Another EV Hits the Dirt


Brembo, Ohlins and Acerbis are some of the elite parts found on many elite motorcycles worldwide. But this time they’re found not on the many, but the few - an electric motocross machine.

The evolt Bull1 joins the green two-wheel off-road scene alongside the Zero X, the Quantya track and the bike KTM is working on. The Bull1 is the newest addition to evolt’s stable including a trail bike and scooter, but how does it measure up?

Let’s just say that based on the specifications, it may be an interesting race.

Want more? Here it is:

  • Motor: Brushless 84Volt 3.500rpm
  • Nominal power: 10Kw (13.4hp)
  • Max power: 33.5Kw (50hp)
  • Nominal torque: 23 ft-lb
  • Max torque: 35.4 ft-lb
  • Batteries: 28 cell Lithium Polymer 96Volt 30Ah
  • Range: 2 hours off-road ride
  • Speed: 43-55 mph
  • Weight: 209-231lb

What else? How about a regenerative braking system linked to the back brake to recapture the energy when slowing. But don’t worry, if you want to lock-up that back wheel you’ll have a traditional brake back there too.

Want to get sloppy? A fully waterproof brushless motor made in (get this) Italy says get dirty, have fun and hose it down without a worry. And to top it off, the battery pack sustains in excess of 1,500 charges, with a two-hour endurance and one-hour charge time. Get two and ride all day!

The only downside we see is the absence of the sound of a hive of angry bees at the start of a race.

Photo: evolt

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