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Sur-Ron Light Bee X secured against theft
How to Stop Your Sur-Ron Getting Stolen: UK Security Guide
Sur-Rons are a target for thieves. Here is how to stop yours getting stolen in the UK: locks, ground anchors, trackers, alarms, marking and storage habits that make your bike... Read more...
Sur-Ron chain and sprocket close up
Sur-Ron Chain Care: How to Clean, Lube and Adjust It
Look after your Sur-Ron chain and it will last. This guide covers cleaning, lubing, checking tension and adjusting the chain, plus the signs it is worn out, all with basic... Read more...
Checking a Sur-Ron that will not turn on
Sur-Ron Won't Turn On? A UK Rider's Troubleshooting Guide
Sur-Ron won't turn on or cuts out? Work through this rider's troubleshooting guide before you panic. Battery, key switch, connectors, the dash and the simple fixes that solve most no... Read more...
Sur-Ron stored and covered for winter
Storing Your Sur-Ron Over Winter: The Off-Season Checklist
How to store your Sur-Ron over winter the right way. Battery charge level, cleaning, rust prevention, where to keep it and how to wake it up in spring, so your... Read more...
Sur-Ron tyre and wheel detail
Best Tyres for Your Sur-Ron: Grip, Pressures and When to Swap
A practical guide to Sur-Ron tyres. The best tyre choices for trail, mud and hard pack, the right pressures, when to swap the stock tyres, and how the right rubber... Read more...
Sur-Ron Light Bee X being charged at home
Sur-Ron Charging Guide: Cost, Time and How to Charge Safely
Everything about charging a Sur-Ron. How long it takes, what it costs on a UK plug, can you overcharge it, charging in cold weather, and the safety habits that keep... Read more...
Sur-Ron loaded and secured ready for transport
How to Transport a Sur-Ron: Vans, Car Racks and Tow Bars
How to transport a Sur-Ron safely. We cover vans, tow bar carriers, car boots, ramps, tie down points and weight, so you can get your bike to the trail without... Read more...
Beginner learning how to ride a Sur-Ron
How to Ride a Sur-Ron: A Complete Beginner's First-Ride Guide
Never ridden before? This beginner's guide to riding a Sur-Ron covers the controls, body position, braking, throttle control and your first hour, so your first ride is fun and not... Read more...
Sur-Ron riding quietly through the countryside
Is a Sur-Ron Loud? Electric vs Petrol Noise Explained
Is a Sur-Ron loud? Short answer, no. We explain how quiet a Sur-Ron really is compared to a petrol dirt bike, why that keeps neighbours and landowners happy, and what... Read more...
Sur-Ron Light Bee X next to the idea of an electric mountain bike
Sur-Ron vs Electric Mountain Bike: What's the Real Difference?
Sur-Ron or electric mountain bike? They look similar but they are very different machines. We explain the law, the power, the pedals, where you can ride each, and which one... Read more...
Sur-Ron Light Bee X compared with a petrol pit bike
Sur-Ron vs Petrol Pit Bike: Which Should a UK Beginner Buy?
Sur-Ron versus a petrol pit bike for a UK beginner. We compare power, noise, running costs, maintenance, resale and how easy each is to learn on, so you can pick... Read more...
Young rider learning on a Sur-Ron Hyper Bee
Teaching Your Kid to Ride a Sur-Ron: A Parent's First-Day Guide
A parent's guide to teaching your kid to ride a Sur-Ron safely. Picking the right mode, the kit they need, the first hour step by step, and the common mistakes... Read more...