Naked Motorcycles
2011Brammo Empulse 10.0
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The 2011 Brammo Empulse 10.0 is an electric naked bike designed for eco-conscious urban and sport riders seeking zero-emission performance. Powered by a sealed AC synchronous motor delivering 80 Nm of torque, it excels in quick acceleration and agile handling with fully adjustable suspension. Best known for pioneering practical electric motorcycle technology, it offers a 100 mph top speed and innovative aluminum frame design optimized for battery integration.
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Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 190.0 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
- Designed primarily as an around-town and short-commute naked bike that showcases electric propulsion with instant torque rather than outright top-end speed.
- Built for
- An unconventional, tech-forward machine that trades a traditional engine note and long range for smooth, torque-rich, low-maintenance electric acceleration off the line.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting long-distance touring range, off-road capability, or the raw top-speed thrills of a combustion superbike.
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
- 0.2821 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
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 160.9 km/h (100.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
- Overall length
- 2057 mm
- Overall height
- 1067 mm
- Seat height
- 810 mm
- Dry weight
- 190.0 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
- Warranty
- 12
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 | 190 kg | 191 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 10.0 have?
The 2011 Brammo Empulse 10.0 has a Power of 53.6 HP (39.4 kW).
What is the torque of the Brammo Empulse 10.0?
The 2011 Brammo Empulse 10.0 has a Torque of 80.0 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.0 ft.lbs).
How much does the Brammo Empulse 10.0 weigh?
The 2011 Brammo Empulse 10.0 has a Dry weight of 190.0 kg (418.9 pounds).
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