Evolution
A blank-slate creation from a hive of San Francisco-based engineers, visionaries and entrepreneurs.
Rivals
Mavizen TTX02, Roehr eSuperbike and the yet-to-be released Brammo Empulse and MotoCzysz e1pc.
| TECH SPEC |
| Price |
$68,995 |
| Motor type |
Brushless three-phase AC induction |
| Battery |
Lithium-ion polymer pouch |
| Battery capacity |
14 kWh, 400V peak |
| Clutch |
na |
| Transmission |
Direct drive |
| Claimed horsepower |
136 bhp @ 6500 rpm |
| Claimed torque |
115 lb.-ft. |
| Frame |
Tubular-steel trellis |
| Front suspension |
43mm Öhlins fork with adjustable |
|
spring preload, compression and |
|
rebound damping |
| Rear suspension |
Öhlins shock with adjustable |
|
spring preload, high/low-speed |
|
compression and rebound damping |
| Front brake |
Dual ISR six-piston calipers, 310mm discs |
| Rear brake |
ISR two-piston caliper, 280mm disc |
| Front tire |
120/70ZR-17 Michelin Power One |
| Rear tire |
190/55ZR-17 Michelin Power One |
| Rake/trail |
23.5°/3.8 in. |
| Seat height |
30.3 in. |
| Wheelbase |
57.3 in. |
| Claimed wet weight |
525 lbs. |
| Color |
Black |
| Available |
Spring 2011 |
| Warranty: |
24-mo., unlimited mi. |
Contact
Mission Motor Company
2255 3rd. St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
www.ridemission.com
Verdict: 3.5 stars out of 5
Thrilling and exhilarating, as any superbike should be, electric or otherwise