This is the copy of my ad from another non-ev moto site.
I'm selling my Brammo Enertia to make room in the garage for their forthcoming Empulse.
$5500 - $250 - $250 = $5000
Raleigh, NC
I'm the original owner and have put only 4700 easy commuting miles on this motorcycle. In the process I've saved nearly 300 gallons of diesel. The Enertia costs me about 30 cents a day to commute. The tires practically look new, since it's a light-weight bike. The chain is nearly new. The grips have mild wear. Other than that, the motorcycle is flawless. I'm a huge fan of electric and I'll likely have one in the garage for the rest of my life.
Looking at Brammo's site:
http://www.brammo.com/store/MSRP on a new Enertia is $8000.
MSRP on their upcoming Enertia + is $11000
MSRP on their upcoming Empulse is $17000
MSRP on their upcoming Empulse R is $19000
Being an early adopter on electric vehicles is incredibly expensive. Why not get in the game cheap with a well-maintained, used model?
Any serious offer considered. I can deliver anywhere within 100 miles of Raleigh, NC free. We may be able to work out a longer deliver or even shipping, but buyer will cover the cost.
FAQ
Q. Is it a motorcycle or scooter?
A. It's a street-legal, light-weight motorcycle. It's not going to win any races, but it gets around the corners really fast.
Q. What's the range?
A. I've hyper-miled it to 42 miles on a charge. When I ride it briskly in cold weather, I can get as low as 25 miles per charge. My general rule of thumb for electric vehicles is to make sure that your typical needs are withing 50% - 66% of the advertised range.
Q. How long does it take to charge?
A. I usually only run it down half way when I commute into work. It charges back up in 3.5-4 hrs. A full charge from 0% is typically 8 hours. I leave it on the charger 24/7, because even after it's fully charged, it goes into a battery maintenance mode that levels the cells to ensure that you're range stays high.
Q. How does it charge?
A. It support Level 1 charging only, which is a standard 120 V outlet. It has a cord coiled under the seat and so you can plug in pretty much anywhere. You won't need to install a special charging station at home.
Q. What's the top speed?
A. I've hit 71 mph (indicated) going slightly downhill while drafting a semi. However, this is not a good vehicle for riding on the highway. It likes to be ridden 45-55 mph for best efficiency. Furthermore, the motor is still lossy and generates a little heat. If you have it above 60 mph for too long or if you accelerate too hard repeatedly, then the motor controller goes into thermal cutback mode until the heat is dissipated. Again, this thing loves to be hyper-miled.
Q. Will it carry a passenger?
A. No, but I've been known to carry a six-pack on the front of the seat. I ride with a courier bag when I commute.
Q. Does it have gears?
A. No transmission and no clutch. It's a direct drive system and so your left hand and left foot really don't have much to do.
Q. How do I service it?
A. All it requires is chain maintenance. Lube it regularly and adjust it when needed. Brammo goes out of their way to help their customers. I've received a free chain and a free replacement instrument cluster after mine cracked. They're adding dealers to sell their new model and those dealers will be able to perform any serious repairs.
Q. Is it attention grabbing?
A. Absolutely. Nerdy, middle-aged men everywhere will come running from across the parking lot to talk to you (we can't help ourselves). Once they catch their breath, they'll ask you one or more of the above questions...so have these answers ready.
