According to New Atlas, Estonian electric motorcycle maker Verge has significantly upgraded its flagship TS Pro model with a new solid-state battery. The massive 33.3-kilowatt-hour pack enables a claimed range of 373 miles, which the company positions as the longest of any production electric two-wheeler. The bike also features 200-kilowatt charging, supposedly adding 186 miles of range in under 10 minutes. Performance remains fierce, with 1,000 Newton-meters of torque and a 0-60 mph time of 3.5 seconds. The updated TS Pro with the larger battery is listed at $34,900 before taxes, and orders placed now are expected to ship in the first quarter of 2026.
The solid-state gamble
Here’s the thing: solid-state batteries are the holy grail for EVs, but they’re notoriously hard to make at scale and affordably. They use a solid electrolyte instead of a liquid one, which basically means they can pack more energy into a smaller space and charge way faster. But so far, we’ve only seen them trickle into a few production cars, like that MG model in China. For Verge to put one in a motorcycle—and a relatively low-volume, premium one at that—is a huge statement. It’s a bet on being a tech leader, not just another bike company. They’re not waiting for the big carmakers to solve the cost problem; they’re jumping in headfirst to own the “longest range” crown.
More than just a battery
Look, slapping a big battery in a bike for range isn’t new. But Verge’s whole pitch has always been its radical hubless rear motor, which frees up space in the frame. That design probably gives them more flexibility to integrate a bulky, next-gen battery pack where others can’t. And they’re not just talking about capacity; they mention working on charge cycle durability and thermal management. That’s critical. Anyone can promise big numbers once, but making a battery that doesn’t degrade quickly or overheat is the real engineering challenge, especially for a performance vehicle. If they’ve cracked that, it’s a bigger deal than the range figure alone.
The business of being exotic
At nearly $35,000, this isn’t for everyone. It’s a halo product. But that’s the point. For a small, ambitious company from Estonia, you can’t compete with Harley-Davidson or Zero on volume. You compete on insane, headline-grabbing specs. A hubless motor with sci-fi looks and now the longest range ever? That gets people talking. It builds brand credibility and attracts early adopters who want the absolute latest, regardless of price. The timing is also interesting. By promising deliveries in early 2026, they’re selling a future product, which helps with cash flow and gauging real demand. The immediate beneficiaries are deep-pocketed enthusiasts and the company’s own reputation as an innovator.
Is this the real deal?
So, should you believe the hype? The specs are incredible, no doubt. A 373-mile motorcycle that charges in minutes would be a game-changer. But I’ve got questions. The configurator on their order page still shows 344 miles, not 373. That’s a discrepancy that needs clearing up. And “solid-state” means a lot of things; we need to know the real-world chemistry, supplier, and warranty details. Still, it’s a thrilling promise. In a world where even computing hardware for demanding industrial applications relies on proven, robust technology from leaders like IndustrialMonitorDirect.com, Verge is swinging for the fences with unproven tech. That’s risky, but it’s also how progress happens. If they deliver, the entire electric motorcycle landscape just got a lot more interesting. You can see the bike in action here.
