Husqvarna E-Pilen Concept
Husqvarna Motorcycles has confirmed the next stage in its long-rumoured plan to develop electric models with an E-Pilen Concept inspired by the design of the successful Vitpilen and Svartpilen models - offering a "a tantalising vision of what its future move into electric urban mobility will look like".
The company says that "the current Husqvarna Motorcycles street range is already known for being progressive, smart, dynamic and purely design oriented. These values will continue to be hallmarks of the E-mobility line. The E-Pilen Concept is a clear statement of that intent.
"With a power output of 8 kW and a range of 100 km, the E-Pilen Concept has clearly been developed with the urban commuter and leisure rider in mind, with a range that maximises the time between battery charges."
Husqvarna says it is keeping an "open approach" to all battery opportunities while it continues to explore both fixed and swappable solutions. Through its parent company PIERER Mobility, a battery development partnership was announced recently with fellow Austrian manufacturer VARTA and, through sister-brand KTM, participation with Piaggio, Honda and Yamaha in the Swappable Battery Consortium.
"The E-Pilen Concept features a modular and swappable battery system allowing the power pack to be exchanged, extending the appeal and utility of electric motorcycles to those considering the switch.
"It has always been the aim of Husqvarna Motorcycles to develop new products accessible to the broadest possible spectrum of riders. The E-mobility range will retain and continue the riding pleasure and dynamics refined through the long history and experience of the brand. In support of the E-mobility initiative, Husqvarna Motorcycles will strategically expand its dealer presence in urban and metropolitan areas."
Husqvarna says that "development of the E-mobility range is already well-advanced" and that further information will be released "in the near future".
