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Talaria Sting R MX4

The chain-drive evolution of the Sting with a bigger pack.

Short answer: the Sting R MX4 is Talaria conceding a point to the tinkerers — it swaps the MX3’s sealed gear drive for a conventional chain, adds a larger pack, and lands closer to the Light Bee X in character. You get sprocket-swap gearing freedom and easier parts sourcing; you inherit chain maintenance. It is the Talaria for riders who liked the Sting but wanted to tune it.

Spec Sheet

Motor power~3,500 W continuous / ~8,000+ W peak (claimed)(manufacturer-claimed; confirm current spec)
Battery~60V ~40+ Ah (~2,400–2,700 Wh)(pack spec varies by market — verify before buying)
Weight~120 lb (~54 kg)(claimed)
Top speed~50+ mph (claimed)(mode and firmware dependent)
Range~50–70 mi claimed(terrain and throttle dependent)
Seat height~34 in(confirm against the current sheet)
Suspension travel~8–9 in F/R(confirm by year)
BrakesHydraulic disc F/R(braided lines are a popular upgrade)
Street legalNo (off-road)(conversion + registration path varies by state)
Wheel size19 in F/R(confirm by variant)
Charge time~4–5 h(charger-dependent)
Best forSting fans who want chain-drive tunability and more pack
PriceDealer channel — no on-page price. Check current price with a dealer.

Directional, not exact — figures swing by model year, market, and battery config. Confirm the current factory sheet before buying.

Where to buy the Talaria Sting R MX4

Bikes in this class sell through dealer networks, so we don't list a price — current pricing lives with Talaria and its dealers.

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Talaria Sting R MX4 Parts & Upgrades

Sur-Ron / Talaria Knobby Tire Set (19")

Front and rear off-road knobbies for Sur-Ron, Talaria and similar.

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Sur-Ron / Talaria Lock-On Grip Set

Lock-on MX grips that fit Sur-Ron and Talaria bars.

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Surron/Talaria Sprocket by Warp 9

Surron/Talaria Sprocket by Warp 9

Sprocket Material: High-Strength Aluminum 7075-T6 Color: Black Chain Links: Not Included

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Talaria Sabvoton Controller

Aftermarket Sabvoton controller for Talaria power and tuning.

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Motorcycle Chain Lube & Cleaner Kit

Chain lube plus cleaner for keeping an e-moto drivetrain quiet.

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Braided Steel Brake Line

Braided line that firms up lever feel over stock rubber.

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Aluminum Skid Plate

Alloy skid plate protecting the motor and controller from rocks.

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Talaria Sting R MX4 vs Sur-Ron Light Bee X

Feature

Talaria Sting R MX4

Sur-Ron Light Bee X

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Top Speed~50+ mph (claimed)~45–47 mph stock, off-road mode
Range~50–70 mi claimed~40–60 mi
Battery~60V ~40+ Ah (~2,400–2,700 Wh)~60V 32Ah (~1,920 Wh) stock
Motor Power~3,500 W continuous / ~8,000+ W peak (claimed)~3,000 W continuous / ~6,000 W peak
Weight~120 lb (~54 kg)~110 lb (~50 kg)
Seat Height~34 in~31 in
Wheel Size19 in F/R19 in F/R
Street LegalNo (off-road)No (off-road)
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FAQ

What changed from the Sting MX3 to the Sting R MX4?
The headline change is the drivetrain: the MX4 uses a chain final drive instead of the MX3’s sealed gear drive, plus a larger pack and detail updates. That makes it tunable via sprockets — and reintroduces chain maintenance the MX3 famously avoided.
Sting R MX4 or Sur-Ron Light Bee X?
They are closer than ever now that both run chains. The MX4 counters with a bigger stock pack; the Sur-Ron counters with the deepest aftermarket in the class. Our head-to-head lays out which trade suits which rider.
Can I change the MX4’s gearing?
Yes — chain drive means sprocket swaps work, unlike the gear-drive MX3. Use our sprocket-gearing calculator to preview the top-speed-versus-torque trade before ordering parts.