Photos: This electric motorcycle glides on water surface silently using hydrofoils

Danish company Awake Boards has unveiled the Navi, an innovative electric watercraft that uses hydrofoil technology to glide silently above the water surface. Unlike their previous standing eFoil boards, the Navi features a seated design aimed at enhancing rider stability and comfort for longer rides. The craft’s submerged foil generates lift at certain speeds, raising the hull above the water to reduce drag and avoid wave turbulence. Powered by an electric motor, the Navi operates quietly with minimal vibration, contrasting with traditional combustion engine watercraft. Constructed from lightweight carbon composite materials developed with the Mannerfelt Design Team, the Navi includes a retractable flex mast to adjust foil depth for transport or shallow water navigation. Its controls mimic motorcycle-style interfaces with a twist throttle, reverse gear, safety kill switch, and a built-in display for navigation and technical data. The craft also features modular inflatable float tubes, allowing configurations for one or two passengers with a maximum load of 250 kg (550 lb). Battery options provide up to three hours