Someone asked in the electric superbike post if the tech could be applied to dirt bikes. Well, yes. Zero Motorcycles make the Zero MX. They claim it puts out around 50 ft-lb of torque, which is more than a typical 250cc two-stroke.

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It would be a bitch refueling though. I think a spare battery costs nearly $3k. You could probably charge one while using the other at the track. But with what? A petrol powered generator? Lol.

Range:
MX Track 45-90 minutes
Trail 60-120 minutes

Motor:
Type High efficiency, Forced air cooled, axial flux permanent magnet, brushed motor
Controller High efficiency, 400 amp, programmable brushed DC controller
Top speed 54 mph (86 km/h)

Power System:
Type Z-Force™ patented Li-Ion intelligent portable power pack
Maximum capacity 3.0 kWh
Nominal capacity 2.6 kWh
Estimated pack life to 80% (MX track) 3,000 hours
Estimated pack life to 80% (trail) 4,000 hours
Charger type 1kW, standalone
Charge time (standard) 3.1 hours (100% charged) / 2.7 hours (95% charged)
Quick 2x charger time (accessory) 2.0 hours (100% charged) / 1.3 hours (95% charged)
Input Standard 110V or 220V

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