Chinese tech company NIU has established a presence in electric scooters, mopeds, and e-bikes but is now entering the electric motorcycle space. The NIU XQi3 electric dirt bike is being rolled out as the brand’s first electric motorcycle. The new electric motorcycle has an 8kW maximum output and a top speed of 75km/h.
Features
The NIU XQi3 weighs 76kg and is more expensive than the Sur Ron Light Bee X but also comes with 2kW more power. It is designed with a sturdy forged aluminum frame suitable for off-road riding in addition to a decent suspension system. It is also available in three Cyberpunk-inspired style options. The color changes and patterns are on the metal plate covering the sides of the battery pack. The colors are white, purple, and yellow, reflecting the retro-motorbike style and a mix of Cyberpunk.
The XQi3 electric motorcycle has KKE forks and minimalist front and rear mudguards. It has circular LED headlights and the bike is available in two versions. The two options are the XQi3 Street and XQi3 Wild. Both models come with identical hardware as well as the Ultra Boost function. The XQi3 Wild has greater off-road capabilities than the Street version. The XQi3 Wild has a top speed of 75km/h while the Street tops at 45km/h. The battery capacity of the new NIU electric motorcycle is 32Ah with a range of up to 90km. Since both models have the same battery capacity, the XQi3 Wild will have a lower range than the Street version.
The battery of the NIU XQi3 electric motorcycle can be fully recharged in 5 hours and 20 minutes. It has an 875mm seat height and 237mm of ground clearance. The XQi3 promises to be durable with its solid frame design. It has a TFT screen that shows notifications and other smartphone-connected tech.
Pricing and Availability
The NIU XQi3 is priced starting at $5,499 and this is $1,000 more expensive than the Sur Ron Light Bee X. It sits nicely in its category in terms of price and performance. The XQi3 will be available in Europe and the US next year.
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