Jason Momoa has developed an electromod habit that would make most petrol-loving classic car purists break out in hives. First came an electric 1929 Rolls-Royce Phantom II. Then a one-off miniature Bentley Blower EV. Now Hollywood’s Aquaman has handed a pair of rare Land Rovers and a trio of century-old Harley-Davidsons to an EV conversion company.

The latest chapter in Momoa’s increasingly eclectic garage comes courtesy of British EV specialist Electrogenic, which features prominently in the second season of his HBO Max documentary series On The Roam. This time, the company tackled five classic conversions, while also creating a battery-packed adventure trailer for extended off-grid expeditions.

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Let’s start with the motorcycles, because they put a really different spin on the whole idea of converting old ICE machines to electricity. Rather than removing the original engines, Electrogenic transformed a pair of Harley-Davidson Model JDs from the 1920s into plug-in hybrids.

Choose Your Power

Momoa can choose the bikes to be propelled by 15 hp (15 PS / 11 kW) of electric power, the original 20 hp (20 PS / 15 kW) gasoline power, or both at once on his 1924 and 1927 model JD plug-ins. There’s even enough electric assistance from the 190 lb-ft (260 Nm) electric motor to eliminate the traditional kick starter.

A third bike, a 1921 Harley-Davidson Model FD, went fully electric after its original engine was deemed beyond repair. All three use discreet 2.7 kWh battery packs hidden inside period-style panniers good for more than 50 miles (80 km) of electric riding, and feature modern braking upgrades.

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The Land Rover conversions are definitely more conventional. A 1949 Series I and a highly collectible 1961 Series IIA 109 Dormobile camper have both been converted to full electric power. Electrogenic retained the Landies’ original four-wheel-drive systems and transfer cases, meaning they should still be every bit as capable off-road, only much faster and quieter on it.

The Series I gets a 48 kWh battery and a 201 hp (204 PS / 150 kW) motor, while the Dormobile uses a larger 62 kWh pack paired with a 161 hp (163 PS / 120 kW) motor. Both offer around 150 miles (240 km) of real-world range and CCS fast charging. The Dormobile even swaps its original gas cooking setup for an induction hob, creating what is effectively a fully electric classic camper.

And finally, Electrogenic also kitted out Momoa’s Schutt Industries XVENTURE XV-2 camping trailer with a massive 93 kWh battery pack for those long, wilderness getaways. It can reportedly power camping equipment for up to a month while also serving as a mobile charging station. What do you think Momoa’s next EV commission should be?

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The popularity of powerful all-electric motorcycles has surged in recent years, partly because of their affordability and the fact that they are often classified as e-bikes, meaning they do not require registration or a driver’s license. Amazon is now moving to make some of them harder to buy in California.

The retail giant announced it will stop selling certain electric bikes capable of exceeding California’s legal speed limits. The state currently caps pedal-assisted e-bikes at 28 mph (45 km/h) and throttle-assisted e-bikes, the type more commonly used by casual riders, at 20 mph (32 km/h).

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Many manufacturers of more powerful electric two-wheelers, often with designs inspired by traditional dirt bikes, have been able to skirt local legislation by labeling them as e-bikes, even though some can exceed 60 mph (96 km/h). However, state laws do require e-bikes that exceed speed limits to be registered and to comply with certain age restrictions.

“The things people are selling as e-bikes are clearly motorcycles, mopeds, off-road dirt bikes, out-of-class devices that might have pedals, and they can sell them as ‘e-bikes’ because they are electric and they are bikes, but they’re totally illegal for electric bicycles,” Bill Sellin from the Orange County Bicycle Coalition told ABC 7.

Crashes Are On The Rise

Amazon’s crackdown comes shortly after California Attorney General Rob Bonta emphasized existing laws around e-bikes. Over the past four years, crashes and injuries linked to e-bikes and electric motorcycles have risen 430 percent in Southern California.

More recently, Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer’s office filed manslaughter charges against the mother of a 14-year-old boy accused of hitting and killing an 81-year-old man while riding an electric motorcycle. Authorities say the mother had been warned multiple times that her son was not legally allowed to ride it.

Police departments across the U.S. are struggling to figure out what to do with the explosion of electric motorcycles, Sur-Rons, dirt bikes, and high-powered e-bikes flooding suburban streets and trails. Now, one Colorado town is taking a new approach. It’s asking residents to report riders directly to police through an anonymous online portal.

The Parker Police Department in south Denver recently launched its “E-Bike, Dirt Bike, & E-Motorcycle Safety Reporting” tool, allowing residents to submit locations, rider descriptions, and details about allegedly unsafe behavior. The form includes options like “stunt riding,” “unsafe lane changes,” “running stop signs,” and even “no dangerous actions/just riding.”

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Importantly, police are making the important distinction between genuine e-bikes, the ones made for commuting, trail use, and recreation, and electric motorcycles that are often nearly inoperable with the pedals alone. According to the department, many riders are allegedly operating without licenses, insurance, or registration while also damaging parks, trails, and private property. States nationwide have seen an uptick in illegal electric motorcycle use and abuse.

Parker Police also pointed to a recent California case where a mother was charged with involuntary manslaughter after her 14-year-old son allegedly struck and killed an 81-year-old man while riding an electric motorcycle. Officials say the incident highlights the potential dangers associated with improperly used high-powered electric bikes.

That all said, the new system effectively creates a crowdsourced enforcement network where residents can anonymously report riders without any direct interaction with law enforcement. While supporters will likely argue it improves public safety, critics may see it as another example of expanding surveillance culture creeping into everyday transportation.

One local tells Carscoops, “This isn’t an e-bike or e-motorcycle issue. It’s a person issue. If kids are running from the police, it’s a parenting issue. Either way, it’s about the person riding and not the mode of transportation.”

Whether Parker’s new reporting system becomes a model for other cities or a flashpoint in the growing debate over surveillance and micromobility remains to be seen. What’s clear is that towns and police departments are rapidly losing patience with high-powered electric motorcycles operating in legally gray areas, especially as crashes, complaints, and viral social media videos continue piling up.

Credit: Parker Police Department

Brabus has taken a break from building V8-powered monsters with enough torque to twist the planet, and has partnered with a French motorcycle manufacturer to build three all-electric bikes. Dubbed the DAB 1a Brabus, Brabus Urban E, and Brabus Urban E First Edition, they appear well-suited for inner-city use.

All three are based on DAB’s existing 1a but offer different performance levels and unique designs. The DAB 1a Brabus is finished in black and features exposed carbon fiber on the belly pan, front fender, and engine cover inserts. It also rocks matte black wheel covers and an Alcantara seat with gray stitching, giving it a low-profile and stealthy look.

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Power comes courtesy of a 7.1 kWh lithium-ion battery, driving a rear-mounted electric motor with 31 hp and 291 lb-ft (395 Nm) of torque. Brabus says the bike can travel up to 93 mph (150 km/h) on a charge and run through to 75 mph (120 km/h), while it can be charged from 20 to 100 percent through a standard household plug in about 3 hours.

Brabus DAB 1a

Then there’s the Brabus Urban E. It ups the ante with an upgraded motor delivering 37 hp and 350 lb-ft (475 Nm). The Urban E also introduces carbon-fiber air ducts on the left and around the motor to help keep the electric motor cool, while the battery pack is untouched.

Style And Power

Other upgrades include newly painted gloss-black parts with red accents and carbon-fiber pieces. The wheel covers are also made from carbon fiber, vertical DRLs have been added, and there’s a Supermoto-style handlebar with CNC-machined aluminum levers. Brabus has also added keyless start to this model and included several different riding modes: Eco, Street, Sport, Nitrous, and Reverse. What’s more, there’s also a fully adjustable suspension and upgraded Brembo brakes.

Brabus Urban E

Rounding out the trio is the Urban E First Edition. It has all the same features as the regular Urban E, but is offered in four distinctive colors: Peetch, Desert Sand, Superviolet, and Fusion Red. Each color will be limited to just 10 units.

While the designs of the bikes are quite appealing, their prices aren’t so pretty. The base DAB 1a Brabus starts at €16,590 ($19,500), the Urban E is priced from €20,800 ($24,400), and the First Edition is €32,500 ($38,100). To put those figures into perspective, you can get a brand new BMW S 1000 RR, a top-notch superbike that comes with no less than 215 hp, loaded with features for around €25,000 ($29,000). Guess it’s another case of horses for courses…

Brabus Urban E First Edition

Electrified bike-shaped vehicles are becoming more and more commonplace across the USA. One of the latest additions to the market is the Infinite Machine Olto, and what it might lack in lightweight construction or conventional design, it makes up for in sheer utility and practicality. Now, after a review and a deep dive into the specs, it’s easy to see why the manufacturer sees it as a car alternative.

The Olto is technically classified as a Class 2 ebike in most places. That’s problematic for real ebike riders, as we’ve pointed out in the past. The loophole that allows this 175-lb electric moped that goes up to 33 mph (and faster downhill) to be sold as an ebike is probably also what allows Infinite Machine to build and sell it in the first place. As an e-moped or e-motorcycle (both things that it’s far more akin to), it would have to navigate more regulations, and riders would likely need to do more with regard to getting licensed and insured to use it.

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That said, the product itself is noteworthy for several reasons. Let’s start with the basics. The Olto starts at $3,495, and for that price, buyers get a 48-volt architecture, a 25-Ah removable battery, a 2-kW rear hub motor, weatherproof aluminum bodywork, NFC unlocking, GPS tracking, anti-theft alerts, automatic steering lock, USB-C charging, and even over-the-air software updates. In other words, it has more tech than some actual cars.

The Olto’s biggest trick is that it changes personality depending on how you use it. In Class 2 mode, it behaves like a legal e-bike with a 20 mph top speed and throttle operation. Switch to Class 3 and it can hit 28 mph, although you have to use pedal assist (yes, it has dinky little almost vestigial pedals to get into the ebike segment). Put it in Off-Road mode, and the full 33 mph is unlocked. Infinite Machine says the companion app can even tailor the settings based on local laws. In its review of the Olto, The Verge says it managed to achieve 36 mph.

All of that tech should explain why Infinite Machine sees this as a car alternative. With 40 miles of range, it’s more than enough for most commutes, errands, or quick city runs. That said, if the battery dies, good luck pedaling it.

Most folks would struggle to pedal a 30lb mountain bike very far, and those are designed for human-powered movement only. The Olto isn’t. On the plus side, the removable battery can be charged indoors, while the bike itself is designed to stay outside thanks to its weatherproof construction and built-in security features. Is it truly worth $3,495? Probably for those who will truly use it instead of a car.

Most ebikes don’t offer the modularity and practicality of the Olto. It’s available with a slew of accessories such as a kid carrier, storage bins, baskets, racks, and more. That’s a great combo of features and flexibility. We just hope regulation figures out how to allow things like the Olto without sentencing actual ebike riders to wearing motorcycle helmets and having ebike insurance while they’re on a greenway.