- By Divanshi Sharma
- Tue, 19 Dec 2023 04:08 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Automobile manufacturers have recently started directing more focus towards greener and cleaner fuel and powertrains due to the increasing concerns regarding vehicular emissions. Japanese motorcycle brand Kawasaki is also among such manufacturers as it has showcased a concept motorcycle that will be powered by Hydrogen. Another Japanese manufacturer, Suzuki showcased the hydrogen-powered scooter concept called Burgman at the Tokyo Motor Show 2023.
Additionally, Kawasaki had recently unveiled a four-wheeled experimental vehicle called the HySE-X1 which also runs on hydrogen and is designed for the Mission 1000 program at the 2024 Dakar Rally. The new Kawasaki hydrogen powered motorcycle concept was showcased at Kawasaki’s Group Vision 2030 Progress Report Meeting on December 12, 2023.
In terms of design, this motorcycle seems to draw inspiration from the manufacturer's larger superbikes and showcases a muscular and bulky design. It gets design elements like an H-shaped LED DRL around the LED projector headlamp. It also gets a big windscreen along with big wing mirrors which are integrated with LED turn indicators. It also features a split LED taillight. This Kawasaki hydrogen powered bike concept was adorned with blue accents that signified the environmentally friendly nature of the bike. Looking at the side profile, the Kawasaki hydrogen powered bike concept features a big exhaust and two sizable boxes that resemble panniers. However, these are probably not actual panniers considering that this is a sports bike.
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The automotive industry has been hustling towards electric and self-driving vehicle technology. Therefore, the usage of hydrogen for power remains relatively untouched in the motorcycle segment. Kawasaki's H2 HySE aims to alter this narrative by bringing an advanced hydrogen fuel cell system to the sports bike category. Kawasaki has not disclosed any information about the powertrain or performance specifications of the bike. However, it's anticipated that the automaker will provide more details in the upcoming days.