42 • August 2026 • Powersports Business

Canadian e-motorcycle manufacturer Beachman has introduced its all-new Aviator lineup, a retro-inspired electric café racer available in three configurations designed to appeal to riders seeking classic motorcycle styling with modern electric performance.

The new Aviator is offered as a Class 2 e-bike, a lightweight motorcycle and, later this fall, a premium 125ccequivalent electric motorcycle. Pricing starts at $ 5,499 for the e-bike version and $ 5,999 for the light motorcycle.

Built around an all-new frame platform, the Aviator draws inspiration from the British café racers of the 1960s while incorporating practical features such as a lockable storage compartment integrated into the faux fuel tank, removable battery options, USB-C charging, remote start / stop and customizable finishes.

The Class 2 e-bike version reaches a top speed of 20 mph on-road and 35 mph off-road. Customers can choose between a 2.8−kWh removable battery with more than 55 miles of range or a 4.3−kWh battery capable of exceeding 80 miles on a charge. The lightweight motorcycle shares many features with the standard model but increases top speed to 45 mph and offers a higher payload capacity.

Beachman also previewed a flagship 125cc-equivalent electric motorcycle scheduled to arrive later this year. The model will feature a fixed 8.2−kWh battery, an 8−kW motor, an estimated top speed of approximately 60 mph, and more than 125 miles of range, making it suitable for both urban commuting and highway riding.

Across the lineup, the Aviator includes motorcycle-style safety equipment such as LED lighting, turn

Left: Beachman previewed a flagship 125cc-equivalent electric motorcycle scheduled to arrive later this year. The model will feature a fixed 8.2-kWh battery, an 8-kW motor, an estimated top speed of approximately 60 mph, and more than 125 miles of range. But will it do The Ton? Right: The new Aviator is offered as a Class 2 e-bike, a lightweight motorcycle and, later this fall, a premium 125cc-equivalent electric motorcycle.( Photos: Beachman Bikes)

signals, mirrors, brake lights, and a horn. Riders can also personalize their motorcycles with multiple paint colors, leather seat upgrades, handlebars, saddlebags, and other accessories.

One of the Aviator’ s most distinctive features is its approximately two-gallon lockable storage compartment built into the tank area— a space traditionally occupied by a fuel tank. Beachman says the compartment is designed to hold gloves, charging cables, groceries, or other everyday items without the need for saddlebags or a backpack.

Beachman says the Aviator is currently being built to-order as it fulfills more than 150 customer preorders before moving into full-scale production.

Stark Future capped off a busy June by rolling out a major software update for its electric motorcycle lineup while celebrating another high-profile victory on the X Games stage.

The Barcelona-based manufacturer announced that its new traction control system is now available for all Stark Varg Alpha models through a free over-the-air software update. At the same time, factory rider Patrick Evans claimed the Moto X Best Trick gold medal at X Games Sacramento 2026.

The traction control feature, one of the most requested additions from Varg owners, is compatible with the VARG MX, EX and SM Alpha models. Rather than requiring new hardware or a dealer-installed upgrade, the system is delivered remotely to motorcycles connected to the internet.

According to Stark, the software is designed to improve traction and rider confidence in low-grip conditions, including wet pavement, gravel, mud, roots and other technical terrain. Riders can independently adjust traction control settings within each power mode, allowing for varying levels of intervention depending on riding conditions and personal preference.