The short answer
Not every accessory is worth it — but a handful genuinely earn their place on a Sur-Ron, Talaria, or Segway. The ones that solve a real problem:
- A vibration-damped phone mount — because a rigid mount can wreck your phone camera.
- A reinforced kickstand — because the stock one is a known weak point.
- Safe tie-downs — because a heavy bike needs to be hauled properly.
- A breathable cover — because UV and moisture age the electrics.
- Better grips — the cheapest comfort upgrade there is.
Here's the honest reason for each, and the fitment to watch.
Protect your phone: a damped mount, not a rigid clamp
This is the accessory mistake most riders don't see coming. High-frequency vibration from the motor and a stiff off-road chassis can permanently degrade a phone camera's optical image stabilization (OIS). It's a real, documented problem — mount makers like Quad Lock sell a dedicated vibration dampener and recommend it specifically for motorcycle and ATV use.
A cheap rigid clamp transmits that buzz straight into the phone. If you'll run a phone on the bars for GPS or filming, use a secure mount with the vibration dampener — on these bikes it's a genuine need, not an upsell.
Keep it upright: a reinforced kickstand
The stock Sur-Ron kickstand is a known weak point — bent and folding stock stands are one of the most common owner complaints, because it's a light-duty stand on a bike that gets parked hard on uneven ground. A reinforced, adjustable aftermarket stand fixes it, and the adjustability matters if you've changed wheel or tire sizes (which changes the lean angle).
It's a cheap, high-satisfaction upgrade — just confirm the stand is listed for your exact model and year (a Light Bee stand is not an Ultra Bee stand; see the compatibility guide).
Haul it safely: soft-loop tie-downs
A heavy bike in a truck bed or on a trailer needs to be strapped properly. Soft-loop straps wrap the bars or frame without metal hooks scratching the finish or crushing a cable, and they're the standard for the job.
The rules that keep it safe: pull from a wide angle so the bike can't tip, compress the suspension slightly, use real anchor points (not trim), never pinch a brake line or cable — and remember these bikes are heavy for their size, so confirm your carrier or trailer is rated for the weight.
Cover it: breathable, and the right size
If the bike lives outside or somewhere damp, a cover is cheap insurance — UV and moisture age the plastics, seals, and electrical connectors over time. The rule that trips people up: choose a breathable cover, not a cheap waterproof tarp. A non-breathable cover traps moisture against the bike and can be worse than none.
Size it to your bike — a full-size motorcycle cover swims on a compact Light Bee, and oversized bars or racks change the fit.
Grip it: the cheapest comfort upgrade
Stock grips wear out and rarely suit everyone. A fresh set of MX grips is a few dollars and makes every ride more comfortable and controlled.
These fit standard 7/8-inch (22 mm) bars — confirm your bar diameter and which side is the throttle tube, and note that traditional (non-lock-on) grips need grip glue to install.
The bottom line
The accessories worth buying are the ones that solve a real problem: a damped mount so vibration doesn't kill your phone, a reinforced kickstand because the stock one bends, soft-loop straps to haul a heavy bike safely, a breathable cover to protect the electrics, and better grips for the comfort. Skip the rest. Match the bike-specific items (kickstand, cover) to your exact model, and keep the rest of the bike dialed with the maintenance guide. Still choosing a bike? Run the Find Your Ride configurator.
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FAQ
Will a phone mount damage my phone on a Sur-Ron?
It can — and this is the accessory mistake most riders don't see coming. High-frequency vibration from a motor and a stiff off-road chassis can permanently degrade a phone camera's optical image stabilization (OIS), which is why mount makers like Quad Lock sell a dedicated vibration dampener and recommend it for motorcycle and ATV use. A rigid clamp mount transmits that buzz straight into the phone. If you're going to run a phone on the bars for GPS or filming, use a mount with a vibration dampener, not a cheap rigid clamp — the dampener is a genuine need on these bikes, not an upsell.
Why do Sur-Ron kickstands break or bend?
The stock stand is a known weak point — it's light-duty for a bike that gets parked on uneven ground and leaned on hard, so bent and folding stock stands are one of the most common owner complaints. A reinforced aftermarket kickstand fixes it, and an adjustable one is worth it if you've changed wheel or tire sizes, because a taller or shorter setup changes the lean angle the stand needs. It's a cheap, high-satisfaction upgrade. Just confirm the stand is listed for your exact model and year — a Light Bee stand is not an Ultra Bee stand.
What's the safest way to transport an electric dirt bike?
Soft-loop tie-down straps to solid anchor points, with the bike's suspension slightly compressed and the straps pulling from a wide angle so it can't tip. Soft loops go around the bars or frame without metal hooks scratching the finish or crushing a cable, and they're the standard for hauling a bike in a truck or on a trailer. Whatever you use, avoid pinching brake lines, throttle cables, or wiring, use real anchor points rather than trim, and remember these bikes are heavy for their size — confirm your carrier or trailer is rated for the weight.
Do I need a cover for my electric dirt bike?
If it lives outside or in a damp space, yes — UV and moisture age the plastics, seals, and especially the electrical connectors over time, and a cover is cheap protection. The one rule that trips people up: choose a breathable cover, not a cheap fully-waterproof tarp, because a non-breathable cover traps moisture against the bike and can be worse than no cover at all. Size it to your bike; a full-size motorcycle cover swims on a compact Light Bee, and oversized bars, racks, or mirrors can change the fit.