This new electric bicycle is built on the platform of Lightning LS 218 and is equipped with Arcimoto’s patented tilt tricycle technology. It is expected to set the record for the fastest tricycle in Bonneville.
Arcimoto and Lightning Motorcycles began to develop the world’s fastest electric three-wheel tilt motorcycle. Credit: Asimoto
Arcimoto and Lightning Motorcycles began to develop the world’s fastest electric three-wheel tilt motorcycle. Credit: Asimoto
Eugene, Oregon–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Arcimoto, Inc.® (NASDAQ: FUV) is a fun, affordable and super efficient The manufacturer of electric vehicles announced today that the goal of its collaboration with Lightning Motorcycles is to use its patented Tilting Motor Works TRiO tilting tricycle technology to develop the world’s fastest tilting tricycle (gasoline or electric).
“From the moment I met Richard Hatfield in Bonneville and saw Lightning with my own eyes, I knew it was possible to create an electric tricycle that was different from anything in motorcycle history,” said Bob Mighell, Arcimoto’s chief tilt officer. He himself broke the land speed record for a tricycle in a motorcycle speed test held in Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah in 2013. “This will be the first time that we have equipped an electric bicycle with a TRiO kit, and of course it will not be the last, because we are moving towards a sustainable future faster than ever.”
The Lightning SuperBike set the record for the fastest production motorcycle (electric or other) in the world. The official SCTA world record was 215.960 mph, and it set the best of 218.637 mph in Bonneville during Speedweek in 2011. Timed operation. The estimated cost of the record-breaking operation entirely by solar energy is only 8 cents.
“As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-performance electric motorcycles, we are pleased to bring our technology and expertise into the cooperation with Arcimoto in the three-wheeled market. Richard Hatfield, founder and CEO of Lightning Motorcycles, said: “Our proprietary The integration of technologies, the market adoption of electric vehicles, and the widely recognized environmental benefits of clean energy advancement make now an excellent time to bring these vehicles to the mass market. “Our vision is to see Lightning’s electric motorcycles serve the world’s Novices and experienced riders provide performance-oriented and environmentally friendly transportation, as well as adrenaline-inspiring fun. This collaboration expands our vision. It is an honor to work with’Bonneville Bob Mighell’ to create the first electric bike equipped with TRiO He has proven throughout his career that tricycles can and should fly.”
Arcimoto’s tilt motor factory TRiO is the leading tilt three-wheel conversion kit for touring motorcycles. TRiO allows the rider to lean naturally, maintaining performance and riding pleasure, while improving safety, stability and confidence. The TRiO kit can be enhanced with the TiltLock leveling system, allowing the bicycle to stand on its own when encountering traffic lights or traffic jams.
Arcimoto founder and CEO Mark Frohnmayer said: “This kind of collaboration can only happen between the two legendary speed demons in Bonneville.” “Although checkered performance has never been part of Arcimoto’s narrative, it proves our inclination. The ridiculous speed of tricycle technology will make us and our customers more at ease, because our future micro-mobility solutions are stable under the most demanding conditions. In addition, the first use of TRiO for electric motorcycles is fully in line with Arcimoto’s promotion of sustainability, Mission of emission-free mobility.”
The prototype cooperative tricycle is expected to be unveiled at the “FUV and Friends Summer Showcase” at Portland International Circuit on July 26. To request tickets, please send an email to summershowcase@arcimoto.com. Pricing and availability of the TRiO kit for Lightning LS 218 will be announced later.
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Lightning Motorcycles produces high-performance and high-quality electric motorcycles. Lightning products have been proven in the competition with the world’s best gasoline motorcycles, and combined this innovation and experience to provide a combination of performance, price and rider experience, enabling Lightning to promote the mainstream adoption of electric motorcycles. Lightning is currently producing two platforms at the company’s facility in Hollister, California, and is preparing to expand production and expand its product line to several additional platforms to respond to the global market. For more information, please visit LightningMotorcycle.com.
Tilting Motor Works was founded by Bob Mighell, whose mission is to create a tilting three-wheeled motorcycle that improves safety and stability without compromising performance. Arcimoto acquired Tilting Motor Works this year to accelerate the deployment of truly sustainable micro-mobile solutions to the world.
Arcimoto (NASDAQ: FUV) develops and manufactures ultra-efficient and affordable electric vehicles to help the world shift to a sustainable transportation system. Arcimoto FUV® is now available to booking customers in California, Oregon, Washington and Florida. It is designed for daily driving, transforming ordinary travel into pure electric driving. Deliverator® and Rapid Responder™ can be used for reservations, providing last-mile delivery and emergency response functions, respectively, and their cost and environmental impact are only a small part of traditional gasoline-powered vehicles. Two other concept prototypes based on the versatile Arcimoto platform are currently being developed: Cameo™, aimed at the film and influencer industries; and Roadster, aimed at becoming the ultimate road fun machine. Every Arcimoto car is manufactured at the Arcimoto manufacturing plant in Eugene, Oregon. For more information, please visit Arcimoto.com.
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Arcimoto and Lightning Motorcycles begin to develop the world’s fastest electric three-wheel tilt motorcycle