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LiveWire Sales Tick Up… But the Numbers Still Look Tiny
Harley-Davidson’s electric spin-off, LiveWire, has released its 2025 numbers. And depending how you look at it, the story is either steady progress… or proof that the premium electric road bike market is still a tough gig.

Paul Roberts
Mar 132 min read


Zero Rolls Out Home Delivery for X Line Off-Road Bikes
Zero Motorcycles is rolling out a direct-to-home delivery option for its lightweight X Line electric dirt bikes, allowing riders to have their machines shipped straight to their door while still purchasing through a dealer.

Paul Roberts
Mar 122 min read


Stark VARG: Full Spec Sheet
Built around a lightweight chromoly steel chassis, high-voltage battery and proprietary electric powertrain, the VARG combines motocross race-bike geometry with fully adjustable power delivery and one of the most advanced rider electronics packages available. Available in MX, MX Alpha, EX and EX Alpha variants, the platform is designed for everything from closed-course motocross to road-legal enduro riding.

Buck City Biker
Mar 103 min read


Stark Lands Historic SuperEnduro Manufacturers Title
Electric just took a major win in the off-road world. Stark Future has secured the 2026 FIM SuperEnduro Manufacturers World Championship, marking the first time an electric motorcycle brand has claimed the title in the indoor enduro series.

Paul Roberts
Mar 92 min read


Donut’s Latest VTT Test Targets the “Supercapacitor” Critics
Donut has dropped the third video in its “I Donut Believe” validation series, and this time we've moved on from charging speed or temperature tolerance. It’s now self-discharge under the microscope.

Paul Roberts
Mar 92 min read


Benzina Zero x Torrot: Two New Dirt Bikes Extend the Youth Ladder
Spanish electric off-road brand Torrot has teamed up with Benzina Zero, bringing two new electric dirt bikes to Europe while refreshing its youth line-up.

Paul Roberts
Mar 63 min read


Lightning and the Vapourware Question: A Sit Down with CEO Richard Hatfield
Lightning Motorcycles has been an enigmatic presence in the electric motorcycle world for years.
Everyone knows the name. The Lightning LS-218 claims, the Bonneville backstory, and the Pikes Peak win. But riders keep asking the same question: where are the bikes?

Paul Roberts
Mar 54 min read


Donut Turns Up the Heat: High-Temperature Test Results Land
Donut has dropped the next instalment in its battery independent validation series, this time focusing on high-temperature performance, another pressure point for electric motorcycles pushed hard in real-world conditions.

Paul Roberts
Mar 22 min read


Zero XB: Full Spec Sheet
Built around a forged aluminium frame, removable lithium-ion battery and compact permanent magnet motor, the XB prioritises low weight, approachable performance and modern rider aids. As the smallest model in Zero's X-Line range, it offers an accessible entry point into electric off-road riding.

Buck City Biker
Feb 272 min read


Boutique, But Brutal: Inside Avenrà’s Electric Motorbike Play
British e-moto scene, meet Ampèra. Nine months into tracking this scrappy startup, it’s clear: they're moving like a big league OEM. Two models, full-service subscriptions, cutting edge safety, and a record-chasing streak that might just make headlines.

Paul Roberts
Feb 273 min read


DAB 1 Goes Mainstream: Sub-€10K Access Finally Here
DAB Motors, backed by Peugeot Motocycles, have just opened up their once limited-run DAB 1α to the wider global market — and you can get your hands on one from today.

Paul Roberts
Feb 263 min read


Stark Future Opens 2026: 200% Growth and Road Bike Commitment
Barcelona’s own Stark Future kicked off 2026 with a bang, reporting more than 200 % year-over-year growth in January — tripling sales in what Stark calls a softer overall market and setting a clear marker for where this brand thinks it’s headed.

Paul Roberts
Feb 242 min read
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