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First ride: CSC RX1E $8k and 80 MPH electric motorcycle is a perfect starter bike

by Micah Toll

When CSC first announced the RX1E, I was super excited about the prospect of an electric motorcycle that could hit highway speeds while priced at a fraction of most big name e-motos today.

And so, when I was swinging through LA recently, I made sure to stop by CSC’s Azusa headquarters and give the bike a test.

Now I’m even more excited than ever about this new addition to CSC’s lineup.

CSC RX1E Tech Specs • Motor: 8 kW continuous, 18 kW peak-rated swingarm-mounted motor • Top speed: 80 mph (130 km/h) • Max range: 112 mi (180 km) • Battery: 96V 64Ah (6.16 kWh) • Charge time: 6 hours on Level 1 (110VAC wall plug)

CSC RX1E Tech Specs (Cont'd) • Curb weight: 465 lb (211 kg) • Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes with Bosch ABS • Extras: liquid-cooled motor and controller, belt drive, three included storage cases, included crash bars, LED and analog gauges, windshield, side and center stands, USB charging port on instrument panel

At just $8,495, the CSC RX1E comes in swinging with a very nice spec sheet at a reasonable price point.

For comparison, you’d have to pay 50% more to get an entry level Zero electric motorcycle that has similar performance specs.

There’s a lot going on here. The bike has liquid cooling for the motor and controller, belt drive, ABS braking in the front and rear, included storage cases and bash bars, reverse gear, a windshield, both a center AND a side stand, and a good-sized glove box in the faux tank.

Check out my first ride on the new bike in my video below, then keep reading for my complete thoughts on this new entry into the affordable electric motorcycle market.