Words by Julia LaPalme
Photos by Julia LaPalme
There’s a distinct difference between a concept vehicle and an experimental vehicle, according to Hugo Eccles, co-owner and design director of Untitled Motorcycles. A concept vehicle is not seen as a real thing, doesn’t usually work, but is simply beautiful to look at. First glance at the Zero XP, the latest creation to come out of Untitled’s San Francisco studio, might give the impression that this futuristic motorcycle fits that description perfectly. As if plucked from a scene from Bladerunner, this unique electric motorcycle features angular lines and bodywork, bright distinctive LED lighting from tip to tail, and integrated displays in the top triple clamp and what would otherwise be referred to as the “fuel tank.” But the XP is no concept bike. XP stands for “Experimental Platform,” which is better than a concept vehicle. “This is a road registered bike that works,” Eccles insists proudly. “And you can ride it.”
