A UK buying guide to the Talaria Dragon 2025 covering real specifications, the 88V battery, the L1E and MX versions, and how it compares with the Komodo and XXX.
Talaria Dragon
The Talaria Dragon is the largest and most powerful machine Talaria has built, and this buying guide explains what you actually get before you order one from a UK Talaria specialist. Below the listing you will find the real specifications, how the two versions differ, how the Dragon compares with the Komodo and the XXX, and what owning one in the UK involves day to day.
Where the Dragon sits in the Talaria range
Talaria's line up has grown in clear steps. The Sting and Sting R run 60V systems and weigh under 70 kg. The MX5 Pro moved to a 72V pack. The Komodo moved to a 96V platform and 98 kg. The Talaria Dragon goes a stage further again: an 88V, 58.5Ah battery of roughly 5.2 kWh, 28 kW of peak power, and a 100 kg kerb weight, with full size 21 inch front and 18 inch rear wheels.
That places the Talaria Dragon in a different bracket from the bikes most UK riders know. It is not a big Sting. It is a mid weight electric enduro machine with the wheel sizes, seat height and torque of a petrol trail bike, and it should be chosen on that basis rather than as a first step into electric off road riding.
Who the Dragon suits
The Talaria Dragon makes sense for riders who already know they want more than a Sting R or XXX can give them: more range between charges, more power on hills and open ground, and a chassis that carries a taller or heavier rider without feeling cramped. If you are new to powered two wheelers, or on the shorter side, the seat height alone is worth a test sit before you commit.
Talaria Dragon specs at a glance
The figures below are the manufacturer specifications for the 2025 model. Where a figure depends on rider weight, terrain or ride mode we say so, because the gap between a brochure range and a real one is large on any electric bike, and larger still on one with this much power available under the right wrist.
| Specification | Talaria Dragon 2025 |
|---|---|
| Motor | Mid mounted electric motor, single speed, chain final drive |
| Nominal power | 10 kW |
| Peak power | 28 kW |
| Rear wheel torque | 630 Nm with the 48 tooth rear sprocket |
| Battery | Lithium ion, 88V 58.5Ah, approximately 5.2 kWh, 25 kg |
| Charging time | Around 4 hours from the supplied charger |
| Range | Up to 150 km at a steady 25 km/h |
| Top speed | Approximately 110 km/h (70 mph) in MX form; the L1E version is limited to 45 km/h |
| Ride modes | Eco, Sport and Hyper |
| Frame | Aluminium |
| Front suspension | Adjustable air plus spring fork |
| Rear suspension | Adjustable shock |
| Brakes | Hydraulic discs, 220 mm front and rear |
| Wheels | 21 inch front, 18 inch rear, spoked aluminium, tubed tyres |
| Tyres | 90/90 section on the 21 inch front, 120/80 section on the 18 inch rear |
| Seat height | Approximately 880 to 900 mm |
| Ground clearance | Approximately 300 mm |
| Wheelbase | Approximately 1380 mm |
| Kerb weight | 100 kg including battery |
| Maximum load | 100 kg |
| Display | 4.3 inch colour TFT |
| Colours | Green, Blue, or mixed Blue and Green |
Two rows deserve a caution. The top speed belongs to the MX off road version on private land with permission; the L1E version is speed limited by law. And the maximum load of 100 kg includes rider, kit and anything carried, so heavier riders should factor that into both their range expectations and their suspension setup.
Motor, torque and the three ride modes
The Talaria Dragon motor is mid mounted, driving through a single speed reduction and a chain to the rear wheel. The 10 kW nominal figure is the power it can sustain; the 28 kW peak is what it delivers briefly when you ask for everything. With the 48 tooth sprocket the rear wheel sees 630 Nm, which is why the Dragon climbs steep, loose ground at low speed without needing a run up.
Eco, Sport and Hyper
Eco caps power and softens the throttle map, and it is the mode to learn the Talaria Dragon in and the mode that returns the longest range. Sport is the everyday setting for trail work. Hyper releases the full 28 kW and is best treated as a tool for short bursts rather than a default, both for the sake of the motor's temperature and for the sake of the battery gauge.
Why the Talaria Dragon top speed needs context
The Talaria Dragon top speed of around 110 km/h is a manufacturer figure for the off road version. It assumes a firm surface, a rider of average weight and a fully charged pack. On a UK woodland track or a moto field you will rarely use it; what matters more is that the bike reaches trail speed instantly and holds it on gradients where a 60V Sting starts to fade.
The 88V battery, real world range and charging
At 88V and 58.5Ah the Talaria Dragon pack stores about 5.2 kWh, nearly double the 2.7 kWh of a Sting R MX4 and comfortably more than the Komodo's 4.4 kWh. It weighs 25 kg on its own, which is a quarter of the whole bike, and it sits low in the frame to keep the centre of gravity down. Read our Talaria battery guide if you want the chemistry and cell layout explained in full.
What 150 km really means
The quoted 150 km range is measured at a constant 25 km/h, which is a slow, gentle pace with no hills and no stopping. It is a fair way to compare bikes with each other, but not a promise for a day out. Ridden hard in Sport and Hyper across mixed terrain, expect a fraction of that. Our range guide explains how weight, tyre pressure and temperature move the number.
Charging at home
A full charge takes around 4 hours from the supplied charger on a standard UK socket. Because the pack is large, plan charging into your riding day rather than treating it as an afterthought: a top up over lunch materially extends an afternoon. Charge in a dry, ventilated space, on a hard floor, away from anything flammable, and never leave a charging pack unattended overnight in a living area.
Chassis, suspension, wheels and brakes
The Talaria Dragon aluminium frame carries an adjustable air plus spring fork at the front and an adjustable shock at the rear. That combination lets you set spring rate for your weight and then fine tune damping for the terrain, which matters far more on a 100 kg bike than on a 60 kg one, because the extra mass punishes a badly set up suspension on every landing.
Full size wheels
The Talaria Dragon runs a 21 inch front and an 18 inch rear, the same sizes a petrol enduro bike uses, so tyre choice is wide and every UK off road tyre supplier stocks them. The front is a 90/90 section and the rear a 120/80. Tubed tyres are standard; carry a spare tube and levers on long loops, as you would on any trail bike.
Brakes and control
Hydraulic discs of 220 mm at both ends give the Dragon stopping power to match its speed, and the 4.3 inch colour TFT display shows mode, speed, battery state and trip data clearly in sunlight. Ground clearance of roughly 300 mm and a wheelbase near 1380 mm make it stable at speed while still turning tightly enough for single track.
L1E road legal or MX off road: choosing a version
The Talaria Dragon is listed with two versions. The MX off road version is the full power machine described above, and it can only be ridden on private land with the landowner's permission: not on roads, byways, bridleways, footpaths or pavements. The L1E version is homologated as a moped class vehicle, which changes both what it can do and what you must do before riding it.
What the L1E version involves
An L1e category vehicle is limited to 45 km/h by design, and the L1E Dragon carries the horn, indicators, lights, mirrors and plate holder that homologation requires. To ride it on UK roads you need to be at least 16, hold a provisional licence, complete Compulsory Basic Training, register the bike, fit a number plate, insure it and wear an approved helmet. Our road legal Talaria category sets the rules out in full.
Which to choose
If you have somewhere legal to ride off road and want the whole 28 kW, the MX version is the honest choice. If you need to ride to the trail rather than trailer to it, the L1E version gives you a registered vehicle at moped speeds. Do not buy the MX version expecting to add lights later and make it legal; the L1E homologation is done at manufacture, and the vehicle classes are defined in Regulation 168/2013.
Dragon against Komodo and XXX
Most people weighing up a Talaria Dragon UK purchase are also looking at the Komodo, and a few are wondering whether the much lighter XXX is enough. The three are different answers to different questions.
Dragon or Komodo
The Komodo has a higher peak figure at 32 kW and a 96V 45Ah pack of about 4.4 kWh, and it weighs 98 kg. The Talaria Dragon trades a little peak power for a much bigger battery at 5.2 kWh, so it goes further on a charge and takes longer to fill. Both share 21 and 18 inch wheels and similar seat heights. If your riding is short and intense, the Komodo; if it is long loops and all day events, the Dragon.
Dragon or XXX
The Talaria XXX is a 60V bike with a 40Ah pack, around 58 kg, and a peak of about 6 kW. It is nearly half the weight of the Dragon and far easier to lift over a gate or into a van. For tight woodland, a smaller rider, or a first electric bike, the XXX is often the better buy. For open ground, speed and range, it is not in the same conversation.
Ownership: delivery, finance, warranty and upkeep
We deliver to the UK mainland, with timescales confirmed at checkout, and every bike goes through a pre delivery inspection before it leaves us; details are on our delivery page. The Talaria Dragon is covered by our UK warranty, with full terms on the warranty page. If you would rather spread the cost, Talaria finance is available at checkout, subject to status.
Routine maintenance
There is no engine oil to change on the Talaria Dragon, no air filter, no valve clearances and no clutch. What remains is the same list as any bike: chain tension and lubrication, brake pad wear, tyre pressures, spoke tension on new wheels, and a periodic check of every fastener after hard riding. Wash it with a hose and a brush, not a pressure washer, because forced water past seals is the fastest way to a warranty argument.
Riding legally off road
With the MX version, ride on private land with written or clear permission, or at organised events run under a governing body such as the Auto Cycle Union. Unregistered off road bikes are seized regularly in the UK for use on public land, and the Dragon's size and speed make it conspicuous. Our road legal category covers the detail.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Talaria Dragon top speed?
The manufacturer quotes approximately 110 km/h, or 70 mph, for the MX off road version, and that figure applies on private land only. The L1E road legal version is limited to 45 km/h as required for a moped class vehicle. Real world speed depends on rider weight, surface, gradient and battery state of charge.
Is the Talaria Dragon available in the UK?
Yes. The Talaria Dragon 2025 is listed on this page in Green, Blue and a mixed Blue and Green finish, with a choice of MX off road or L1E road legal versions. Availability of each colour and version is shown on the product page, and UK mainland delivery timescales are confirmed at checkout.
How far will a Dragon go on one charge?
Talaria quotes up to 150 km at a constant 25 km/h for the Talaria Dragon from its 88V 58.5Ah battery. That is a comparison figure rather than a trail figure. Ridden in Sport and Hyper on hilly, soft ground with a heavier rider, expect a much shorter distance. Eco mode, sensible tyre pressures and smooth throttle use all stretch the range.
Can I ride the Dragon on the road?
Only the L1E version, and only once it is registered with the DVLA, fitted with a number plate, insured, and ridden by someone aged 16 or over with a provisional licence, a completed CBT and an approved helmet. The MX version is an off road vehicle and cannot be used on any public road, byway, bridleway, footpath or pavement.
How does the Dragon's weight compare with a Sting R?
The Talaria Dragon weighs about 100 kg including its 25 kg battery. A Sting R MX4 weighs about 66 kg with its 12.85 kg pack. That extra 34 kg is felt when lifting, loading and picking the bike up after a fall, so plan your transport around a proper ramp or a trailer rather than a lift into a van.
What servicing does a Talaria Dragon need?
Far less than a petrol enduro bike. There is no oil, filter, clutch or valve service. Keep the chain adjusted and lubricated, check brake pads and tyre pressures, retension spokes on new wheels, and go round the fasteners after hard sessions. Store and charge the battery in a dry place and avoid pressure washing electrical connections.
Next steps
If the Talaria Dragon is the right size and the right power for your riding, open the Talaria Dragon 2025 product page to choose a colour and version. If you are still deciding between the big Talarias, our Dragon review post and the Komodo category will settle it, and our team is happy to talk through the choice before you order.