The first CAN-AM electric mountain bike can transport more than its gas models

CAN-AM, part of the BRP car sports group which recently introduced snowmobilehas just launched its first all-terrain electric vehicle (mountain bike). THE Outlander Electric is designed to be “silent” for tasks such as breeding or hunting, but it can in order to tow more than its gas counterparts thanks to the high level of torque.

Powered by the Rotax E-Power modular transmission of BRP (also used in the company’s electric snowmobiles and motorcycles), the Outlander Electric is up to 47 HP and 53 LB-Pi of torque, the last of which is more than the ATVs powered by the company. Consequently, the electric model offers 1,830 pounds of towing capacity, the largest number of mountain bikes, depending on the company.

The 8.9 kWh battery offers approximately 50 km (80 km), about half of what a petrol mountain bike will obtain depending on the model. It can be loaded 20 to 80% in about 50 minutes using a level 2 charger.

The other features include selectable driving modes (normal, sport and work) depending on whether you drive or trailer items around your ranch, 12 inches of release and two -speed transmission. However, the main advantage that the CAN-AM is touting is the lack of noise due to the liquid cooling system, an optimized suspension and special tires. With this, the Outlander Electric is less likely to frighten farm or fauna, making it a good option for farmers, hunters and park guards. The ATV Can-Am Outlander Electric is now available from the offers and the can’am website From $ 12,999.