【Electric Motorcycle】Recognized strength in the Dakar Rally! An ultra-lightweight & high-rigidity machine that can run on public roads

Kuniharu, which creates the future of electric mobility, has released the public road model of the popular brand "Arctic Leopard," which dominated the 2026 Dakar Rally (electric category) and finished 1-2 in the 2025 EMX World Championship, with its model "XE Pro S" for the Japanese market. I want to traverse with an ultra-lightweight & high-rigidity machine!

Electric model that dominates the podium, arriving in Japan

At the Dakar Rally, considered the world's toughest, the electric motorcycle manufacturer "Arctic Leopard" showed overwhelming strength by dominating the podium in 2024 and securing 1st, 3rd, and 4th places in 2026. The popular model "XE Pro S" now finally has a road-ready version for Japan. To think that this one model can finally run on Japanese public roads...! Let's take a look at the noteworthy specs.

Overwhelming lightness & acceleration

The vehicle weight is just about 67kg, which is less than half of a typical 250cc bike. Additionally, it boasts an astonishing maximum torque of 500Nm, achieving instant acceleration unique to electric bikes. Moreover, it produces no engine noise and has zero exhaust emissions. It's a quiet and environmentally friendly next-generation machine.

No compromises in design & performance

The front end adopts a gold-colored inverted fork with a strong presence. It combines an upscale look with high shock absorption. The tires are exquisitely balanced with an 18-inch front and a 16-inch rear, providing stable handling from city rides to touring. Additionally, it is equipped with a highly visible TFT LCD meter, allowing for smooth information checks during riding.

Since it is classified as a lightweight motorcycle, no vehicle inspection is required. It is an ideal model that enables highway travel while keeping maintenance costs low.

Model name: Arctic Leopard XE Pro S
Price: Public road model: Gold suspension version: 1,105,000 yen, Black suspension version: 1,090,000 yen; Competition-only model: Gold suspension version: 1,005,000 yen, Black suspension version: 990,000 yen
Vehicle length: 1300mm
Seat height: 830mm
Registration category: Lightweight motorcycle (public road legal)
Rated output: 5kW
Maximum output: 16.8kW
Torque: 500 Nm
Top speed: 100 km/h
Range: 135km (at a constant speed of 50km/h), maximum 165 km
Battery: 72V 55Ah
Vehicle weight: Approximately 67kg (excluding safety components)
Wheel diameter: Front: 18 inches, Rear: 16 inches
Features: TFT LCD meter (NFC compatible), LED lighting, gold version inverted fork

●Kuniharu

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