Intelligent Energy, a British hydrogen energy technology developer have showcased their new ENV (Emissions neutral vehicle) motorcycle recently. The super-futuristic looking bike runs on compressed hydrogen gas, run through a fuel cell to power its 6kW electric drive motor. People who have test driven it seem to be saying that artificial sound needs to be added to the bike as a safety measure to the pedestrians. Of course, the indian versions would have a BIG HONKING horn facility. Otherwise the company would be risking its Sales value.The current prototype zips from zero to its top speed of 80.465 KMPH in just 12.1 sec. A tank can serve a distance of upto 160.93 KMS on a single tank. The hydrogen fuel tank is a catridge which can be removed and replaced, just like the catridge in a printer.
And when can we get to ride them? When the company produces them. These models are prototypes only showcasing the company's core technological strength. For more info, visit http://www.envbike.com/.
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