The Five Best Street Legal Electric Motorcycles of 2025

2025 is the year when electric motorcycles have finally become a dominating force. The global sales of e‑bikes have surged (with more than 10 million units sold by 2021), and now companies are presenting their models with superior performance. The latest high-end electric street bikes reach speeds that are competitive on a highway (Harley’s LiveWire ONE reaches its peak at nearly 110 mph, Zero’s new DSR/X manages 112 mph) and average ranges with real-world conditions of more than 100 miles.

In addition, these bikes come up with the latest and most advanced technologies such as smartphone-integrated touchscreens and Apple CarPlay to multiple ride modes and even smartphone apps – this makes them gadgets as much as motorcycles. Some of the things that make the practitioners of this very sport love it are: immediately available torque, quietly running the machine, and the fact that it is environmentally-friendly.

Also, the fuel costs are lower, and it gives a feeling of being high-tech. Here are five models in this article which uniquely and partly characterize street-legal electric bikes of the new generation.

Stark Future Varg EX (Stark Future)

Introducing the Stark Varg EX, the superlative electric dirt bike that becomes street legal now. The Alpha model dominates the top of the range by generating an impressive 80 horsepower with the help of a 7.2 kWh battery and weighs just about 120 kg. That means one can expect very high invasion rates after classroom end of term (comparable to middlesized gas pcs) and chocolate on the cake? Up to 7 hours of fun in the batteries’ company.

The Varg EX is more than just that; it is the latest gadget that everyone wants to have: super bright 4000-lumen headlamp, Brembo brakes, KYB long-travel suspension, and of course the built-in Android “Arkenstone” dash with GPS navigation and customizable ride modes. What is more, riders can quickly adjust the output power in the range from 10 to 80 horsepower, getting the bike ready for different terrains or streets.

Range/Charge: Approximately 7.2 kWh for around 6-7 hours of riding (80 mph limit). Price: Around $13,900 (Alpha). What makes it different from other bikes: It is basically a dirt electric superbike, it is superfast, super light and the top of the range with technology, it has the feel of a motocross bike on the street and is perfectly legal.

Can-Am Origin (BRP)

BRP’s Can-Am Origin is a perfect example of an electric adventure bike. It utilizes the same 11kW Rotax liquid-cooled motor and 8.9kWh battery with the commuter Pulse, which, therefore, generates approximately 47hp and 53lb-ft of torque. The Origin is equipped with off-road facilities including the 21″/18″ tires, long suspension travel, and high ground clearance. In the real world, the Origin can travel approximately 90 miles in the city and 71 miles in combined mode with one charge.

Also, it is fully equipped with several riding modes (Normal, Eco, Rain, Sport+, and dedicated Off-Road modes), regenerative braking, a chaincase that requires low maintenance, and even a reverse gear. Range/Charge: ~90 mi city (71 mi combined); 0–80% in ~50 minutes with a 6.6 kW charger. Price: ~$14,499 MSRP.

It’s unique features: The Origin combines a lightweight adventure chassis with silent electric propulsion. Its innovative design and technology make it the first electric dual-sport bike produced by a Canadian company with reasonable performance (47 hp), and features such as Apple CarPlay navigation and smartphone connectivity especially in addition to its off-road capabilities.

LiveWire ONE (Harley-Davidson/LiveWire)

The ONE is the premier model of LiveWire (which was previously known as Harley and LiveWire) and is the right companion to those who want the speed of a sports bike. With a liquid cooled electric motor that gives 100hp and 84lb-ft of torque and this power, the bike goes from 0–60 in approximately 3 seconds. In fact, the ONE is able to reach approximately 110 mph on the fully charged 15.4kWh battery.

It is a motorcycle of solid quality: double Brembo brakes, a 4.3-Inch TFT display of colors, modern LED lighting, and a superior suspension along with a Showa fork and shock. Another significant thing about the ONE is that it has a full smartphone integration (including turn-by-turn navigation using its Bluetooth system). What distinguishes it from the rest: The 100 hp motor and a Harley-inspired “muscle” design make the LiveWire ONE a superbike almost completely electric but still with modern tech.

It is a very exciting road machine, thus, very little off-road use is recommended thanks to its tight chassis, advanced electronics (C-ABS, traction control) and rider-focused electronics.

Zero DSR/X (Zero Motorcycles)

The DSR/X has been designed by Zero Motors to be a stylishly sporty adventure tourer and is consequently the most popular model in the company. The bike is outfitted with a vast Z-Force 17.3 kWh battery (can be expanded by an optional 3.3 kWh Power Tank) besides the electric drivetrain that together create the longest city range of 179 mi and a maximum speed of 112 mph, which means extraordinary off-road torque as well as freeway capability.

The frame represents the ultimate adventure package which is composed of a tubular frame cradle, an extra-long travel suspension, rugged 21″/18″ wheels, and a comfortable upright seating position for touring. Moreover, it features advanced safety tech such as Bosch’s off-road Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC) to control wheelspin and enhance cornering. Full specifications: Range/Charge: 179 mi city; rapid-charge capable (≈1.1 hr to 80% on DCFC).

Price: $22,995 MSRP. Distinctive feature: The DSR/X is aimed at adventure enthusiasts- it has a huge battery and alternative equipment (luggage, skid plates, nav, etc.) are available, allowing you to ride all day off-road. It is also the first electric bike with full off-road stability control and thus, it’s versatile on dirt. To summarize, it’s an adventure bike with zero emissions and a combination of mainstream features for an uncompromising off-road style.

BMW CE 02 (BMW Motorrad)

The BMW CE 02 is an ultra-urban, stage-ready and fairly ideal for city riders electric bike. With a power of 15 hp (11 kW) motor, it can reach a maximum speed of around 60 mph. Its design looks quite fun and is minimalist (BMW going for an “eParkourer”), with a flat seat, 14″ wide and fat wheels, and a cool LED headlight. Because of its 29.5″ height seat and 291 lbs light weight, it is very agile in traffic. Tech features contain 3 ride modes (Flow, Surf, Flash) and a newly connected smartphone app that is displaying charge status and trip data; Level 2 in about ~3 hrs.

Price: starting from $8,194 (Standard). What makes it different? The CE 02 is not a racer – it is a city fun bike that is extremely strong and light. It delivers the electric torque instantly and is very agile in the urban setting due to its compact design. Also, it is one of the cheapest ways to enter the electrification of mobility with the unique BMW design and connected functions.

Comparison Table

All the mentioned bikes are exceptional. They represent the latest features available on the market whether it is for the ultimate off-road experience (Varg EX, Zero DSR/X) or the most advance urban tech (LiveWire ONE, CE02) – and all of them are operating within the legal codes streetwise. The pair is a perfect example of the development of e-moto technology in the time count of only 2 years growing to 2025.

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