In Pictures: British firm to debut retro electric motorcycle with novel two-speed seamless-shift gearbox at EICMA

Electric two-wheelers are already a common sight in city traffic, the market E-Motiv Shift Systems hopes to advance with its seamless-shift gearbox.

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The British demonstrator aims to show that a two-speed powershift transmission can sharpen electric motorcycle performance.

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E-Motiv's project targets better acceleration and efficiency, qualities that could translate well to machines like these electric dirt bikes.

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EICMA in Milan, where the demonstrator debuts, is the industry's key stage for new electric two-wheeler technology.

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Real-world testing of the gearbox is scheduled for early 2027, following the £1 million government-funded development program.

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The seamless-shift design promises to change gears without interrupting power delivery to the rear wheel.

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Urban commuters stand to benefit most if the transmission delivers smoother, more efficient electric riding.

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Scooters and motorcycles remain dominant in dense city neighborhoods, where efficiency gains matter most.

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The project pairs E-Motiv Shift Systems with BSA and the University of Bath to bring the novel gearbox closer to production.

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