ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLE FROM INDIA

Hero Ultra Advanta

Hero Ultra- the joint venture between Hero Group's company Hero Exports Private Ltd (HE) and UK-based Ultra Motor Company (UMC)- has come up with Advanta with number of advantages as an Electric Two Wheeler. Hero Ultra Advanta wears a new kind of stance with fresh styling work in handle bar, indicator lights and color finish that seems attractive in first look. Powered with a 250 watts Ultra motor Hero Ultra Advanta has an alternative pulling option of Pedal which, due to the light weight of Electric Bike, works effortlessly.

Teamed with a 36 V/15 AH sealed lead acid battery, Advanta is capable of delivering 45 Km of range after a single charge. Advanta offers a convenient storage space near the switch at front and a grille attached with the seat at rear. Available with an attractive price tag between Rs. 15,000-20,000 and host of user and environment friendly features, Hero Ultra Advanta is like a treat for young riders and a god thing to show off.

Company Name	Segment	Motor Power & Range
Hero Ultra	Electric Scooter	250 Watts 45 Km Per Charge

Striking Features of Hero Ultra Advanta

• Wearing a refreshing looks Advanta gives a stylish stance
  
• Power of 250 watts motor is assisted with Pedal pulling option
  
• Light weight body structure
  
• Delivers 45 Km after a single charge
  
• Large Alloy wheels with stylish rims
  
• Convenient storage space
  
• Ease of handling with better road grip
  

Available Color of Hero Ultra Advanta

• Cream
  

Price of Hero Ultra Advanta

Boasting the hallmark features of cost, mileage and fuel advantage Hero Ultra Advanta is available for sale with a price tag between Rs. 15,000-20,000

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Technical Specifications of Hero Ultra Advanta

Speed	25 kmph
Range	45 km/charge
Vehicle weight	50kg
Recommended Load Capacity	75 kgs
Battery type	Sealed Lead Acid
Operating voltage	36 V
Battery capacity	15 AH
Charger Type	36 V, 2 A
Motor Power	<250>
Pedal transmission	Yes
Wheel size	16" x 2.125"
Wheel Type	Alloy

Green Motorcycles Are Here

In my never ending task of looking for a job in California’s Bay Area, I came across a company that caught my attention. It is a company called Zero Motorcycles located in Scott’s Valley, near Santa Cruz. Since I don’t have the qualifications for the job opening they had, I checked out their website and found that they really have a cool idea here.

The Zero Motorcycle is an electric bike. It is powered by a Lithium Ion battery pack made by Emoli, which is developed for regular landfill disposal. This solves the problem of a lot of ‘green’ vehicles who still have the problem of battery disposal. The Zero’s battery charges in 2 hours, and will take you about 40 miles. The weight of the battery pack is about 45 lbs. making the total bike (Zero X) weigh only 140 lbs.
The company’s first offering is the Zero X, marketed as a dirt bike. It is completely silent, which would be really cool if you were off-road in the woods. It would also be a great commuter around town. The bike cost around $7500 now, with the option of a more powerful German motor giving 10% more power for $8350. The next release will be a street bike called the Zero S, and in 2009 the Zero Way is slated to be released.

The bikes have been selling online since Jan. ’08, and already have backorders. They are seeking to expand their manufacturing facility to try to keep up with orders which are increasing exponentially. You can have a Zero motorcycle shipped to your home for a very reasonable price.
A surprising fact is that in CA and 17 other states, you don’t even need a motorcycle endorsement to ride the Zero on the street. Since it doesn’t have a gas powered engine, there is an intentional loophole in the law. The motor has about 20 horsepower, which is on par with a 250cc bike. As long as you ride over to the right of the lane, as a bicycle would, you are legal.

I was excited when I found out about the Zero motorcycle and the future development of this company. I think they have the right idea and the possibilities are limitless. Using developing technology we could someday be riding electric Harleys. (Well, maybe not)
You will probably be hearing more about this company in the future.