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Yamaha TY-E Trial Electric Off-Road Motorcycle Concept

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Are you ready to meet the Yamaha TY-E trial bike? This advanced electric bike is packed with features and ready for action during this summer’s 2018 FIM Trial-E-Cup.

source/image(PrtSc): Yamaha Motor Europe

Featuring advanced new technology, the TY-E has come straight from the company’s “Evolving R&D” programme, in which Yamaha R&D employees are given the opportunity to work outside conventional frameworks and devote up to 5% of their working hours towards developing innovative new concepts.

source/image(PrtSc): Yamaha Motor Europe

The TY-E is powered by a high rotation-type compact electric motor and is equipped with a mechanical clutch. The electric bike uses a high-output battery pack that is mounted in its carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) monocoque frame.

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The trial bike features a CFRP composite monocoque frame that helps keep its overall weight less than 70 kg (154 lbs). Without having the range worries of a road bike the battery requires fewer cells for an acceptable operating range.

The 116v Lithium-ion battery powers an AC synchronous electric motor, chosen for its control at low speeds as well as power.The high rotation-type compact high-power electric motor offers both powerful low-speed torque and extended acceleration.

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