10 Best Electric Motorcycles That Offer Instant Thrills With Long Range 

Electric motorcycles have come a long way and are no longer experiments on two wheels. Despite these advancements, range anxiety remains high among users. No surprise there; we still lack proper EV infrastructure in most places. So, it’s natural to gravitate toward electric motorcycles that come with a long range, which can either handle a few days of commute or a few hours of aggressive off-road/sporty riding.

This range does not need to compromise on performance and thrill factor, though. Today, the performance bar for electric motorcycles sits pretty high, with even humble electric scooters producing as much torque as a middleweight naked motorcycle. Spend enough money, and you can even get a power cruiser that is as quick as a Bugatti off the line. Here are ten such electric motorcycles that offer instant thrills with extended range.

To give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from authoritative sources, such as Kawasaki, CFMoto, Kove, etc. The models are listed based on their starting prices, from lowest to highest.

BMW CE 04

Torque Output: 45.7 LB-FT @ 1,500 RPM

The BMW CE 04 brings concept bike design into the real world with its sharp and edgy body panels and substantial road presence. While this cyperpunk scooter may be designed for urban practicality, it still has the punch to keep you entertained. With almost 46 pound-feet of torque and a 0 to 30 MPH time of 2.6 seconds, it’s quick off the line. That’s paired with a range of 80 miles, which is more than enough for the usual city runs. Not to forget, its low center of gravity should give it nimble handling, too!

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Can-Am Pulse

Torque Output: 53 LB-FT

Can-Am recently stepped into the electric motorcycle game with two motorcycles, Origin and Pulse. The latter is a street naked with aggressive styling and a focus on nimble handling. It makes over 50 pound-feet of torque and weighs under 400 pounds, making for a peppy urban riding experience and easy maneuverability through traffic. And with a range of 100 miles, it’s good enough for days of commute for most bikers. Adding cherry to the cake is a single-sided swingarm and a modern, straightforward design that should appeal to most bikers.

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Zero SR/F

Torque Output: 140 LB-FT

If you want the same urban agility as the Pulse but a much larger thrill factor, Zero has you covered with its SR/F. This naked features a direct drive Z-force 75-10 electric motor with a Z-force lithium-ion battery pack, delivering a range of 176 miles. That should virtually eliminate range anxiety for most in the city. While this bigger battery adds weight to the bike, the motor is good for 140 pound-feet of torque, giving you a shot of adrenaline every time you twist the throttle. It’s a remarkable motorcycle and stands as one of the most refined electric motorcycles today.

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Zero SR/S

Torque Output: 140 LB-FT

The Zero SR/S builds on the SR/F, adding a sporty fairing and slightly forward-set handlebars. The ergonomics are still relatively upright, so it shouldn’t be too hard on your back and wrists, either. Compared to its naked sibling, the underpinnings remain the same, though it adds on a few pounds, which reduces its effective range by five miles in the city. That’s a small trade-off for the sporty experience this bike offers, especially when you consider its power and torque figures. It’s a clean, mature-looking electric sports bike that looks as fast as it goes.

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Zero DSR/X

Torque Output: 169 LB-FT

Rounding out the Zero trinity is the DSR/X, an adventure bike that shares its platform with the SR/S and SR/F. This one is built for adventure, focusing on more torque and fewer horsepower. That makes it more capable at cruising on the highway and light off-roading, too. Don’t mistake it for a slouch, though. Zero claims a 0 to 60 MPH time of under 3 seconds, even with a milder state of tune and ADV bodywork. Thanks to its lower torque figure, it also gets a slight boost in mileage. If you are okay with the charging time of electric motorcycles, this is an excellent ADV to consider.

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LiveWire S2 Alpinista

Torque Output: 194 LB-FT

Building on the success of the LiveWire S2 Del Mar, in comes the S2 Alpinista. It’s the most affordable motorcycle in the S2 lineup, and while it retains the same platform, it takes a more cruiser approach. It features an upright riding position and long-travel suspension, making it ready for pothole-ridden city streets and gravel roads. With close to 200 pound-feet of torque, this bike should be a hoot to ride, too. LiveWire claims a 0 to 60 MPH time of under 3 seconds, and with 120 miles of range, you can ride it around town stress-free without worrying about towing it home.

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Arc Vector

Torque Output: 612 LB-FT

The Arc Vector is one of the most expensive electric motorcycles you can buy today, taking performance to the next level. With over 600 pound-feet of torque, it’s sure to have a punch-in-the-gut acceleration and a claimed top speed of almost 125 miles per hour. That’s only made better with its top-class weight of under 230 pounds, thanks to extensive carbon fiber use everywhere, even in the swingarms. Yes, plural because it has two swingarms, with the front paired to a hub center steering wheel. While its range is nothing groundbreaking, it’s still more than enough to have fun on the road.

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Stark Varg EX

Torque Output: 764 LB-FT

You can call the Stark Varg EX the future of off-roading. It’s one of the first MX bikes with a liquid-cooled motor, but the focus is on its torque. A whopping 764 pound-feet of torque is available at the rear wheel, along with fully adjustable KYB suspension, Brembo brakes, and shock-resistant ratings. This dual sport is ready to take on anything you throw at it. With a riding range of a few hours, it will outlast most off-road riders in terms of endurance.

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Verge TS Pro

Torque Output: 737.6 LB-FT

We now come to the top of the electric motorcycle pack with the Verge TS Pro, a radical motorcycle that’s known for its hubless rear wheel. Essentially, this bike’s motor is integrated directly into the rear wheel, removing the need for chains and sprockets, while giving it a proper sci-fi look at the back. This futuristic power cruiser is backed by over 700 pound-feet of torque that should outrun most vehicles on the road, at least in a 0 to 60 run. The bike even broke the world record for the distance an electric motorcycle can cover on a single charge, covering 193 miles in suburban London. It still had more juice left in the battery, and that’s a testament to its excellent urban range.

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Verge TS Ultra

Torque Output: 885 LB-FT

For some reason, if the TS Pro’s torque isn’t enough for you and your heart wants more, Verge has you covered with the TS Ultra. It builds on the TS Pro with a sharper focus on performance. The result is a motorcycle that produces nearly 900 pound-feet of torque and 200 horsepower. It can launch from 0 to 60 MPH in 2.6 seconds, which is as good as the top-of-the-line hypercars, the Koenigsegg Jesko and the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport. This torquey character is paired with a bigger battery pack that delivers 223 miles of combined range. The TS Ultra represents the crème de la crème of electric motorcycles that combine thrilling performance with excellent range.

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