- Entry-level price for high-end performance: The ReRode RX has 35 kW peak power, a top speed of 78 mph, and only around $6000!
- Full-sized chassis paired with race-ready suspension: The ReRode RX comes with 21” wheels in the front and 18” in the rear, paired with top-quality RFloXa suspension.
- 7 ride modes: Ride modes range from Eco to Sports Plus, plus Reverse and Park, making this bike suitable for all riding abilities and terrain.
- Backed by a well-known brand: ReRode has produced high-quality e-motos since 2021, and its trials-champion founder brings strong pedigree to the ReRode RX.
Is the ReRode RX just another electric dirt bike new to the e-moto scene? With looks and features similar to other e-motos, it could easily be mistaken for just another bike. But dig a little deeper, and the ReRode RX reveals several exciting features that could be a game changer.
ReRode has been around for a few years, with their first model, the R1, released back in 2022. The R1 is a mid-sized 10kW machine that easily rivals the Surron LBX or Talaria. They know how to build electric dirt bikes. ReRode’s founder, Zhao Xuan, is a Trials World Champion, so you know you’ll be getting a precision-built frame with next-level controllability!
Fast forward to today, and ReRode has announced the launch of the RX. The promise: an electric dirt bike that is full-sized, high-performance, but comes with an entry-level price tag. How did they do it? You also might be wondering, what did they compromise on to get the price this low?
Let’s have a look at the ReRode RX, the specs, the components, and what we think this new e-moto will provide for the e-moto world. We’re expecting our first shipment of ReRode RX e-motos in the coming weeks. Subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to see us ride!
If you want the new ReRode RX, preorder your bike here. (We ship these first-come, first-served, so get in quickly if you want your new ride to be on the first shipment)
The Power
With a 35kW peak power output driving a top speed of around 78mph, the ReRode doesn’t seem like your entry-level bike. It comes with 7 ride modes, from Eco and Sport to Reverse and more, providing options for all situations.
The motor is a mid-mounted PMSM motor paired with a FOC sine wave vector controller. All up, this produces around 47hp, which would be similar to the 250cc class dirt bikes.
For the full rundown on specs, check out our page here
The Battery (Our Concern)
An interesting point on the ReRode RX is the battery. It has us at GritShift a bit divided, so I wanted to add an extra bit here.
The ReRode RX has a 97V 45Ah lithium-ion battery, with Samsung 50S 21700 cells. 97 Volts with 45 Ah is a good figure; this provides a high top speed. However, the Samsung 50S cells are what have Bullet and Rusty divided. It’s not like those cells are bad; in fact, they have been proven many times to be reliable in other bikes. The question is more: why didn’t ReRode use a newer, more advanced battery pack?
Rusty is concerned that these batteries will overheat when a fast rider jumps onto the ReRode and thrashes it in the sand. Only time will tell this one, and when we get our first delivery, we’ll be able to let you know. However, on the other side of this, it could be how ReRode has been able to keep costs down.
The Samsung 50S is a good, well-proven battery, and for the majority of riders, it will be more than enough to push the power. For those who will need a more modern battery that can push out the power fast and not run the risk of overheating, I’m sure that many aftermarket batteries will have this sorted in no time.
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The Specs
The ReRode RX is a full-sized electric dirt bike. If you squint, you could mistake it for a Varg; the frame and plastics have a similar feel. But your wallet will thank you for getting the ReRode RX! Lighter than a 250cc dirt bike, the ReRode RX comes in at about 225 pounds.
The seat height is 35.8”, with full-size CST wheels, 21″ in the front and 18″ in the rear. It has an aluminum alloy frame and RFloXa suspension front and rear. The hydraulic brakes are a big 240mm disc on the front and 220mm on the rear.
Who needs the ReRode RX?
For beginners, it would be a good bike to get. Ride it within your means, turn on eco mode or dial down the tune. Then, as you progress, ramp up the power. It saves you from buying one bike now, then upgrading to something more powerful in the near future. I’m a big believer in buy quality, buy once. I think this is one of the reasons why we’re so excited about the ReRode RX, it’s top quality, and somehow they’ve managed to keep the costs very reasonable.
For those with experience, the ReRode RX seems to be a great bike too; it has plenty of power. We already know the RFloXa suspension has been great on other e-motos; the chassis looks solid and looks like it’s going to be a good bike to mod.
Here is a video we did on the RFloXa suspension:
From what we’ve seen so far, I think this bike is going to be a good all-rounder. Good for commuting, good for MX tracks, good for enduro. Given the founder is a trials champion, I would think it’s going to be nicely balanced to get around any enduro trails too!
What mods can you do?
From the specs we’ve seen and what we already know about ReRode, I don’t think there will be much that needs to be upgraded. Bullet mentioned he doesn’t like the CST tires, but that would be a personal choice based on the riding conditions. Here in Florida, the dirt is more of a soft, powdery sand, so anything less than paddle tires just doesn’t work!
The RFloxA forks and shock have plenty of fine-tuning, and we’ve run these on our other bikes, so I don’t think the suspension will need to be upgraded unless it’s for preference.
Like all of the other articles I’ve written, I’ve mentioned this same thing. It all comes down to riding your bike as stock first. Get a feel for it, then swap one thing at a time. That way, if something doesn’t feel right, you can work out what you’ve changed and change it back.
The only first mods I see happening are ones for preference – things like handlebars, grips, foot pegs, perhaps. The ones that make your bike feel like your bike!
GritShift Thoughts
For our full rundown, check out this video:
We have sold ReRode on our website for a while now, and have plenty of time on the ReRode R1, and, long story short, we love them! We’re very excited for the RX to get here and will be putting it through all its paces.
If any component on the RX looks like it might need upgrading for those who will ride it well past its intended capabilities, then I’m sure that our R&D team will assemble! For most riders, I can only see this is going to be the best value for money e-moto you’ll be able to get your hands on.
Notable concerns
For the ReRode RX, the only question so far is the battery overheating – and in our experience, that would likely only be a concern for riders running at race pace through thick terrain such as soft sand, so this isn’t a concern for all riders. Although we can see this is potentially where they’ve managed to keep the costs right down to bring a really good value e-moto.
Like most e-motos, the ReRode RX is only available for riders as an off-road version. If you’re looking to ride this bike on the road, check your local laws. In the USA, have a chat with DirtLegal if this is something that interests you.
Competitors and alternatives
The ReRode RX is a full-sized, high-performance e-moto, so to keep this as fair as possible, I’ve tried to keep the comparison to similar performance bikes. The other obvious alternative is the Stark Varg, but due to its price tag of almost $12000 and 60 hp output, it really isn’t in the same category! Interestingly, that is double the price, and only 13 extra horses!
The price I’ve listed below is correct at the time of writing; check our webpage for the latest info.
E Ride Pro SR Euduro
- Peak Power: 25Kw
- Wheel size: Front: 19″ Rear: 18″
- Price: $5813
The E Ride Pro SR Enduro is a high-performance mid-sized e-moto, so slightly smaller than the ReRode RX with a lower top speed and peak power. If you prefer the nimble, flickable feeling on the electric dirt bike, the E Ride Pro SR would be a good option to check out.
Arctic Leopard XE Pro R
- Peak Power: 26Kw
- Wheel size: Front: 21″ Rear: 18″
- Price: $5710
The XE Pro R from Arctic Leopard is another great e-moto; it has the same size wheels, but you’ll find the XE Pro R is slightly smaller. The seat height is 34.3″, compared with the 35.8″ on the ReRode RX. Weight is 170 pounds, which is much lighter than the RX, so again, if you’re looking for more of a flickable lightweight e-moto feel, check out the Arctic Leopard XE.
Stomp Haywire Enduro
- Peak Power: 21Kw
- Wheel size: Front: 21″ Rear: 18″
- Price: $5813
The Stomp Haywire Enduro is classed as a full-sized e-moto, reaching a top speed of around 65mph from 21kW peak power. The seat height is slightly taller than the RX, at 36.2″. The weight of the Stomp and the RX are very similar. The biggest difference is the power output and top speed.
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