Regenerative braking course for electric motorcycles
Online course of 300 hours in regenerative braking for electric motorcycles. 6 modules covering energy recovery, power electronics and control, integration with the service brake, battery management, and testing and validation, with an assigned technical tutor.
Regenerative braking course for electric motorcycles — studying from the United States
Motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering in the United States centers on established manufacturers and a strong aftermarket. Major brands such as Harley-Davidson, along with Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Indian Motorcycle, maintain design and development operations in the country. The industry also includes electric two-wheeler startups and component suppliers. Engineers work on chassis, powertrain, electronics and rider safety, under federal motor vehicle and emissions regulations.
Fees for the United States: US$890 (US Dollars), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United States
Typical roles
Questions from the United States
What US professional recognition exists for motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering?
There is no single licensed title for motorcycle engineers in the US. Relevant organizations include SAE International, which publishes vehicle standards, and the Motorcycle Industry Council for industry context. Vehicle safety is regulated by NHTSA and the EPA for emissions. SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited, so recognition depends on the employer.
What career paths exist for two-wheeler engineers in the United States?
Opportunities exist with motorcycle manufacturers, component suppliers, powertrain and electric two-wheeler startups, and testing or homologation service providers. Roles include design engineer, test engineer, and performance development specialist. Demand and hiring vary by company and market, so research current openings and speak with employers in your target segment.
Can I study this while keeping a job in the US?
Yes, the programmes are 100% online and taught in English, so you study from home and need no student visa. Plan for the stated workload of 300 to 1,900 hours depending on the programme. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship may be possible, so discuss support with your employer before you commit.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Explain the principle of regenerative braking in electric motorcycles.
Calculate the recoverable energy over a driving cycle.
Describe inverter control in generator mode.
Design blending strategies between electric and friction braking.
Assess the constraints imposed by the battery and temperature.
Plan validation tests for regeneration.
Evaluate the effect of regeneration on range.
Who it's for
- Electric vehicle engineers working on two-wheeler drivetrains.
- Motor control engineers developing regeneration strategies.
- Power electronics technicians dealing with inverters and charge currents.
- Test technicians who validate braking and energy performance.
- Electric motorcycle mechanics looking to understand regenerative systems in depth.
- Calibration engineers tuning regeneration modes and rider feel.
- Engineering or science graduates aiming to enter electric motorcycle manufacturing.
What you'll work with
- UNECE Regulation No. 78 (braking of L-category vehicles)
- Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 3/2014 (vehicle functional safety requirements for L-category vehicles)
- UNECE Regulation No. 136 (electric power train safety of L-category vehicles)
- ISO 13064-1 (battery-electric mopeds and motorcycles — performance)
- ISO 13064-2 (battery-electric mopeds and motorcycles — road operating characteristics)
- Regulation (EU) No. 168/2013 (approval and market surveillance of two- and three-wheel vehicles)
- Global Technical Regulation No. 2 (WMTC) (worldwide motorcycle emissions and consumption test cycle)
- MATLAB/Simulink
- Simcenter Amesim
- PLECS
- Dewesoft X
6 modules
1.1Recoverable kinetic energy in an urban cycle1.2The electric motor as a generator1.3Regenerative torque and deceleration1.4Grip limits of the rear wheel1.5Efficiency of the recovery chain1.6Recovery versus friction braking1.7Retention when releasing the throttle1.8Effect on range1.9Differences from engine braking in combustion engines1.10Workshop: estimating recovered energy over a WMTC cycle
2.1Three-phase inverter and generator mode2.2Vector control of negative torque2.3Battery charge-current limits2.4State of charge and temperature as constraints2.5Torque ramping for smoothness2.6Transition between traction and regeneration2.7Rotor position sensors2.8Switching losses2.9Overvoltage protection2.10Laboratory: measuring regeneration current on a test bench
3.1Combined electric and hydraulic braking3.2Blending regenerative and friction torque3.3Lever-activated regeneration3.4Brake light triggered by regenerative deceleration3.5Interaction with ABS3.6Regeneration in corners and stability3.7Braking requirements with regeneration3.8Selectable regeneration modes3.9Rider perception3.10Case study: tuning modes on an urban electric motorcycle
4.1Charge acceptance of lithium cells4.2Regeneration with a full battery4.3Thermal management during recovery4.4Degradation from partial cycles4.5Cell balancing in the BMS4.6Current peaks and service life4.7Smart limiting strategies4.8Net consumption data4.9Comparison between commercial models4.10Practical exercise: analysing BMS energy logs
5.1Chassis dynamometer with energy absorption5.2Measuring deceleration on track5.3Consumption homologation cycles5.4Braking stability tests5.5Current and voltage logging5.6Influence of weight and gradient5.7Tests on mountain descents5.8Validation of the braking warning5.9Technical results report5.10Case study: recovery test on a mountain pass descent
6.1Definition of the vehicle and the cycle6.2Calculation of recoverable energy6.3Sizing of regenerative torque6.4Blending strategy with the hydraulic brake6.5Battery and temperature constraints6.6Test plan and metrics6.7Assessment of the impact on range6.8Regulatory compliance analysis6.9Report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
The course is delivered 100% online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so it fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is MATLAB/Simulink, Simcenter Amesim, PLECS and Dewesoft X, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Testing is studied through real procedures: measuring regeneration current on a test bench, deceleration tests on track and analysis of BMS data. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: UNECE Regulation No. 78, Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 3/2014, UNECE Regulation No. 136, ISO 13064-1, ISO 13064-2, Regulation (EU) No. 168/2013, Global Technical Regulation No. 2 (WMTC).
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior qualification is required.
- An internet connection and a computer able to run the programme software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours over 3 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with MATLAB/Simulink, Simcenter Amesim, PLECS and Dewesoft X, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute certificate, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the final project. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed are recognised in a higher programme in the same area (postgraduate diploma or master's). Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
No prior qualification is required; you need an internet connection, a computer able to run the programme software and English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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