Motorcycle specifications EnergicaExperia 2022 E-trail approaching

We didn't see this one coming. The first full-electric trail bike has arrived on the market - but it's not a major player who's responsible. Neither Honda nor BMW, nor any of the other brands that account for 90% of sales, are behind the EXPERIA. We owe this exclusivity to the small Italian manufacturer Energica. The same company that supplies the sportbikes in the MotoE championship.

After all, trail bikes are more fashionable than ever. So this is the place to be. But how to stand out from the crowd? No problem for the Expéria, the only one to be powered by electrons. The brand's eco-friendly approach is reflected in its "Green Tourer" moniker. Let's not reopen the eternal debate on the mitigated carbon footprint of E.V.s, but let's focus on what the Italian tourer has to offer.

First and foremost, power. The electric block delivers 80 hp continuously and 102 hp at peak. Torque is more convincing, at 11.7 Nm - the value of a good 1100 cc. That's less muscle than the manufacturer's other models. To better match the trail spirit?
Energica limits the top speed here to 180 km/h, but preserves the spirited acceleration: the Experia takes just 3.5 seconds to reach 100 km/h.

It' s important to note that this bike is a brand-new model, not only on the market but also for the manufacturer. It is not based on either the Eva roadster or the sporty Ego. The frame is a novel combination of aluminum plates and tubular steel trellis, as on the MV-Agusta. The motor and battery are also new and lighter. Maximum battery capacity is 22.5 kWh. A quick-charge station can recharge it to 80% in 40 minutes.

The Expéria boasts a touring range of up to 400 km. A record in itself, but one that needs to be put into perspective. For extra-urban driving, the range plummets to 208 km. This is about the same range as a conventional petrol model, but.... As always, it's a question of time spent at the pump, network coverage, etc...
And weight too. A battery is always very heavy. This machine weighs in at 260 kilos. But unlike Energica's more aggressive models, this weight is less of a shock and almost "normal" for this type of bike.

the road isn't just about watts. It's also about riding. On this new frame, Energica has installed all-round adjustable Sachs suspension, a fork and shock absorber with 150 mm of travel, Brembo 4-piston brake calipers biting 330 mm discs (great for braking) and 17-inch spoked wheels. So, forget off-roading right away, even if the tires are Pirelli Scorpion Trail II with a slight road/track feel; you'll be more attracted to dynamic driving on asphalt tongues.

There's no shortage of equipment on the Expéria. In addition to an adjustable bubble and storage space in the false fuel tank with two USB ports, there's an impressive array of electronics, including a 5-inch TFT screen, 6-level traction control, active ABS when cornering, cruise control, 7 driving modes (Eco - Urban - Rain - Sport - 3 customizable), 4 levels of brake energy recovery, reverse gear and two further USB sockets near the dashboard.
The launch model, dubbed the "Launch Edition", will feature side cases and a top case for a total of 112 liters of storage space, as well as heated handles.

Orders for the Energica Expéria start in June, but it won't arrive until autumn. The advertised price is exclusive of tax - so, with 20% more here, the 30-plate mark has been passed.

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