KTM to back-burner their electric Freeride bikes

[Robb]

KTM got a lot of buzz from their electric Freeride bikes, but KTM CEO Stefan Pierer told Motociclismo this week that the cost of battery packs are a problem. "The battery technology simply is not at a level which can justify the investment in the product," Pierer said.

"Our electric bike is ready and developed, but the battery pack costs $2600. That is just too much. The electric bike markets will take off only when the product is less expensive and more efficient, it has to be truly innovative for this technology to work."

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I haz a sad. I've been counting on these to be ready by the time I start riding again.

[ileus]

1. I suppose another year of kicking the CRF.

I notice the scooter has a 40 mile range...I'd like something like this if they offered a dual sport version.

[frylock]

2. wow that looks like a ton of fun!

former katoomer here and I would lurv to take that thing out to Ocotillo!

[Robb]

3. They looked ... eminently flickable.

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