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With motorcycle technology coming on leaps and bounds in the past five years, it could be argued that the motorcycle of the future<\/a> is already here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the world moves off fossil fuels and big bike brands come out with their own electric motorcycle, it\u2019s fair to say that the future of motorcycles is electric. Therefore, we\u2019ll be focusing on electric motorcycles only. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first wave of electric motorcycle offerings were expensive and limited in their riding capacity. However, futuristic motorcycle brands, like Damon, have really pushed the envelope in terms of motorcycle technology. As a result, so many of the predictions we expected for the future of motorcycle technology are already becoming a reality in 2023. Vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communications, AI that adapts to each individual rider, shape-shifting ergonomics at the flick of a switch – these are no longer science fiction, they\u2019re real.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, with motorcycle technology already so advanced, what can riders expect in the future? Let\u2019s get into it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Greater Range Across the Board and Reduced Charging Times<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to the electric motorcycle, the age-old criticism is battery life and range. As a result, range is one of the biggest factors experienced riders weigh up when choosing the right electric motorcycle.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The growing number of EV level 2 chargers on the road has been a massive boost to riders of bikes with a typically low range (below 100 miles per full charge). However, a truly futuristic motorcycle should be hitting triple digits for its total range capacity. In fact, you can now find an electric motorcycle with a range of 200 miles for under $28,000 – double the range of a regular ICE motorcycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moreover, the ever-increasing charge times of a futuristic motorcycle are also going to be hugely beneficial to riders. Motorcycles with CCS fast-charging capacity<\/a> can charge a bike up to 80% in just 45 minutes. And when it comes to battery life, Tesla already claims to be readying a one million-mile battery<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taking all of these advancements into consideration, it\u2019s clear that motorcycle technology is helping electric motorcycles answer that initial criticism of battery life and range. In the future, 200+ mile total range (for both inner city or highway riding), full charges in less than half an hour, and batteries that may outlive the rider will become the norm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Damon HyperSport HS Prototype<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n

A Greater Focus on Rider Ergonomics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The more advanced motorcycle technology becomes, the better rider ergonomics will become, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The correct rider position and seat height improve your comfort, safety, and lessens the chance of fatigue. For example, if an electric motorcycle is your fleet vehicle, you\u2019ll knock up some serious miles while on the job. Therefore, being comfortable the entire time is critical. If you\u2019re uncomfortable, you\u2019re more likely to get tired and that\u2019s when accidents can happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result, electric bike brands are beginning to look towards technological innovation to enable safe motorcycle riding through personalized ergonomics. Here at Damon, this focus led to our Shift\u2122 technology<\/a>. A feature of all HyperSports<\/a>, Shift\u2122 allows riders to adjust their footpegs and handlebars just by pressing a button. What\u2019s more, these adjustments can be made while the bike is in motion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, a lot of bike manufacturers – especially sports bike manufacturers – still don\u2019t prioritize riding position or ergonomics in their design. If you\u2019re looking for a futuristic motorcycle<\/a>, you should factor this into your decision-making process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With Damon using motorcycle technology to invest in rider ergonomics as a means of comfort and safety, it\u2019s a safe prediction that others will follow suit in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Photo by Kumpan Electric, Unsplash.com<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Advanced Security Systems that Give You a Sixth Sense<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As aforementioned, innovations in motorcycle technology are helping electric motorcycle manufacturers target rider safety in ways never thought possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although motorcycle fatalities are falling, they\u2019re still 28 times more frequent than other fatal crashes<\/a>. With safety technology advancing exponentially, you can rest assured that futuristic motorcycles will have the best security system possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the here and now, Damon\u2019s award-winning CoPilot\u2122 leads the way for electric motorcycle security systems. The 360\u00b0 Advanced Warning System knows what\u2019s around you (up to 64 objects) at all times by tracking and warning riders of danger through a mix of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n