Project Triumph TE-1 prototype, with sporty looks, unveiled
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British automaker Triumph has revealed its Project TE-1 prototype motorcycle. This marks the completion of its third phase of development. As for the highlights, the bike sports a Speed Triple RS-inspired look and offers a digital instrument cluster as well as a full-LED lighting setup. It draws power from an electric powertrain with a motor that features silicon carbide switching technology.
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Why does this story matter?
The TE-1 has been jointly developed by Triumph Motorcycles and Williams Advanced Engineering. Its production version will be Triumph's first electric motorbike. Once the two-wheeler is up for grabs, it should rack up decent sales in the overseas markets. If it makes its way to India, the competition in the electric two-wheeler segment will be raised to a great extent.
Design
The bike has a rider-only seat and twin-pod headlight
Triumph TE-1 has an aggressive look, featuring a bolted sub-frame, a muscular fuel tank-like structure with extensions, a rider-only saddle, a wide handlebar, and a twin-pod headlamp. The prototype bike packs an all-LED setup for lighting, a digital instrument cluster, and rides on designer wheels. The kerb weight and ground clearance of the two-wheeler are yet to be disclosed.
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Its powertrain has a scalable integrated inverter
The Triumph TE-1 is fueled by an electric powertrain that pairs a scalable integrated inverter with a motor that has silicon carbide switching technology. However, details related to the specifications, power figures, and range are yet to be disclosed.
Safety
It gets inverted front forks
To ensure the safety of the rider, the Triumph TE-1 prototype is equipped with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels. It should also get ABS for improved handling on the roads. Suspension duties on the motorcycle are taken care of by Ohlins-sourced inverted forks on the front side and a mono-shock unit on the rear end.
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Project Triumph TE-1 is still under testing phase
The Triumph TE-1 will enter the fourth phase of testing, which includes the assessment of its engine performance, battery range, thermal optimization, acceleration, traction control, and handling, among other parameters. The tests should be completed by the end of summer this year.