# Trail-Ready Commuter E-Bikes The 'MetaBeast X' Can Tackle Both Urban and Off-Road Environments By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2023-04-04 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trailready-commuter-ebike References: [electrek.co](https://electrek.co/2023/04/04/sondors-metabeast-50-mph-e-bike-and-75-mph-electric-trail-bike/) & [sondors](https://sondors.com/pages/meta-beast)  Sondors, the electric motorbike manufacturer based in Malibu, California, has launched an impressive new commuter e-bike that is designed to the cater to the needs of urban explorers who also happen to have an occasional thirst for delving into the gritty world of [off-road adventuring](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dirt-freak-gen3). The 'MetaBeast X' is a commuter e-bike that is fitted with an 18-kilowatt motor that is capable of generating a top speed of 120 km/h and 44 pounds-feet of torque. Equipped with a 96-volt battery, this trail-ready urban rider is said to be able to offer up to 125.5 km of riding pleasure at around 49 km/h on a single charge. The 'MetaBeast X' is temporarily available for $6,500 ahead of an eventual retail price of $8,000. With its combination of [city slicker aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nimble-urban-ebikes) and trail-ready functionality, this commuter e-bike speaks to the growing importance of catering to multiple demographics in the motorbike market. Image Credit: Sondors ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Trail-ready Commuter E-bikes:** Sondors' 'MetaBeast X' caters to the needs of urban explorers seeking gritty off-road adventures. - **Multi-demographic Motorbike Market:** The 'MetaBeast X' speaks to the growing importance of catering to different demographics in the motorbike market. - **High-performance E-bikes:** The 'MetaBeast X' with its 18-kilowatt motor and top speed of 120 km/h is an example of high-performance e-bikes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Motorbikes:** Sondors' 'MetaBeast X' highlights the growing trend towards electric motorbikes. - **Urban Transportation:** 'MetaBeast X' caters to the needs of urban explorers and is an example of a growing trend in urban transportation. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The trail-ready 'MetaBeast X' highlights the growing trend of outdoor recreation enthusiasts seeking adrenaline-pumping experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Off-Road eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc10.md) - [Dual-Battery Off-Road E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offroad-ebikes.md) - [Thrillingly Versatile EBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-ebike.md) - [High-Performance Commuter Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-graffiti.md) - [Rugged Full-Suspension E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fullsuspension-ebike.md) - [Powerful Performance E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-e-cheetah.md) - [Motorcycle-Inspired E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xf900.md) - [Power-Hungry E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frey-beast.md) - [Terrain-Traversing eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrain-electric-mountain-bikes.md)