Beyond Surron and Talaria: Three E-Motos You Need to Know About
Surron established the lightweight electric-moto category. Talaria made it seriously competitive. Now, another generation of electric dirt bikes is delivering more power, bigger batteries and stronger equipment straight from the factory.
Three bikes currently stand out at three different price and performance levels: the Arctic Leopard XF Pro Enduro, Altis Sigma and E Ride Pro SS 3.0.
The Arctic Leopard is the lightweight and affordable option. The Altis is the high-voltage performance machine. The E Ride Pro sits between them as the polished all-rounder.
Here is the RODI breakdown.
The Three Bikes at a Glance
Arctic Leopard XF Pro Enduro
Price: $4,950 AUD sale price
Peak power: 12kW
Battery: 72V 35Ah, or 2.52kWh
Weight: Approximately 58-59kg
Wheels:17-inch front and 14-inch rear
Best for: Lightweight trail riding, tight tracks and value
Altis Sigma
Price: $7,160 AUD sale price
Peak power: Up to 22.5kW for the Australian sale model
Battery: 97.2V 35Ah, or approximately 3.40kWh
Claimed top speed: Up to 113km/h
Wheel options: 19/19-inch or 19/16-inch MX
Best for: High-voltage performance and outright speed
E Ride Pro SS 3.0
Price:$7,490 AUD
Peak power: 15.8kW
Battery:72V 50Ah, or 3.60kWh
Claimed top speed: Approximately 100km/h
Weight:Approximately 73kg
Wheels:19-inch front and 18-inch rear
Best for: A balanced and versatile all-round package
All performance and range figures are manufacturer or retailer claims. Actual results will vary with terrain, rider weight, weather and riding style. Prices were checked in August 2026 and may change.
1. Arctic Leopard XF Pro Enduro — The Lightweight Value Pick
RODI verdict: Serious electric-moto performance in a lighter, more approachable package.
At $4,950 AUD, the Arctic Leopard XF Pro Enduro is the most affordable bike in this top three - and it is also the lightest.
The XF Pro Enduro is built around a compact 17-inch front and 14-inch rear wheel combination. This makes it smaller and more agile than the Altis Sigma or E Ride Pro SS 3.0, giving it a playful pit-bike character that should work particularly well on tight tracks and winding trails.
Its direct-drive motor produces a claimed 12kW of peak power and 342Nm of torque. Because the bike weighs only around 58–59kg, that power is moving considerably less mass than either of the other machines in this comparison.
The battery is a 72V 35Ah lithium pack containing approximately 2.52kWh of energy. That is smaller than the batteries fitted to the Altis and E Ride Pro, but it also helps the Arctic Leopard maintain its low overall weight.
The Arctic Leopard XF reaches a maximum speed of up to 96km/h and a maximum range of 105km when ridden at a steady 40km/h. The chassis equipment is strong for a bike at this price.
The XF Pro Enduro comes with a 35mm KKE fork offering rebound and preload adjustment. At the rear is an adjustable KKE shock with compression, rebound and preload control.
Braking is handled by four-piston hydraulic calipers. The front uses a large 220mm rotor, while the rear receives a 203mm rotor. You also get a colour display, NFC or password unlocking, an LED headlight and a direct-drive powertrain with no conventional chain or belt reduction system between the motor and rear wheel.
At its current sale price, the XF Pro Enduro offers a compelling route into high-performance e-motos without immediately entering the $7,000 plus category.
Why It Stands Out
$4,950 AUD sale price
12kW peak power
Approximately 58-59kg
Compact 17/14-inch off-road wheel setup
72V 35Ah battery
Direct-drive powertrain
Adjustable KKE suspension
Four-piston hydraulic brakes
220mm front brake rotor
Agile and approachable riding platform
Who Should Buy It?
Choose the Arctic Leopard if you value light weight, easy handling and a lower purchase price.
It makes the most sense for tight trails, smaller tracks, pit-bike riding and riders who do not need the size or outright power of the Altis. It should also appeal to riders who find larger electric motos too tall or heavy.
2. Altis Sigma — The High-Voltage Performance Option
RODI verdict: The factory power choice of this top three.
The Altis Sigma is the high-voltage weapon in this comparison.
Its 97.2V electrical architecture and automotive-style hairpin motor separate it from the usual 72V e-moto formula. It produces up to a claimed 22.5kW of peak power and can reach approximately 120m/h.
For context, that is almost twice the peak power advertised for the Arctic Leopard XF Pro Enduro.
Instead of buying a lower-powered electric moto and immediately replacing the battery, controller and motor, the Sigma gives riders a serious high-output powertrain from the factory.
The 97.2V 35Ah battery uses Samsung 50S cells and stores approximately 3.40kWh of energy. Altis can reach up to 80km of range, while the battery can be charged from 20 to 80% in approximately two hours.
Five adjustable levels of regenerative braking allow riders to control how strongly the motor slows the bike when the throttle is released.
The Sigma also includes a 3.5-inch TFT display with NFC functionality, four-piston disc brakes, adjustable air-spring suspension, an LED headlight and a functional rear brake light.
Buyers can choose between two wheel configurations. The 19/19-inch version provides an evenly balanced setup, while the 19-inch front and 16-inch rear MX version creates a more compact off-road stance with additional rear tyre options.
At $7,160 AUD on sale, the Altis offers an enormous amount of factory performance. It is particularly appealing for riders who would otherwise spend thousands upgrading the powertrain of a Surron or Talaria.
Why It Stands Out
Up to 22.5kW peak power
97.2V electrical system
Automotive-style hairpin motor
Samsung 50S battery cells
Approximately 120km/h claimed maximum speed
Five regenerative-braking levels
Four-piston disc brakes
Choice of 19/19-inch and 19/16-inch wheels
Strong sale price for its power level
Who Should Buy It?
Choose the Altis if your priority is acceleration, power and open-terrain speed.
It is the performance-focused option for riders who want a strong factory electrical system without building an upgraded bike one component at a time.
3. E Ride Pro SS 3.0 — The Complete All-Rounder
RODI verdict: A polished balance of speed, range, size and versatility.
The E Ride Pro SS 3.0 has become popular because it combines the features most riders want in one complete package.
Its motor produces 15.8kW of peak power and 6kW of rated power. The removable 72V 50Ah battery stores 3.60kWh, giving it the largest battery capacity of these three bikes.
E Ride Pro claims a top speed of approximately 100km/h and acceleration from zero to 48km/h in two seconds.
The Australian model uses a 19-inch front and 18-inch rear wheel setup. That gives it a more substantial off-road stance than the Arctic Leopard XF Pro Enduro while retaining a manageable overall size.
Adjustable FastAce sport suspension and regenerative braking complete the core package. The bike weighs approximately 73kg and has a maximum advertised rider load of around 137kg.
E Ride Pro claims more than 103km of range when ridden at approximately 40km/h. When ridden at a slower, steady speed of approximately 24km/h, the manufacturer claims more than 161km.
Those are controlled-speed figures rather than hard trail-riding estimates, but they show what the 3.60kWh battery can deliver when the bike is ridden efficiently.
Charging from 20 to 90% is claimed to take approximately 3.5 hours. Because the battery is removable, it can be charged separately from the bike or swapped if the rider owns a second battery.
At $7,490 AUD, the SS 3.0 delivers a strong mix of power, useful battery capacity, manageable weight and Australian distribution.
Why It Stands Out
15.8kW peak and 6kW rated power
Zero to 48km/h in a claimed two seconds
Removable 72V 50Ah battery
3.60kWh battery capacity
Approximately 100km/h claimed maximum speed
19/18-inch wheel combination
Adjustable FastAce suspension
Regenerative braking
Approximately 73kg total weight
Australian distribution and support
Who Should Buy It?
Choose the E Ride Pro SS 3.0 if you want one bike capable of covering several different riding styles.
It has considerably more power and size than the Arctic Leopard XF Pro Enduro, but it is not as focused on maximum output as the Altis. That gives it a strong middle position for trails, tracks, jumps and general weekend riding.
Which One Gets the RODI Pick?
Best Lightweight and Value Option: Arctic Leopard XF Pro Enduro
At $4,950 AUD, the Arctic Leopard is the affordable entry into this group. Its 12kW motor, low weight, compact dimensions and adjustable suspension make it a seriously fun option for tight terrain.
Best Performance Option: Altis Sigma
The Sigma is the choice for power-focused riders. Its 97.2V system, hairpin motor and 22.5kW peak output give it the strongest factory performance of the three Australian models featured here.
Best All-Rounder: E Ride Pro SS 3.0
The SS 3.0 combines strong power, a large removable battery, useful wheel sizes and Australian distribution in one polished and versatile platform.
A Quick Word About Where You Can Ride
These machines are high-performance electric motorcycles, not road-legal 250W pedal-assisted bicycles.
In Western Australia, they can be ridden on private property with the owner’s permission or in approved off-road vehicle areas. Off-road vehicle registration is generally required when using designated public ORV areas.
They cannot be treated like ordinary e-bikes on public roads, footpaths or shared bicycle paths.
Wear appropriate motorcycle protection, including a full-face helmet, gloves, boots and body armour. These bikes have genuine motorcycle-level performance and should be treated accordingly.
The Final Word
The electric-moto market is moving quickly, and riders now have some genuinely interesting choices beyond the standard Surron-versus-Talaria debate.
The Arctic Leopard XF Pro Enduro is the lightweight value option: compact, agile and seriously well equipped for $4,950.
The Altis Sigma is the high-voltage performance machine, delivering up to 22.5kW and a claimed maximum speed of 113km/h.
The E Ride Pro SS 3.0 is the composed all-rounder, combining 15.8kW of peak power with a large removable battery and useful off-road dimensions.
Three bikes. Three different strengths. Three legitimate alternatives.
Choose your weapon.