Head-to-head
Stealth B-52 vs Sur-Ron Storm Bee
Sur-Ron Storm Bee 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stealth B-52 Dual Sport - Expert | 66 | $8,890 | 6.2 kW | 2.5 kWh | high-power street/trail crossover, riders who want pedals + throttle |
| Sur-Ron Storm Bee Moto - Expert | 89 | $8,999 | 22.5 kW | 5.7 kWh | experienced riders, full-size performance |
What works
- Iconic high-power fat-tire platform — ~6.2 kW peak, 150 Nm, ~50 mph
- Vboxx 9-speed pedal gearbox pairs pedals with throttle for hill-climbing torque
- Premium hand-built construction and a cult following
Trade-offs
- Pedal-equipped 26" platform — technically a high-power e-bike, not a pure dirt bike
- Heavy and expensive (~$8,890) for the performance vs. a Sur-Ron
- Rear hub motor is less serviceable/upgradable than a mid-drive
What works
- Full-size motorcycle performance — ~75 mph and a huge 5.7 kWh (104V/55Ah) pack
- 0–50 km/h in ~1.9s; genuinely fast, not a bicycle-class bike
- Sur-Ron dealer + parts network behind it
Trade-offs
- Heavy (~280 lb) and fast — an expert bike, not a beginner's
- Halo pricing (~$8.5–9.5k) puts it well above the trail-class field
- Street registration depends on kit + state; off-road-first