Naked Motorcycles
2011Brammo Empulse 6.0
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The 2011 Brammo Empulse 6.0 is an electric naked bike designed for environmentally conscious commuters and urban riders seeking zero-emission performance. Known for its responsive electric motor delivering 80 Nm of torque and 100 mph capability, it combines lightweight aluminum construction with professional-grade suspension for nimble handling. Best suited for short to medium-range daily riding, this innovative platform represents early electric motorcycle technology with practical everyday usability.
- Capacity
- Not on record
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Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 163.0 kg
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Power
- 53.6 HP (39.4 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Best suited as an urban and suburban commuter or novelty naked bike for short spirited rides rather than long-distance travel.
- Built for
- Quirky and forward-thinking, this bike appeals to early adopters who enjoy quiet, torquey acceleration and want to stand out with genuinely different technology.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting long-range touring capability, off-road ability, or class-leading outright speed.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Power
- 53.6 HP (39.4 kW)
- Torque
- 80.0 Nm (8.2 kgf-m)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3288 HP/kg (dry)
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Starting
- Electric
- Motor Type
- Sealed Permanent AC Synchronous motor
- Capacity:
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Manual
Performance
- Top speed
- 160.9 km/h (100.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1440 mm
- Overall length
- 2057 mm
- Overall width
- 787 mm
- Overall height
- 1067 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 163.0 kg
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Lightweight extruded and welded aluminum - serves a battery tray (patent pending)
- Front suspension
- OE Spec 43mm inverted forks, adjustable preload, compression and rebound
- Rear suspension
- OE Spec Works Performance Shock with adjustable rebound and preload
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc. Nissin 4 piston, fixed caliper
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Brembo Single piston, floating caliper
- Front tyre
- 120/70-17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-17
Other
- Color options
- Red/black
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | 163 kg | 163 kg |
| Seat height | 810 mm | 810 mm |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What engine power does the Brammo Empulse 6.0 have?
The 2011 Brammo Empulse 6.0 has a Power of 53.6 HP (39.4 kW).
What is the torque of the Brammo Empulse 6.0?
The 2011 Brammo Empulse 6.0 has a Torque of 80.0 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.0 ft.lbs).
How much does the Brammo Empulse 6.0 weigh?
The 2011 Brammo Empulse 6.0 has a Dry weight of 163.0 kg (359.4 pounds).
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