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he 2018 KTM Freeride
E-XC looks very similar
to the previous Freeride
E, but inside and up close,
there are a few major differ-
ences that should make this a
much more viable choice for
riders looking to throw some
E-roost. The Freeride E-XC
features an upgraded engine
and battery system over the
previous version, producing
more power for longer rides.
It has upgraded suspension
componentry to take the elec-
tric Freeride out of the play-
bike category and into a more
serious, substantial Enduro
product. In line with this, the
braking components are also
upgraded to allow riders to
ride faster and in more control
on Freerides.
Internationally, the 2018
KTM Freeride E-XC will be
street legal, but not for those
in North America.
Pricing will be around
$8500 without a battery
or charger. KTM plans on
implementing a unique lease
program for those components
to reduce initial purchase
obstacles for customers and to
provide quick upgrade poten-
tial. With battery performance
increasing at incredible rates,
KTM claims customers who
lease batteries will be in a
much better position to take
advantage of the latest tech-
nologies without the huge pur-
chase of a new battery. KTM
says the lease for a battery
and charger would be around
$60 per month—a figure they
say aligns with about what con-
sumers would spend on fuel
costs for a similar bike. CN
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