Ducati is still not producing electric motorcycles due to the current state of battery technology

According to Electrek, Ducati isn't currently producing electric motorcycles for consumers because of the state of battery technology. Ducati is the only manufacturer of electric racing motorcycles for the FIM Motor electric motorcycle racing series, but they have not yet developed the technology necessary to produce these vehicles for the general public. Furthermore, reports claim that Ducati will need a few years to develop its consumer electric motorcycle because the battery technology is still in its infancy. And the fact that Ducati has been griping about how battery technology prohibits them from making electrified bikes for riders is well known. The business also added that, rather than looking into EVs, synthetic fuels are a more likely choice to minimize pollution. In addition, it doesn't appear that lithium-ion batteries will catch up to the rest of the business because they are not yet developed enough for the corporation to give enough performance and stored energy. Moreover, one of the major difficulties Ducati faces in producing electric motorcycles is battery technology. The batteries must be able to hold a lot of energy, give enough power for acceleration, and be light enough to make riding comfortable. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="1820"] Image credit: Electrek[/caption] Given that Ducati is recognized for its aggressive and potent motorcycles, battery weight is a particularly difficult issue for the manufacturer. The batteries used in modern electric motorcycles are too heavy to deliver the same degree of performance as Ducati motorcycles. In addition, the chemistry of batteries is another issue the industry is dealing with. Ducati is looking at new chemistries, like solid-state batteries, as the current lithium-ion batteries cannot store enough energy to meet their needs.

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Electric motorcycles are currently growing in popularity on the market. Leading the charge are businesses like Lightning Motorcycles, Energica Motor Company, and Zero Motorcycles. These businesses create electric motorcycles with a high level of torque, performance, and range. On another note, electric motorcycles are a feasible option for many riders because they are also getting cheaper and simpler to maintain. Also, with the advancement of cutting-edge battery technology, electric motorcycles are becoming more environmentally beneficial. Electric motorcycles now offer greater range and performance thanks to this technology. And riders now have easier access to charging stations for their electric motorcycles thanks to infrastructural upgrades. On the other hand, Ducati seems to need some time before they can start making electric motorcycles. Synthetic fuels might be a better option in the short run despite the fact that lithium-ion batteries are not yet developed enough to offer the performance and range that the corporation needs. [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Image credit: DUCATI - DUCLASSIC[/caption] Meanwhile, with advances in battery technology and charging infrastructure, electric motorcycles are growing in popularity, becoming more accessible, and becoming more environmentally benign.