Cellcius Electric Moto Co | C-01 – Hypersport Electric Motorcycle

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  • 2026

  • Concept Design

Commissioned By:

Clandestine Design Group

Designed In:

Australia

The Cellcius Electric Moto Co. | C-01 is the world’s first scalable, hypersport electric motorcycle. Designed by Clandestine Design Group, it introduces a modular “Hex-Core” battery ecosystem, allowing riders to seamlessly transition from a lightweight urban commuter to a high-range track weapon, redefining high-performance EV versatility without compromising aesthetics or power.


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Cellcius Electric Motor Co - C01 | Hyper Electric Sports Motorcycle (image credit - CLANDESTINE DESIGN GROUP)
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Cellcius Electric Motor Co - C01 | Hyper Electric Sports Motorcycle (image credit - CLANDESTINE DESIGN GROUP)
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Cellcius Electric Motor Co - C01 | Hyper Electric Sports Motorcycle (image credit - CLANDESTINE DESIGN GROUP)
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Cellcius Electric Motor Co - C01 | Hyper Electric Sports Motorcycle (image credit - CLANDESTINE DESIGN GROUP)
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Cellcius Electric Motor Co - C01 | Hyper Electric Sports Motorcycle (image credit - CLANDESTINE DESIGN GROUP)
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Cellcius Electric Motor Co - C01 | Hyper Electric Sports Motorcycle (image credit - CLANDESTINE DESIGN GROUP)
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Cellcius Electric Motor Co - C01 | Hyper Electric Sports Motorcycle (image credit - CLANDESTINE DESIGN GROUP)
  • CHALLENGE
  • SOLUTION
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  • The EV motorcycle industry forces riders into a rigid binary: endure the massive weight of high-capacity track bikes or accept the severe range limitations of lightweight urban commuters. The design challenge was to eliminate this compromise. The design team aimed to develop an ultra-premium hypersport motorcycle that could dynamically adapt its power to weight ratio to the user's immediate needs, while simultaneously solving the infrastructure bottleneck of public charging for urban apartment dwellers. Furthermore, the architecture needed to support hypercar level thermal management for sustained high-speed performance without relying on excessively heavy, bulky liquid cooling systems.

  • The solution is the Cellcius C-01, built around the proprietary "Hex-Core" modular battery ecosystem. Instead of a fixed internal battery, the C-01 features eight hot-swappable 3kWh cells. Riders can load two cells for lightweight commuting or all eight for maximum track range. To solve thermal bottlenecks, the team engineered a natural flow-through Venturi tail that vacuums hot air from the chassis at speed. A maintenance free carbon shaft drive replaces noisy chains, minimizing unsprung weight for superior handling. Finally, a wall-mounted smart-dock allows for at home hot-swapping, entirely bypassing the reliance on public charging infrastructure.

  • The Cellcius C-01 radically disrupts the EV market by decoupling vehicle performance from fixed battery weight. Commercially, it creates a scalable ecosystem of aftermarket lifestyle accessories, like Hex-Core-shaped luggage and Vehicle to Load (V2L) portable power stations. Environmentally, it promotes smart-grid integration, allowing users to charge modules off-peak at home or via solar power. Societally, it democratizes high performance EV ownership for those without dedicated garage charging, making sustainable, premium transport adaptable, accessible, and thrilling for a broader demographic of riders.

  • Modular Batteries: Eight hot-swappable 3kWh Hex-Core cells enable dynamic power-to-weight scaling (160kg commuter to 220kg track bike).Integrated Cargo: Empty cell receptacles double as secure mounts for aerodynamic Hex-duffle bags, preserving the silhouette without bulky panniers.Home Armory: A wall-mounted smart-dock charges multiple cells simultaneously for instant "zero-minute" hot-swapping, bypassing public charging queues.Wearables & Reserve: An ergonomic backpack transports modules into apartments for wall-outlet charging—democratizing urban EV ownership—and carries reserve power.Vehicle to Load (V2L): Removed cells function as portable power stations with AC/USB outlets for off-grid lifestyle integration.Public Fast-Charging: A flush-mounted top-tank CCS port provides accessible, ergonomic integration with standard street-side infrastructure without wrestling heavy cables.Venturi Cooling: High-pressure ram intakes and a low-pressure tail exhaust create a natural vacuum, passively extracting motor heat without heavy fans.Carbon Shaft Drive: Fully enclosed, silent, and maintenance-free, drastically minimizing unsprung mass compared to hub motors for optimal suspension tracking.Track-Ready Hardware: Features top-tier Brembo racing brakes and fully adjustable Öhlins suspension packages, ensuring hyper-sport stopping power and precision handling.Multi-Modal LEDs: Switchback DRLs and a segmented rear LED provide stalk-free signaling, preserving sharp geometry.Smart Tech: A 5G app manages keyless RFID/PIN entry, payload-based firmware tuning, and OTA updates.