PERBANDINGAN KONSUMSI ENERGI PADA MESIN PEMBAKARAN DALAM (INTERNAL COMBUTION ENGINE) DAN MOTOR LISTRIK

Abstract

The increasing number of motor vehicles in line with the growth of public mobility has resulted in higher fuel consumption. This condition has led to the depletion of fuel reserves and an increase in exhaust emissions that pollute the air. One solution to address this issue is the conversion of gasoline-powered motorcycles into electric motorcycles, which are more environmentally friendly and energy-efficient.

This study aims to compare the energy consumption between gasoline motorcycles and electric motorcycles. The experiments were conducted under two road conditions: flat terrain and uphill terrain with a slope angle of 19.8°. The testing was carried out over a distance of 10 km at three different speed variations, namely 20 km/h, 40 km/h, and 60 km/h. The rider’s weight during the test was 55 kg. Each variable was tested three times to improve the accuracy of the results. The observed parameters included energy consumption (kWh), fuel and battery consumption in percentage (%), as well as an operational cost analysis (in Rupiah).

The results indicate that electric motorcycles consume less energy compared to gasoline motorcycles under all testing conditions. Furthermore, the operational cost of electric motorcycles is also more economical, making them more cost-effective in the long term. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that electric motorcycles are a more efficient and environmentally friendly transportation alternative compared to gasoline motorcycles, and are highly suitable for daily use.

Keywords: Energy, Consumption, Electric Motorcycle, Gasoline Motorcycle, Lithium-ion Battery