Traction Blog

2026 Sur-Ron Ultra Bee HP X in Carbon Black, side view in the Traction Bikes showroom
Sur-Ron Ultra Bee HP X Review: 24.5kW and 68mph Tested
The Ultra Bee HP X is the fastest bike Sur-Ron builds. An honest UK dealer review of the power, the range, the weight and who it actually suits. Read more...
2026 Sur-Ron Light Bee X in White, side profile in the Traction Bikes showroom
2026 Sur-Ron Light Bee X: Every Change Explained
10kW, 295Nm, 50mph and a 72V battery. The 2026 Light Bee X is the biggest jump this platform has had. Here is every change, explained plainly. Read more...
2026 Sur-Ron Light Bee X in White, front three-quarter view in the Traction Bikes showroom
The 2026 Sur-Ron Range: What Changed on Every Model
Sur-Ron updated all three bikes for 2026. Here is what actually changed on the Light Bee X, Hyper Bee and Ultra Bee HP X, and what it means for UK... Read more...
Matthew, winner of the Traction Bikes raffle, with his custom wrapped Sur-Ron Light Bee X
We Have a Winner! Matthew Takes Home Our Custom Wrapped Light Bee X
Matthew, 21, from Colchester has won the Traction Bikes raffle and taken home our one of one custom wrapped Sur-Ron Light Bee X. Thank you to everyone who entered. More... Read more...
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...