Head-to-head
E-Ride Pro SS 3.0 vs Apollo (RFN) RFN Ares Rally Pro
E-Ride Pro SS 3.0 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 3.0 Trail - Expert | 86 | $4,999 | 15.8 kW | 3.6 kWh | Sur-Ron and Talaria cross-shoppers, fast trail riding |
| Apollo (RFN) RFN Ares Rally Pro Trail - Intermediate | 86 | $4,799 | 12.5 kW | 3.1 kWh | power-hungry riders, a higher-peak-kW Sur-Ron alternative |
What works
- 15.8 kW peak output and 62 mph top speed put it above the SS 2.0 and Light Bee class
- 72V/50Ah swappable pack gives it 3.6 kWh without leaving the compact trail-bike format
- Reverse, app support, adjustable suspension, and 4 ride modes make it more complete than the value-focused SS 2.0
Trade-offs
- Real trail range still needs verified owner or test data; claimed range is a low-speed figure
- Higher price and lower rider-weight rating than the SS 2.0 weaken its heavy-rider/value case
- Smaller aftermarket/support base than Sur-Ron or Talaria
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