The Arctic Leopard EXE 880 is the big-battery, big-power flagship of the Arctic Leopard off-road lineup, and it is built for riders who want a real motorcycle experience without a gas tank. If you have been searching for the EXE 880 specs, wondering about the range, or asking whether this electric dirt bike is worth it, this review breaks it all down using the real numbers from the spec sheet.
Arctic Leopard EXE 880 Specs at a Glance
- Top speed: 78 mph
- Max range: up to 130 miles (ridden at a steady 22 mph)
- Peak power: 37 kW (51 hp)
- Wheel torque: 880 Nm
- Battery: 90V 75Ah (roughly 6,750 watt-hours)
- Weight: 238 lbs
- Seat height: 37.4 in
- Ground clearance: 13.8 in
- Wheelbase: 58.3 in
- Tires: 80/100-21 front, 120/100-18 rear (Maxxis)
- Final drive: RK chain, 13:49 ratio
Power and Torque: What 37 kW and 880 Nm Actually Feel Like
The number in the name refers to torque. The EXE 880 puts down 880 Nm at the wheel, paired with 37 kW of peak power, which works out to around 51 horsepower. In plain terms, that is a serious amount of grunt for a bike that weighs 238 lbs. Because an electric motor delivers its full torque the instant you crack the throttle, there is no clutch to slip and no powerband to chase. You point it and go.
Independent testing has compared the EXE 880 in its higher output settings to a 450cc off-road four-stroke, while lower settings feel closer to a punchy 250cc. That range of character comes from the ride modes rather than the raw output, which we will get into below. The short version: this is not a beginner toy. It has enough power to embarrass gas bikes on a tight trail and enough top end, at 78 mph, to handle open desert or fire roads.
EXE 880 Range: How Far Will It Really Go?
Range is the question every electric dirt bike buyer asks, and the honest answer is always "it depends on how you ride." The EXE 880 carries a large 90V 75Ah pack, which is about 6,750 watt-hours of usable energy. That is a bigger battery than you will find in a lot of competing electric off-road bikes.
The headline figure is up to 130 miles, but that number comes from riding at a gentle, steady 22 mph. Ride it hard in MX mode on a motocross track and you will see a fraction of that, because aggressive throttle use and high speed drain any battery fast. A realistic way to think about it: the big battery means you can ride an aggressive session for over an hour, or stretch a mellow trail day into a genuinely long ride. If maximum range matters most to you, keep it in a lower power mode and roll on the throttle smoothly.
Suspension, Brakes, and Chassis
The EXE 880 is built around an aluminum perimeter frame with real dirt-bike hardware bolted to it. Up front is a 48mm adjustable upside-down fork with 300mm of travel, matched to a 300mm multilink adjustable rear shock. Braking comes from a hydraulic J.Juan setup with a foot-operated rear brake, just like a conventional motorcycle. The triple clamp is CNC aluminum and the handlebar is 22-28mm 7075 aluminum.
Wheels run a 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wrapped in Maxxis rubber, the classic full-size off-road combination. The suspension is fully adjustable, which matters, because dialing in the sag and clickers makes a big difference in how planted the bike feels. Out of the box the stock settings lean firm, so plan to spend a little time tuning it to your weight and terrain.
Ride Modes and Smart Tech
This is where the EXE 880 separates itself. It offers five ride modes, Novice, Trail, Enduro, Rally, and MX, and each of those has three output levels. On top of that, the bike connects to a smartphone app over Bluetooth where you can fine-tune speed, power output, power burst, and traction control, and even draw your own throttle curve. It also includes a color TFT display, LED headlight, energy recovery through regenerative braking, a reverse function, and an e-brake. That is a lot of adjustability, and it means one bike can be gentle enough for a new rider in Novice and wild enough for an expert in MX.
Is the Arctic Leopard EXE 880 Worth It?
If you want the most capable, longest-legged bike in the Arctic Leopard range and you want it to feel like a full-size dirt bike rather than a lightweight, the EXE 880 earns its spot. The combination of 880 Nm of torque, 78 mph top speed, a 130-mile max range from that big 90V 75Ah pack, and full-size adjustable suspension makes it a legitimate trail and off-road weapon. It rewards a rider who knows how to use the power and appreciates the deep tuning options.
Newer riders should not be scared off, since Novice mode tames the delivery, but the EXE 880 really shines when you grow into it. If the 880 is more bike than you need, its sibling the EXE 800 offers a similar package with slightly less output and travel.
Ready to pull the trigger or want to compare trims? Check the current pricing and availability on the product page, and reach out to our US-based team if you want help picking the right Arctic Leopard for how you ride.
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