Sur-Ron Light Bee X vs Sur-Ron Light Bee L1e
Spec analysis from published data. We have not ridden these models side by side.
Key differences
- Sur-Ron Light Bee X is 3 kg lighter (59 vs 62 kg).
- Sur-Ron Light Bee X has a higher top speed as sold (80 vs 45 km/h).
- Sur-Ron Light Bee L1e is road-legal as sold in more of the countries we cover (5 vs 0).
Specs side by side
| Sur-Ron Light Bee X | Sur-Ron Light Bee L1e | |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world range (our estimate) | ≈ 71 km | ≈ 71 km |
| Lowest price in euros | not published | not published |
| Top speed (EU version) | 80 km/h (50 mph) | 45 km/h (28 mph) |
| Motor power | 10 kW peak | 10 kW peak |
| Torque | 295 Nm at the rear wheel | 295 Nm at the rear wheel |
| Claimed range | 75 km | 75 km |
| Ride modes | 2 modes (Sport, Eco) | 2 modes (Sport, Eco) |
| Motors | 1 (mid-drive) | 1 (mid-drive) |
| Gears | Single speed | Single speed |
| Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Battery | 2,520 Wh (72 V, 35 Ah) | 2,520 Wh (72 V, 35 Ah) |
| Charging time | not published | not published |
| Weight | 59 kg | 62 kg |
| Max load | 100 kg | 100 kg |
| Seat height | 830 mm | 830 mm |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 185 × 78 × 108 cm | 188.5 × 78 × 108 cm |
| Frame | Forged aluminium alloy double cradle | Forged aluminium alloy double cradle |
| Wheel size | not published | not published |
| Tyre size | 70/100-19 front, 3.00-18 rear | 70/100-19 front, 3.00-18 rear |
| Tyres | Pneumatic | Pneumatic |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc front and rear, four-piston calipers | Hydraulic disc front and rear, four-piston calipers |
| Suspension | 200 mm front fork, multi-link rear with adjustable shock (85 mm stroke) | 200 mm front fork, multi-link rear with adjustable shock (85 mm stroke) |
| Lights | Single headlight without high/low beam, rear light with emergency brake flash | LED headlight with high/low beam, rear light with emergency brake flash |
| Turn signals | No | Yes |
| Display | Off-road instrument with simplified information | Road instrument with error codes and system warnings |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Water resistance | not published | not published |
| Other features | 5-level regenerative braking, 2-level wheelie control, Auto hold, 3-level throttle response, GPS, Tilt protection, Side-stand protection | 5-level regenerative braking, 2-level wheelie control, Auto hold, 3-level throttle response, GPS, Tilt protection, Side-stand protection, Rear-view mirrors |
| EU type approval | None (off-road version) | L1e-B |
Range estimate: 75 kg rider, 15°C, flat city riding at up to 20 km/h (40 km/h for e-motos). Try your own conditions.
Road legality as sold
| Country | Sur-Ron Light Bee X | Sur-Ron Light Bee L1e |
|---|---|---|
| 🇫🇷 France | Not road-legal as sold | Road-legal with conditions |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Not road-legal as sold | Road-legal with conditions |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | Not road-legal as sold | Road-legal with conditions |
| 🇵🇱 Poland | Not road-legal as sold | Road-legal with conditions |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Not road-legal as sold | Road-legal with conditions |
Reasons and conditions for each verdict are on the model pages.