A San Francisco startup is on a mission to give the world motorcycles that are fast and sexy, yet green.
Mission Motors hopes to produce the fastest all-electric powered production motorcycle, capable of topping out 240km.
Despite the luxury $US68,000 ($A83,625) price, company co-founder and Chief Executive Officer Forrest North believes Mission One will draw the attention of motorcycle aficionados because it offers a different riding experience.
'Consumers want performance,' North said. 'We're not trying to offer something that's a compromise to people, (that) you have to change your lifestyle to green. We're saying this is more exciting than the last motorcycle you had, and it's green.'
The Mission One resembles a standard sport bike, but instead of petrol, it runs on lithium ion batteries. It's being built from the ground up with sustainable components, North said.
The bike is designed to travel 240 km on one charge and recharge quickly. It's designed for urban commuters and weekend riders, North said.
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