Ariel Rider has officially opened pre-orders for its new MUDD 72V, a high-performance two-wheeler that blurs the line between electric bikes (in the loosely defined sense) and lightweight electric motorcycles. In fact, the company itself is careful to market it as a “high-performance PPB (private property bike)” intended for off-road and closed-course use.
While it may resemble a fat tire e-bike at first glance, the performance figures tell a very different story.
The MUDD 72V is powered by a 72V system built around a 3,500W-rated oil-cooled rear hub motor capable of peaking at 8,000W. Ariel Rider claims the bike produces up to 330 Nm of torque and can reach speeds exceeding 65 mph (105 km/h), making it one of the fastest hub motor-powered machines in its category.
Power comes from a massive 72V 39Ah battery, providing 2,808 Wh of capacity. Ariel Rider estimates between 80 to 120 miles (130 to 200 km) of range, depending on riding conditions and mode selection.
The drivetrain is managed by a 95A sine-wave controller, considerably larger than the roughly 65A controllers commonly found on similar high-performance machines. According to the company, that higher current capability allows stronger acceleration and more sustained power delivery during aggressive riding or steep climbs.
