Sur-Ron Light Bee L1e
The European road version of the 2026 Light Bee, type-approved as an L1e-B moped and limited to 45 km/h. It shares the off-road Light Bee X's motor and 72 V 35 Ah battery, and adds lights, indicators, mirrors and a road dashboard.
Spec analysis: we have not ridden this model. Specs and prices checked 9 Nov 2026.
- Top speed
- 45 km/h (28 mph)
- Motor
- 10 kW peak
- Torque
- 295 Nm at the rear wheel
- Battery
- 2,520 Wh
- Range
- ≈ 71 km real, 75 km claimed
- Weight
- 62 kg
- Max load
- 100 kg
- Price from
- £4,499
Full specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Top speed (EU version) | 45 km/h (28 mph) |
| Motor power | 10 kW peak |
| Torque | 295 Nm at the rear wheel |
| Claimed range | 75 km |
| Ride modes | 2 modes (Sport, Eco) |
| Motor and drivetrain | |
| Motors | 1 (mid-drive) |
| Gears | Single speed |
| Drive | Chain |
| Battery and charging | |
| Battery | 2,520 Wh (72 V, 35 Ah) |
| Charging time | not published |
| Size and weight | |
| Weight | 62 kg |
| Max load | 100 kg |
| Seat height | 830 mm |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 188.5 × 78 × 108 cm |
| Frame | Forged aluminium alloy double cradle |
| Wheels, brakes and suspension | |
| Wheel size | not published |
| Tyre size | 70/100-19 front, 3.00-18 rear |
| Tyres | Pneumatic |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc front and rear, four-piston calipers |
| Suspension | 200 mm front fork, multi-link rear with adjustable shock (85 mm stroke) |
| Lights, display and features | |
| Lights | LED headlight with high/low beam, rear light with emergency brake flash |
| Turn signals | Yes |
| Display | Road instrument with error codes and system warnings |
| App | Yes |
| Water resistance | not published |
| Other features | 5-level regenerative braking, 2-level wheelie control, Auto hold, 3-level throttle response, GPS, Tilt protection, Side-stand protection, Rear-view mirrors |
| Approvals and warranty | |
| EU type approval | L1e-B |
European version, from official sources listed below. “Not published” means the maker does not give that figure; we leave a gap rather than guess.
Where can you ride it?
As sold, the Sur-Ron Light Bee L1e can be ridden on public roads in 5 of the 5 countries we cover. Verdicts compare the European version's specs with each country's rules. They are not legal advice.
| Country | Verdict for this model as sold |
|---|---|
| 🇫🇷 France checked 9 Nov 2026 | Road-legal with conditions
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| 🇩🇪 Germany checked 9 Nov 2026 | Road-legal with conditions
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| 🇳🇱 Netherlands checked 9 Nov 2026 | Road-legal with conditions
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| 🇵🇱 Poland checked 9 Nov 2026 | Road-legal with conditions
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| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom checked 9 Nov 2026 | Road-legal with conditions
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