Kawasaki returns with its “quiet off-road fun”

Exactly two years ago, Kawasaki presented its first electric motorcycle: the Elektrode. In 2024, the Japanese brand returns with the Electrode 20a variant of the brand’s first electric “Balance bike”, equipped with 20-inch tires. In this way, the age range has also been expanded to allow young people to enjoy this notion of mobility.

Kawasaki Elektrode 20 in detail

New Electrode 20 It is powered by a combination of Battery 48 V/10.2 Ah (489.6 Wh) connected to a motor in the rear wheel of 750W; a substantial increase compared to the Elektrode 16 motor, which is 250 W. With possibility of recharging, thanks to the charger and the charging cable connected to the battery housed in the downtube of the frame, from zero to full charge in four hours with a 90% charge in just three hours.

With three selectable speed modesdrivers can adjust the operation of the Electrode 20 and therefore performance, adapting it to your skills and needs: low, medium and high, with the comfort of long driving sessions. It is possible to ride for a full hour in High mode, and longer periods at lower speeds depending on weight, terrain and usage.

In terms of the cycle part, this Electrode 20 It is equipped with a telescopic front fork, front and rear mechanical brakes (operated by the left and right handlebar levers), and knobby tires wearing 20-inch (50.8 cm) rims. And, in order to accommodate as many riders as possible, the seat offers a generous height adjustment of 143mm.

It even features an MX-style front number, to further reinforce its Offroad-focused appearance and personality. Combined with the use of Kawasaki’s evocative lime green color, they make the Elektrode 20 a balanced and efficient model to start practicing mud riding. With it, Kawasaki goes even further in terms of performance, while keeping the philosophy of its younger sister, the Elektrode 16, unchanged.

The brand has announced that the first units of the Elektrode 20 will arrive at European dealerships next season.

More information and details on the official Kawasaki website or at one of the authorized distributors who currently collaborate with the Japanese firm in our country.