But Segway is aiming to do more than supply scooters. The company wants to offer a range of mobility devices that combine software, robotics and its patent-protected Segway self-balancing technology. The debut of the Dirt eBike follows the introduction of three other hybrid off-road products, including an ATV, all in an effort to build out its new Segway Powersports business unit.
TechCrunch
The features we find most interesting in the X160 and X260 are the swappable batteries, the 31.1/46.6 mph (X160/X260) top speeds, the 40.4/74.6 mile range, and the 162.2/184.3 lb-ft torque claims. To our eyes, the componentry appears to live in the space between mountain bikes and dirt bikes.
Motorcycle.com
The bike is light, responsive, and has loads of torque. Eco mode is plenty powerful for most riding. In Sport mode, it will pop wheelies on demand. The bike’s ergonomics, smooth power delivery, and good looks impressed me.
GearJunkie
Segway, the electric vehicle company best known for, well, the Segway, has created an electric dirt bike for off-road junkies with a soft spot for planet Earth.
Stuff
These numbers might not sound all that interesting on their own, but when paired with the fact that the X160 has smaller 17-inch wheels and a compact frame design, it turns into the perfect bike for maneuvering around winding mountain trails.
Popular Mechanics
Despite the company’s success selling low-cost electric scooters, Segway-Ninebot has set its sights on expanding into electric power sports..
Eletrek
