The April issue of Motorcyclist magazine contains a review of the Brammo Empulse R by Aaron Frank, on pages 40 and 42. Mr. Frank test rode a pre-production "R" for 40 miles in San Francisco and said the following at the end of his article:
"Overall, the Empulse R is a remarkably fun bike that finally combines the futuristic, TIE-fighter appeal of electric propulsion with the dynamic excitement and interaction of a traditional ICE bike."
In the "Verdict" summary, Motorcyclist gives the bike four out of five stars and says: Six speeds, serious acceleration, credible top speed, and (almost) real-world range make this the most dynamic and exciting ebike yet."
