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On March 22, 2025, Verge Motorcycles made history by setting a new Guinness World Record for the longest journey by an electric motorbike on a single charge. Using their serially manufactured Verge TS Pro, the company covered an impressive 310.689 kilometers (193.053 miles) in London, United Kingdom. This achievement showcases the potential of electric motorbikes for long-distance travel and highlights the innovative technology driving Verge’s designs. The event, which unfolded over more than 16 hours, underscores a significant step forward for sustainable transportation.
Key Highlights:
- Record Distance: The motorbike traveled 310.689 kilometers (193.053 miles) on a single charge.
- Duration: The journey lasted over 16 hours.
- Location: The record was set in suburban areas within the London M25 ring road.
- Team: Experienced electric vehicle specialists Sam Clarke and Sara Sloman drove the motorbike.
- Technology: The Verge TS Pro features unique proprietary architecture enhancing efficiency and performance.
The record-breaking effort involved a skilled team, including drivers Sam Clarke and Sara Sloman, both respected figures in the electric vehicle community. They navigated through typical urban challenges—traffic congestion, lights, and pedestrian crossings—demonstrating the motorbike’s reliability in real-world conditions. Remarkably, after completing the journey, the battery retained about seven percent charge, suggesting it could have gone even farther. The route was carefully tracked by Webfleet, with Generate Media documenting the event and AA (The Automobile Association) ensuring the motorbike’s functionality.
Verge Motorcycles’ CMO, Lauri Laukkanen, called the milestone a proud moment, emphasizing the years of development behind the motorbike’s efficiency and performance. The record-breaking drive not only sets a new standard but also inspires confidence in electric mobility’s future.
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This achievement signals exciting possibilities for electric motorbikes, blending cutting-edge technology with practical, long-range capability.
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