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Lightning LS-218
- Battery Capacity: 15 kWh
- Top Speed: 218 mph
- Battery Type: Lithium-ion
- Charging Time: 2 hours
PROS
- Unmatched Performance
- Low Maintenance
- Eco-Friendly
- Quiet and Smooth Operation
- Advanced Components
- Regenerative Braking
- Less Affected by Elevation
CONS
- High Upfront Cost
- Limited Range and "Range Anxiety"
- Longer Refueling/Charging Time
- Steep Learning Curve and Lack of DIY
- Heavy Weight
recommmened
Full Specifications
LAUNCH
| Announced | May 2014 |
| Status | In production |
| Base Price | ~$38,888 USD |
Electric Motorcycle Overview
| Models | LS-218 (with different battery options) |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion (specifically, some models use a silicon-anode technology for faster charging) |
| Battery Brand | Varies, but some newer models use Enevate technology |
| Battery Capacity | Options include 15 kWh (standard), 20 kWh, and 28 kWh |
| Motor | Liquid-cooled, internal permanent magnet (IPM) electric motor |
| Rated / Max Power | 244 hp (180 kW) at the wheel |
| Max Torque | 220 lb-ft (298 Nm) at the motor shaft, with a claimed 1,100 lb-ft (1,491 Nm) at the rear wheel |
| Charger Output | Varies; standard onboard charger is 3.3 kW, with an optional 6.6 kW upgrade |
| Charging Time |
Level 2: Approximately 2 hours for a full charge Level 3 DC Fast Charging: As fast as 12-30 minutes for an 80% charge depending on the battery and charger. |
| Top Speed | 218 mph (351 km/h) |
| Range |
15 kWh: Up to 188 miles (302 km) 20 kWh: Up to 255 miles (410 km) 28 kWh: Up to 335 miles (539 km) |
Dimensions & Build
| Seat Height | 32 in (813 mm) |
| Weight | 495 lbs (225 kg) (wet, with 15 kWh battery) |
| Front Tyre | 120/70Z R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 190/55Z R17 |
| Braking System | Brembo, with dual 320mm discs and 4-piston calipers on the front. |
| Suspension (Front/Rear) | Fully adjustable Öhlins FGRT inverted fork (front) and Öhlins TTX36 shock with linkage system (rear). |
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