The eMoto Show

In Episode 13 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with Josh Hill, former Supercross winner and one of the true pioneers of electric dirt bikes. From racing the Alta Redshift at Red Bull Straight Rhythm to helping develop and test bikes from Surron, Stark, Dust Moto, and now Bonnell, Josh has been at the forefront of the eMoto movement for nearly a decade.

Josh shares how he first got involved with Alta Motors, why he took a chance on electric bikes long before they were accepted, and how his perspective on the industry has evolved over the years. We also dive into the future of eMoto racing, the potential for lightweight electric motorcycles, the Bonnell 805 and 902, the Surron Ultra Bee, building his own backyard test facility, and why he believes electric bikes have the opportunity to grow motorcycling in ways gas bikes never could.

In episode 12 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with Stark factory racer Michael Hicks to talk about his journey from amateur motocross and Arenacross racing to competing on the world stage in World Supercross aboard the Stark VARG.

Michael shares how he went from buying one of the first Surrons and owning an Alta Redshift to becoming a professional Stark rider, racing French Supercross, World Supercross, and events across 12 different countries. We dive into what it's really like racing an electric motocross bike against top-level gas competition, where the Stark has advantages, where it still struggles, and what the future of electric racing could look like.

In Episode 11 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with professional hard enduro and EnduroCross racer Cooper Abbott to talk about his new partnership with Stark Future, the evolution of electric motorcycles in hard enduro, and one of the biggest races of his career.

Cooper shares how his relationship with Stark began, the challenges of transitioning away from a factory ride, and why he's excited about the future of electric off-road racing. We also dive deep into Stark VARG setup, traction control strategies, regenerative braking, hand brake vs. foot brake, battery management, tire and mousse setups, and what he's learned racing electric motorcycles in some of the toughest terrain imaginable.

Most importantly, Cooper reveals his plans to race Erzbergrodeo aboard a Stark VARG, becoming one of the few American riders to take on the Iron Giant with an electric motorcycle.

In episode 10 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with Colin Godby from Dust Moto and John from LiveWire to talk about the huge news surrounding LiveWire’s acquisition of Dust Moto and what it means for the future of both brands.

We dive into how the partnership came together behind the scenes, why LiveWire saw such a massive opportunity in the mid size off-road segment, and how Dust Moto’s Hightail platform fits into a much bigger long-term vision alongside brands like Stacyc and Harley Davidson. The conversation also explores the challenges of building an electric motorcycle startup in public, the realities of funding and production, and how this partnership could help accelerate the Hightail toward full commercialization. 

In Episode 9 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with industry legend Eric Peronnard to talk about where electric dirt bikes really stand right now, and where things are headed next.

Eric has been at the center of it all, from Supercross and X Games to the early days of electric racing with Zero, Alta, and now Stark. We dive into how far the industry has come, why acceptance of electric dirt bikes is finally starting to shift, and what still needs to happen for eMoto to fully break into the mainstream.

We also get into the challenges of racing electric bikes, why traditional class structures don’t really work, and how events like TKO and X Games are adapting. Eric shares insight into mid-size bikes gaining traction, the rise and fall of early electric race series, and what the future could look like as OEMs start taking electric more seriously.

If you want a real behind-the-scenes look at how the electric dirt bike movement has evolved, and where it’s going, this is one you don’t want to miss.

In episode 8 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with hard enduro legend Graham Jarvis to talk about something we didn’t see coming this fast - his full transition into electric dirt bikes.

Graham breaks down how the Jarvis electric project came together, why he saw the potential years ago, and what finally made the timing right. We get into what it actually feels like to ride at the highest level without a clutch, how quickly the bike has developed, and why he believes electric isn’t just viable for hard enduro—it might be better in a lot of situations.

We also dive into racing, including competing in FIM events alongside gas bikes, battery strategy, real-world range, and what it’s going to take for electric to fully break into the sport. On top of that, Graham shares how his riding style, training, and coaching approach are evolving with this new platform.

If you’ve been wondering where electric dirt bikes actually fit in hard enduro—or if they can compete at the highest level—this is one you don’t want to miss.

Follow along with Graham and the Jarvis project as development continues and racing ramps up.

In episode 7 of the eMoto Show, we sit down with Matt Musgrove from US Hard Enduro to break down everything you need to know about the 2026 eMoto classes.

Electric dirt bikes are officially part of a full national championship in US Hard Enduro, and we cover how it all works—from class structure and bike eligibility to race formats, battery strategy, and what to expect if you’re lining up for your first event.

We dive into the two eMoto classes (Sportsman and Pro), how riders qualify, which bikes are currently approved, and what it actually takes to finish a hard enduro on an electric bike. Matt also explains how USHE is handling battery swaps, course design, and AMA requirements as the sport continues to evolve.

Beyond the rules, this conversation gets into why hard enduro is one of the best applications for electric dirt bikes, how OEMs are using these races as a proving ground, and where the future of eMoto racing is headed.

If you’ve been thinking about racing, or just want to understand how electric bikes fit into off-road competition, this episode covers it all.

In this episode of The eMoto Show, we break down what actually makes a great electric dirt bike—and where a lot of current bikes are missing the mark.

After spending time testing the Bonnell 805 and 902, it sparked a bigger conversation around why some bikes feel right immediately, while others never quite come together. It’s not just about power. In fact, we think the industry might be focusing on the wrong things entirely.

We get into chassis design, rider triangle, weight distribution, suspension quality, and power delivery—and why those factors matter far more than peak kW numbers on a spec sheet. We also talk about the ongoing “power war” in the eMoto space, and why more power doesn’t always translate to a better riding experience.

Other topics include:

•  Why some bikes feel like real dirt bikes—and others don’t 
•  The importance of usable power vs peak power 
•  Swappable vs fixed battery design 
•  Common platform flaws we keep seeing across brands 
•  How brands like Bonnell, Dust Moto, and Stark are approaching development differently 

If you’re trying to understand what actually makes a good electric dirt bike platform—or deciding what bike to invest in—this could be a good listen!

In Episode 5 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with Colin Godby, founder and CEO of Dust Moto, to talk about the development of the Dust Moto Hightail electric dirt bike and where the company is in the final stretch before production.

We discuss Dust’s decision to publicly show the entire development process, what actually goes into building a motorcycle from scratch, and why product development timelines can take years even when the industry moves quickly.

Colin also breaks down the Hightail’s alpha, beta, and gamma development phases, current production status, and Dust’s plan for final assembly in Bend, Oregon. We talk about the company’s supply chain strategy, sourcing components from Taiwan, and the realities of trying to build an American electric motorcycle brand.

The conversation also covers performance targets for the Hightail, including its 42+ horsepower at the wheel, 4.4 kWh battery, high-output power cells, and where the bike fits between lightweight eMoto platforms and full-size motocross machines.

If you’re following the evolution of midsize electric dirt bikes, startup motorcycle brands, or how companies are approaching the rapidly changing eMoto market heading into 2026, this episode offers an inside look at what Dust Moto is building and what’s coming next.

In Episode 4 of The eMoto Show, we sit down with Matt Wauters, founder and CEO of Bonnell, to break down the new Bonnell 805 and 902 electric dirt bikes.

We talk about why Bonnell built two completely different platforms, why the 805 launches first, and what the 902’s 87 horsepower claim really means. Matt explains peak vs continuous power, tunability in electric motorcycles, and why most riders will never actually use maximum output.

We also cover swappable battery options (3.9 kWh, 4.7 kWh, race and sprint packs), weight targets, Yamaha wheel compatibility on the 902, five programmable ride modes, the Joy-Con control system, regen braking, safety features like dual hall throttles, and Bonnell’s production and release timeline.

If you’re following the evolution of electric dirt bikes, electric motocross, or the next generation of high-performance off-road EVs, this is a deep dive into what Bonnell is building and where the industry is heading.