The short answer
Once you've decided on a Sur-Ron, the model choice comes down to how much bike you want and how big you are:
- Light Bee X (~$4,400) — the light, agile benchmark. The right choice for most riders.
- Ultra Bee (~$6,499) — much more power and range, still manageable. The performance step-up.
- Storm Bee (~$8,999) — full-size, ~75 mph electric motocross. The big one.
The lineup at a glance
| Light Bee X | Ultra Bee | Storm Bee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| VoltRipper Score | 83 | 89 | 89 |
| Price | $4,400 | $6,499 | $8,999 |
| Peak power | 10 kW | 24.5 kW | 22.5 kW |
| Top speed | 53 mph | 59 mph | 75 mph |
| Battery | 2,520 Wh | 4,440 Wh | 5,720 Wh |
| Weight | 130 lb | 195 lb | 280 lb |
| Size / feel | Light mini-moto | Mid-size | Full-size MX |
Light Bee X — the benchmark (most riders)
The Light Bee X is the bike that defined the category, and it's still where most people should start. At ~130 lb it's light, flickable, and forgiving — the easiest of the three to learn on and throw around a trail — and at ~$4,400 it's the value entry to the brand. Its ~10 kW peak and ~53 mph are plenty for trail riding, and it has the deepest aftermarket of any electric dirt bike, so you can upgrade it toward the others over time. Buy it if you're a newer or lighter rider, you want agility and value, or you plan to modify.
Ultra Bee — the power step-up
The Ultra Bee is "more of everything" without going full-size: roughly 2.5× the peak power (~24.5 kW in the current 2026 HP model — nearly double the 2024 Ultra Bee's 12.5 kW, so ignore the older spec sheets still quoted around the web), nearly double the battery (~4,440 Wh, so meaningfully more real range), and a stronger chassis — at ~195 lb, still a manageable mid-size. It's the enthusiast's pick and one of the two highest-scoring bikes we track (89). Buy it if you want a serious jump in power and range over the Light Bee but don't want a 280 lb full-size bike.
Storm Bee — the full-size one
The Storm Bee is a different animal: a full-size (~280 lb), ~75 mph electric motocross bike that competes with gas MX machines, not trail e-bikes. It has the biggest battery (~5,720 Wh) and full-size ergonomics. It's a lot of bike — heavy, fast, and best for larger, experienced riders who want a genuine big-bike feel. Buy it if you're a bigger rider, you want maximum top speed and full-size dimensions, and you can handle 280 lb of electric motocross.
Which is right for you?
- Most riders / newer / lighter / value → Light Bee X
- Want a big power + range jump, still manageable → Ultra Bee
- Bigger rider / want full-size MX / max top speed → Storm Bee
- Planning to modify → start with the Light Bee X (deepest aftermarket) and build it up
The bottom line
There's no single "best" Sur-Ron — there's the right one for your size and how much power you'll use. The Light Bee X is the smart default: lighter, cheaper, endlessly upgradable, and plenty of bike for most. Step up to the Ultra Bee for a real performance leap in a manageable package, or the Storm Bee if you want a full-size, 75 mph electric motocrosser. Cross-shopping the brand itself first? See is a Sur-Ron worth it? and Sur-Ron vs Talaria, or run the Find Your Ride configurator.
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FAQ
Which Sur-Ron should I buy?
For most riders, the Light Bee X — light, agile, the proven benchmark, and the best value at ~$4,400. Step up to the Ultra Bee (~$6,499) for far more power and range in a still-manageable mid-size, or the full-size Storm Bee (~$8,999, ~75 mph) if you want a proper big electric motocross bike. Match it to your size, experience, and how much power you'll actually use.
Light Bee X vs Ultra Bee — what's the difference?
The Light Bee X is lighter (~130 lb) and more flickable, with ~10 kW peak and a ~2,520 Wh battery. The Ultra Bee makes far more power (~24.5 kW peak) and roughly double the battery (~4,440 Wh) in a heavier (~195 lb) package. Buy the Light Bee for agility and value; the Ultra Bee for a big jump in power and range.
Is the Storm Bee worth it over the Ultra Bee?
The Storm Bee is a full-size (~280 lb), ~75 mph electric motocross bike — bigger, faster on top end, and built for larger riders who want a true big-bike feel. The Ultra Bee is lighter (~195 lb) and slightly higher on peak power. Choose the Storm Bee for full-size dimensions and top speed; the Ultra Bee for a more manageable, still very powerful bike.
What's the cheapest Sur-Ron?
The Light Bee X, at around $4,400, is the entry point to the brand — and the right pick for most riders, not just the budget one. It's the lightest and most beginner-friendly of the three, with the deepest aftermarket of any electric dirt bike.