With the Kalk AP she has demonstrated the previously-thought impossible effectiveness , durability and versatility of an electric motorcycle , overcoming the array of vehicular challenges presented by charging , mechanical care and spare parts . Together they achieved a feat that was far beyond the bike ’ s intended purpose . Originally designed for short bursts of fun riding , the Kalk AP exceeded expectations by completing the 13,000 km-long journey in just 124 days , without experiencing even one flat tyre , and requiring less than 140 charges . “ The Kalk was simply amazing ! Maintenance was almost zero , adjusting and lubing the chain was basically it . Some minor issues that could be fixed , and I didn ’ t have a single flat tyre . It drew so much attention , wherever I stopped people would come and ask about it , many said it was the first time for them to see an electric motorcycle . They couldn ’ t believe I came from so far away ! Finding places to charge was the hardest part , in some areas it was extremely difficult , and I had to plan the day very thoroughly . Many times , I didn ’ t know if I would find a place to charge at all ! I had a couple of minor crashes in difficult terrain at low speed , but more than once I was almost run over by cars ; traffic is crazy and cars that overtake don ’ t leave any space !”
28 KIWI RIDER