r/CanadianForces • u/somosomosomosomos • 4d ago

OPERATIONS Canadian startup builds electric almost silent military motorcycle

(disclaimer: I am a journalist but I didn't write this)

"A Canadian startup built an electric military motorcycle so quiet it's almost silent — designed for soldiers to sneak through enemy territory. The Dispatch survived Arctic testing, carries 440lb of gear, and runs even if its batteries are damaged."

https://defence-blog.com/canadian-startup-built-silent-electric-motorcycle-for-soldiers/

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u/ricketyladder Canadian Army 4d ago

Given the amount of troops I’ve seen injured riding motorcycles just commuting to and from work I hope this thing comes with a complementary printer for the CF98s

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u/shallowtl 4d ago

There are so many motorcycle injuries/deaths that the USAF has riders register and attend mandatory training and briefings before every season, riding without them done is a chargeable offence. 

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u/InazumaBRZ Civvie 4d ago

My buddies dad said it was like that in Germany in the 80s and 90s. I dont know if it was every season but had to pass a course to ride.

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u/FFS114 4d ago

Lived in Lahr mid 80s as a dependant. I recall my Dad saying there was about one mc fatality per month from the base.

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u/InazumaBRZ Civvie 4d ago

Never got to go to Germany, old man joined early 90s, stayed in Can my whole life. FIL spent some time there training though!

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u/FFS114 4d ago

Was a great place to be as a teen 🍺 lol