Side-by-Side Comparison

Shema Eagle vs Lightning LS-218

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Cuba.

Shema

Key Specifications

Shema EagleSpecLightning LS-218

—Price—

—Engine (cc)—

2Power (hp)9999

50Torque (Nm)9999

100.0Mileage (km/l)—

150Weight (kg)9999

—Fuel Tank (L)—

8.2Rating9.5

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Lightning LS-218

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Full Specifications

Basic Information

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

Single-cylinderEngine TypeIPM liquid cooled electric motor

DigitalController TypeFluxVector Drive System

ManualTransmission TypeDirect single speed drive

Wet Multi-PlateClutch TypeNone (Direct Drive)

ChainDrive TypeDirect Single Speed Drive

ShemaBrandLightning

EagleModelLS-218

Shema EagleBike NameLightning LS-218

2023Model Year2014

Electric MotorcycleCategory/TypeElectric Superbike

IndiaCountry of OriginUSA

IndiaAssembly LocationUSA

AvailableStatusAvailable

Black, Red, BlueColors AvailableNot specified

Lithium-ionBattery TypeLithium-Ion

Fast ChargerCharger TypeOn-board 3.3kw Charger with CCS Level 2+3

Single SeatSeat TypeComfortable, ergonomic

StraightHandle TypeStandard

SteelFrame TypeCarbon fiber and Aluminum

AluminumSwingarm TypeBillet aluminum swingarm

Engine & Performance

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

10 kWMaximum Power244 hp

50 NmMaximum Torque220 ft-lb

10 kWPeak Power244 HP

1Number of Cylinders—

SOHCValve Configuration—

2Valves Per Cylinder—

NABore—

NAStroke—

NACompression Ratio—

Air-cooledCooling SystemLiquid Cooled

ElectricFuel Supply System—

ElectronicIgnition SystemElectric Start

SingleEngine LayoutIPM liquid-cooled electric motor

NAEngine Oil Grade—

NAValve Adjustment Interval—

ElectricStarting SystemElectric Start

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

2.5Power-to-Weight RatioNot specified

5 kWh/100kmPower ConsumptionNot specified

10 kWMotor Power180 kW

Zero EmissionsEmission StandardZero Emission (Electric)

72 VBattery PowerUp to 28 kWh (LFCS option)

YesPower Mode IndicatorYes

Fuel & Mileage

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

NAEngine Oil Capacity—

NAFuel Tank Capacity—

NAFuel Economy—

100 km per chargeAverage Mileage—

NAMileage City—

NAMileage Highway—

150 kgLoad Capacity—

72 V 40 AhBattery Capacity15 kWh

100 kmRange188 miles

YesRange IndicatorYes

120 kmRange Per Charge (Eco)Up to 335 miles

100 kmRange Per Charge (Normal)160–180 miles

80 kmRange Per Charge (Sport)Not specified

YesLow Fuel WarningBattery low indicator

Performance & Speed

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

120 km/hTop Speed218 mph

3.5 secAcceleration (0-60)2.0 seconds

6.5 secAcceleration (0-100)5.5 seconds

NoQuick ShifterNo

NoLaunch ControlNo

YesTraction ControlAvailable

Transmission & Drive

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

1Number of Gears—

AutomaticGear PatternSingle speed

ChainPrimary DriveChain drive

ChainFinal DriveChain

ChainDrive Chain/Belt TypeChain drive

20,000 kmChain/Belt Life—

Dimensions & Weight

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

2050 mmOverall Length—

800 mmOverall Width—

1200 mmOverall Height—

1350 mmWheelbase—

180 mmGround Clearance—

800 mmSeat Height813 mm

NAStep-up Seat Height—

150 kgKerb Weight225 kg

160 kgGross Weight495225

20 kgBattery WeightNot specified

Brakes & Safety

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

DiscFront Brake TypeDual Brembo T-Drive Fully-Floating Rotors

DiscRear Brake TypeSingle disc

280 mmFront Brake Size320 mm

240 mmRear Brake Size240 mm

Single ChannelABS TypeDual-Channel ABS

15,000 kmBrake Pad Life—

30 metersBraking DistanceNot specified

YesRegenerative BrakingProgrammable

YesAnti-Theft SystemTwo kill switches

NoCentral LockYes

NoRemote LockNo

YesHandle LockYes

YesSteering LockYes

Suspension & Handling

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

Telescopic ForkFront Suspension TypeÖhlins FGRT inverted fork

Mono ShockRear Suspension TypeBillet aluminum swingarm with Öhlins TTX36 Shock

120 mmFront Suspension Travel—

120 mmRear Suspension Travel—

NoAdjustable ControlsFully adjustable Öhlins suspension

30 degreesClimbing AbilityNot specified

Wheels & Tires

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

90/90-17Front Tyre Size120/70ZR17

120/80-17Rear Tyre Size190/55ZR17

17 inchesFront Wheel Size17 inch

17 inchesRear Wheel Size17 inch

TubelessTyre Type—

MRFTyre Brand—

20,000 kmTyre Life—

AlloyWheel TypeForged Aluminum

AluminumWheel Material7075 Forged Aluminum

Electrical & Battery

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

95%Motor EfficiencyNot specified

10 yearsMotor LifeNot specified

Hub MotorMotor PlacementIntegrated motor and controller

Brushless DCMotor ControllerFluxVector Drive System

72 VController Voltage300V

5 yearsController LifeNot specified

72 VBattery Voltage380V

40 AhBattery Rating—

8 yearsBattery Life—

3 yearsBattery WarrantyNot specified

YesBattery RemovableNo

USD 500Battery Replacement Cost—

YesBattery Health CheckYes

YesBattery Life IndicatorYes

YesBattery Management SystemYes

6 hoursCharging Time12 minutes to 80% (Fast Charge)

StandardCharging PortYes

220VCharging Input120-240V AC

YesFast ChargingAvailable

NoUSB ChargingNo

Lighting & Display

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

YesError Code DisplayYes

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

YesDRL—

YesHazard LightNo

DigitalDisplay TypeDigital race data acquisition system

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

DigitalTachometer Type—

DigitalFuel Gauge TypeBattery level indicator

YesClockDigital LCD

YesPass Light SwitchYes

YesSide Stand IndicatorNo

Technology & Features

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

YesTrip Meter—

YesMobile ConnectivityNo

YesBluetooth FeaturesNo

YesNavigationNo

—Riding ModesMultiple modes (Eco, Sport, etc.)

—Parking ModeNo

—Reverse ModeNo

Comfort & Ergonomics

Shema EagleAttributeLightning LS-218

YesPillion SeatSingle seat with lumbar support

YesPillion FootrestYes

YesUnder Seat Storage—

—Wind ProtectionAerodynamic Carbon Fiber Fairings

—Pillion Grab RailsYes

—Footpeg PositionStandard

—Storage CompartmentsNo

Shema Eagle vs Lightning LS-218: Which one should you buy in Cuba?

The Shema Eagle and Lightning LS-218 are two popular motorcycles in Cuba. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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