Electric road bike sales are still hard work, but one notable success for battery power has been in kids’ off-road machines. Pioneered by British brand Oset, silent, clean, lightweight off-road bikes have been a big hit, allowing kids to ride on dirt with less hassle than petrol power.
Oset was taken over by Triumph back in June 2022, and now we see the first fruits of that move with two new models. The TXP range (TXP stands for Trials, Xplore, Play) has a unique two-position seat setup so that they can be used as traditional stand-up trials bikes or more conventional sit-down off-roaders. The TXP comes in two sizes, 20 and 24, with the TXP-20 aimed at seven to nine-year-olds, offering an increase in battery capacity over the former model. Meanwhile, the TXP-24 is aimed at pre-teens, teens, and adults.
According to Oset, the entire bike has been improved over the old model, with 50% more battery capacity, double the power, better handling and improved air suspension. In competition terms, the firm says the TCP-24 can match 80cc-equivalent petrol trials bikes – the same as the original 20in-wheeled OSET bike did in the 50cc class.
Ian Smith, founder and CEO of Oset Bikes, said: “You cannot underestimate the work that has gone into these bikes. We have analysed every single component to ensure we reach the highest standards of excellence possible with today’s technology. From frame to forks and battery to brakes we have researched and developed every inch of the bikes and are delighted to announce what really is a new generation in electric, off-road bikes.
“Oset Bikes is all about getting kids on motorcycles and having fun, whether they choose to compete in trials, to explore, or simply to play. We understand that a traditional trials bike without a seat can feel like an alien concept, so we offer two entry points. The same bike will suit a back garden rider or a person competing at the highest level of trials competition. Simply dial it up or down and change the seat or trials unit to suit ability and adventure.”
The new bikes are on sale now, priced at £3695 for the TXP-20 and £4195 for the TXP-24.
www.osetbikes.com