When you think Harley-Davidson what comes to mind? Loud pipes right?  Well my friend the shape of things is about to change on the Harley front as they introduce their new electric motorcycle and it's going on tour. The new bike will be taken down the U.S. Route 66 to 30 Harley-Davidson dealerships to give riders the chance to test drive the bike and provide feedback.

Another new aspect of this little number is that it's target market, according to Harley, is women. Instead of your classic Harley look they gave it a sleeker, black smaller tank which sense it takes no gas is funny it even has one and include smaller handle grips, lower seats and different foot peg positions to appeal to female riders.

According to Harley-Davidson lead engineer Jeff Richlen in reference to the new bikes:

"With no need to shift gears, the bike can go from 0 to 60 miles per hour in about four seconds. The engine is silent, but the meshing of gears apparently emits a hum like a jet airplane taking off. 'Some people may get on it thinking, "golf cart," And they get off thinking, "rocket ship."'

Oh yeah and there is one little draw back. Now when I was a kid there was a mean saying...Ride a Harley ride the best ride a mile and walk the rest. remember that one? I actually think Harleys are much more reliable than that however for this bike walking isn't too far out of realm of possibility since the company admits to not having conquered the distance versus charge issue. To date the batteries must be recharged after about 130 miles, and that can take 30 minutes to an hour. Still I am sure they will work that out and I can't wait to see one in person.

Until then it is my understanding there will be one used in the new Avengers film being produced as we speak so look for it in that.

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