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Talaria Sting R MX4 specs, top speed, range and price
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Typical price
$5,000 – $5,900
USD, before freight and setup
The Sting R MX4 is Talaria's answer to the Sur-Ron Light Bee, and for most first-time buyers it is the easier bike to live with straight out of the crate: more peak power, a noticeably bigger battery, and Fastace suspension that does not need an immediate upgrade.
Peak power
8 kW (~29 hp)
Top speed
~50 mph
Battery
60V 45Ah / 2.7 kWh
Weight
~120 lb
Full spec sheet
Powertrain
| Motor | Mid-drive PMSM, chain final drive |
|---|---|
| Peak power | 8 kW (~29 hp) |
| Rated power | 4 kW |
| Peak torque | ~430 Nm at the rear wheel |
| Controller | Sine-wave, ~120A peak |
| Ride modes | Three-stage power select |
Performance
| Top speed (stock) | ~50 mph / 80 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–30 mph | ~2.8 seconds |
| Claimed range | Up to 68 mi / 110 km |
| Realistic trail range | 25–40 mi / 40–65 km mixed riding |
| Max grade | ~45 degrees |
Battery and charging
| Battery | 60V 45Ah (~2.7 kWh), removable |
|---|---|
| Standard charger | 10A — roughly 4 hours to full |
| Fast charger (optional) | 20A — roughly 2 hours |
| Battery weight | ~33 lb / 15 kg |
Chassis
| Frame | Aluminium alloy perimeter frame |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Fastace inverted fork, ~8.6 in travel |
| Rear suspension | Fastace piggyback shock, ~9 in travel |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc — 4-piston front, 2-piston rear |
| Wheels | 19 in front / 19 in rear |
Dimensions and weight
| Curb weight | ~120 lb / 54 kg |
|---|---|
| Seat height | ~34 in / 86 cm |
| Wheelbase | ~50 in / 127 cm |
| Max payload | ~250 lb / 113 kg |
Price and availability
| MSRP (2026, US) | ~$5,700 USD |
|---|---|
| Typical street price | $5,000–$5,900 |
| Warranty | Typically 1 year via authorised dealers |
| Street legal from factory | No — off-road / closed-course only |
How fast is it, really?
On a full charge with a 180 lb rider, the MX4 pulls to roughly 50 mph on flat hardpack in its highest power mode.
The extra controller current shows up most between 20 and 40 mph, where the Talaria simply keeps pulling while a stock Light Bee flattens out.
Real-world range
The 2.7 kWh pack is about 40% larger than a Light Bee X pack, which translates to roughly 25–40 miles of mixed trail riding.
Ridden hard in the top power mode on open terrain, expect closer to 20 miles.
Owner reviews
Average of rider-submitted scores for the Talaria Sting R MX4 from E BUDDY riders and public owner forums.
What owners like
- • Fastace suspension is genuinely usable out of the crate
- • 2.7 kWh pack adds real trail time over a Light Bee
- • Strong mid-range pull between 20 and 40 mph
Common complaints
- • Heavier and less flickable in tight woods
- • Smaller parts network than Sur-Ron
- • Belt/chain alignment needs checking after break-in
Rode it stock all season
Coming off a Light Bee, the suspension and battery are the upgrades I would have paid for anyway. 30-plus mile trail days are normal.
Priya K. ·
Fast, but you feel the extra weight
Climbs anything and stays fast where my old bike ran out. Tight singletrack is more work than a Sur-Ron.
Owen B. ·
Verdict
Buy the Sting R MX4 if you want the most usable bike per dollar without immediately spending on suspension. It is heavier than a Light Bee and slightly less nimble in tight woods, but it climbs better and goes further.
Is it street legal?
Sold as off-road only. Registration for street use depends on your state or province.
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