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Ukraine officially adopts new electric motorcycle for military use

Ukraine officially adopts new electric motorcycle for military use

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Ukraine has officially approved a new electric motorcycle for use by its armed forces, highlighting the growing role that battery-powered two-wheelers are playing in modern military operations. According to local media, the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense recently announced that the domestically produced Wolfstorm electric motorcycle has been codified and approved for military service. The bike is designed as a lightweight, two-person transport platform capable of carrying soldiers and equipment across difficult terrain. According to the ministry, motorcycles have become some of the most valuable vehicles on the front lines, second only to pickup trucks. Their ability to quickly move personnel and supplies through areas with damaged infrastructure or limited road access has made them increasingly important for reconnaissance, logistics, and rapid-response missions. Spec sheet translated by Google (i.e. interpret “Maca” as mass and “Occasion” as transmission method The Wolfstorm weighs 105 kg (231 lb) and is powered by an 8 kW mid-drive electric motor mounted in the center of the frame for improved balance and off-road capability. The bike can reach speeds of up to …

Harley-Davidson’s electric motorcycle spinoff LiveWire just entered the dirt bike market

Harley-Davidson’s electric motorcycle spinoff LiveWire just entered the dirt bike market

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There’s a new player entering the electric dirt bike market, though the name behind it will already be familiar to many riders. LiveWire, the electric motorcycle brand originally launched by Harley-Davidson, announced today that it has acquired the assets of electric off-road startup Dust Moto. The move marks LiveWire’s first major acquisition and signals a significant expansion beyond its current lineup of street-focused electric motorcycles. While LiveWire has spent the last several years building out its electric on-road offerings with bikes like the Del Mar and Mulholland, the company now appears ready to chase the booming electric dirt bike segment. That market has seen explosive growth in recent years thanks to lightweight, high-performance electric off-road bikes from companies like Stark Future on the premium side and smaller, more affordable imports like Sur Ron, Talaria, and others attracting everyone from motocross riders to suburban teenagers. According to LiveWire, the acquisition will help push Dust Moto’s electric dirt bike platform toward production faster by combining Dust’s off-road expertise with LiveWire’s engineering, manufacturing, and distribution capabilities. Advertisement – …

Western media is blowing Royal Enfield’s electric motorcycle launch

Western media is blowing Royal Enfield’s electric motorcycle launch

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There’s a strange pattern emerging in Western coverage of Royal Enfield’s upcoming electric motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6. And if you’ve been following the story closely, it’s getting harder to ignore. First, it was the range claims. When Royal Enfield finally dropped the full specs last week, I seemed to be one of the only voices raising an eyebrow at what looked like an extremely optimistic range figure for such a small, lightweight urban electric motorcycle. And I shouldn’t have been the only one, since it was simply a matter of basic math and a bare minimum of experience with similar bikes that could have told anyone that Royal Enfield’s range ratings were twice as high as they should have been for real-world operation. Yet much of the Western motorcycle media largely repeated the claims without much scrutiny. Now we’re seeing the same thing happen again, this time with the revealing of the bike’s sticker price and claims of ‘astonishing’ pricing. Advertisement – scroll for more content The bike launched last week in its domestic …

Royal Enfield launches first electric motorcycle with shocking specs

Royal Enfield launches first electric motorcycle with shocking specs

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Royal Enfield has officially launched its first electric motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6, marking a major milestone for one of the world’s most iconic motorcycle brands as it steps into the electric era. Launched for sale today in India, the Flying Flea C6 is positioned as a lightweight, premium urban electric motorcycle with a mix of modern tech and retro-inspired design. With a local price of 279,000 INR (approximately US $3,000), it’s more than a couple bucks above some domestic electric scooters and the gasoline-powered light motorcycles it intends to displace, but marks a significant moment at the start of Royal Enfield’s electrification journey. And while the new bike brings plenty to the table, there’s one spec that’s already sparking debate. Advertisement – scroll for more content Let’s start with what we know. Feature-wise, Royal Enfield didn’t hold back. The bike includes ride modes (including a customizable “Individual” mode), traction control, cornering ABS, a touchscreen TFT display with smartphone connectivity, Google-powered navigation, and even wireless phone charging. The design is also a standout, with a …

VinFast prepares to enter the world’s largest motorcycle market

VinFast prepares to enter the world’s largest motorcycle market

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Vietnamese EV maker VinFast is setting its sights on a major new frontier: India’s massive two-wheeler market. After already laying groundwork for its electric car business in the country, the company is now preparing to launch a lineup of electric scooters as part of a broader push into India’s fast-growing EV sector. VinFast has confirmed that it plans to bring three of its existing electric scooters – the Evo, Feliz, and Viper – to India, marking its initial entry into the segment. These models are already sold in Vietnam and will be adapted for Indian riding conditions and usage patterns. Early units are expected to arrive as completely knocked down (CKD) kits assembled locally at VinFast’s plant in Tamil Nadu, with longer-term plans pointing toward deeper localization and full-scale manufacturing, according to local media. The scooters themselves span a range of performance and use cases. The Evo is positioned as a lightweight urban commuter with a modest 2.25 kW hub motor, dual 2.4 kWh battery packs, and a top speed of around 70 km/h (43 …

VinFast installing 150,000 electric motorcycle battery swap stations

VinFast installing 150,000 electric motorcycle battery swap stations

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VinFast is making a bold push to electrify two-wheeled transport in Vietnam, with plans for a nationwide expansion of its electric scooter lineup alongside an ambitious battery swapping network that could reshape how riders think about charging. The Vietnamese automaker has already announced its plans to deploy up to 150,000 battery swapping stations across all provinces in the country, creating one of the largest such networks in the world. The rollout is currently underway, with thousands of stations already installed in major metropolitan areas like Ho Chi Minh City. That’s a staggering scale – potentially far denser than traditional gas station networks – and it highlights VinFast’s strategy of eliminating one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption: charging time. Alongside the infrastructure push, VinFast introduced new versions of its electric scooters designed specifically for battery swapping. These models use dual removable battery packs, each with a capacity of 1.5 kWh, offering up to around 85 km (53 miles) of range per battery under standard conditions. Advertisement – scroll for more content Instead of owning …

Music world rocked as country star Ronnie Bowman, 64, dies following horror motorcycle accident

Music world rocked as country star Ronnie Bowman, 64, dies following horror motorcycle accident

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Bluegrass legend and country singer Ronnie Bowman passed away on March 22, aged 64, following a horrific motorcycle crash in Ashland City. The “Matterhorn” singer died from his injuries in Vanderbilt Hospital in Tennessee a day after the crash, and is survived by his wife, Garnet, and his daughter, Chassidy. “Ronnie was beloved by so many in our music community, whom he loved so dearly…and we are beyond grateful for all of the love & outpouring toward us already,” read a statement from the musician’s family. “Right now, as we process, we just covet your prayers. We have no words at this time, but thank you and graciously request that you honor our privacy while we try to put our heads around this and grieve.” © Getty Images for BMIRonnie passed away on March 22 in Nashville The North Carolina native, born William Franklin Bowman, rose to fame in the ’90s as a member of the Lonesome River Band, and also gained recognition for his solo work and songwriting skills. He won several International Bluegrass …

Ronnie Bowman death: Bluegrass music legend dies in motorcycle crash aged 64

Ronnie Bowman death: Bluegrass music legend dies in motorcycle crash aged 64

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Get the inside track from Roisin O’Connor with our free weekly music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This Get our free music newsletter Now Hear This Ronnie Bowman, a country music and bluegrass legend, has died. He was 64. Bowman was hurt in a motorcycle crash Saturday in Ashland City, Tennessee. He died from his injuries at the hospital Sunday afternoon, according to Bluegrass Today. He is survived by his wife, singer Garnet Imes Bowman, and their daughter Chassidy Bowman. The songwriter’s manager did not immediately return The Independent’s request for comment. Bowman’s career spanned 45 years, starting when he joined bluegrass band The Los and Found in 1987. Bluegrass legend Ronnie Bowman, pictured with his wife Garnet, has died at age 64 (Getty Images) He earned acclaim performing as a member of the Lonesome River Band from 1990 through 2021, and was well known for his six solo albums. His 1994 album Cold Virginia Night won Album of the Year as well as Song of the Year from …

Honda’s new full-size electric motorcycle expecting deliveries soon

Honda’s new full-size electric motorcycle expecting deliveries soon

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Honda’s upcoming WN7 electric motorcycle may have just picked up a prestigious Gold iF Design Award, but the real story here is more than the accolades it’s what the bike represents for the future of mainstream electric motorcycles from legacy manufacturers. For years, electric motorcycles have struggled with an identity problem. Many leaned too far into futuristic, almost alien-looking designs, while others awkwardly tried to mimic gas bikes with fake tanks and unnecessary styling cues. Honda seems to have taken a different approach with the WN7: just build a good motorcycle, and let the electric bits fit naturally. And that might be exactly why it’s getting attention. Officially launched for pre-order late last year, the WN7 looks more like a proper naked bike, albeit still a bit futuristic. The stance is familiar, the proportions are balanced, and it carries a silhouette that wouldn’t feel out of place next to Honda’s own CB-series streetfighters. But look closer, and you start to see how differently it’s been engineered. Advertisement – scroll for more content Instead of hiding …