EV Magazine May 2024 | Page 79

Given the huge difference in energy density between modern lithium-ion batteries ( 200-250 Wh / kg ) and gasoline ( 13,000 Wh / kg ), ample power can be produced by a small IC engine and a little liquid fuel , which keeps the weight of the vehicle low . “ Given that the raison d ’ etre of a motorcycle is lightweight , it is no surprise that even the most advanced electric motorcycles are inferior to their gasoline-powered

“ MY FJR ’ S SPOT IN THE GARAGE SEEMS SECURE FOR A FEW MORE YEARS ”

TIMOTHY GOTSICK ,
VP TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION AT MACDERMID ENTHONE INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS