The electric motorcycle market is growing rapidly worldwide. Bikes can generally be split into three main categories:

1. Full Power Motorcycles

High-performance bikes from major manufacturers built for speed, range, and durability. Examples include:

• Zero Motorcycles – the largest-selling electric motorcycle brand in the world, active since 2006
• Energica – Italian manufacturer producing bikes for the MotoE racing series
• Harley-Davidson – electric LiveWire models
• Stark – Varg models for on- and off-road use

2. Learner Legal / Commuter Bikes

Lower-powered bikes designed for city commuting or younger riders. Most are manufactured in China and Asia. Popular brands include:

• Super Soco – currently the top-selling electric bike brand in the UK
• Maeving
• Talaria
• Zero XB/XE and LS1 scooters

3. Off-Road Electric Motorcycles

Bikes for trail riding, motocross, or adventure use. Brands include:

• Sur-Ron
• Talaria
• Stark
• Zero Motorcycles

For more details on manufacturers, see our Manufacturers Info page.

UK electric motorcycles are available for all licence types:

• CBT only – suitable for 16–17+ year olds (50cc–125cc petrol equivalent)
• A1 licence – 17+ years, up to 125cc
• Restricted A2 licence – mid-range bikes
• Full A licence – unrestricted motorcycles

Always check the bike’s power and speed rating to ensure it matches your licence.

Insurance costs are generally comparable to petrol motorcycles of similar performance and value.

Recommended UK brokers include:

• Lexham
• BeMoto
• Bikesure

Yes. Electric motorcycles require their first MOT at 3 years, then annually thereafter.

Yes – currently a small annual fee of £22.

Electric motorcycles are very cheap to run. For example:

• UK electricity average (2025): ~14.37p/kWh
• Example: A Zero motorcycle with a ZF14.4 battery costs ~£1.80 for a full charge (~120 miles mixed riding)
• Cost per mile: ~1.5p

Road tax is £22, compared to ~£105 for a petrol bike, and maintenance is typically lower due to fewer fluids and moving parts.

Electric motorcycles can be charged using several methods:

• Standard wall socket – slow AC charging, suitable for overnight top-ups
• Type 2 charger – most common for modern bikes and EVs, faster AC charging
• DC fast charger – fastest option, used by high-performance bikes such as Energica and Harley-Davidson

All electric motorcycles can be charged at home. Public chargers are increasingly common:

• UK (2025): 11,320 charging locations with 31,556 connectors
• Chargers are available at motorway services, petrol stations, cafes, restaurants, retail parks, and tourist attractions
• Government grants may be available to subsidise home charger installation

The best UK resource is Zap-Map, which shows:

• Charger locations
• Plug types available
• Real-time availability

Yes. Electric motorcycles can be customised like petrol bikes. Examples include:

• Adaptations for riders with disabilities
• Off-road upgrades for police or competition use

Visit our EEMC Parts website – specialists in custom, performance, and aftermarket parts.

Yes. We offer flexible financing options for both new and used electric motorcycles. Terms depend on the bike and your eligibility.

Contact us for a personalised quote or use our online finance calculators.

Yes. Test rides are available at our HQ by appointment only.

• Minimum age: 16
• Requirement: riders must be accompanied by an adult

• New bikes: Manufacturer’s warranty, typically 2–5 years
• Used bikes: Standard EEMC 6-month warranty covering key components and electrical systems, upgradeable to 36 months for an additional fee

See HERE for full details.

• UK delivery: Typically 3–7 working days (subject to stock and courier availability)
• International delivery: Times vary by region and customs
• Tracking details are provided for all shipped motorcycles

Yes. We stock replacement batteries and battery packs for supported models.

Contact us with your bike model for compatibility and pricing.

Yes. High-performance models (e.g., Zero, Energica) are suitable for touring. Lower-powered commuter bikes are better for city and short-range riding.

Faster charging is often more important than overall battery capacity.

Electric motorcycles have fewer moving parts than petrol bikes. Typical maintenance includes:

• Mechanical checks (bearings, suspension)
• Wear items (tyres, brake pads/discs)
• HV system and battery health checks
• Software updates
• Brake fluid replacement

Yes. We accept trade-ins on both electric and petrol motorcycles.

Please see our Trade Your Motorcycle page for more information.

Batteries should not be overcharged or over-discharged for long periods. Recommendations:

• Regular charges up to 100% are fine
• Discharging entirely is acceptable if recharged promptly
• Avoid leaving bikes on charge for days at a time
• Use long-term storage modes when bikes are inactive

At EEMC, we perform monthly SOC checks and top up bikes as needed.

Battery life depends on usage and care. For a Zero motorcycle, 250,000+ miles before reaching 80% state of health is achievable with proper care.

Age and frequent fast charging can reduce lifespan. Typically, the rest of the bike will deteriorate faster than the battery, which can remain strong at 40,000+ miles with minimal degradation.