{"product_id":"rfn-ares-endurance-road-electric-motorcycle","title":"RFN ARES Endurance Road — ADR Approved Electric Motorcycle | Australia","description":"\u003ch2\u003eADR approved — the RFN you can actually register and ride on the road\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ARES Endurance Road is the only road-legal bike in the RFN range. It is \u003cstrong\u003eAustralian ADR approved\u003c\/strong\u003e, which means it can be registered and ridden on public roads rather than being confined to private property. For anyone who wants one electric bike that commutes during the week and explores fire trails on the weekend, this is the one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegistration:\u003c\/strong\u003e ADR approval makes the bike eligible for registration, but the process, cost and licence class are handled by your state transport authority and vary between states. Check your state's requirements before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMotor and performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5kW rated motor, 12kW peak output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e0–50 km\/h in 3.2 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop speed up to 80 km\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on sprocket choice — see gearing below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGearing — read this before you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Endurance ships standard with a \u003cstrong\u003e66T rear sprocket\u003c\/strong\u003e, which prioritises torque and gives a top speed of around \u003cstrong\u003e60 km\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can be optioned to a \u003cstrong\u003e58T\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003e48T\u003c\/strong\u003e sprocket for up to \u003cstrong\u003e80 km\/h\u003c\/strong\u003e, at the cost of some torque. Which you want depends on whether you're mostly commuting on open roads or riding loaded and off-tarmac. Tell us your intended use and we'll advise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBattery and range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e74V 43Ah battery — 3,182Wh\u003c\/strong\u003e, the largest pack in the RFN range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt for genuine distance rather than short blasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuspension, wheels and chassis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully adjustable front forks with 200mm of travel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e21\" front \/ 18\" rear\u003c\/strong\u003e motorcycle-grade wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemovable seat\u003c\/strong\u003e — the bike converts to a more aggressive, dirt-oriented stance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy electric on the road\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo fuel, no oil changes, no exhaust, no engine noise. Running costs come down to electricity, tyres, chain and brakes. For a commuter that's a substantial saving over a petrol equivalent, and you can charge at home overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBacked by RFN Australia's \u003cstrong\u003e1-year nationwide Australian warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported from their Burleigh Heads QLD facility. RFN are German Design Award winners 2023–2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery and freight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFreight is $149 per bike to metro areas\u003c\/strong\u003e, charged separately from the motorcycle price and passed through at cost. Regional and remote postcodes are re-quoted before despatch — we will contact you before anything ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚡ Lithium battery — dangerous goods notice.\u003c\/strong\u003e This motorcycle ships with a large 3,182Wh lithium-ion battery and is classed as dangerous goods for transport. It must travel with a carrier certified to handle lithium batteries, which affects cost and available routes. Some remote, regional and air routes are restricted. Contact us with your postcode if you would like freight confirmed before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespatched directly from RFN Australia in Burleigh Heads, QLD. We monitor RFN stock and will confirm availability with you when you order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RFN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46442482827460,"sku":"RFN-ARES-END-ROAD","price":6990.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0039\/1567\/7745\/files\/Artboard1copy6.jpg?v=1784938301","url":"https:\/\/www.theoffgridshop.com.au\/products\/rfn-ares-endurance-road-electric-motorcycle","provider":"The Off-Grid Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}