Electric Spyder next?

[Motorcycledave]

Why not? Usually with electric comes gobs of torque and many cool gadgets. The only downside side would be range if you do long trips. In a few years, I'd consider it...

If they don't have the range of my current Spyder, F3S " and they will not" I would not be a customer for any elect bike.
I have tested out the ZERO and yes it's fast but you better bring something else to ride home, if you want to ride in the Sierras.

 

[GrayRyder]

One of the things that no EV manufacturer tells you about EVs is that when the temperature drops, the range drops even more. With temps at 20 degrees F and below, they can lose 40% or more of their "claimed" range. What good is that for a snowmobile? It is not good for cars either if you live in a place that gets real winter. As others here have said, there is nothing "green" about them. Producing one EV emits as much carbon monoxide as the average gas powered vehicle emits over the course of being driven 150,000 miles. Also, you can look up lithium mining and see what that does to the environment. Not to mention cobalt mines and the young kids in the Congo that are being paid peanuts to stand knee deep in toxic chemicals to mine cobalt. The narratives that push EVs are a scam.

 

[ARtraveler]

So this is the headline I saw the other day "Toyota is planning a new EV with a 900-mile range and 10-minute charging time: ‘The holy grail of battery vehicles" So never say never say never. I have also seen some new tech with solar power (like a panel) that comes in a roll you roll it out hook it up and it generates power. I never thought everyone would have a phone in their pocket let alone a computer in there too so I'm not a naysayer anymore.

I WILL believe it when I see it. I am still waiting for BRP--electric anything. You all remember my April Fool announcement several years back showing BRP's "picture" of an electric Spyder. Turns out, it did not even have an engine in it. And that is no joke. :bowdown:

 

[IGETAROUND]

electric spyder next?

Gwolf wrote"Another good reason is a lot of houses burn down during flooding from hurricanes and tropical storms in Florida, caused by electric vehicles going partially under water. "

Not trying to start a pissing match Gwolf but I'd be really interested to see the statistics about this actually happening. Sounds like a factoid without any basis.

Al in Kazoo

 

[tntnj]

I would never but an electric bike or car , Battery replacement cost and range are a turn off. My brother in law bought an electric car and had the battery replaced by the dealer twice, once because of a fire risk and for a faulty part in the battery pack. And if you get in to an accident with an electric car/truck there is a good chance for it to catch on fire with you in it.

 

[Pirate]

With the steady advancement in battery technology, that cost continues to go down. If the battery health on my Tesla Model Y goes below 70% during the warranty period (8yrs/120k miles) Tesla will replace it for free.

Just remember, that is 8 years or 120k whichever comes FIRST.

 

[Gwolf]

Gwolf wrote"Another good reason is a lot of houses burn down during flooding from hurricanes and tropical storms in Florida, caused by electric vehicles going partially under water. "

Not trying to start a pissing match Gwolf but I'd be really interested to see the statistics about this actually happening. Sounds like a factoid without any basis.

Al in Kazoo

Ain't gonna debate it. It happens. You won't see it in the mainstream news, because it does not fit their narrative. You will see it in the local news, local papers, and local TV.

You are more than welcome to drive an electric car into your swimming pool and watch what happens. Once they catch on fire, there is plenty of eyewitness accounts and fire department reports documenting how hard it is to put them out.

 

[Gwolf]

Additional information, including more specific information and recommendations for electric and hybrid vehicles which have been submerged or partially sumbmerged in salt water.

CBS news report on some EVs bursting into flames after storm surge of hurricane Idelia;

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/hurricane-idalia-electric-car-caught-fire-tesla/#:~:text=More%20specifically%2C%20salt%20residue%20remains,contain%20a%20flammable%20liquid%20electrolyte.

 

[Mikey]

opcorn: This is better than an oil thread!!

 

[blackphoenix38]

With BRP's track record for obtaining even simple replacement electronic components, if anything ever went wrong with an electric Spyder you'd probably die of old age waiting for parts to arrive.

so much this. They can't even fix what they have now. You think the BRP dealer network and whatever techs they have are going to want to deal with electric spyders or rykers.

plus.. as everyone has stated allready. EV's are not actually better for the environment, then carbon foot print is just in a different spot in the process.

 

[FrogmanDave]

You EV haters crack me up. I'll buy an electric Spyder as soon as they become available. Most of my riding is around town and pretty local.

I own a Tesla Model 3 and a Model Y. Best 2 cars I have ever owned. Period!

 

[blacklightning]

The electric spyder is in the same class as the electric car for me. Yes, my wife might get one, so there would be one in my household. But as for me, I will stick with the good old tried and true. The other day a Tesla pulled up beside me on my mustang. The wife said, "looks like he wants to race". I said, he might, but if we do he might even beat me. But it wont have the sound, so I don't want it. But to each there own.

 

[AndysF3S]

You EV haters crack me up. I'll buy an electric Spyder as soon as they become available. Most of my riding is around town and pretty local.

I own a Tesla Model 3 and a Model Y. Best 2 cars I have ever owned. Period!

Like I said in a previous post enjoy what you bought but calling anyone who disagrees with your superior choice an "EV hater" is a bit much in my opinion.

 

[Mikey]

so much this. They can't even fix what they have now. You think the BRP dealer network and whatever techs they have are going to want to deal with electric spyders or rykers.

plus.. as everyone has stated allready. EV's are not actually better for the environment, then carbon foot print is just in a different spot in the process.

Should be less moving parts!:dontknow: Maybe they'll be able to fix it!!:shemademe_smilie:

 

[Gwolf]

I don't hate EVs, I just have no use for them, since they will not do what I need to do with a vehicle. I would not buy one. They would be fairly useless hooked on the equipment trailer with 3 or 4 tons of tractor and equipment loaded on it. Doubt they would hold up to hauling trailer loads of hay all day either. There is no time to stop and charge up some over-priced toy when you are hauling hay and the thunderstorms are building up. If I was driving around town, they might work, but from where I live, they wouldn't even make it to the closest good sized town and back. I don't own a car. I only have trucks and tractors, and a Spyder.

 

[ARtraveler]

So far, so good folks.

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[Mikey]

opcorn: OK I'll put my popcorn down!!!:roflblack:

 

[Pirate]

You EV haters crack me up. I'll buy an electric Spyder as soon as they become available. Most of my riding is around town and pretty local.

I own a Tesla Model 3 and a Model Y. Best 2 cars I have ever owned. Period!

I'm not an EV hater. If I was rich and didn't travel long distance or wanted to wait endlessly for a charge (while on the road), I wouldn't mind an EV.

 

[Raven]

I know we are supposed to keep politics out of here.
The Canadian government just announced that by 2035 that all new cars sold must be EV's
Dealers must have 20% by 2026.
I wonder how the motor companies will react to this, and the oil industries as well.
Hate to own a gas station.
Don't dislike EV's so much, but I can't afford one.
What will happen to gas prices, cost's as much to fill the Ryker as what it costed to fill the car a few years ago.
Rant over.
Bruce.

 

[Peter Aawen]

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