Electric Bike

 J1 ELECTRIC BIKE FOR DRIVING ASSISTANCE AND COMFORT                               

      With concerns about climate change and global warming growing every day, inventors and innovators across the globe are searching for ways to cut down on the harmful emissions that our traditional modes of transportation release into the atmosphere — we've seen electric scooters that you can plug into wall outlets, electric cars that can take to the streets and much more besides. The Johammer J1 electric motorcycle is another vehicle that's doing its bit for the environment, providing an innovative energy solution in a stylish design that stands out on the road. Developed and built in Austria, it will be available to buy from Johammer in the near future

J1 electric bike

CONTROLLING CAPABILITY
The J1 is unique in the way in which it's controlled as well as the way it's powered. The brushless AC-motor and single-level gear both run inside an oil bath, giving a lifetime of lubrication and ensuring that you don't have to get your hands dirty keeping the bike maintained between journeys. Even more interesting is the dashboard display — this is built into the rearview mirrors, two high-resolution 2.4-inch LCD displays that give you information about your speed, mileage, battery levels, indicator status and everything else you need to know about your vehicle (as well as what's coming up behind you, of course).
 NOISE ADAPTATIONS

•  Cruising around on the J1 is an emissions-free experience, which has multiple benefits — not only are you saved the smell of petrol, you're also saved the noise that comes rattling out of a standard motorbike's engine. If you've ever wanted to sail down the road and enjoy the sound of the birds in the trees or the splashing of a river then now's your opportunity. It adds an extra level of safety to the vehicle too, because you're more aware of what's around you. What's more, the J1 uses an electric engine brake that can claw back lost energy as you slow down.
•   There are two J1 models available to buy: the cheapest model is the J1.150, which will set you back €23,000 (around £18,985 at today's exchange rate). It has a reach of 150km (93 miles), which is where it gets its name from. The bike has a battery capacity of 8.3 kWh and can be charged up to 80 percent of its capacity in the space of two-and-a-half hours. The total weight of the J1.150 is 159kg (350lb). Like the more expensive J1.200, the bike has a top speed of 75mph which is electrically limited by the systems on board

 BATTERY POWER CONSUMPTION

•  If you've been paying attention then you'll have guessed that the J1.200 has a wider range of 200km (124 miles) on a single charge — it's the first electric motorcycle to go into production with a reach that big. The top speed and acceleration performance are the same as the J1.150 (30-62mph in eight seconds) but you do get a bigger 12.7 kWh battery that can be charged to 80 percent capacity in three-and-a-half hours. Weighing in at 178kg (390lb), the J1.200 version of the electric motorbike costs €25,000, which works out at about £20,636 at the time of writing.
•  If you decide to make an investment, both models of bike are available in five colours: silver, white, blue, yellow and green. The vehicle's styling has been rather unfavourably compared to a slug on wheels, with its curved shell-like aluminium body and stalk-like rearview mirrors, but it's all a matter of personal taste. What's certain is that you'll attract plenty of attention when you pull up at the bike stop. According to Johammer, you should still have 85 percent of the battery capacity remaining after four years or 124,000 miles — the Austrian company develops and manufacturers the lithium-ion batteries itself.

 EXTERNAL STEERING & SUSPENSION
 Steering and suspension are taken care of via a hub in the centre of the bike. This kind of layout is unusual and typically used on high-end boutique motorcycles, but it does have some practical advantages: it enables braking and suspension forces to be separated, for example. In this case it also allows the Johammer to have its unique look, as all of the essential technology and machinery is directly below the rider. While there are plenty of alternative electric bikes on the market for less money, none of them will get you as far and in such style as the Johammer

RIDING POSITIONS
 There are two sets of foot pegs included with each vehicle, so you can choose from a standard riding position or a laid-back Harley-Davidson look instead. With a total length of 2.2m (7.2 feet) and a height of 1.3m (4.2 feet), Johammer is quoting a sitting position height of 65cm (25.5 inches). The mass centre height is even lower at 35cm (13.7 inches), making for a balanced and safe driving experience. 'In an holistic approach to radically rethink emobility the Johammer was designed to serve the user in any aspect,' says the manufacturer. 'A Johammer does not only look different, it is different.'

parts of J1 electric bike

With only 14 horsepower to play around with, you're not going to be able to set any speed records on either of the J1 bikes, but they're not vehicles that are going to interest speed freaks in the first place. Most recently, the Johammer was tested in the mountain passes of Tirol by six company employees, including founder Johann Hammerschmid. The bike held its own when cutting through ice and snow in freezing temperatures, but we wouldn't recommend going too far off road. The Johammer motorbikes were also recently shown off at the Linz Motorcycle Show in Austria, their first official public appearance.
DESIGN

 The aluminium middle-frame of the bike has been designed to be as robust and resilient as possible, with its internal components creating what Johammer describes as a 'perfect synergy' of weight, stability and function. The central hub layout was chosen as it offers the straightest line between the two axes and therefore provides the most efficient use of energy while the vehicle is on the move. The front and rear suspension systems use horizontally mounted shocks, which should ensure a smooth and bump-free ride while you're making the most of that 124-mile range (a decent fuel range even for a petrol-powered bike).
 REAR WHEEL DRIVE
 The electric gear and associated controls are housed alongside the back wheel, as you can see in the picture above. Again, this is designed to be maintenance-free and long-lasting, but if you have a smash then you can expect the replacement parts to cost a pretty penny. The system is cooled as you drive through the open landscape or city streets, so you don't have to worry about your expensive new Johammer overheating on a journey. While prices have been announced for the J1.150 and J1.200, they aren't yet being sold — you'll have to contact Johammer directly to get a pre-order in.

innovative design of J1 electric bike

 MOTORCYCLE INNOVATION
 In June, the Johammer bikes are arriving in Atlanta GA, USA as part of an innovation exhibition at the Woodruff Arts Centre. The electric bike has also recently featured on Channel 5's The Gadget Show — presenter Jason Bradbury tested the J1.200 on the twisting roads of Salzburg and came away impressed with both its form and functionality. 'This bike is heralding a brave new world of eco-friendly transport,' said Bradbury. 'There's a real finesse about this.' Johann Hammerschmid and his nine-man team will be hoping that the advance publicity does enough to guarantee a steady stream of orders when the time comes.

 The key to the Johammer's long range is the large battery bay in the centre of the bike — because it can fit in several banks of the company's customised batteries, it can reach much further than the average electric motorbike. The regenerative braking we mentioned earlier is also crucial to the overall functionality: with a twist of the wrist on the throttle you can use your braking actions and the turn of the wheels to recharge the bike's batteries (while you cruise down a long and gentle slope perhaps). Here you can see the spring damper that sits underneath the battery section

 So there you have the Johammer — a state-of-the-art electric motorcycle with an innovative, functional design and an unbeatable range. The company hasn't said when riders will be able to get their J1.150 or J1.200 bikes delivered, but with test runs completed and prices and specs listed on the company website it shouldn't be too far into the future. As the technology inside these sorts of bikes and cars improves, the speed at which they run and the distance they can travel will continue to improve, reducing our reliance on traditional modes of transport and the fuel that powers them.

The compact design of J1 electric bike is going to be revealed to the market with absolute trend to the technology.