Can-Am’s hotly anticipated electric motorcycles?the Can-Am Origin and Pulse?finally broke cover this week. Meanwhile, WalzWerk’s ‘Schizzo’ series of BMW boxers continues to expand with a slew of new parts. We also look at a Honda CB1100R from AC Sanctuary, and a rare Excelsior board tracker replica.

2025 Can-Am Pulse and Origin electric motorcycles The last Can-Am motorcycle rolled off the production line in Valcourt, Quebec, way back in 1987. Those Rotax-powered trail bikes were an immediate hit with their riders, winning gold, silver, and bronze medals at the International Six Days Trials.
The bikes were small and light, and featured a standard frame size that could be outfitted with different size engines. This meant there was a Can-Am for riders of all sizes, ages, and experience levels.
Fast forward to today, and BRP has just announced the brand-new Can-Am Pulse and Can-Am Origin electric motorcycles. The new Can-Am models are Rotax-powered like the old bikes, but each is driven by the all-new Rotax E-Power power unit.
The Can-Am Pulse [above] was built with the city streets in mind. Its nimble, naked style is perfect for commuters and weekend warriors. The KYB suspension has 140 mm of travel up front and the low center of gravity and seat height make it an uber-manageable street machine.

The Can-Am Origin [above] shares much of its construction with Pulse, but gets the adventure-lite treatment. It has more ground clearance, dual sport t...