• French motorcycle company Newron Motors announced a new design for a wooden, electric motorcycle.
  • The EV-1 charges fully in about 40 minutes and can go from 0-62 mph in three seconds.
  • The motorcycle is now available to preorder.
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Electric-powered vehicles are everywhere, from cars to yachts, and now motorcycles are in on sustainability, too. French company Newron Motors announced it is taking orders for a wooden electric motorcycle that has been called steampunk.

After the prototype debuted last year, it wasn’t clear if the company would ever actually create the EV-1. Other electric motorcycles are on the market, but this one has a unique look. The EV-1 is now available for preorder, although Newron has only committed to making 12 so far.

Here’s a closer look at the motorcycle.


The EV-1 is built around the large central battery pack.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

Besides being a necessary part of the motorcycle, the battery pack is also highlighted in the design that leaves it exposed.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

Designed for speed and sustainability, the wheels have ultra-light carbon rims for added agility.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

The lithium-ion battery can fully charge in 40 minutes.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmh, or 62 mph, in three seconds.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

The top speed is limited to 136 mph.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

A fully charged battery can power the EV-1 for up to 186 miles in the city, or about 136 miles on the highway.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

Newron’s app also gives drivers the ability to check the vehicle’s battery level and other settings, and share past ride information.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

The bike comes in a few finishes: ebony…

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

Oak…

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

Red Cedar…

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

…and White Ash.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

With a €2,000 (about $2,250) deposit, the bikes are fully customizable. Customers can add a passenger seat, footrests, and other specifications.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

Source: Newron Motors


The company estimates the final product will cost about €60,000, or $67,000, available starting in 2021.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

Those interested can find out more below.

Foto: Newron Motors EV-1. Source: Newron Motors

Preorder link