Dirt bikes are going green
Dirt bikes are going green. The new Zero X electric off-road motorcycle is powered by a recyclable lithium ion battery. Fuel costs one cent per mile.”It’s quiet, clean and fun,” says John Eisler of Mountain Utility Electric Vehicles, Zero Motorcycles’ Colorado representative.The Zero X accelerates from zero to 30 mph in under two seconds and reaches speeds as high as 55 mph, Eisler said. It weighs only 150 pounds. Each battery charge sustains the bike for a 40-mile range.Eisler is inviting the public to Blodgett Ranch for test rides on Saturday. Usually a private estate, the ranch’s terrain will showcase the off-road performance of the Zero X.”Bring your riding gear,” Eisler said. The bike is easy to ride, but powerful.Ride the Zero x electric motorcycleWhen: 1- 5 p.m. SaturdayWhere: Blodgett Ranch, 2906 Blodgett Mountain HeightsFor more information: Call 970-217-3655 or email john@muev.com.
Ryan Watkins of Stephenville, Texas, competes in tie down roping in the 69th annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Wednesday, July 8, 2009. Photo by KEVIN KRECK, THE GAZETTE