Austrian motorcycle company KTM’s dirt bikes have a reputation for ripping horsepower and world-title-winning performance. Across the world’s motocross tracks and enduro courses, the brand’s orange bikes win titles and provide the thrill of riding off-road. But for the most part, those bikes use 2-stroke and 4-stroke combustion engines.
Now, looking toward the future, the organization’s latest electric off-roader, the 2027 Freeride E, optimizes power, handling, and range, with a variety of improvements over prior versions. Here’s the rundown on the bike’s improved specs.
More Power, Less Weight: What’s New in the 2027 Model
The KTM Freeride E, now more than a decade in production, streaks into 2027 with an array of improvements, including more power, increased battery capacity, and lower weight. Those features combine with the advantages of electric motorcycling: zero emissions, quiet running, and a major fun factor.
The upgraded powertrain uses a dustproof and waterproof motor, now producing 19.2 kW (25.75 HP) and 37 Nm (27.3 ft-lbs) of torque. An MX50 lithium-ion battery provides 5.5 kWh of juice, good for 2-3 hours of off-road thrills. The battery is also swappable and can endure 1,000 charging cycles before fading to 80% effectiveness. Charging time is 8 hours with a 660 W unit, or 1.5 hours with a 3.3 kW unit.
KTM further optimized the package by reducing weight to 112 kg (247 lbs), while the brand’s traditional chrome-molybdenum steel frame provides resilient, accurate handling. The newest-generation WP XACT suspension smooths out the ride, while Braketec hardware and Michelin tires add stopping power and grip.
Riders can pick from three ride modes and three energy recuperation settings to extend range. Additionally, an advanced electronics package includes a “rollover” sensor to enhance safety and adjustable traction control, shown via clear LEDs. Perhaps coolest of all, the Freeride E is road legal, offering dual-sport performance with the low maintenance and efficiency of an electric powertrain.
The 2027 KTM Freeride E offers a compelling choice for those searching for a versatile, sustainable dual-sport motorcycle. Its revised powertrain and motocross/enduro heritage ensure good times on road and off, and its emissions-free operation is a cleaner way to enjoy moto thrills. You can find it at authorized KTM dealers for $9,999 (plus $690 freight).
