EKX TX1 7000W-Peak Electric Dirt Bike

TX1 is for a budget-conscious rider who has private land or a permitted motorized trail and wants a full-size high-output dirt-bike format. EKX publishes fit guidance from 5 ft 2 in to 6 ft 5 in, making it the broadest stated height range in this group.

Choose X21 Max if reducing weight by roughly 17 lb, gaining an aluminum frame and adding published torque are worth the extra cost. Avoid TX1 if you need stair storage, public commuting, easy pedaling or a machine that ordinary bicycle shops will automatically service.

EKX publishes 3,000W rated output, 7,000W peak output, 180 N.m of torque and up to 55 mph. The throttle, surface, load, battery state and controller settings decide what you actually see. Start at reduced output and build braking and cornering skill before using open terrain.

Independent TX1 videos show the exact model at road and trail speeds, but those results belong to the rider and conditions shown. The steel frame adds mass. That can feel planted once moving, but it also demands more effort when loading, recovering from a tip-over or changing direction at low speed.

The removable 60V 30Ah battery is about 1,800Wh. EKX claims up to 60 miles. That ceiling is most useful as a comparison point between models, not a guaranteed route length. Continuous high-output riding, hills, loose terrain, rider load and temperature can reduce it substantially.

Charge only with compatible equipment in a dry ventilated place while you are present. Inspect the pack, mount and connectors after rough riding. Let the battery cool before charging and follow the delivered manual for storage charge rather than leaving it full in a hot garage.

TX1's 55 mph claim exceeds ordinary e-bike classes. Use private property or motorized trails that allow the exact vehicle. Do not assume a public road, sidewalk, bike lane or shared trail is legal because the bike has pedals or lights.

Wear a motorcycle-rated helmet and protective gear suited to surface and speed. Check both brakes, tire pressure, axle hardware, steering, suspension, throttle return, battery latch and lights before each ride. The official page displays a UL 2849 certification statement; obtain exact delivered-model documentation when a facility or insurer requires proof.

TX1 has its own official manual and unboxing material. Use the delivered manual for assembly and display settings. First setup should include front-wheel alignment, brake inspection, handlebar and control position, suspension condition, tire pressure and critical-fastener torque.

At 123 lb, this is a ramp-and-carrier vehicle, not a bicycle you lift onto a roof. Keep the carton, serial number and delivery photos. StreetRides return policy governs the sale, and EKX's written component warranty governs manufacturer coverage. Confirm replacement electrical parts before relying on TX1 as your only ride.

Motor: rear hub, 3,000W rated and 7,000W peak claim. Torque: 180 N.m. Battery: removable 60V 30Ah, about 1,800Wh. Speed: up to 55 mph claimed. Range: up to 60 miles claimed. Frame: high-carbon steel. Suspension: inverted front fork and air-supported spring rear shock. Brakes: hydraulic disc. Tires: 70/100-19 off-road. Weight: 123 lb. Maximum load: 330 lb. Rider guidance: 5 ft 2 in to 6 ft 5 in.

TX1 is the value play. You get the 60V 30Ah battery, full suspension and hydraulic brakes for $600 less than X21 Max. It makes sense when your budget is firm and the exact ride does not need adjustable suspension or the lighter aluminum frame.

The steel chassis is nearly as heavy as GTS X22 despite lower output. That is the decision cost. Buy it for affordable private-land performance, not because the pedals make it look easier to store, transport or register than it is.