
NO SALE for me.
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« Reply #5 on: May 09, 2012, 04:42:49 PM » |
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No, it doesn't charge itself like a Prius or other hybrid. It DOES connect to recharging power with the same port the Nissan Leaf uses.
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« Reply #6 on: May 09, 2012, 05:12:08 PM » |
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I don't believe the LA Harley dealer they are selling through allows any riders on the lot that don't rev their engines for at least 5 minutes after arrival (really the noise level at this particular dealer seems well above the other HD dealers I've been to). Harleys and electrics, don't see a lot of cross over traffic there. They don't seem to even be listing the brand on their web site. Guess if you buy one you will have to come in the back way.  |
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« Reply #7 on: May 09, 2012, 05:28:15 PM » |
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Great looking, can't wait for more distance!
Maybe you can swap out the battery pack for the trip home. A battery in every port...... |
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« Reply #8 on: May 09, 2012, 05:37:46 PM » |
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Again initial cost vs. gas M/C and limited range. AND it doesnt even have a charging system included as a read the article.
NO SALE for me.
MaxB
These are baby steps for the electric bike industry. Just think where they were only a few years ago. I won't be an early adopter but am intrigued where this technology is heading. |
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« Reply #9 on: May 10, 2012, 03:45:23 AM » |
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Again initial cost vs. gas M/C and limited range. AND it doesnt even have a charging system included as a read the article.
NO SALE for me.
MaxB
Right On Brother! This paragraph is very carefully worded, The company, based in Ashland, Ore., said the Empulse is capable of going at least 100 mph and as far as 121 miles per charge in city riding. Which doesn't say how far it will go on average highway riding. If I can't take it on a 100 to 140 mile lunch ride. Forget it! (can't find the thumbs down icon) |
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