Recently, social media has been buzzing with claims that Tesla is about to launch an electric motorbike priced at only $699, cheaper than the popular Honda Wave Alpha. But how accurate is this information?
Tesla’s Electric Motorcycle: Rumor or Reality?
This story gained traction, suggesting that Tesla’s first electric motorbike would soon enter the market at an astonishingly low price point of $699. Yet, only a handful of sources, including a lesser-known Pakistani website, reported this “news.”
This lack of global coverage is surprising, as any significant move by Tesla or Elon Musk is usually followed worldwide. Even minor announcements, social media posts, or speculative comments from Musk regularly make headlines. For instance, the launch of Tesla’s Model 3, Cybertruck, and Cybercab was preceded by a flood of rumors, predictions, and leaked insights. When those vehicles hit the market, they triggered endless reviews, commentary, and debates about Tesla’s future.
By contrast, this rumor about a $699 electric motorbike has not attracted significant attention or coverage. Digging deeper, a report discovered that the article published by Pakistan’s Auto Power included an AI-generated image, which could not be traced back to any official source. Beyond this obscure website and vague social media posts, the rumor was also picked up by YouTube channels such as “Elon Musk Rewind.” However, even the channel admitted, “This video discusses unverified information and theories. It’s for educational purposes and should not be considered proven fact.”
From these observations, it’s clear that the claim of Tesla producing a $699 electric motorbike is likely just a rumor.
Why Tesla Isn’t Likely to Make an Electric Motorcycle
Many Tesla enthusiasts have long hoped the company would enter the electric motorbike market. But in the 15 years since its founding, Tesla has focused on producing four-wheeled vehicles, showing little interest in motorcycles. Tesla’s earnings calls and official announcements rarely, if ever, discuss motorcycles as a prospective segment.
The only time Musk publicly addressed motorcycles was during Tesla’s 2018 shareholder meeting, where a reporter asked if Tesla would ever consider entering the motorcycle market. Musk then shared a personal anecdote: as a young man, he raced motorcycles until an accident involving a truck nearly took his life. “That’s why Tesla won’t venture into making motorcycles,” he replied. His brief but humorous response underscored his reservations about motorcycle safety, and since that meeting, he has not indicated any change in his stance.
Tesla’s decision to avoid motorcycles could be rooted in a few additional factors beyond safety concerns. Primarily, the market demand in the U.S. is relatively low for electric motorbikes. Despite being the world’s second-largest market for electric cars, the U.S. has shown minimal interest in electric motorcycles. Traditional motorcycles and larger vehicles continue to dominate consumer preferences in the country.
The Bottom Line
The rumor that Tesla is releasing a $699 electric motorcycle is unsubstantiated. Elon Musk’s past statements suggest that Tesla is unlikely to enter the motorcycle segment, especially given his own experience with motorcycle safety and the current market dynamics. With Tesla’s focus on four-wheeled electric vehicles and next-generation technologies, the electric motorbike market seems to be an area the company will leave to other manufacturers—at least for now. While Tesla continues to innovate and expand its portfolio, an electric motorbike doesn’t appear to be on the horizon.
