Sustainable mobility does not only apply to cars, an idea with which you will remember that we have started previous articles. However, now we do it again because everything has changed: this motorcycle engine is not electric and does not use gasoline either, but this new fuel that, until recently, was “illegal.” We explain what has happened and the reasons why it was considered so.
This motorcycle is zero-emissions, but not electric: futuristic, innovative concept.
Suzuki, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer, has recently unveiled a groundbreaking concept that could shape the future of two-wheeled transportation: The focus is on the hydrogen-powered Burgman scooter. This innovative project is truly a leap in making motorcycles more environmentally friendly.
One of Suzuki’s popular models, the Burgman scooter that is customarily designed for practicality and comfort, has taken the shape of a hydrogen-powered vehicle. While the standard fuel cell technology, which underpins hydrogen-provided automobiles, has certain similarities, the Suzuki’s concept uses internal combustion engine.
The middle of this advanced scooter is a hydrogen fuel tank with a nominal pressure of 70Mpa (10,153 PSI), which is capable of delivering the required energy for movement. Their claims regarding the scooter and its general performance, as well as specific details, still need to be made clear.
The first-ever motorcycle hydrogen engine? What Suzuki has achieved
Transitionalizing from gasoline powered motorbikes to those that use hydrogen has many benefits which might completely transform the market of motorcycles. Hydrogen in its current form presents a clean and renewable source of energy.
The objective, according to Suzuki, was to provide a promising solution to minimize carbon emissions as much as possible to support the continued progress towards a cleaner and greener future. Suzuki has refused to let go of motorcycles and scooters as a means of transportation,
At the same time, it seeks to add some measure of sustainability by replacing fuel with hydrogen. Meanwhile, hydrogen power can also be the solution to the internal combustion engine or even electric cars, where infrastructure for battery charging stations still needs to be improved.
The time and distance that is taken for fuelling the vehicle and more so since these vehicles use hydrogen which is more efficient, make the vehicles to be more preferable by the rider. The key is to extend the so-called “range anxiety” to increase range beyond the psychological barrier of 300 km.
Suzuki Burgman, the first hydrogen motorcycle in history: how it could change everything
The Burgman scooter, as powered by hydrogen is a concept being tested at the moment and there are no plans yet for mass production of this type of scooter but the fact that Suzuki is even considering such ideas proves that the automaker is open to change and is willing to embrace the green revolution.
Further information is expected to be available from the upcoming 2024 Japan Mobility Show that is planned to take place from October to November. Continued with the advancement in the world and the need to go green the motorcycle industry has no option but to change to meet the requirements of the world.
In line with this, Suzuki Company has not left behind in this aspect; the hydrogen powered Burgman scooter is a clear indication of the company’s vision and dint in trying to make the future. What’s more, it has a potential that may take years for other brands to even reach, you’ll see.
As you can see, the first motorcycle hydrogen engine is here to change everything, not only in terms of sustainable mobility but also geostrategically. Japan has taken a leap to overtake China, which relies exclusively on EVs with brands like BYD or Xiaomi. Faced with these, we will now have Toyota and other giants, such as Suzuki, which we have talked about on this occasion.
