California-based electric motorcycle manufacturer Ryvid is beefing up its second model, a scrambler-style bike called the Outset. The announcement of the new bike comes several months after Ryvid began delivering its first model, the Anthem, into the hands of waiting customers.
While we can’t make any promises about what the future holds for Ryvid, we can at least say that motorcycles seem to be making their way into the world. That’s generally what you want from any new motorcycle manufacturer, regardless of the engine, right?
The Ryvid Outset is essentially a scrambler variant of the Anthem and, as such, is equipped with Dunlop Mutant tires, along with what the company calls “multi-road tuning” and an adjustable suspension – the front fork offers 6.5 inches of travel, while the rear shock offers 1.8 inches.
The Outset comes with a removable 4.3 kWh battery and a built-in 3.3 kW charger, which, according to the company, can charge up to 80% from a 110V battery in around 2.3 hours. A full charge takes a little longer, at 3.25 hours. A 220V or L2 charge reduces the charging time from zero to 80 percent to 1.3 hours, while 100 percent takes 1.85 hours at this level.
What kind of maximum speed and range are we talking about? The spec sheet indicates a top speed of 120.7 km/h, with a potential range of up to 112.6 km on a single charge. Since we haven’t tested it ourselves, we can’t comment on the authenticity of these claims.
However, if they are close to reality, this model could be very good as a commuter vehicle.
The design is narrower and taller than the Anthem, with a slightly wider handlebar and a slightly different ergonomic situation. The frame that supports the Outset is the same as that of the Anthem, which you’ve probably guessed from the fact that the parts are supposed to be interchangeable between the two. It also includes a 4.9-inch TFT screen with two high-contrast visibility modes to keep the necessary information clearly visible.
The Ryvid Outset, which the company says were designed and built in California, will be available in two colors from launch: Vapor Grey and Sector Red. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in the summer of 2024.