The duo were inspired by the energy needs of people who would not have ready access to the electric grid, particularly soldiers in the field, who often carry as much as 20 pounds of batteries to power their communications equipment, laptops and night-vision goggles, according to the news release.
Come race day he started at the back of the grid -- with said broken ankle -- and stormed through the field to finish an incredible sixth, overtaking Ducati's former world champion Nicky Hayden on the last lap.