Hybrid motorcycles first emerged in the early 2000s, combining electric motors with traditional engines for optimal performance. Since then, the automotive industry has surged in electric models that eliminate loud exhausts or reduce unsafe emissions. Read on as we explore 15 electric motorcycles leading the charge in speed, agility, and eco-friendliness.  

Evoke Urban Classic

Top Speed: 87 MPH

With 90 minutes of charging, the Urban Classic can get up to 80% capacity and a city range of up to 155 miles to explore your city and surrounding areas without anxiety. Its 87 mph is sufficient for highway riding or keeping up with city traffic. The 3.3 kW onboard charger supports car charging station options for convenient recharge at home or public stations. Like its name, the Urban Classic sports a stylish modern design with clean lines and a comfortable seat. It also has modern safety features, including disc brakes and a Combi Brake System (CBS).

Voxan Wattman

Top Speed: 106 MPH

The Voxan Wattman became the fastest electric motorcycle in the world when Max Biaggi rode it at the Kennedy Space Center’s Launch and Landing Facility in November 2021. Unlike the speedster model with a 435 HP motor, this street-legal variant has a more subdued top speed of 106 mph, far below the record-holding 283 mph. It has a newly designed rigid aluminum frame, a conventional front suspension, and a rear wheel supported by a four-link design. Although its 12.8 kWh battery limits its range to 112 miles, the Fast Charging feature ensures it can return to the road faster.

LiveWire One

Top Speed: 110 MPH

Depending on conditions, the 15.4 kWh battery pack gives a city and highway range of 146 and 70 miles, respectively. The LiveWire One has a Revelation electric motor, delivering up to 100 HP and 113 Nm torque. Due to a high-voltage battery system that allows DC fast charging, you can top up the battery in 60 minutes and get a full charge in 11 hours through a 110V house outlet. The automaker fitted Brembo brakes to the bikes for solid stopping power. Then there’s the LiveWire Connect app for smartphone users who want features such as battery status monitoring.

Energica Experia

Top Speed: 112 MPH

As Europe’s first electric adventure touring motorcycle designed for long-distance comfort and exploration, the bike has a 22.5 kWh lithium-ion battery, the largest capacity in any Energica motorcycle. Its brand new Permanent Magnet Assisted Synchronous Reluctance Motor (PMASynRM) gives a peak power of 100.6 bhp so that riders can enjoy a top speed of 112 mph. Besides performance, it has about 112 liters of storage capacity in its top and side cases for cargo, plus an adjustable windscreen shielding the rider from wind and rain.

Arc Vector

Top Speed: 120 MPH

The Arc Vector, an electric motorcycle by British designers at Arc, stands out with groundbreaking features, especially the monocoque design and hub-center steering system. This exclusive hand-built bike has advanced features, including an Origin Jacket and an Arc Pilot System head-up display helmet. With a $117,000 price tag, it has a top speed of 271 mph and rapid acceleration. A CCS interface gives it a quick 40-minute charging for a combined range of 150 miles.

Davinci DC100

Top Speed: 124 MPH

This superbike has a rare reverse gear for easier maneuvering in tight spaces and uses regenerative braking to recover energy while slowing down. The DC100 also has a self-developed synchronous AC motor that produces a peak power of 135 HP. It packs over 200 advanced sensors that track lean angle, battery temperature, road conditions, and rider movement. As a modern upgrade, you can use the Davinci app to view riding data, vehicle, and battery status and even place your phone on the wireless charging pad.

Verge TS Ultra

Top Speed: 124 MPH

On a single charge, this bike has a speed of 124 mph, up to 233 miles in range, and is the most powerful motorcycle in Verge’s lineup. Its battery pack under the seat can charge within 25 minutes using a DC fast charger. Verge powers the TS Ultra with its electric motor, which produces 201 HP. Since the designers placed the motor in the rear wheel, it has a low center of gravity and improved handling. Regarding high-tech features, this bike has Verge’s Starmatter Vision system that projects information on obstacles and blind spots to the windshield after detecting them with cameras and radar.

Energica Eva Ribelle

Top Speed: 124 MPH

Available in the standard Eva Ribelle and the high-performance RS variant for buyers with different needs, it has a high-performance electric motorcycle with a sleek design. The Ribelle has an EMCE motor producing 149 HP, allowing it to reach 124 mph. Those who want more performance can get the RS version with 171 HP. This bike has a 21.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, providing up to 261 miles. Having a DC fast charger, this model is all riders need for a commute or weekend tour, as they can get up to 80% in just 40 minutes.

Zero SR/S

Top Speed: 124 MPH

When market demand shifted to high-performance electric bikes comfortable enough for everyday riding, Zero Motorcycles responded with the Zero SR/S. This model has a ZForce™ 75-10 motor producing 110 HP and 190 Nm torque. Its 14.4 kWh battery pack covers 161 miles in the city and 82 miles on highways. Besides its Rapid Charge System and 6.6 kW integrated charger, it has a friendly system that gives riders vital information about the motorcycle, including battery level, range, and ride modes.

Lightning Strike Carbon Edition

Top Speed: 150 MPH

True to its name, the Carbon Edition had a full carbon fiber bodywork that makes it lighter than the standard Strike model. Combined with a liquid-cooled AC induction motor capable of producing 120 HP, this weight reduction helps it reach 150 mph. One of the fastest on the market, the Strike Carbon Edition comes standard with a Level 3 DC fast charging system where riders can regain up to 80% of the battery charge relatively quickly.

Energica Ego+ RS

Top Speed: 150 MPH

A high-performance version of the Ego+ electric motorcycle, this cycle has modified software on the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) and an adjusted drivetrain for better acceleration. Because of a 21.5 kWh lithium-ion battery, this bike reaches an impressive top speed of 150 mph and up to 142 miles on a single charge. The battery pack is a technological marvel with a built-in “electrical brain” with sensors and electronics to monitor battery health constantly. It also has a unique cooling system that extends battery life and maintains performance even in hot weather.

Lightning Strike R

Top Speed: 160 MPH

If you prefer the agility of a 600cc supersport to a 1000cc beast, this is the right bike. Being less extreme than its larger counterpart, it has enough power for most riders. It can generate up to 180 HP at 12,000 rpm as a result of a Lightning Ultra Power Dense Axial Flux 380V liquid-cooled motor. Lightning’s dedication to high-performance supersport bikes ensures this model is reliable. 

Ducati MotoE V21L

Top Speed: 170 MPH

The bike is proof of the engineering expertise of Ducati Corse, the brand’s racing division. Despite being their first, only a few manufacturers can beat this superbike’s performance, looks, and Italian finesse. The MotoE V21L has a custom Ducati-designed electric motor that generates 150 HP due to a rotor and stator made with help from suppliers. The battery pack is equally impressive, with 1152 cylindrical cells providing enough juice to propel the bike at a speed of around 170 mph on tracks. However, the V21L is still a prototype racing machine for the MotoE World Championship, an electric motorcycle racing series.

Damon HyperSport Premier

Top Speed: 200 MPH

Earning a CES award for innovative safety features, this bike is a groundbreaking superbike by Canadian startup Damon Motorcycles. Aside from its impressive performance, it has the CoPilot advanced rider assistance system that uses a 360° sensor to detect potential hazards and warn riders through visual and audio alerts. Also, riders can SHIFT from a sports riding position to a more comfortable commuter mode with the push of a button. Deservedly, top-tier models have a starting price of $40,000 with a record-breaking 0-60 acceleration time and 200 miles of range.

Lightning LS-218

Top Speed: 218 MPH

Equipped with top-of-the-line components like Öhlins suspension and Brembo brakes, it offers exceptional riding, handling, and braking. A legendary electric motorcycle, the LS-218 holds the title of the world’s fastest street-legal production electric motorcycle since its debut in 2014. Achieving this record with a top speed exceeding 218 mph, it features a liquid-cooled 200 HP electric motor producing a whopping 228 Nm of torque. The lightweight, minimalist bodywork design reduces wind resistance and contributes to its incredible top speed.