Damon Motors advances towards commercialization for their electric motorcycle
by CM Staff
Damon has partnered with Swiss die casting company, Aluwag AG, to produce the motorcycle's die-cast aluminum battery case.
VANCOUVER — Damon Motors Inc. announces advancements in the commercialization and production preparations of its flagship motorcycle, the Damon HyperSport. In a strategic move to bolster the Company’s production capabilities, Damon has partnered with Swiss die casting company, Aluwag AG, to produce the motorcycle’s die-cast aluminum battery case. Furthermore, Damon is collaborating with Taiwan-based manufacturer, Fukuta Elec. & Mach. Co. Ltd, to bring its high-speed electric motor-gearbox into production.
“We’re blown away by our HyperDrive battery and powertrain performance,” says Damon’s CTO Derek Dorresteyn. “It’s a game-changer, propelling us closer to production goals.”
Damon says they have USD$88 million in reservation orders from over 3400 people. They say they are the only motorcycle company to feature patented transforming rider ergonomics Shift™, and offers a unique high-voltage 200hp powerplant.
The collaboration with Aluwag AG marks a step in motorcycle engineering and design. The Swiss company, known for its background in die casting, has received the final tool designs from Damon to produce its large, 20kWh patented assembly battery case that not only acts as a watertight enclosure for the HyperSport’s 500-volt liquid-cooled pack, but also doubles as the motorcycle’s chassis.
“We are honored to work with Damon, a company that shares our commitment to innovation and quality,” said René Wagner, CEO of Aluwag AG. “This partnership is a testament to the power of collaboration in advancing the future of electric mobility. Our die casting expertise, combined with Damon’s visionary design, will produce a motorcycle battery case that is not only functional but integral to the HyperSport’s structural integrity.”
In addition to the collaboration with Aluwag AG, Damon is excited to announce its partnership with Fukuta Elec. & Mach. Co. Ltd, a leader in the electric vehicle motor space known for its automated winding equipment, precision stamping, and assembly of motors. Fukuta Elec. & Mach. Co. Ltd has received the final tool designs to produce Damon’s patented high-speed electric motor-gearbox.
“We are excited about the opportunity to produce Damon’s compact motor-gearbox,” said Gordon Chang, CEO of Fukuta Elec. & Mach. Co. Ltd. “Our collaboration with Damon showcases our capabilities and commitment to innovation in the EV space, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in motorcycle performance.”
Damon CEO Jay Giraud adds, “Aluwag AG and Fukuta Elec. & Mach. Co. Ltd are vital partners in our mission. Together, we’re reshaping motorcycling’s future, where the performance-to-weight ratio can start to exceed that of combustion motorcycles.”
