Segway's $5,300 E-Dirt Bike Grows With Riders

Learning to ride dirt bikes just got a whole lot easier on your wallet and garage space.

Segway unveiled its Xaber 300 electric dirt bike at CES this month, and it's bringing something clever to the table. Instead of buying new bikes as your skills progress, this single machine adjusts its power to match three different gas bike levels: 150cc for beginners, 200cc for intermediate riders, and 300cc for experts.

The genius is in the software. Riders simply switch modes as they gain confidence, transforming the same bike from training wheels territory to competition ready. For families with young riders or anyone learning the sport, this means one purchase instead of three upgrades.

Segway didn't stop at adjustable power. The bike includes a virtual electronic clutch that mimics traditional mechanics, helping new riders learn proper technique. Traction control adapts to different terrain, from dry trails to muddy conditions.

The company even added a wheelie angle limiter through a smartphone app. Riders learning tricks can practice without the fear of flipping backward. It's the kind of safety feature that could prevent serious injuries while building skills.

For parents, there's a control app that sets speed limits and creates virtual boundaries where the bike can operate. Though Segway officially rates the bike for riders 18 and older, this feature suggests they're thinking about supervised teen riders too.

The bike weighs around 160 pounds if Segway's power-to-weight claims hold true. That's impressively light for an electric dirt bike with this much capability. The company drew inspiration from its Dakar Rally enduro bike, bringing racing technology to everyday riders.

The Ripple Effect

This launch signals a bigger shift in motorcycling. When a company known for kick scooters jumps into serious off-road bikes, it shows the electric motorcycle industry is finally gaining real momentum. More manufacturers are taking risks on electric dirt bikes, creating competition that drives down prices and improves technology.

At $5,300, the Xaber 300 costs less than many single-use gas dirt bikes while offering three bikes worth of capability. That pricing makes the sport accessible to more families who might have been priced out by the traditional upgrade path.

The bike arrives in stores this spring and summer through Segway's website and authorized US dealers. For anyone who's dreamed of learning to ride but hesitated at the cost of multiple bikes and endless gas and maintenance, this could be the gateway they've been waiting for.