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Zero Drops Dirt-Ready XE and XB with Sub-$5K Entry Point
Zero Motorcycles has officially announced the pricing for its long-anticipated electric dirt bikes—the 2025 Zero XE and XB—and it’s clear the California-based brand is serious about carving out a place in the off-road segment. Zero XE These two models mark a deliberate expansion beyond Zero’s road-focused line-up, aimed squarely at riders who want trail-capable performance without petrol, noise, or oil changes. With competition heating up from brands like Stark Future, Sur-Ro

Paul Roberts
Aug 5, 20253 min read


Norton Pulls the Plug on Project Zen — What’s Next for Electric Superbikes?
The UK’s iconic Norton Motorcycles recently made a surprising announcement: they’re cancelling their ambitious electric superbike...

Paul Roberts
Aug 4, 20252 min read


Sol Motors' Pocket Rocket: The Lightweight E-Moto That’s Hard to Ignore
Credit Sol Motors Sol Motors , the German firm known for its minimalist design ethos and urban mobility focus, is back on the radar with...

Paul Roberts
Jul 31, 20254 min read


Time to Void the Warranty: Enter the Bike Shed
We’re pulling out the wrenches, cracking open the wire strippers, and kicking off something brand new here at Buck City Biker: The BCB Bike Shed

Paul Roberts
Jul 27, 20254 min read


Zero Extends “Go Electric” Campaign Through 30 September 2025
Zero Motorcycles has announced that its popular Go Electric promotion has been extended through 30 September 2025, meaning that significant discounts on 2022, 2023, and 2024 model-year bikes will remain available across multiple markets.

Paul Roberts
Jul 25, 20252 min read


ONYX RCR 80V: A Strong Step Forward for the Cult‑Favourite E‑Moto Brand
ONYX Motors has never tried to cater to the mainstream—and that’s part of its charm. Their retro-futurist styling, minimalist build,...

Paul Roberts
Jul 23, 20253 min read


Energica: Saved (Again!) – High‑Performance Italian Dreams Revived
Once more, the famed Italian electric motorcycle brand has dodged the final curtain. Energica , Modena-based pioneer of premium electric superbikes, entered bankruptcy in October 2024, but has just been saved. A group of Singapore-based investors has stepped in, placing a significant deposit to take over the brand. If the judicial sale completes (expected within 60 days), the original team will be entrusted with rebooting operations and supporting existing owners. Energica Eg

Paul Roberts
Jul 22, 20253 min read


Mangosteen Muscles Up: M1Ps Gets Bigger Wheels and Bigger Plans
Mangosteen (aka Rooder or Eahora, depending on where you’re shopping) is keeping the momentum going with its flagship chopper-style electric motorcycle, the M1Ps. For fans of the low-slung cruiser look—with a healthy dose of electric punch—there’s good news across the board.

Paul Roberts
Jul 18, 20255 min read


Small Bikes, Big Questions: LiveWire Wants Your Feedback
LiveWire just surprised attendees at the July 2025 Harley‑Davidson Homecoming in Milwaukee with two compact electric prototypes—a street version and an off-road/trail sibling—blazing into new territory for the brand. These aren’t just concept sketches; both machines are thoughtfully engineered and already gathering attention from the e‑moto crowd.

Paul Roberts
Jul 18, 20252 min read


Origins of the Electric Motorcycle: A Brief History Lesson
When most people think of electric motorcycles, they picture sleek, modern machines like the Insork EM77 , Aokee ER6 or the Yadea Kemper...

Paul Roberts
Jul 15, 20255 min read


Scooters That Just Work: Benzina Zero’s Approach
If you haven’t come across Benzina Zero yet, don’t worry—you’re not alone. While major names in the electric motorcycle world jostle for attention, Benzina Zero has been quietly building an impressive track record from its base in Brisbane, Australia. Benzina Zero Duo Founded in 2019, Benzina Zero (Italian for "zero fuel") has taken a grounded approach to the light electric two-wheeler category. Rather than competing in the high-performance or adventure segments, they’ve foc

Paul Roberts
Jul 10, 20254 min read


Shift Happens: Meet Matter, India’s new Entry into the E-Moto Game
As you know, we're always on the lookout for exciting and new products in the e-moto scene. To that end, here’s a name worth adding to your mental garage: Matter . Matter Aera This Ahmedabad-based Indian start-up is drawing attention with the 'Aera', a geared electric motorcycle that blends old-school shifting with modern tech. Who’s Matter? Matter was founded in 2019 in Ahmedabad, India, with a sharp focus on combining hardware innovation and software-driven energy solutions

Paul Roberts
Jul 7, 20253 min read


The Great Electric Motorcycle Range Con
How how far can an electric motorcycle actually go? That depends on how the bike is tested, how fast you're riding and how much work you're asking the battery to do. We all know the game by now: big range number on the brochure, smaller number once you hand over your hard-earned cash and start riding the thing. The reason it keeps happening comes down to how electric two-wheelers are tested, and the maths gets pretty ugly once you leave the gentle, controlled world of the tes

Paul Roberts
2 days ago4 min read
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