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Lightning LS-218 SuperBike 20162016 Lightning LS-218 SuperBike specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
| Lightning's profilation of this bike |
| The Lightning SuperBike became the world’s fastest production electric motorcycle with the SCTA official World Record of 215.960 mph and a best timed run of 218.637 mph at Bonneville during Speedweek in August. Our SuperBike also holds the world land speed record for the fastest production motorcycle, electric or otherwise. |
| General information | |
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| Model name | Lightning LS-218 SuperBike |
| Year | 2016 |
| Category | Sport |
| Price as new | US$ 38888. MSRP depends on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Rating | 3.4 Check out the detailed rating of racing track capabilities, engine performance, accident risk, etc. Compare with any other bike. |
| Engine and transmission | |
| Engine type | Electric |
| Engine details | IPM liquid cooled electric motor |
| Power | 200.0 HP (146.0 kW)) @ 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 227.8 Nm (23.2 kgf-m or 168.0 ft.lbs) |
| Top speed | 350.8 km/h (218.0 mph) |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Driveline | No transmission. Direct drive motor. |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Front suspension | RaceTech fork, optionally Öhlins FGRT inverted fork. |
| Rear suspension | Öhlins TTX36 Shock and linkage system |
| Front tire | 120/70-ZR17 |
| Rear tire | 190/55-ZR17 |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Bremo |
| Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Bremo |
| Diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Dry weight | 224.5 kg (495.0 pounds) |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.8907 HP/kg |
| Seat height | 813 mm (32.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Blue/white |
| Starter | Electric |
| Comments | Various 380V 12-20 kWh battery packs with a range up to 170 miles. 30 mins charging on a DC fast charger. |
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| Further information | |
| Insurance costs | Compare US insurance quotes from the nation's top providers. |
| Parts finder | Check out our overview of motorcycle webshops at Bikez.info. |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 16 Lightning LS-218 SuperBike discussion group or the general Lightning discussion group. |
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Reliability for the 2016 Lightning LS-218 SuperBike:  (72.4 out of 100)Click here for complete rating. |
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