ENERGICA EGO
EGO
Vehicle Overview
Energica Ego Review (2025)
Price, Specs, Range, Performance & Electric Superbike Buying Guide
The Energica Ego is one of the most respected and proven electric superbikes in the world. Designed and built in Italy, the Ego delivers true superbike performance, premium components, and real-world reliability that few electric motorcycles can match. It is not a concept or a promise — it is a production electric motorcycle with years of road and track use behind it.
This review covers price in USD, specifications, real-world range, charging, performance, pros & cons, and whether the Energica Ego is worth buying in 2025.
Price & Market Position (USD)
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Energica Ego – ~$24,000–$26,000 USD
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Energica Ego+ – ~$26,000–$28,000 USD (larger battery, faster charging)
👉 Positioning:
Premium electric superbike competing directly with Damon Hypersport HS, Lightning LS-218, and high-performance gasoline superbikes.
Key Specifications: Energica Ego
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Battery capacity:
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Ego: 18.9 kWh
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Ego+: 21.5 kWh
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Motor power: 126 kW (≈171 hp)
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Torque: 215 Nm
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0–60 mph: ~2.6 seconds
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Top speed: ~150 mph (≈240 km/h)
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Real-world range:
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City: up to 150 miles (240 km)
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Mixed riding: 100–120 miles (160–190 km)
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Charging:
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DC fast charging (CCS Combo)
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20–80% in ~40 minutes
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Weight: ~580 lb (≈263 kg)
Performance & Riding Experience
The Energica Ego delivers brutal, linear acceleration with instant torque available at any speed. Unlike many electric motorcycles, the Ego feels solid, planted, and confidence-inspiring at high speeds.
Performance highlights:
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Explosive acceleration comparable to 1000cc superbikes
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Stable chassis at triple-digit speeds
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Track-ready suspension and brakes
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Multiple riding modes and traction control
This is a motorcycle designed not only for the street, but also for serious track use.
Range & Charging (Real Advantage)
One of Energica’s biggest strengths is real DC fast charging, something many electric motorcycles still lack.
Real-World Range
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Urban riding: 140–150 miles
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Mixed riding: 100–120 miles
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Aggressive riding/track: 80–100 miles
Charging
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CCS DC fast charging is supported
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0–80% in ~40 minutes
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AC charging for home use
👉 Key Advantage:
You can realistically ride long distances with fast charging stops — rare in the electric motorcycle world.
Chassis, Suspension & Brakes
Energica equips the Ego with premium Italian components:
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Fully adjustable high-performance suspension
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Brembo braking system
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Rigid aluminum frame
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Sportbike-focused geometry
The handling feels heavy compared to gas superbikes, but extremely stable and predictable.
Technology & Riding Modes
The Energica Ego features advanced electronics:
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Multiple ride modes (Eco, Urban, Sport, Race)
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Adjustable traction control
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Regenerative braking settings
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TFT display with detailed telemetry
The system is mature, proven, and refined through years of production.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
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Proven production electric superbike
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Extremely powerful (171 hp, 215 Nm)
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DC fast charging (major advantage)
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Premium components and build quality
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Real-world usability beyond short rides
❌ Cons
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Heavy compared to gas superbikes
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Expensive
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Less futuristic tech than Damon (no radar safety)
Comparison: Energica Ego vs Damon Hypersport HS
| Feature | Energica Ego | Damon Hypersport HS |
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| Power | 171 hp | 200 hp (claimed) |
| Battery | 18.9–21.5 kWh | 20 kWh |
| Fast charging | ✅ Yes (DC) | ❌ Limited |
| Weight | Heavy | Lighter (claimed) |
| Availability | Production | Limited |
👉 Verdict:
Energica Ego wins on real-world readiness and charging; Damon wins on future tech and specs.
Who Is the Energica Ego For?
Perfect for:
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Riders wanting a real electric superbike today
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Track-day enthusiasts
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Riders who need DC fast charging
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Owners transitioning from litre-class sportbikes
Not ideal for:
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Weight-sensitive riders
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Budget buyers
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Beginners
Final Verdict
The Energica Ego remains one of the best electric superbikes ever built. It combines brutal performance, premium components, and real fast-charging capability in a package that is available, proven, and reliable.
At $25,000–$28,000 USD, it is expensive — but it delivers a level of engineering maturity that few electric motorcycles can match.
Detailed Specifications
- Motor Power
- Electric
Technical Overview
| AX SPEED | Limited at 150 mph (240 km/h) |
| ACCELERATION | EGO 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph): 2.9 sec |
| TORQUE | EGO 200 Nm / 148 lb-ft |
| POWER | EGO 145 hp (107 kW) |
| RANGE* |
EGO City: 200 km (123 miles) – Combined: 161 km (100 miles) – Extra-Urban: 128 km (80 miles)
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The new EMCE Motor provides approximately an additional 5% – 10% of range according to riding style vs. the previous motor design thanks to lower weight and greater thermal efficiency.
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All range testing is carried out in real-world conditions on actual road surfaces.
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| RIDING MODES | 4 Riding Modes: Urban, Eco, Rain, Sport |
| 4 Regenerative Maps: Low, Medium, High, Off | |
| PARK ASSISTANT | Back and Forth (Slow Speed) |
| BATTERY | |
| CAPACITY | EGO Max 13.4 kWh / Nominal 11.7 kWh – lithium polymer |
| LIFE | 1200 Cycles @ 80% Capacity (100% DOD) |
| WARRANTY | on vehicle 2 years – on battery 3 years / 50.000 Km (31.000 miles) |
| RECHARGE | DC Fast Charge Mode 4: 400 km/h or 6,7 km/min; |
| Slow Charge Mode 2 or 3: 63,5 km/h | |
| BATTERY CHARGER |
Onboard, [110-220]V [50-60]Hz, 3 kW. Conforms to Standards SAE J1772 and IEC 62196-2 with pilot signal for charging station interface
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| LPR FUNCTION |
Long Period Rest: allows the maintenance and automatic balancing of the batteries during long periods of non-use
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| CHARGE INTERRUPTION |
The vehicle can be configured to autonomously stop the charge at a certain level. The user can configure this function through the dashboard
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| CYCLE PARTS/BRAKES | |
| FRONT AND REAR WHEEL | Cast Aluminium: front 3.5” x 17” / rear 5.5” x 17” |
| TYRE | Pirelli Diablo Rosso III – front 120/70 ZR17 / rear 180/55 ZR17 |
| FRAME | Steel Tubular Trellis |
| SWINGARM | Cast Aluminum |
| FRONT SUSPENSION | Marzocchi Ø43 mm, Adjustable Rebound and Compression Damping, Spring Preload |
| REAR MONO | Bitubo Rear Mono Shock Adjustable Rebound, Spring Preload |
| GEAR RATIO | EGO / EGO+ Regina, (16/44) 525 O-Ring Chain |
| EGO+ RS Version Regina, (15/44) 525 O-Ring Chain | |
| ABS | Bosch Switchable |
| FRONT BRAKE | Brembo, Double Floating Discs, Ø330 mm, 4 Pistons Radial Caliper |
| REAR BRAKE | Brembo, Single Disc, Ø240 mm, 2 Pistons Caliper |
| ELECTRONICS | |
| DASHBOARD |
Cobo, 4.3” WQYGA 480×272 TFT Colour Display, integrated GPS receiver and Bluetooth communication 16.7 million colors; 9 Warning Lights; 6 + 6 Current Consumption Lights; Ambient Light Sensor; Real Time Clock; GPS 10Hz. Possibility to view the closest charging stations when connected to the MYEnergica App.
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| CONNECTIVITY | Bluetooth Low Energy; long Range ENERGICA CONNECTED RIDE (optional) |
| VEHICLE CONTROL UNIT |
A Vehicle Control Unit implementing a multi-map adaptive energy and power management algorithm manages the vehicle. It constantly monitors batteries, even in a key-off position.
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RS version implements a dedicated mapping and parameterization to highlight the high-performing and thrilling nature of Energica, developed within the racing world.
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| TRACTION CONTROL | Six levels of intervention combined with the existing eABS and the Bosch ABS |
| CRUISE CONTROL |
Sophisticated cruise control system that uses the electronic brake to maintain speed and increase braking energy
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| COLORS | Metal Black |
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| Kit Color Sport Black (Fairings Kit, Tech Seat, tyres kit) | |
| DIMENSIONS | |
| SEAT HEIGHT | 810 mm / 31,9” |
| WHEELBASE | 1465 mm / 57,7” |
| LENGTH | 2140 mm / 84,2” |
| WIDTH | 870 mm / 34,25” |
| HEIGHT | 1166 mm / 45,9” (mirrors not included) |
| WEIGHT | EGO 282 kg (621.7 lbs.) |