Ford has introduced two all-new battery-electric takes on the Ford Bronco and the Ford Mustang – however earlier than you get excited a couple of zero-emission rugged off-roader or supercar-quick coupe and convertible, we’re speaking about e-bikes.
Starting with Ford Bronco eBike, Ford says that its first two-wheel providing attracts design cues from the most recent reborn rugged SUV of the identical title.
Mentioned to mix a brand new twin suspension system and a snug motorcycle-style seat, Ford says that the primary of its two bikes come powered with a single electrical motor that produces simply 0.75kW (about one horsepower) and 85Nm of torque.
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Claimed to supply a using expertise that mirror that of the present Bronco, the brand new bike is alleged to have a spread of round 60 miles (97km).
Charging utilizing a home socket takes round 3.5 hours.
Ford hasn’t launched the load for the brand new Bronco however says it has developed a four-piston hydraulic brake package deal, whereas Pirelli Scorpion Enduro M tyres are mentioned to offer ample grip.
To watch issues similar to pace, battery life and vary there’s a neat full-colour LED show.
Accessible now to order within the US market the Bronco eBike is priced from a hefty $4500 ($A6850) with the one possibility being premium paint for $390 ($A590) for one of many 10 premium paint finishes.
Ford may even provide consumers two Mustang E-Bikes, one in all which has been created to assist mark the sixtieth anniversary of the enduring sports activities automobile.
That includes an an identical motor to the Bronco eBike, the Mustang will get Pirelli Angel semi-slick tyres for higher dealing with on-road, though the highest pace is restricted to the identical 45km/h as its extra rugged various.
Bagging a extra standard design than the Bronco, the Mustang misses out on the cozy motorbike seat however nonetheless comes with the helpful LCD show mounted inside the handlebars.
Pricing is fractionally extra palatable for the Mustang E-Bike with it beginning at US$4000 (about $6000).
There’s no phrase but on availability by way of Ford sellers in Australia.