Pre-orders for the $9,995 Fuell Fllow electric motorcycle, created by Erik Buell, the founder of Buell Motorcycles, are now open. The announcement follows the establishment of Buell’s electric motorcycle business, Fuell, in 2019, when he also shared plans for the Fuell Fllow, the company’s first electric bike.
The Fllow is a medium-sized motorcycle that boasts features akin to a larger bike, such as a 10-gallon storage capacity and extra room for a passenger. With a full charge, it promises a city range of 150 miles, and charging uses the CCS connector. A Level 2 charger can fully charge the bike in approximately 30 minutes, while a standard home charger would take one and a half to two and a half hours. If necessary, plugging into a standard 110/220V home outlet would require around eight hours. Notably, as the bike uses the CCS connector, widely used in North America, an increase in the usage of Tesla’s NACS connector by major car brands is not an issue, thanks to the availability of adapters. Performance-wise, the bike can reach a top speed of 85 miles per hour and accelerate from 0 to 60MPH in just 3.5 seconds.
Buell emphasizes the importance of integrated and interchangeable battery packs with the Fuell brand. This feature allows for component upgrades as technology evolves, with the “battery pack module” enabling the swapping and upgrading of the charger, rear wheel motor, and fast charging socket.
Despite Buell’s history with Harley-Davidson, Fuell operates independently from the Buell Motorcycles brand. Buell Motorcycles, founded in 1983, was partially owned by Harley-Davidson in 1993, and fully owned by 2003. However, the Buell product line was discontinued in 2009, and despite its resurrection since then, Buell’s focus remains solely on Fuell.
Meanwhile, Harley-Davidson isn’t dormant, with its LiveWire division launching the S2 Del Mar electric bike in early 2023. This model has a 110-mile range and accelerates from 0-60MPH in 3.1 seconds. Despite the S2 Del Mar’s superior acceleration, the Fuell Fllow outperforms it with a longer range, quicker charging, and more focus on cargo capacity and modularity.
The Fuell Fllow is currently open for pre-orders, priced at $9,995, with a retail price of $12,995.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Fuell Fllow electric motorcycle
What is the Fuell Fllow electric motorcycle?
The Fuell Fllow is an electric motorcycle developed by Erik Buell’s company, Fuell. It’s a mid-sized bike that offers features similar to larger motorcycles, such as 10 gallons of total storage and space for a passenger. It promises a city range of 150 miles on a full charge and has a top speed of 85 miles per hour.
Who is behind the Fuell brand?
The Fuell brand is the brainchild of Erik Buell, the founder of Buell Motorcycles. Following the discontinuation of the Buell product line by Harley-Davidson, Erik Buell established Fuell as an independent company focusing on electric motorcycles.
What charging system does the Fuell Fllow use?
The Fuell Fllow uses the CCS connector for charging. A full charge can be achieved in about 30 minutes with a Level 2 charger, one and a half to two and a half hours with a standard home charger, and around eight hours when plugged into a standard 110/220V home outlet.
What is unique about the Fuell Fllow’s battery pack?
The Fuell Fllow features an integrated and interchangeable battery pack, called the “battery pack module”. This allows components like the charger, rear wheel motor, and fast charging socket to be swapped out and upgraded over time as technology advances.
What is the cost of the Fuell Fllow?
The Fuell Fllow is available for pre-order at $9,995, with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $12,995.
How does the Fuell Fllow compare to Harley-Davidson’s S2 Del Mar electric bike?
While the S2 Del Mar by Harley-Davidson’s LiveWire division has a faster acceleration from 0-60MPH (3.1 seconds), the Fuell Fllow offers a longer range (150 miles), faster charging times, and prioritizes cargo capacity and modularity in its design.
More about Fuell Fllow electric motorcycle
- Fuell’s Official Website
- Erik Buell’s Profile
- History of Buell Motorcycles
- Harley-Davidson’s LiveWire Division
- Details about the CCS Connector
- Information about Tesla’s NACS Connector
6 comments
Pre-ordering is open eh? Might just have to take the plunge and get me one of these. the storage and passenger space sounds really practical for an electric bike.
85mph ain’t too bad, but i’m all about that 0-60 time. 3.5 secs…Fuell Fllow could give some sports bikes a run for their money.
Finally, a motorcycle company is thinking about interchangeable battery packs. Tech keeps changing and its great that Fuell is future-proofing their bikes. Can’t wait to see how this evolves.
Wow, 150 miles on a single charge? That’s pretty impressive for an e-bike. I’m curious to see how it stacks up against others in the market. Pricing seems fair too.
Gotta admit, I miss the Buell line from Harley-Davidson…but this Fuell thing could be a game-changer. Still, good to see Harley’s not sitting quiet with their LiveWire S2 Del Mar. The competition is heating up!
It’s interesting to see Buell’s shift to electric motorcycles. definitely keeping an eye on Fuell for future developments in the e-motorcycle industry.