Sur-Ron Storm Bee Review: Full-Size Electric Motocross, Tested
The Sur-Ron Storm Bee is the bike that answers the question every Light Bee owner eventually asks: what does a full-size Sur-Ron feel like? At around 265 lb with race geometry and a 22.5 kW motor, it is not a scaled-up Light Bee — it is a genuine electric motocross machine that competes with gas 250s and 450s on a closed course.
At $8,499 it also sits at the top of the Sur-Ron range on price. Here is what the Storm Bee is, who should buy one, and where it fits against the rest of the electric motocross bikes we stock.
Sur-Ron Storm Bee specs and price
The Storm Bee runs a 22.5 kW peak motor, an 84V/55Ah battery and full long-travel suspension, for a top speed of around 68 mph and a claimed range near 75 miles depending on how hard it is ridden. It weighs roughly 265 lb — more than double the Light Bee X — with a tall seat height and a chassis built for jumps and race pace rather than tight trail.
US pricing is $8,499 as an estimate; like all our pricing it moves with import tariff conditions, so confirm the current figure with us before ordering. The Storm Bee is sold for closed-course and off-road use only — it is not street legal, and California riders should follow green-sticker / OHV rules under Vehicle Code Section 436.1.
How it rides compared to the Light Bee
The Light Bee and Hyper Bee reward a light touch and are forgiving of mistakes. The Storm Bee is the opposite kind of bike — the power, weight and suspension travel all assume an experienced rider who wants to push. On a motocross track it feels planted and fast; on a narrow trail its size and weight work against it.
If your riding is mostly trails, single-track or pit duty, the Storm Bee is more bike than you need and the Ultra Bee HP or Light Bee X is the smarter buy. If you ride a track, want to jump, and are stepping across from a gas MX bike, the Storm Bee is the Sur-Ron built for you.
Storm Bee vs Stark Varg
The obvious rival is the Stark Varg, which starts at $10,490 for the 60 HP Standard. The Varg has more configurable power, a bigger 7.2 kWh battery and a more refined chassis, and it costs meaningfully more. The Storm Bee undercuts it by around $2,000 and brings Sur-Ron’s deeper aftermarket and dealer familiarity.
For a rider who wants the outright best electric MX bike and has the budget, the Varg is the pick. For a rider who wants a full-size electric motocross bike at the lowest sensible price and values the Sur-Ron ecosystem, the Storm Bee makes the case. Browse both in the electric motocross bikes category.
Who should buy the Storm Bee
The Storm Bee suits experienced adult riders (18+) who ride closed courses or open desert, want to jump, and are comfortable managing a 265 lb machine at speed. It is not a first electric dirt bike and it is not a trail bike.
Availability on the Storm Bee can be tighter than on the lightweight Sur-Ron models, so contact us to confirm current US stock and lead time before you commit. For the rest of the range, the Sur-Ron brand page has every model side by side.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast is the Sur-Ron Storm Bee?
The Storm Bee reaches around 68 mph from its 22.5 kW motor and 84V battery, making it one of the fastest bikes in the Sur-Ron lineup. It is a full-size machine for experienced adult riders on closed courses and off-road terrain.
Is the Sur-Ron Storm Bee street legal?
No. The Storm Bee is built for closed-course and off-road use only and has no street-legal path. Ride it on private land or designated OHV areas with the correct registration; California riders follow Vehicle Code Section 436.1.
Storm Bee or Ultra Bee HP?
Choose the Ultra Bee HP for trail and aggressive enduro at 187 lb, or the Storm Bee if you ride a motocross track, want to jump and are coming from a full-size gas MX bike. The Storm Bee is larger, heavier and race-focused.