The Best Electric Motorcycles In The World

Imagine: the wind rushing through your hair as you cruise, streamlining down the highway; passers-by eyeing your sweet ride; no choking petrol fumes in your wake. And that’s just a teaser of what you’ll experience riding one of the best electric motorcycles in the world. Electric sports bikes have come a long way, and they’re calling out for you to come along for the ride.

Whether you dream of open roads, never-ending horizons, and lush wilderness, or you have the more practical need of getting from A to B (who are we kidding? We mean home-to-office, of course)—there’s an electric motorbike on the market for you.

With huge innovations in eco-friendly transport (think electric cars, e-bikes, and the ubiquitous e-scooter), it’s no wonder that e-motorcycles have upped their design game, too. Providing low-noise, fume-free, and smooth-sailing journeys, what’s not to like? And of course, the planet will thank you.

Naturally, everyone’s different and wants a different spec from their e-motorcycle. We’ve done the legwork for you and found the quickest-charging, longest-range, most powerful, and most affordable electric motorbikes on the market so that you can take your pick.

The Verge TS Pro, Can-Am Pulse, and Zero SR/F, among others, make their first appearance on our ranking of the best electric motorcycles.

After our ranking, take a look at our buying guide to see what you should pay attention to when shopping for an EV bike. We also explain the methodology behind our ranking of the top bikes.

The 15 best electric motorcycles on the market

As a bonus, check the upcoming electric motorbikes that we’re most excited about after the list.

1. Verge TS Pro: The best electric motorcycle overall

Few electric motorcycles make you stop and stare. The Verge TS Pro manages it twice—once for the way it looks, and again when you realize there’s no chain, no belt, and no hub at the center of that rear wheel.

Verge’s signature is its patented rim motor: the drive sits inside the rear wheel itself, a hollow “donut” that frees up the frame and gives the bike its unmistakable silhouette. It’s the rare case where engineering and design arrive at exactly the same answer.

The numbers keep pace with the styling. The TS Pro makes 137 horsepower and a colossal 737 lb-ft of torque, runs to 124 mph, and—in its extended solid-state form—claims up to 370 miles of range, with fast charging that adds roughly 186 miles in ten minutes.

It isn’t the most accessible bike on this list, and first deliveries are only now reaching riders. But for sheer ambition and execution, nothing comes closer to redefining what an electric motorcycle can be. A range-topping TS Ultra pushes the same idea to 201 horsepower.

Price	From $29,900
Engine power	100 kW - 137 hp
Top speed	200 km/h - 124 mph
Acceleration	0-100 km/h - 0-62 mph: 3.5 sec
Range	350 km - 217 miles (up to 370 miles extended)
Website	vergemotorcycles.com

2. Energica Experia: Best electric motorcycle for touring

When anyone brings up electric motorcycles, it’s easy to picture a dead battery cutting the fun short. Squeezing large, heavy batteries onto a small frame has long kept genuine touring bikes off the table.

The Energica Experia changed that. It offers one of the longest real-world touring ranges of any production motorcycle, with up to 261 miles (420 km) of city riding on a single charge.

City figures aren’t the whole story, of course. At highway speeds the range settles to around 130 miles (209 km), but three different charging methods get you back on the road in a hurry.

The Experia pairs a planted, confident stance with genuinely elegant aerodynamic styling. For riders who measure a bike by how far it will carry them, it remains in a class of its own.

Price	$25,880
Engine power	75 kW - 102 Hp
Top speed	180 km/h - 112 mph
Acceleration	0-100 km/h - 0-62 mph: 3.5 sec
Range	256 km - 160 miles
Website	energicamotor.com

3. Can-Am Pulse: Best all-around electric motorcycle

When a company with BRP’s pedigree—the people behind Ski-Doo and Sea-Doo—returns to motorcycles after decades away, it pays to take notice. The Can-Am Pulse is the result, and it’s the most genuinely usable electric bike here for everyday riding.

The Pulse is built for the city without feeling like a compromise. 47 horsepower and instant torque make light work of traffic, around 100 miles of city range covers most commutes, and a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and over-the-air updates brings it firmly up to date.

Top speed is capped at 80 mph to protect the battery, so this isn’t the bike for highway heroics. As an approachable, dealer-backed introduction to electric riding, though, it’s hard to beat—and the price reflects real-world sense rather than spectacle.

Price	From $13,999
Engine power	35 kW - 47 hp
Top speed	129 km/h - 80 mph
Acceleration	0-60 mph: 3.8 sec
Range	161 km - 100 miles (city)
Website	can-am.brp.com

4. BMW CE 04: Best premium electric motorbike

If there’s one brand that’s no stranger to bringing advanced electric variants to the streets, BMW deserves some credit. The German automaker introduced futuristic-looking EVs over a decade ago and continues to reshape the automotive and motorcycle industries with new platforms.

The BMW CE 04 is not your average motorcycle. Its low-slung shape with an elongated bench seat might remind you of a modified jetski out of water. But that’s far from the truth.

The reality is that this beast pairs a compact yet powerful motor with a thin battery pack. That leaves you plenty of room for a second passenger or extra gear, plus a sizable storage compartment that makes practical daily use a breeze.

The BMW CE 04 takes a giant step forward in electric motorcycle evolution. Are you ready to take the leap?

Price	$12,195
Engine power	31 kW - 42 hp
Top speed	121 km/h - 75 mph
Acceleration	0–50 km/h - 0-31.1 mph: 2.6 sec
Range	129 km - 80 mi
Website	bmwmotorcycles.com

5. Zero SR/F: Best electric sports bike

Zero has spent longer building electric motorcycles than almost anyone, and the SR/F is where that experience shows. It’s the brand’s flagship streetfighter—and the most complete electric sports bike you can buy today.

The Z-Force motor delivers 110 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque the instant you twist the throttle, with a 124 mph top speed and an upright, naked-bike stance that’s as happy carving back roads as it is slicing through the city.

What sets the SR/F apart is maturity. The Cypher operating system, app connectivity, and optional rapid charging make it the easiest serious electric motorcycle to live with—proof that a decade of head start counts for something.

Price	From $21,995
Engine power	82 kW - 110 hp
Top speed	200 km/h - 124 mph
Acceleration	0-100 km/h - 0-62 mph: 3.5 sec
Range	188 km - 117 miles (combined)
Website	zeromotorcycles.com

6. LiveWire S2 Del Mar: Best electric street bike for tech lovers

Harley-Davidson’s image doesn’t blend obviously with the electric motorcycle revolution. But the brand’s spinoff EV group, LiveWire, is doing all it can to show riders that electric motorbikes are the way of the future. And the S2 Del Mar has grabbed the spotlight.

At first glance, it’s mostly what you’d expect from a modern naked bike. It’s a robust machine with only a few cues hinting at the electric platform, the most notable being the heat-transfer fins flanking the bike.

This isn’t LiveWire’s first take, either. It’s a more nimble, lighter, and more affordable bike than the LiveWire ONE, yet it still has all the power and fun you could want.

The exclusive Del Mar Launch Edition features a distinctive paint scheme and wheel design, but the regular production models are sure to impress with looks just as much as the ride—even if it doesn’t rumble the way you’d expect.

Price	$15,499
Engine power	63 kW - 84 hp
Top speed	166 km/h - 103 mph
Acceleration	0-60 mph: 3.0 sec
Range	182 km - 113 miles
Website	livewire.com

7. LiveWire S2 Mulholland: Best electric cruiser

The cruiser was always going to be the hardest category for electric to crack—it’s the most emotional corner of motorcycling, built on sound and slow-burning character. The S2 Mulholland makes the case anyway, and makes it well.

Built on LiveWire’s S2 platform, the Mulholland trades the rumble for a low, laid-back stance, 84 horsepower, and a thumping 194 lb-ft of torque that arrives the moment you roll on. It’ll reach 60 mph in 3.3 seconds—quicker than the cruiser badge suggests.

LiveWire also used the Mulholland to go greener, with hemp bio-composite fenders and recycled materials at key touchpoints. Around 121 miles of city range keeps it honest for weekend rides and the commute alike.

Price	From $15,999
Engine power	63 kW - 84 hp
Top speed	159 km/h - 99 mph
Acceleration	0-60 mph: 3.3 sec
Range	195 km - 121 miles (city)
Website	livewire.com

8. Stark Varg EX: Best electric motorcycle for off-road

Stark Future rewrote the rulebook for electric dirt bikes with the Varg, and the EX is the version you can ride home on. It’s the brand’s first fully street-legal model—an enduro that’s as comfortable on the trail as it is on the road to it.

The headline is power you can dial in: up to 80 horsepower from a 7.2 kWh battery, tuned through five ride modes that let you reshape power delivery, engine braking, and regen from a handlebar switch. At 264 lb, it’s featherweight next to anything petrol-powered with similar output.

An onboard charger and the included charging stand get you back to full in a couple of hours. For riders who want one bike for the woods and the weekday, the Varg EX is the most exciting answer going.

Price	From $12,900
Engine power	45-60 kW - 60-80 hp
Top speed	Unspecified
Acceleration	Unspecified
Range	Up to 6 hours of trail riding
Website	starkfuture.com

9. Arc Vector: Most stylish electric motorcycle

Not many companies have the luxury of a no-holds-barred approach. ARC is one of the lucky few that does. The result is an impeccable work of art, making the Arc Vector our top choice for style.

But the beauty of this electric street bike is more than skin deep. It’s infused into every component, from the carbon fiber swing arms to the modular battery monocoque platform. The Arc Vector is craftsmanship redefined.

When it arrived, the Vector claimed the title of the world’s most advanced motorcycle, with a Human Machine Interface, an Arc Pilot System heads-up display helmet, and the Origin Jacket with active feedback. It is like little else the world has seen.

Price	£90,000 (~$120,000 USD)
Engine power	87 kW - 117 hp
Top speed	200 km/h - 124 mph
Acceleration	0-100 km/h - 0-62 mph: 3.2 sec
Range	436 km - 271 miles
Website	arcvehicle.com

10. Lightning LS-218: Fastest electric motorbike

Some electric motorcycles are meant for city streets or off-road trails. But when it comes to the Lightning LS-218, there is one thing it seeks above all else: the wide-open road.

While the Voxan Wattman is technically faster, it’s not approved for street use. The Lightning LS-218, on the other hand, can charge down the road at a blistering 218 mph or more, all while silently slipping through the tarmac.

The cost of this powerful bike is magnitudes more than most, but it earns the premium. Its design brings out the best in sports-bike styling, while the range, acceleration, and top speed are all at the top of the game.

Price	$38,888
Engine power	180 kW - 244 hp
Top speed	351 km/h - 218 mph
Acceleration	0-100 km: 3.1 sec
Range	322 km - 200 miles
Website	lightningmotorcycle.com

11. Maeving RM1S: Best classic styling

Not every electric motorcycle wants to look like the future. The Maeving RM1S looks like the past—a hand-built British roadster with the silhouette of a 1960s café racer—and it’s all the more charming for it.

Reviewers consistently single it out as the bike that draws the most compliments, and it’s easy to see why: spoked wheels, a slim tank, and beautifully resolved details hide a thoroughly modern drivetrain. Twin removable batteries slide out for charging indoors and offer a claimed 80 miles between them.

With around 70 mph on tap, this is a bike for city streets and unhurried country lanes rather than the motorway. As a piece of design you happen to be able to ride, few things here come close.

Price	From $8,995
Engine power	11 kW - 15 hp
Top speed	113 km/h - 70 mph
Acceleration	Unspecified
Range	129 km - 80 miles
Website	maeving.com

12. Vespa Elettrica: Best electric scooter

Kleenex, Google, Band-Aid. Few brands are so iconic that their trademarked name takes over the generic term. When it comes to scooters, Vespa is the name of the game, and has been since the 1940s.

Today’s Vespas aren’t like those of the past. While the exterior design might have you think otherwise, the Vespa Elettrica uses a fully electric drivetrain to make getting around town an absolute joy.

The power is on the lower end of the scale, but you won’t notice thanks to the respectable 148 lb-ft of instant torque. The inboard display seamlessly connects to your phone, and you have your choice of six stylish colors to make this electric scooter your own.

If you don’t care about the Vespa name, check out the Piaggio 1. This more affordable alternative is based on the same platform and has similar performance.

Price	$7,499
Engine power	4 kW - 5 hp
Top speed	70 km/h - 43 mph
Acceleration	Unspecified
Range	100 km - 62 miles
Website	vespa.com

13. Evoke 6061: Fastest-charging electric motorbike

Battery electric vehicles have one serious disadvantage. When they run out of juice, it can be a long time before they’re ready to hit the road again.

The Evoke 6061 turns that idea about-face. Using a 336-volt battery pack, it can recharge up to 80% in 15 minutes—just enough time to shake off any road fatigue, refuel your body, and hop back on.

This hand-assembled motorcycle pleases the eye with a minimalist design that puts the aluminum twin-plate frame in the spotlight. But the real treat comes when you turn the throttle: the 160-horsepower motor rockets up to 62 mph in just 2.6 seconds.

The Evoke 6061 is making waves in the electric motorcycle segment. And for good reason.

Price	$24,995
Engine power	120 kW - 160 hp
Top speed	230 km/h - 143 mph
Acceleration	0-100 km/h – 0-62 mph: 2.6 sec
Range	470 km - 292 miles
Website	evokemotorcycles.com

14. Onyx RCR: Best electric street bike

It’s a bird… it’s a plane. No, it’s the Onyx RCR electric street bike. Fitting neatly into no category, this sleek offering straddles the line between an e-bike and an electric motorcycle.

One thing’s for certain: the Onyx RCR brings back nostalgia with its cafe-racer looks and woodgrain decals. It’s available in two models, one designed for street use and one for trail riding. You can also customize the battery packs, suspension heights, and paint colors.

This bike is best suited to slower speeds—the street-legal mode tops out at 20 mph (32 km/h). But as an affordable electric street bike, it can win over your heart with one quick ride.

Price	$4,699
Engine power	13 kW - 17 hp
Top speed	97 km/h - 60 mph
Acceleration	Unspecified
Range	193 km - 120 miles
Website	huckberry.com

15. Ryvid Anthem: Best budget electric motorcycle

Affordable rarely means interesting. The Ryvid Anthem is the exception—a US-built electric motorcycle with a folded-steel monocoque frame, an electronically adjustable seat, and a removable battery, for a price that undercuts almost everything else worth riding.

At just 313 lb it’s genuinely light, which makes its 20 horsepower feel friskier than the figure suggests. Expect around 75 mph and up to 75 miles of city range, with the battery sliding out to charge wherever’s convenient.

It’s proof that getting into electric riding doesn’t have to mean spending big or settling for a glorified bicycle. For new riders and city commuters, the Anthem is the value pick of the list.

Price	From $6,495
Engine power	14 kW - 20 hp
Top speed	120 km/h - 75 mph
Acceleration	Unspecified
Range	120 km - 75 miles (city)
Website	ryvid.com

Bonus: The upcoming electric motorcycles we’re most excited about

A few of the most promising electric motorcycles are still on their way to riders:

• Honda WN7 – Honda’s first full-size electric motorcycle is a sharply styled naked bike with 50 kW of power, 100 Nm (74 lb-ft) of torque, and a 20–80% fast charge in roughly 30 minutes—performance pitched between a 600cc and a liter bike. It launches in Europe first, with other markets expected to follow.
• Royal Enfield Flying Flea – Reviving a name from Royal Enfield’s wartime history, the Flying Flea is a retro-styled urban electric that channels classic British design into a modern, city-friendly package. It’s the most charming newcomer on the horizon.

Advantages and disadvantages of electric motorcycles

Electric motorcycles have many advantages. Ease of maintenance, instant torque, and whisper-quiet noise levels are some of the top benefits.

But there are disadvantages too. The main issues to weigh are the limited range, charging time and infrastructure, and potential battery replacement needs.

The electric motorcycle that’s best for you

More powerful than an electric bicycle, lower profile than an electric car: if you’re looking for a sustainable vehicle that strikes a good all-around compromise between the two, you can’t go wrong with an electric motorcycle. In particular, they’re usually more cost-effective than an electric car—and they generally feature shorter recharge times, which is a definite plus.

If you’re looking to buy an electric motorbike, there are a few features you should pay close attention to. These include:

• Range. As an EV, an electric motorbike has a specific maximum distance it can travel before you need to recharge. If you’re using yours mainly for commuting, you may be able to choose a bike with a lower range and prioritize other features. If you’re planning to adventure further from home, look for one with a larger range—such as the Verge TS Pro or Energica Experia.
• Comfort. Motorcycles aren’t known for being the most comfortable of vehicles, but if you plan to ride a lot, a little comfort goes a long way. Check what the seat is made of, whether the pegs are adjustable, and whether the suspension promises a bump-free ride.
• Safety. Motorcycles have had poor press in the past for a lack of safety features. The modern EV market is compensating with new high-tech features each year, such as 360-degree cameras and smart rider assistance. If you’re at all worried about your safety while zipping around, it’s wise to invest in a bike that offers these options.

Methodology: How we select, test, and rank the best options on the market

To find the best electric motorcycles on the market, we ranked the features we deemed most important—such as safety and range, as well as power, style, and comfort—and looked at the motorcycles that have come out recently. The master list we came up with featured several sophisticated, powerful motorbikes.

We ranked each of these motorcycles, combing through reviews and testimonials until we had a ranking we were ready to share. Finally, we picked one element from each bike to emphasize, awarding each a title as winner of a specific category.

Frequently asked questions about the best electric motorcycles