Café-Scrambler Soul, Italian DNA: Positive’s EGERA
- Buck City Biker
- Sep 4
- 4 min read
If you’ve been waiting for an electric motorcycle with genuine Italian DNA, Positive Motorcycles just put themselves on your radar.
Based on the shores of Lake Como, Positive Motorcycles—officially PSTV—promotes an “Italian made” rally cry that's not just in spirit, but in substance: most components, including the motor, are developed and produced on Italian soil. Add to that a healthy dose of sustainability via aluminium and carbon-fibre parts (many of which are 3D printed), and you've got a recipe for craftsmanship that respects both heritage and the planet.
The Positive project was founded in 2020, and the team immediately kicked off by converting hand-sketched design concepts to 3D modelling and simulations. This strategy helped to cut prototype-assembly errors by nearly 98%. In an e-moto world with ever-increasing competition, that preps the ground for building precise, well-fitting prototypes without running over budgets or timeframes.
Meet the EGERA Prototype
Their flagship project, the EGERA—that’s Electric Generation ERA—is a mash-up between scrambler/motard/café-racer styling that's crafted for tarmac but looks ready to shrug off a lightly gravelled road when it pleases. Pre-orders were originally floated for 2024, but as of now, the EGERA is still in prototype form, although full track testing has begun and is being promoted via their socials. Things seem to be moving on with pace, and it shouldn't be long before they can let loose on the public highway.
What stands out is how fully Italian the EGERA is—with almost all components built on Italian soil—all but the Öhlins suspension—and styling that defines a new class of e-moto. The café/scrambler aesthetic remains modern while keeping a solid nod to heritage lines.
Technical Specs
Range: ~150 km (~93 miles)
Weight: ~152 kg
Battery: 7.7 kWh pack
Motor: Liquid-cooled electric motor made in Italy with regenerative braking; ~11 kW nominal / 30 kW peak; permanent magnet; IP67 protection
Performance: 0–100 km/h (60mph) in ~6 sec; top speed ~125 km/h (77mph)
Charging: ~2.5 hours at 220 V
Chassis & Suspension: 17″ cast wheels front/rear; 41 mm front fork; dual rear Öhlins shocks; 300 mm front brake; 520 chain
Dimensions: 2200 mm length; 870 mm seat height; weight ~152 kg
Display: 4.3″ touch-screen TFT
Beyond numbers, it's worth noting their push of non-structural parts via 3D-printed ABS and carbon fibre—which keeps mass down, adds vibe, and supports the sustainability cred.
Why It Matters—To You
For readers in the UK, EU, USA, Australia, and India: if you're comfortable with torque curves and ride modes, the EGERA lands squarely in your interest zone. It isn’t about hyperbike figures or futuristic gimmickry—it’s about a real-world electric ride with credible range, decent punch, and craftsmanship that nods to Italy’s design lineage. As well as other highlights:
Sustainability built in: choice of materials (carbon-fibre and aluminium), local production, and design for reduced waste signal a thoughtful brand ethos.
Solid spec-to-weight ratio: at ~150 kg with a performance envelope that fits daily rideability, urban sprinting, and light adventure.
Prototype in plain sight: they've already unveiled the EGERA publicly (e.g., Bologna in March 2023 and the St. Moritz (Engadin) airport testing where they hit ~176 km/h (109mph) and 0-1000 m in 24.66 sec—3 sec faster than a Ferrari Testarossa)
How It Stacks Up
Every new electric brand needs context, so here’s where Positive Motorcycles’ EGERA sits against the current landscape:
Energica (Italy) – Not really a comparison, but a starting point of reference. Energica’s Italian superbikes are faster, longer-range, and positioned as high-end performance machines. Of course they’re heavier (often 250+ kg) and presumably much pricier. The EGERA, at ~152 kg, feels more nimble and urban-friendly—closer to a daily rider than a superbike statement.
Zero Motorcycles (USA) – Zero owns the mid-weight commuter/sport slot in many markets. Their SR/F and FXE models beat the EGERA on range and charging time, but Positive wins on local production, styling, and that Italian motor. Riders who care about where their bike is made will lean towards Positive.
Ultraviolette (India) – The F77 is a direct competitor in power and range. Ultraviolette is hitting hard with aerospace-style tech and aggressive performance claims. Positive’s edge is sustainability, materials, and the boutique-Italian design ethos.
Savic Motorcycles (Australia) – Another boutique electric with design-led values. Savic plays the neo-café racer card, but Positive’s 3D-printed carbon-fibre approach makes them more experimental in build methods. The choice between these two might come down to simple style preference.
Insork EM77 (China) – A retro-styled café racer that’s road-ready. It boasts up to 200 km real-world range (at ~80 km/h), a 10.5 kWh battery, and charges in around 3 hours via a 3.3 kW Type 2 AC charger. Top speed is ~140 km/h (87 mph), with 0–100 km/h (60 mph) in 6.5 seconds.
Bottom line
Positive isn’t trying to be the fastest or have the longest range. They’re carving out a lane that blends authentic Italian design, lightweight agility, and sustainability cred. That’s their differentiator in a field where most manufacturers are racing for spec sheets.
The EGERA is still a rolling vision—but it’s one that resonates with authenticity, performance, and a stylish green wink.
Ride safe, folks
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