MotoCzysz wins TT Zero, doesn’t break 100mph barrier

Riding the 2011 MotoCzysz E1pc, Michael Rutter has won the Isle of Man’s TT Zero electric motorcycle race. But, even though teammate Mark Miller placed a close second, the victory is somewhat qualified. MotoCzysz was widely expected to break the … Continued

Michael Czysz on the 2011 MotoCzysz E1pc

We caught up with Michael Czysz this morning when rain delayed the Isle of Man’s TT Zero race until tomorrow and finally squeezed details of the 2011 MotoCzysz E1pc out of him. Is this new bike really a significant step … Continued

Video: Isle of Man TT Zero practice

This trackside video captures seven of the nine teams that participated in yesterday’s TT Zero practice. What’s impressive is how fast all these bikes look as they fly down the straight at Ago’s Leap in Douglas. Unsurprisingly, its the two … Continued

2011 MotoCzysz E1pc: 37 beautiful, high-res photos

Exclusive to Hell For Leather, this professional photo shoot reveals the 2011 MotoCzysz E1pc in its full glory. Much more than an update on last year’s bike, this year sees the usual less weight and more power, but also dramatic … Continued

2011 MotoCzysz E1pc in action

Our buddy Jamie Robinson snapped these pictures for us as Michael Rutter turned a wheel on the 2011 MotoCysz E1pc for the first time. Jamie reports that Rutter was “steady” at the test on the Isle of Man’s Jurby Airfield, … Continued

2011 MotoCzysz E1pc: first full photos

These are the first full photos of the 2011 MotoCzysz E1pc, a bike that Michael Czysz tells us is, “fucking fast!!!” Over last year’s bike, it has more battery capacity, less weight and makes more power and torque. 200bhp in … Continued

Sneak Peak: 2011 MotoCzysz E1pc

On Tuesday, we gave you the first look at the 2011 MotoCzysz E1pc’s new 200bhp motor. Now here’s a teaser shot of the completed bike. As you can see, its battery pack — now with cells produced by Dow Kokam … Continued