Compare High-Performance Electric Bikes

An electric bike with pedals is an e-bike that combines a powerful electric drivetrain with real, load-bearing, drivetrain-connected pedals. You can ride under throttle, under your own power, or blend both. On a Sicario, the pedals are fully functional — not styling pegs — which is what keeps the bike in the e-bike category and unlocks bike-lane and trail access.

High-performance e-bikes generally use higher-voltage drivetrains (commonly 72V), full suspension, motorcycle-inspired geometry, hydraulic brakes, and premium components. The combination delivers fast acceleration, real off-road capability, and confident handling. Most commuter e-bikes are not in this category.

An e-bike has functional pedals and is generally classified as a bicycle — legal in bike lanes and on many trails. An e-moto (like Sur Ron or Talaria) has no pedals and is typically classified as an off-road motorcycle, with limited public-road and bike-lane access in most US states. Sicario sits in a new category: e-moto-inspired performance with fully functional pedals.

Pedals unlock legal flexibility (bike-lane access, e-bike classification in most jurisdictions), extend range when the battery is low, allow quiet stealth riding, and add real everyday versatility. On a high-performance machine, pedals are leverage — not nostalgia.

Start with how you actually ride. If you trailer to a trail and ride dirt only, a dedicated e-moto is purpose-built. If you want one premium machine for commuting, errands, mixed-surface days, and trail riding, an electric bike with pedals like Sicario is built for that life.

For riders who want serious performance, yes. A 72V platform delivers stronger acceleration, better high-speed capability, and more headroom under load than lower-voltage systems. It is also why many high-performance e-bikes feel closer to a motorcycle than to a commuter bike.

Sicario is designed to fall within e-bike classifications in most US states because it has functional pedals and behaves mechanically as a bicycle. Local rules vary by class, top speed, and motor output — always confirm the regulations in your area before riding on public roads.

Yes. Sicario is built with full suspension, aggressive geometry, and a high-output drivetrain that is genuinely trail-capable. The functional pedals also help you extend range and conserve battery on longer off-road days.

Sur Ron and Talaria are dedicated pedal-less e-motos optimized for off-road. Sicario is a high-performance electric bike with fully functional pedals — moto-inspired performance with bicycle versatility. Different category, different rider.

Browse the current lineup on the Shop page. Every Sicario pairs moto-inspired performance with a functional pedal system; the right pick depends on how you ride, your terrain, and the configuration that fits your local regulations. A Sicario dealer can help you decide.