Talaria vs Sur-Ron: Which Light E-Moto Should You Buy?
The two biggest names in light e-motos, compared spec by spec from Sur-Ron's US site and Talaria's US and Canadian sellers. Plus the step-up bikes, the Sting R MX4 and the Ultra Bee.
Talaria and Sur-Ron make the two light e-motos most riders compare first: the Talaria XXX Pro and the Sur-Ron Light Bee X. They weigh about the same and look alike, but they differ on speed as sold, rider limit, price and, above all, US dealer support.
The specs here come from Sur-Ron’s US site and its authorized dealers, and for Talaria from Luna Cycle (its main US seller) and Talaria Canada, as of November 2026. It’s part of our electric dirt bike buyer’s guide.
Talaria XXX Pro vs Sur-Ron Light Bee X: specs
| Talaria XXX Pro (2026, research only) | Sur-Ron Light Bee X NA (2026) | |
|---|---|---|
| Peak power | Not published by Luna; 5.5 kW per Talaria Canada (X3 family) | 10 kW |
| Top speed | About 20 mph, factory limited as sold | 50 mph claimed |
| Battery | 60V 40Ah, about 2,400 Wh | 72V 35Ah |
| Charge time | 3 hours (Talaria Canada) | 2.15 hours, 20% to 80% |
| Weight | 125 lb | 130 lb curb |
| Seat height | 31.5 in | 32.68 in |
| Rider or load limit | 250 lb rider | 220 lb carrying capacity |
| Front travel | 8 in (Luna) | 7.87 in |
| Rear | 160 mm linkage wheel travel | 3.35 in shock stroke |
| Brakes | 4-piston hydraulic, 220 mm rotors | Not published |
| Regen | 4 levels | 5 levels |
| Wheels | 19 in front, 17 in rear | 19 in front, 18 in rear |
| Price (November 2026) | About $3,500 | About $4,500 to $4,700 |
Talaria figures are from Luna Cycle unless noted. Sur-Ron figures are from Sur-Ron’s Light Bee X page; prices from its dealers, since Sur-Ron publishes none. Rear figures aren’t directly comparable: Luna quotes wheel travel and Sur-Ron quotes shock stroke.
Power and speed
Sur-Ron rates the Light Bee X NA at 10 kW with a 50 mph claim. Luna publishes no power figure for the XXX Pro and ships it “factory-limited to approximately 20 mph”; it doesn’t authorize bypassing the limit, and its warranty excludes tampering.
So as sold, the Sur-Ron is the much faster bike. Neither is street legal, and both need a legal riding area; see are electric dirt bikes street legal?
On our bikes: our 2020 Light Bee X bikes are super easy to ride. There’s no clutch to manage, so it’s quick to just take one out.
They also don’t have so much power that a new or younger rider is going to wheelie over, and we’ve never needed to dial the power down. The fastest we’ve seen is about 50 mph on the speedometer, not GPS-checked; see how fast does a Sur-Ron go?
Size, weight and rider fit
At 125 and 130 lb, the two bikes weigh nearly the same. The Talaria’s 31.5 in seat is about an inch lower than the Light Bee X’s 32.68 in, which helps shorter riders.
The bigger difference is the rider limit. Luna lists 250 lb for its American-edition XXX Pro, with a reinforced seat subframe, while Sur-Ron rates the Light Bee X at 220 lb.
On our bikes: one adult lifts our Light Bee X straight into a pickup bed, no ramps. Our two regular riders, an adult and a younger rider, both ride them mostly stock: new tires and a better chain, and the bars, grips and pegs we changed were for looks.
What Sur-Ron publishes for fit: a 32.68 in seat, 10.63 in of ground clearance and a 220 lb carrying capacity for the 2026 Light Bee X NA. Our 2020 version was listed with a similar 830 mm (about 32.7 in) seat and a 100 kg (about 220 lb) rated load. Sur-Ron gives no rider-height range; both of our riders are about 5 ft 10 in and ride our Light Bee X bikes at that seat height, but sit on one at a dealer before you buy; Utah law, for one, requires an OHV rider to be able to reach and operate every control.
Battery and range
The Talaria’s 60V 40Ah pack is about 2,400 Wh. Sur-Ron lists 72V 35Ah for the Light Bee X and claims 46.6 miles at a steady 24.85 mph.
Luna gives no range for the XXX Pro, and Talaria Canada gives two different figures, so we don’t rank either bike on range. Real trail range is well below steady-speed claims.
On our bikes: we don’t track range or charge time, so these are other riders’ figures, not our test. Light Bee X owners commonly report about 20 to 30 miles on trails, and less when riding hard; an independent test by Dirt Bike Test found 20 to 30 miles on rolling trails.
We charge with the stock charger. For our 2020 version, Sur-Ron’s US page listed a 60V 32Ah battery and 3 to 6 hours to charge, depending on battery and charger.
Price, dealers and warranty
| Talaria | Sur-Ron | |
|---|---|---|
| US price (November 2026) | XXX Pro about $3,500 at Luna Cycle | Light Bee X about $4,500 to $4,700 at dealers |
| US dealer network | None published; Luna Cycle (California) is the main seller | About 170 dealers in 45 states on Sur-Ron’s map |
| Warranty | Luna: 12 months on electrics (10,000-mile limit) and frame parts (5,000-mile limit), contiguous US | 12 months, unlimited mileage, from authorized dealers (per one dealer) |
| OEM parts | Sold by Luna | Sold by Sur-Ron dealers |
| Watch out for | Talaria Canada warns of fraudulent Talaria websites | Grey-market Sur-Rons don’t get the factory warranty, per one dealer |
If you’d rather buy and service a bike locally, Sur-Ron’s dealer map is the bigger advantage. If you’re comfortable buying by mail from Luna Cycle, the Talaria saves about $1,000. For Sur-Ron pricing in detail, see how much does a Sur-Ron cost?
The step-up bikes: Sting R MX4 vs Ultra Bee
| Talaria Sting R MX4 (research only) | Sur-Ron Ultra Bee X HP (2026) | |
|---|---|---|
| Peak power | Not published | 21.5 kW; 24.5 kW Turbo |
| Top speed | 20 mph, factory limited (Talaria Canada) | 59 mph claimed |
| Battery | 60V 45Ah, 2,700 Wh | 74V 60Ah |
| Weight | 145 lb with battery | 195 lb curb |
| Seat height | 33.1 in | 35.83 in |
| US availability | No current US seller found | Sur-Ron dealers, about $6,500 to $7,000 |
Sting R MX4 specs are from Talaria Canada, since we found no US seller listing it. These aren’t direct rivals: the Ultra Bee is a much bigger, more powerful bike. See our Sur-Ron Ultra Bee review and Talaria Sting R review.
Which should you buy?
Buy the Sur-Ron Light Bee X if you want the faster bike as sold, a local dealer for service, and you’re within its 220 lb capacity.
Buy the Talaria XXX Pro if you want to spend about $1,000 less, need a lower seat or a 250 lb rider limit, and you’re happy buying from a mail-order seller.
Our take, as Light Bee X owners: we’d point younger, lighter and newer riders to the Light Bee X. It’s simple, easy and fun, and it’s so light that it’s very easy to maneuver.
Bigger riders who want real speed, or a heavier bike that feels like a motorcycle, should look at a mid-size bike instead. We haven’t ridden the Talaria, so we can’t compare how the two feel; our Talaria notes are research only.
Either way, budget for a DOT helmet from best dirt bike helmets, goggles, and the rest of the list in dirt bike gear. Full reviews: Talaria XXX and our Sur-Ron Light Bee X owner’s review.
Related guides
- Electric dirt bikes: the complete buyer's guide
- Talaria XXX review: the XXX and XXX Pro
- Sur-Ron Ultra Bee review: the mid-size step up
- Best electric dirt bikes for adults: our ranked picks
Frequently asked questions
Is Talaria or Sur-Ron better?
It depends on the rider. The Sur-Ron Light Bee X has more published power (10 kW), a 50 mph claim and a big US dealer network. The Talaria XXX Pro costs about $1,000 less, has a lower seat and a 250 lb rider limit, but ships limited to about 20 mph.
Is the Talaria XXX faster than the Sur-Ron Light Bee X?
Not as sold. Luna Cycle ships the XXX Pro factory-limited to about 20 mph, while Sur-Ron claims 50 mph for the Light Bee X NA. Neither is street legal.
Which is lighter, Talaria or Sur-Ron?
They're close: 125 lb for the Talaria XXX Pro (Luna) and 130 lb curb for the Sur-Ron Light Bee X NA (Sur-Ron).
Are Talaria parts the same as Sur-Ron parts?
No. They're different bikes from different makers. Luna sells Talaria OEM parts, and Sur-Ron dealers sell Sur-Ron OEM parts.
Which has better dealer support in the US?
Sur-Ron. Its US dealer map listed about 170 dealers in 45 states in November 2026. We found no US dealer list from Talaria; Luna Cycle in California is its main US seller.