KTM introduce the new revolutionary motorcycle product. Its KTM Freeride, a moto cross with electric motor technology. This motor was launch at th Tokyo Motorcycle Show 2010. This motor will be used as a basis to the future development of environmentally friendly motorcycle.
This sporty electric motor will be sale at starting price of $13,500. This new KTM Freeride can produce 30bhp and 33lb/ft of torque while weighing in at 198.4lbs. This motor is a prove to the world of motorcycle that moto cross can also use electric power to compete. If you were holding your breath for the unveiling, you can thank German mag Motorrad for breaking the photos early. As we can see now, the supermoto and enduro versions differ quite extensively, despite sharing a frame and power-train. The unique single crown fork protruding from a BMX-like handlebar and headtube combination holding a single headlight certainly set the slick-tired version apart from its knobby clad counterpart.
Though the final specifications for the battery has not been determined, KTM is currently using a battery that supports about an hour’s worth of mixed offroad riding, and can be fully charged in 90 minutes. The battery is removable and can be charged on its own or while installed in the motorcycle. KTM says the current battery allows for 500 recharges.
