Electric motorcycle: how to choose an e-bike for yourself or a teenager
What you want an e-bike for
Electric motorcycles come in different kinds: light “enduro” bikes like the Sur-Ron for trails and roads, city e-bikes with speeds up to 70–90 km/h, and powerful models similar to ordinary motorcycles. So first decide where you will ride and who you are buying for. Teenage and adult versions differ in power, weight, riding position and speed.
On BlaBlaPrice you write a request once, and sellers reply in the chat with a price, photos and terms. The system shows the best offer first, and contacts open only to the one you choose. You do not need to search for sellers in listings.
The battery is the most expensive part
The range depends on capacity and riding mode. Look at the voltage (60 or 72 V) and the capacity in amp-hours, or better still in watt-hours, to compare fairly. Ask about the real range at your weight, not the one in the specification. For a used bike, ask for the battery condition: the number of cycles, whether cells were repaired, and whether the battery management system (BMS) works. Replacement is expensive, so this affects the price a lot.
Then check the motor and controller, the brakes and the suspension. For a teenager, modes that limit power and speed are especially important.
What to put in your request
- Model — for example Sur-Ron Light Bee X.
- Who it is for — an adult or a teenager, their height and weight.
- Condition — new or used, mileage.
- Power — say 6 kW.
- Battery — voltage, capacity, range.
- Speed — the top speed you need.
- Budget and city.
Example: “I am looking for a used Sur-Ron Light Bee X electric motorcycle for a teenager of 165 cm, mileage up to 2,000 km, power 6 kW, 60 V 40 Ah battery, range about 80 km, speed up to 75 km/h. Cebu City, budget up to ₱260,000.”
How to compare offers
Compare the battery and the motor, not only the make and the year. Ask whether the original charger is included, how long it takes to charge and whether the warranty is valid. For a used one, ask for a video of it starting and a test of its acceleration. Allow for delivery, because the bike is heavy. Some sellers include a helmet or spare parts in the price, and that is worth comparing. If you do not need that much power, look at electric scooters or e-scooters, and for grown-up riding, ordinary motorcycles.
What the price depends on
The price is shaped by battery capacity, motor power, suspension, the make, and whether it is original or a copy. Models with a stronger controller and quality suspension cost more but take tougher loads. Also find out about spares: for popular models parts are in stock, and for rare ones you will have to wait. Sellers may also offer extra batteries.
Common mistakes
Going by the top speed in the advertising. Buying with an unknown battery. Not finding out whether registration is needed and what the riding rules are for this kind of vehicle (check with your regional transport office). Not buying a helmet and protective gear. How the service works is on the “How it works” page.
