Head-to-head
E-Ride Pro SS 2.0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-Ride Pro SS 2.0 Trail - Intermediate | 81 | $3,999 | 12 kW | 2.9 kWh | best power-per-dollar, heavier riders |
| Apollo (RFN) RFN Ares Rally Pro Trail - Intermediate | 85 | $4,799 | 12.5 kW | 2.6 kWh | power-hungry riders, a higher-peak-kW Sur-Ron alternative |
What works
- 12 kW peak and a 60 mph top speed — big power for under ~$4,000
- 72V/40Ah (2.88 kWh) swappable Samsung pack; ~2 hr fast charge
- 300 lb rider limit and regen — accommodates bigger/heavier riders
Trade-offs
- Claimed range only holds at low steady speed; expect ~35 mi ridden hard
- Smaller aftermarket/support than Sur-Ron or Talaria
- Off-road only; no street kit as sold
What works
- Marketed as a 'Sur-Ron killer' — 12.5 kW peak 'rocket mode' is big power for the money
- Large 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