Head-to-head
Riding Times GT73 vs E-Ride Pro SS 2.0
E-Ride Pro SS 2.0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riding Times GT73 Trail - Beginner | 63 | $2,298 | 2.4 kW | 1.7 kWh | budget dual-battery range, casual off-road and path riding |
| E-Ride Pro SS 2.0 Trail - Intermediate | 81 | $3,999 | 12 kW | 2.9 kWh | best power-per-dollar, heavier riders |
What works
- Bigger 19-inch wheels and dual 48V batteries (1,747 Wh) make it more usable than most sub-$2.5k e-dirt-bikes
- Well-equipped for the price — full suspension, dual hydraulic disc brakes, a 5-inch LED display and lighting
- Widely sold (Amazon + many dealers) and UL 2849 certified
Trade-offs
- A generic model resold under many labels (Riding Times, Bootime, TST, ENGWE) — no single accountable brand or aftermarket
- Pedal-equipped fat-tire e-bike at heart, not a purpose-built dirt bike like a Sur-Ron
- Range claims (68–155 mi) are pedal-assist/low-speed fantasies; expect far less on throttle
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