Verge will use the Tesla NACS network for its motorcycles

Verge Motorcycles joins the ranks of well-known automotive giants GM and Ford by announcing its intention to utilize Tesla’s NACS charging network.

Until now, Verge was known for its innovative hubless rear wheel technology. But the company doesn’t seem willing to stop at this technological feat to stand out. Tesla’s decision to open up all patents on its NACS charging standard has recently garnered a great deal of international attention. Several major industry players, including General Motors, Ford, and more recently electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian, have announced they will adopt the charging system. Following the move to open the NACS charging standard, competing operators can also add charging stations equipped with NACS connectors to their networks. Until now, the patented system could only be used to charge Tesla’s own vehicles.

Verge Motorcycles thus becomes the first motorcycle manufacturer to adopt Tesla’s NACS charging connector.

Powered by a powerful motor directly integrated into the rear wheel, Verge’s electric motorcycle promises a lot on paper. The specifications are impressive: up to 150 kW (204 hp) and 1,200 Nm of torque at the wheel for the TS Ultra. It could accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and reach a speed of 200 km/h. In terms of range, its 20.6 kWh battery would allow it to travel up to 375 km on a single charge. Using NACS stations, it would recharge in less than 20 minutes. Alongside the TS Ultra, Verge also sells two more modest versions, the TS Pro and the base TS. Less powerful, they also have reduced range and recharge slightly slower.

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