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Head-to-head

Delfast Top 3.0 vs Sur-Ron Ultra Bee

Sur-Ron Ultra Bee leads on current VoltRipper Score, but rider fit, legality, budget, and support still decide the smarter buy.

BikeScorePricePeak powerBatteryBest fit
Delfast Top 3.0

Dual Sport - Intermediate

71$6,9996 kW3.4 kWhmaximum range, street-legal commuting + light off-road
Sur-Ron Ultra Bee

Moto - Intermediate

89$6,49924.5 kW4.4 kWhriders stepping up from a Light Bee, bigger/faster trail duty

What works

  • Record-setting range: a huge 3.4 kWh (72V/47Ah) pack rated 200+ mi in eco
  • Ships street-legal as a Class-2 e-bike with lights, signals, mirrors, and horn
  • Quiet carbon belt drive with regen — very low maintenance

Trade-offs

  • Pedal-equipped Class-2 e-bike — not a pure dirt bike (it competes on range, not dirt capability)
  • Throttle range at speed is only ~30–50 mi — far below the 200 mi headline
  • Premium ~$7,000 price

What works

  • Big 4.4 kWh (74V/60Ah) pack, ~24.5 kW HP listings, and a 59 mph top end — a real step up from the Light Bee
  • Full hydraulic discs, DNM suspension, and 2026 wheelie control
  • Backed by the largest Sur-Ron dealer + aftermarket network

Trade-offs

  • Heavier (~195 lb) and more bike than a beginner needs
  • Premium ~$6,500 pricing sits above the trail-class value picks
  • Off-road as sold; street use needs a kit and varies by state