Last year, the world's first TTXGP, zero-emissions, electric superbike race was held in the Isle of Man. This year, contestants won't have to worry about traveling all the way to the Irish Sea -- the competition will go down in California (where 10 of the 12 contestants are based). Here's our list of the three competitors who we think have the best shot at victory:
Electric Motorsport (Oakland, California) -- Last year's race winner, Electric Motorsport is looking to defend their title with a converted Yamaha R6 with a custom-wound AC induction motor and a 10.5 kilowatt/hour, 108-volt battery pack. Top speed: 120 MPH.
The Old Guy
Blue Grass (Monterey, Virginia). Can the only licensed antique vehicle racing in the event take home a win? It's definitely a possibility. The Blue Grass Electra is a 1966 Norton Atlas retrofitted with a 118-volt induction motor and a lithium polymer battery that manages to push out 50 horsepower. Top speed: 120 MPH.
The Girl
Werkstatt Motorcycle Racing and Repair (San Francisco, California). Jennifer Bromme doesn't just own the shop supplying the bike, she'll be racing her own $45,000 Mavizen TTX02. Don't let her ponytail fool you, though -- her bike gets 81-horsepower from the 96-volt Agni 95R motor. Top speed: 130 MPH.
Didn't see your favorite on the list? Check out all the entrants here.
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