TECH SPEC With aggressive, sport-oriented chassis geometry, top-quality suspension, and streetfighter-like ergonomics, the Empulse R can hustle through curves. With aggressive, sport-oriented chassis geometry, top-quality suspension, and streetfighte EVOLUTION Chassis and engine technology borrowed from Brammo’s TTXGP racer, cloaked in streetfighter styling, and finished with the first Integrated Electric Transmission. RIVALS Zero S TECH Price$18,995 Motor typel-c permanent-magnet AC (PMAC) Motor controllerSevcon Gen 4 BatteryBrammo Power BPM15/90 lithium ion, 252 cells Battery capacity9.3 kWh (nominal)/10.2 kWh (max) Battery voltage103.6 V (nominal) ClutchWet, multi-plate Transmission6-speed Claimed horsepower54.0 bhp @ 8200 rpm Claimed torque60.5 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm FrameAluminum twin-spar Front suspensionMarzocchi 43mm fork with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping Rear suspensionSachs shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping Front brakeDual Brembo four-piston calipers, 310mm discs Rear brakeBrembo two-piston caliper, 220mm disc Front tire120/70ZR-17 Avon AV79 Rear tire180/55ZR-17 Avon AV80 Rake/trail24°/3.8 in. Seat height31.5 in. Wheelbase58.0 in. Claimed Range121 city/56 highway/77 combined Recharge time8 hrs. (Level 1)/3.5 hrs. (Level 2) Claimed curb weight470 lbs. ColorEclipsed Black, True Blood Red, White Noise AvailableNow Warranty24 mo., unlimited mi. ContactBrammo 550 Clover Lane Ashland, OR 97520 541.552.0414 www.brammo.com VERDICT 4 out of 5 stars Six speeds, serious acceleration, credible top speed, and (almost) real-world range make this the most dynamic and exciting eBike yet. « | 1 | 2 | 3 | » | View Full Article By Aaron Frank Enjoyed this Post? Subscribe to our RSS Feed, or use your favorite social media to recommend us to friends and colleagues!
