TALARIA DRAGON 2025

Order the Talaria Dragon 2025 in the UK from The Talaria UK, a specialist Talaria retailer, in either the L1E road legal version or the MX off road version, in Green, Blue or a mixed Blue and Green finish. The Talaria Dragon pairs a 28 kW peak mid drive motor with a 5.2 kWh battery and a full size 21 inch and 18 inch enduro chassis. Below is everything a UK buyer needs to decide between the two versions and to understand what the numbers mean on the ground.

The Dragon at a glance

First shown as a concept in 2023 and brought to production for 2025, the Talaria Dragon is the e enduro model in the Talaria line. Where the Komodo is a pure competition machine, the Dragon was designed from the start to be built in two forms: a street version with horn, indicators and lighting for homologation, and an off road version stripped of that equipment. That makes it the model UK riders ask about when they want one bike for trails and for the ride to reach them.

The headline figures are 28 kW peak and 10 kW nominal power, 630 Nm of torque at the rear wheel with the standard 48 tooth sprocket, a 5.2 kWh lithium ion battery and a kerb weight of 100 kg. The chassis is aluminium, the fork is an adjustable air spring unit, the brakes are 220 mm hydraulic discs at both ends and the display is a 4.3 inch colour TFT.

L1E or MX: choosing your version

This listing lets you select the Talaria Dragon version at the point of order, and it is the single most important decision. The two bikes share the motor, battery, frame and suspension. They differ in the equipment fitted, in the controller configuration and in what you are legally allowed to do with them.

The MX off road version

The MX is the unrestricted Talaria Dragon. Full 28 kW peak output, the full top speed and no road equipment. It cannot be registered with the DVLA and is for private land with the landowner’s permission only. If your riding is motocross tracks, enduro loops on farmland or practice days, this is the version to buy.

The L1E road legal version

The L1E version is supplied with the road equipment and documentation needed for it to be registered as an L1e moped class vehicle in the UK. That category is defined in Regulation 168/2013 and caps road speed at 45 km/h, about 28 mph. It can be ridden from age 16 with a CBT certificate and provisional licence, and it needs registration, a number plate, insurance and a helmet. The trade off for road access is that speed cap, which is applied by the controller and must remain in place on the public highway.

Which one to pick

• You only ride on private land and want maximum performance: choose MX.
• You want to ride to the trailhead, commute, or use lanes and roads lawfully: choose L1E.
• You are 16 and want a bike you can ride now on a CBT: choose L1E.
• You run a hire fleet or a club bike on a private site: MX is simpler and cheaper to maintain.

Motor and drivetrain

The Talaria Dragon uses a mid drive electric motor rated at 10 kW nominal and 28 kW peak, which Talaria round to 38 hp. Mid mounting keeps the mass low and central, so the bike changes direction like a conventional dirt bike rather than feeling rear heavy. The motor drives the rear wheel through a single speed transmission and a chain final drive.

Rear wheel torque with the standard 48 tooth rear sprocket is quoted at 630 Nm. That figure is the product of motor torque and the total reduction, which is why it is far higher than any petrol dirt bike’s crankshaft figure and why the Dragon pulls so hard from a standstill. Swapping the rear sprocket is the usual way owners trade top speed for hill climbing bite, and the chain drive makes that a simple job.

Ride modes

The Talaria Dragon offers three modes: Eco, Sport and Hyper. Eco limits power and softens the throttle map for range and for new riders. Sport gives the full torque curve with a progressive response. Hyper opens up the full 28 kW peak. On the L1E version, road mode holds the bike to the 45 km/h limit regardless of which power map is selected.

Talaria Dragon top speed

Talaria Dragon top speed on the MX version is 110 km/h, approximately 70 mph, in Hyper mode with standard gearing. The manufacturer also quotes 0 to 60 mph in under 5 seconds, which is a controlled test figure rather than something you will replicate on a wet field. On the L1E version the road legal limit of 45 km/h applies.

Two things affect the real number you see on the display. The first is gearing. A larger rear sprocket lowers top speed and increases pull; a smaller one does the reverse. The second is tyre size, because the 120/80 rear tyre’s rolling circumference is part of the speed calculation. Keep the standard fitment and the reading will be accurate.

Battery, range and charging

The Talaria Dragon’s battery is an 88 V, 58.5 Ah lithium ion pack with a capacity of about 5.2 kWh. It weighs 25 kg. That is the largest pack Talaria fit to any production model and it is the reason the Dragon can post a range figure of 150 km, about 93 miles, at a steady 25 km/h. Slow steady riding flatters any electric bike, so expect a good deal less when the terrain gets technical or when you spend time in Hyper.

Charging time

Talaria quote a charge time of 4 hours from a standard mains socket using the supplied charger. Charging slows towards the top of the pack as the battery management system balances cells, so the last ten percent takes disproportionately long. For a day at a venue it is worth arriving with a full pack rather than expecting a quick top up at lunch.

Battery care

Lithium packs live longest when they are neither stored full nor run flat repeatedly. Charge after each ride, but if the bike is being parked for a month, leave the pack around half full and in a dry room above freezing. When a pack eventually reaches the end of its life it must go to a proper collection point; the government’s batteries and accumulators guidance explains the producer and retailer obligations and we will take back any pack we supplied.

Frame, suspension and brakes

The Talaria Dragon frame is aluminium and the geometry is that of a full size enduro bike. Overall length is about 2,000 mm, width about 780 mm and height about 1,200 mm, with a 1,380 mm wheelbase. Seat height is roughly 880 mm, ground clearance is roughly 300 mm, and the total weight with battery is 100 kg. The Dragon is a tall bike, and shorter riders should sit on one before ordering.

Suspension

At the front is an adjustable air spring fork. Air springs let you set the spring rate with a pump rather than swapping coils, so the same fork can be tuned for a 65 kg rider or a 100 kg rider. The rear shock is also adjustable. Set static sag first, then rider sag, then damping, and make one change at a time.

Wheels, tyres and brakes

Wheels are spoked aluminium, 21 inch at the front and 18 inch at the rear, with tubed tyres in 90/90 x 21 and 120/80 x 18 sizes. Braking is by hydraulic disc at both ends, each with a 220 mm rotor. The rear disc is the same diameter as the front, which suits a heavy bike that spends a lot of time being slowed on loose ground.

Talaria Dragon specs table

The Talaria Dragon specs below are Talaria’s published figures for the 2025 model. Where a figure applies only to one version it is marked.

Riding the Dragon lawfully in the UK

For the MX Talaria Dragon the position is simple. It is an off road vehicle with no type approval, so it may not be used on any public road, byway, bridleway, footpath or pavement. Private land with permission is the only lawful place to ride it. That includes commercial tracks, farmland, and club venues.

What the L1E version requires

To ride the L1E Dragon on the road you need to be at least 16 and hold a provisional licence with a valid CBT certificate, or a full moped or motorcycle entitlement. The bike must be registered with the DVLA, display a number plate, be insured and be ridden in an approved helmet. The 45 km/h limit must remain active on the road. Our guide to Talaria legality in the UK walks through each step, and the road legal Talaria category lists the other homologated models.

Green lanes

A registered L1E Talaria Dragon can use byways open to all traffic. It cannot use bridleways or footpaths, and neither can the MX. Check the route status before you set off.

Colours, ordering and support

The 2025 Talaria Dragon is offered in Green, Blue, or a mixed Blue and Green finish. Select the colour and the version on this page. Talaria Dragon UK stock has been limited since launch because the first batches were small, so if a combination shows as available it is worth securing it rather than waiting.

What happens after you order

Each Talaria Dragon receives a pre delivery inspection in our workshop: torque checks on the bars, axles and linkage, chain adjustment, brake bleed, a controller and display check, tyre pressures and a full charge cycle. L1E bikes also have their road equipment tested. UK mainland delivery is available, with timescales confirmed at checkout, and the bike is covered by our UK warranty, full terms on the warranty page. Finance is available at checkout subject to status.

Parts and upgrades

We hold Dragon consumables including brake pads, sprockets and chains, and we can supply a second battery for riders who want a full day at a venue. Talaria parts and accessories for the whole range are in the Talaria parts category.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of the Talaria Dragon?

The MX off road version reaches 110 km/h, about 70 mph, in Hyper mode with the standard 48 tooth rear sprocket. The L1E road legal version is limited to 45 km/h on the road as required by its L1e moped classification. Gearing changes and non standard tyre sizes will alter the figure you see.

Is the Talaria Dragon road legal in the UK?

Only the L1E version. It is supplied with the equipment needed for registration as an L1e moped class vehicle and is ridable from age 16 with a CBT, provisional licence, registration, number plate, insurance and helmet, limited to 45 km/h. The MX version has no type approval and is for private land with the landowner’s permission only.

How far will the Talaria Dragon go on a charge?

Talaria quote 150 km, about 93 miles, from the 5.2 kWh battery at a steady 25 km/h. That is a best case figure. Technical trails, hills, a heavier rider and time spent in Hyper mode all reduce it, and 40 to 60 percent of the quoted figure is a realistic planning number for a hard off road day.

How does the Dragon compare with the Komodo?

The Komodo has more peak power, 32 kW against 28 kW, and a higher rear wheel torque figure, but a smaller 4.4 kWh battery. The Talaria Dragon carries 5.2 kWh, has a slightly higher quoted top speed and, crucially, is available as a road legal L1E version. The Komodo is off road only. Choose on the basis of whether road use matters to you.

Can I convert an MX Dragon to road legal later?

Not in any practical sense. Registration in the UK relies on the vehicle being supplied and documented as a type approved L1e model from the factory, not on bolting lights to an off road bike afterwards. If there is any chance you will want road use, order the L1E version from the start.

What colours does the 2025 Dragon come in?

Three options are offered on this listing: Green, Blue, and a mixed Blue and Green finish. Availability varies by batch, and colour is selected together with the version before you add the bike to your basket. If the combination you want is not showing, contact us and we will tell you when the next allocation is due.

Next steps

Choose your version and colour above to order a Talaria Dragon, or get in touch if you want help deciding between L1E and MX for the riding you actually do. Spreading the cost is possible through Talaria finance, and the full Talaria Dragon category carries the bike alongside its spares and accessories.

Buying this from The Talaria UK

Our service promise as a UK Talaria specialist.

• Checked before it shipsEvery bike is unboxed, inspected, torqued, charged and test run in our workshop before the courier is booked. You get a machine that is ready to ride, not a crate and a leaflet.
• Packed to arrive intactBikes travel in their factory crate with the fragile parts protected, and we tell you exactly what to check before you sign for it.
• UK mainland deliveryShipped across the UK mainland, with options, costs and timescales confirmed at checkout and tracking sent on dispatch.
• Answers from people who ride theseAsk which model suits your weight, your ground or your licence and you get an answer from someone who has set these bikes up, not a script.
• Parts on the shelfWe stock the batteries, chargers, controllers, motors, forks and wheels for what we sell, so a repair or an upgrade is a stock check rather than a long wait.
• Covered after you buyEvery bike is covered by our UK warranty, with the period for this model shown on this page and in your order confirmation, and claims handled by the team that inspected it.

Questions before you order? Contact us, or read the delivery guide, the warranty terms and finance options.