Kawasaki showcases a hybrid motorcycle prototype

UtkarshC · 18th October 2021, 10:53

Kawasaki has showcased a hybrid motorcycle prototype at a presentation in Japan.

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As per the available details, the prototype features a petrol-powered, parallel-twin engine along with a 48V battery and an electric motor.

The 48V battery is located under the seat whereas the electric motor is mounted above the transmission. The motorcycle runs on electric power in the city mode. Outside the city limits, the hybrid system comes into play and operates both the internal combustion engine and electric motor.

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Kawasaki’s hybrid motorcycle prototype also features an automated gearshift system that uses an automated clutch and a servo-operated shifter. This allows for push-button changes.

Source: Car and Bike

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Electromotive · 18th October 2021, 11:44

A 48V system won't have enough power or torque to even be comparable to the power of the internal combustion engine already present. My guess is they beefed up the starter motor and battery and called it a hybrid system, just like Maruti's fake hybrid. The automatic shifter and clutch was needed to disconnect the ICE when the bike is powered by the starter motor.

Seems like Kawasaki is trying to pull a fast one, by adding a limp mode.

UtkarshC · 12th November 2021, 14:54

Rumour: Kawasaki hybrid bike to be revealed at EICMA 2021

Kawasaki showcased a hybrid motorcycle prototype last month. Now, it is being said that the two-wheeler giant could reveal the actual model at the EICMA 2021. The event is scheduled to take place on November 25-28.

The Kawasaki hybrid motorcycle prototype was showcased at a presentation in Japan. It seemed to be based on the Ninja 400 and looked like that it could be transformed into a production-ready version soon.

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The hybrid model featured a petrol-powered, parallel-twin engine along with a 48 V battery and an electric motor. Based on the available details, the motorcycle will run on electric power in the city mode and outside the city limits, the hybrid system will come into play and operate both the internal combustion engine and electric motor.

Apart from the hybrid bike, Kawasaki is also expected to showcase the Endeavour, its fully-electric motorcycle, at the EICMA 2021.

Source: Visordown

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18th October 2021, 10:53	#1
UtkarshC BHPian Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Lucknow Posts: 284 Thanked: 837 Times	Kawasaki showcases a hybrid motorcycle prototype Kawasaki has showcased a hybrid motorcycle prototype at a presentation in Japan. As per the available details, the prototype features a petrol-powered, parallel-twin engine along with a 48V battery and an electric motor. The 48V battery is located under the seat whereas the electric motor is mounted above the transmission. The motorcycle runs on electric power in the city mode. Outside the city limits, the hybrid system comes into play and operates both the internal combustion engine and electric motor. Kawasaki’s hybrid motorcycle prototype also features an automated gearshift system that uses an automated clutch and a servo-operated shifter. This allows for push-button changes. Source: Car and Bike Link to Team-BHP News Last edited by UtkarshC : 18th October 2021 at 11:03.
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Electromotive BANNED Join Date: Aug 2021 Location: Terra Posts: 207 Thanked: 1,691 Times	Re: Kawasaki showcases a hybrid motorcycle prototype A 48V system won't have enough power or torque to even be comparable to the power of the internal combustion engine already present. My guess is they beefed up the starter motor and battery and called it a hybrid system, just like Maruti's fake hybrid. The automatic shifter and clutch was needed to disconnect the ICE when the bike is powered by the starter motor. Seems like Kawasaki is trying to pull a fast one, by adding a limp mode. Last edited by Electromotive : 18th October 2021 at 11:47.
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12th November 2021, 14:54	#3
UtkarshC BHPian Join Date: Sep 2021 Location: Lucknow Posts: 284 Thanked: 837 Times	Re: Kawasaki showcases a hybrid motorcycle prototype Rumour: Kawasaki hybrid bike to be revealed at EICMA 2021 Kawasaki showcased a hybrid motorcycle prototype last month. Now, it is being said that the two-wheeler giant could reveal the actual model at the EICMA 2021. The event is scheduled to take place on November 25-28. The Kawasaki hybrid motorcycle prototype was showcased at a presentation in Japan. It seemed to be based on the Ninja 400 and looked like that it could be transformed into a production-ready version soon. The hybrid model featured a petrol-powered, parallel-twin engine along with a 48 V battery and an electric motor. Based on the available details, the motorcycle will run on electric power in the city mode and outside the city limits, the hybrid system will come into play and operate both the internal combustion engine and electric motor. Apart from the hybrid bike, Kawasaki is also expected to showcase the Endeavour, its fully-electric motorcycle, at the EICMA 2021. Source: Visordown Link to Team-BHP News Last edited by UtkarshC : 12th November 2021 at 15:01.
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