Head-to-head
79Bike Falcon Pro vs Apollo (RFN) RFN Ares Rally Pro
Apollo (RFN) RFN Ares Rally Pro leads on current VoltRipper Score, but rider fit, legality, budget, and support still decide the smarter buy.
| Bike | Score | Price | Peak power | Battery | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Trail - Intermediate Real range not published by listed sources | 78 | $3,799+ $250 shipping (~$4,049 delivered) | 10 kW | 2.5 kWh | heavier riders needing real capacity, Falcon M owners upgrading |
Trail - Intermediate | 86 | $4,799 | 12.5 kW | 3.1 kWh | power-hungry riders, a higher-peak-kW Sur-Ron alternative |
What works
- 300 lb rated carrying capacity - the highest published in its price class and rare at any price
- 10 kW peak and 56 mph for $3,799, on the same 72V/35Ah LG pack as the discontinued Falcon M
- 200 mm Fastace inverted fork and a stated 12-month warranty on battery, motor, controller and frame
Trade-offs
- $250 shipping is disclosed only in the policy page - the real delivered cost is about $4,049
- 79Bike honours after-sales service only on bikes bought direct; buying through a dealer costs you factory support
- Thin support network and a maker that deleted its predecessor's product page without notice
What works
- Marketed as a 'Sur-Ron killer' — 12.5 kW peak 'rocket mode' is big power for the money
- Large 3.1 kWh removable battery, fast charging, and a headlight for kit-based street use
- Adjustable suspension and tortoise/rabbit ride modes
Trade-offs
- Newer brand with a smaller aftermarket than Sur-Ron/Talaria
- Top-speed claims vary widely (46–55 mph) — verify the exact model
- Range claim (100 mi) is an eco figure; expect far less ridden hard