Yikes, Electric Dust Moto Hightail Has More Torque Than Mustang Mach 1!
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I've got something truly electrifying to share with you today. (See what I did there? "Electrifying?" I crack myself up.) The end of the year is near, and I thought the automotive world would be going into a holiday mode - you know, slow and relaxed. But then, this little beauty rolled into my life – the Dust Moto Hightail. Unless your grandma happens to be Evel Knievel in disguise - this thing definitely is not your grandma's electric dirt bike.
Electric motorcycles? Those glorified bicycles with a battery pack? Well, my friends, prepare to have your minds blown. The Hightail is no flimsy e-bike you take for a leisurely spin around the park. The Hightail is a full-on dirt bike, packing enough punch to leave you grinning like a possum eating a sweet potato.
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The Hightail has a permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) that pushes out 42 horsepower. But the real kicker is the torque – a mind-boggling 485 lb-ft of it! To put that in perspective, that's more torque than the Ford Mustang Mach 1! And with a weight of just under 220 pounds, this thing has a power-to-weight ratio that'll make your average 250cc dirt bike weep with envy. It even outperforms the KTM Freeride E, which is quite a feat.
The Hightail comes equipped with a removable 4.4-kWh battery pack. That means you can just swap out the battery and keep on riding. Dust Moto claims you can get about 35 miles or two hours of "hard" riding on a single charge. If you plan on hitting the bike's top speed of 75 mph, well, you might want to pack a charger, just in case. Or a spare battery. Speaking of charging, it takes about four hours to juice this baby up from zero to 100%. Not too shabby, if you ask me.
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Now, let's get down to the nitty-gritty – the specs. The Hightail has a wheelbase of 55.1 inches, which is a smidge shorter than your typical 250cc dual-sport. It's built on a lightweight aluminum frame and features a tuned precision suspension that'll have you gliding over bumps like a gazelle on a trampoline. And for those of you who are noise-sensitive (I'm talking to you, Mr. "I-Need-Absolute-Silence-To-Read-My-Newspaper"), the Hightail's electric drivetrain produces a whisper-quiet 55 decibels. That's about as loud as a normal conversation, so you can ride this thing at night without waking up the whole neighborhood. Take that, two-strokes!
But the thing that really excites me about the Hightail is that it's not just for seasoned riders. Thanks to its shorter wheelbase, lower standover height, and linear power delivery, this two-wheeler is perfect for beginners. And the absence of a clutch or gear shifter means less distractions to think about when you're trying to navigate a tricky trail. The Hightail simplifies the riding experience, allowing you to focus on what really matters – having fun.
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All this sounds great, so great in fact that you probably expect there's a catch. And you're right - brace yourselves. The Hightail will set you back $10,950. Ouch. But before you clutch your pearls and faint, think of all the money you'll save on gas and maintenance alone. Oil changes, engine or gearbox rebuilds, swapping air filters - all gone. What's left is pure riding pleasure. And, you can reserve one for a mere $100 deposit and worry about the rest of the money later - plenty of time to squirrel away every spare cent.
So? The Dust Moto Hightail - is it a game-changer? It's a nimble, go-anywhere electric dirt bike that's made right here in America. It's perfect for beginners and experienced riders. And while the price tag feels a bit steep, take it as an investment in the future of riding. The Hightail literally is the Goldilocks of electric dirt bikes – it's just right.
