As a company, Energica has had quite a year in 2019 as it reaped the benefits of its exclusive involvement in the FIM MotoE world championship to the tune of a 57-percent increase in revenue growth between Q1 2018 and Q1 2019. This competition-based test bed has also led to the development of a new and improved 21.5 kWh lithium-polymer battery which is being hailed as the lightest, most long-lasting battery ever created for a production motorcycle. All three of the 2020 Energica Ego+, EsseEsse9+, and Eva Ribelle will be offered with the new 21.5 kWh battery or the previous-generation 13.4 kWh battery packs.

The plus-series electric motorcycles performance numbers will benefit from the improved battery pack starting with 145 hp (107 kW) and 158 pound-feet (215Nm) of torque, along with an effective range of 249 miles in the city, 143 miles on mixed roads, 112 miles on the racetrack and a governed top speed of 125 mph. If you plan to race or play at trackdays, a Kit Corsa Clienti can be reserved through Energica for your Ego+ as well.

Other key updates for the entire 2020 model year include the new Pro Share XT long-range connectivity bundle which will be accessible through the 4.3-inch TFT display, along with the interface to select from four riding modes, four regenerative maps, traction control, and the Park Assist. Each model is also equipped with the latest fast-charging technology. The latest DC charger will max out the 249-mile range in an hour or you can get 40-percent charge in just 42 minutes.

“This is the battery pack with the biggest capacity and power ever installed on a production electric motorcycle,” Energica’s CTO Giampiero Testoni explains. “We are proud to present the technological advancement and innovation on all of our 2020 models,which we achieved in the last two years thanks to our commitment to MotoE, and that we were able to transfer from the track to our road models.”

The 2020 Energica Ego+ will be offered in Rosso Corsa (red) and Asteroid Gray along with the FIM MotoE-inspired Ego Sport Black version. The EsseEsse9+ adds a new Modena Yellow scheme to go along with the Shocking Blue and Metal Black versions. The Eva Ribelle streetfighter will be available in either Stealth Gray or Rosso Corsa. No MSRP or availability has been released at this time.

The 2020 Yamaha MT-10 is the flagship model of Yamaha’s Hyper Naked street motorcycle segment that includes the new MT-03, MT-07, and the MT-09. As the leader of this self-proclaimed army of darkness, the MT-10 is equipped with the exciting 998cc crossplane inline four-cylinder engine derived from the high-tech R1 superbike. The similarities don’t stop there either.

The MT-10 chassis is designed around the lightweight Deltabox aluminum frame, again similar to the R1, along with fully adjustable 43mm inverted KYB fork and piggyback rear shock. Brakes are equally impressive with standard ABS assisting a pair of radial-mount four-piston calipers gripping large 330mm front rotors. Lightweight alloy wheels and a low-slung exhaust help the MT-10 offer excellent agility in the corners while remaining locked to the road under acceleration. We’ve ridden the MT-10 enough to know that this is a streetfighter that provides an exciting ride no matter where you find yourself.

But it is the look of the MT-series that Yamaha is hoping you will embrace. Sure, the performance is there but it’s the sinister-looking, futuristic stance of the big Hyper Naked that seems to be the appeal. An angular front light pod houses a pair of projector beam headlamps and LED running lights while providing spectators a memorable first impression as it approaches them from the dark seedy underbelly of Anytown, USA.

Yes, it is a bit of play on the streetfighter segment, but you cannot deny that Yamaha is having a great time developing and marketing the MT-10 and its smaller cousins. It is a hooligan bike with the requisite combination of awesome power, nasty looks, and high-tech hardware and software that make this motorcycle such an intriguing option. It ticks all the boxes, has that dreamy crossplane crank howl from its open-class engine, and will be available in two colors for the 2020 model year: Ice Fluo (white) and Matte Raven Black with an MSRP of $12,999.

For 2020, you can tackle your around-town jaunt aboard any of the scooters from Honda including the Ruckus, Metropolitan, and PCX150. The convenience of the automatic transmission on these scooters makes for an easy twist-and-go option for your errand run. Storage options on the Metropolitan or PCX150 will make transporting items more convenient as well. Keep reading for pricing and availability of Honda’s scooter line.

There’s no mistaking a Ruckus on the road with its exposed frame and dual round headlights. Honda’s Ruckus returns for 2020 in black and white/red and will be available in February at an MSRP of $2,749. The one-speed V-Matic automatic transmission makes it more convenient for beginner riders on the move, because there is no clutch or any shifting involved, not even going into park or neutral. Easily get the scooter running with the electric start, and for cold-weather starts an electric choke is there to assist.

Styled with rounded bodywork, the Honda Metropolitan is another scooter option from the 2020 lineup. Storage compartments are located in the dash and under the seat, and if you have an additional bag or purse with you there is a convenient hook to keep that tote close at hand. The Metropolitan is priced at a competitive $2,499 and will be available in either Coastal Blue or Pearl Soft Beige. Keep an eye out for the Metropolitan come March 2020.

For 2020, the Honda PCX150 is available in Candy Luster Red at an MSRP of $3,699, and $3,999 for the ABS-equipped option. Running errands aboard this 149cc scooter is convenient with the under-seat storage that can hold up to 28 liters’ worth of groceries, to-go boxes, or whatever other goodies you are transporting. When you are making the dash from store to store, a sidestand and centerstand make parking more convenient with the two stand options. Helping keep your electronic devices charged is a smartphone-ready 12-volt adaptor. The PCX150 will be scooting to dealerships in March 2020.