I love the ride ATVs and I have a Prius... I love the environment and outdoors, and that might be why I love riding ATVs. Although I'm convinced the Prius is good for the environment, admittedly I own one mostly because it is relatively cheap comfortable and very reliable, all things I would also like out of an ATV.
I bought one and it goes 45mph and gets 75miles per charge...You reviewed the entry model. There are 3 models. I freaking love mine. I put Duro street tires and can drive all over the city with it.... here in Venezuela, cops in US won't let you take in on the street, but it is way cool cruising silent around town.
65 miles is a lot for an ATV, extremely rarely people ride more than that, I have a 2006 and only one time I did ride more than 70 miles in a single day The 35 miles an hour speed is ok with me because I like to have time to see along what is along the trail and not leave a cloud of dust behind I do not even wear an helmet anyways because I ride on low gear 90% of the time I like to know the towing capacity because I haul my firewood sand etc, and I plow snow also Nice machine, and nice concept
For a sport atv it works. But you need racks to do work, and the only time I ever owned a sport atv, I kept wishing that I had gotten the sport utility so I could use it for something other than weekend fun rides.
Just like the Electric Gravely and Ego zero turn mower, I would like to see an electric quad were you can remove the batteries so you can carry extra batteries to extend your run times or distance.
Daymak has actually been making electric full-size atvs since at least 2016, they started with electric atvs in 2001, but I think they were the little ones.
Sounds good for a starter atv for a son or wife. Especially if you are just hanging out at the cabin, or for a camping trip. Price tag is a little expensive but it's fairly new tech and a long term review for reliability would be great. Keep up the good reviews!
Thanks for the compliment! Good point on using it as a starter type machine. It might make a great option for the younger ones as you know they can't go 60 mpg down the trail.
Everyone is talking shit about the speed but if you’re looking a quad to use for its intended utility purposes you won’t need anything more than what this can do.
This electric ATV sounds great, not for environmentally friendliness, that’s a joke, the electricity comes from somewhere with a high carbon footprint. I’d use it for scouting/hunting, no noise from the ATV or Gasoline smell! Where I hunt the deer avoid ATVs and a ATV trails, the presence of ATVs means humans to them. Yes, the deer are that smart where I hunt (they even look up for tree stands when they suspect something). The ability to access hunting opportunities Quietly is worth to limits of this ATV!
This quad Would be great for where I hunt, the deer are smarter than most of the hunters. I personally know several hunters whom ride their quads to their hunting spots and have never gotten a deer. One in particular is a State police officer (he really doesn’t have time to walk to his stand, he has to get to work on time everyday). He’s never shot a deer (that I know off) where I hunt, but he’s helped me get some of mine out.
Electric dirt bikes seem to be doing good, very cool that the ATVs have started! Tailgate is 2700??? I'll keep my $120 YuRamp for now... Good info Chris!!!
Thanks for the comment brother. I know little about dirt bikes, but a couple people have commented on how well they have been doing. Hopefully ATVs follow suite. Yea the ramps are definitely pricey. But dang that's a legit setup!
our electric ATV is from about the year 2002 - it was ahead of its time, but batteries sucked. We upgraded the batteries and holly molly its a whole new machine! Literally about 200% better!
I think the electric ATV is great. It doesn't meet my needs with its limits on speed and range but it's probably good for lots of people. I love the tailgate but I wouldn't even consider buying one at that price point. Too bad they couldn't build a ramp that doesn't replace the tailgate but simply attaches to it. I'm surprised that automakers haven't come up with something like that already.
Thanks for the input EastCoastATV. I agree that it probably meets a lot of people's needs, especially for the average "around the property or town" concept. It's not yet enough for me either, but I'm still super excited about making it to this point. It's a big step in the electric ATV direction As for the tailgate, they are definitely up there in price, but do come with a hefty price tag. If I was going to go get a new truck, I would consider it. I'm not willing to spend the money right now on my old payed off truck though.
Just get your buddy with the welding equipment some metal and a case of beer, and have him make you one. The one in the video was fancy and all that, but you can build your own tailgate with attachments cheaper. It might not look like a normal tailgate, but it's a truck. You bought it to haul things not look pretty.
How long does it take to charge it, how waterproof, is it and how does weather impact it? I just bought a 2021 Yamaha Kodiak 700 EPS SE which is surprisingly fuel efficient. I am not opposed to an ev atv for commercial use, I like to ride 50+ miles and be gone for days. Will there always be a place for as ATV's for a long time?
Really really intrigued by these! I actually strongly dislike how close the saddle can be to the motor making it feel like you’ve got tinnitus in your ears after a few hours, or the strong smell of gas fumes on older models. Being able to finally hear the wind and wildlife around you as you ride is a massive GAIN! As you said however, it’s still a young product category and will probably mature quite a bit this next decade.
I want a small EV to quietly pull a trailer at an easy forest track. An electric ATV would probably fit the job. Trailer weight with cargo is usually be 200--300 kg (440 -660 lbs), sometimes 450 kg (1000 lbs) The track/road is fairly easy, with maximum slope 20% or 14° Range is not an issue. You can probably count km your fingers (maybe one hand for miles). Speed is not an issue, as log as I don't have to carry the cargo. US$8000 is way over budget. maybe US$5000, but that's about max.
Yea they are pricey. I might be able to get you a discount if you want. Seriously...they reached out to me after this video and we have talked prices a couple times.
I wonder if the tailgate would be strong enough to hold my rzr trail? I have been looking at selling my truck for a long box because when I have my toy hauler set up at camp, I don't have another way to haul my wheeler if I can't drive it to where I want to go.
That's a good point! I would hope so, but at the same time I can see why it might not be able to handle the weight. I am really curious though! If you call them to find out, I would love to hear what they told you.
You can actually! When I was researching it, I found out you can basically swap your backup camera into the new tailgate and it will lineup the same. I do believe it's a little bit extra though.
Come on man. Everyone has that friend who has the equipment and knowledge to weld you up a tailgate that might not look like a factory gate, but will do what this one does. And he will probably do it for a case of beer, and conversation over a down weekend. No need to pay that much unless you are hung up on the factory tailgate look, and even then you could just take it off and save it for when you're not going riding.
How long to charge? 100 mile range at Emily outting under water. Trail is closed... Due to flooding. I wonder how it will effect mud nationals in 3 weeks with the trails being closed
Emily Outing isn't 100 miles is it? I haven't been there in a while but I thought it was closer to 60...I should know being that we reviewed it! 😄 Good question on the charge, I guess I'm not quite sure. I will have to ask them that. I bet mud Nats will still be packed. Even without trails leading away there is still a lot on the private property. It does take away from it I suppose though.
Wait... do you mean to tell me something can be electric, and... AND... (see what i did there) not look like it was stolen from the set of Blade Runner?!?!?! MIND BLOWN! *KER-PLOOOOW* The elongator seems cool. Can't think of a better name, but I feel slightly uncomfortable saying it in public. Reminds me of something, something I saw an ad for once, when I was young, in a magazine, that I was definitely looking at for science. Definitely for science. Like National Geographic. Chris, is there a preferred method to communicate with you? I have some stuff that was recently released you may want to have a look at.
Hey Rodney, first off I'm really irritated. I responded to this a long time ago..but I just noticed it must have not saved or disappeared because now I am noticing it doesn't look like I responded. Not sure what happened, sorry about that. Best way to get a hold of me is probably to send me a DM on Instagram or message Midwest ATV on facebook. If neither of those work let me know, thanks.
Not a chance I'd every buy one. not even the slightest bit interested in anything full electric. And yes we normally trail ride at 35-45mph on a normal ride.
Fair enough. What if Tesla released an ATV, then would you? In other words a super fast, luxurious ATV full of features? Just curious if you are against electric ATVs all together, or just where they are at right now.
@@bystanther6774 nah, ya think? I honestly think they will be well...more "main stream" in about 5 years (just my theory though). A few more steps forward and I could see buying one.
if you can a tleast get 55-60mph and 100 miles out of battery it would be decent these electric quad would be good for rescue or looking for missing person.
For those trying to look this up, the correct spelling is Daymak (not Daymack). They are a Canada based importer and have all types of electric items (atv, scooters, dunebuggies, ebikes, etc.)
That's a really good point, Steve! I meant to bring that up in the video and never did 🙁. This machine is only two wheel drive. I talked to them about it and they said they are working on a 4WD option, but it's not available yet.
EV Safari. 4 Wheel drive. 13,000 for only 40 mile range though, and capped at 45 MPH. For that price, you could get a gas with more options... but I mean, first models and all.
None that sell new machines as far as I am aware. I would look at some older used Sportsman maybe? Otherwise A quad such as a Honda 400 could be a great option to consider. Hope that helps!
I would probably do some searching on Craigslist and Facebook market place then. My first machine was $2000 (a used sportsman). Just have to be careful when and make sure you or someone you trust gives it a good once o we before buying.
469 pounds for an ATV is not heavy at all My 2014 Kodiak 450 weighs just over 600 pounds full of fuel. Then lets talk about my 570 Can am renegade Xmr at 850 pounds dry. That is a tank But a fun tank
Still underpowered. Top of the line is 7500 watts - 10 HP. Since it's 4x4, it should be easy enough to hook up separate 12k motor for front/rear. And those can burst to 24k. That would give constant 32hp, bursting to 64hp for hill climbs and bogs. And if you water cooled them, you'd have the 64hp constant. Or you could run one motor per wheel using cv axles and ditch any transaxle weight. And the upside to electric is the power curve. Compared to gas, they don't have one. Max torque is at 0 rpm, meaning for picking through really rough terrain at a crawl, they are unsurpassed.. Run time remains the limiter. Now, if you want a post apocalypse vehicle, this combined with a rugged trailer carrying a genset and foldout solar array would be your survival ark. Fuel where you can scrounge it - hunker down for a solar charge when you can't.
I wouldn't buy the tailgate because let's face it if I'm taking my atv somewhere to ride then imma have ppl I'm going with or coming with me and u can buy a brand new trailer that fits all 3 or 4 ppls 3wheelers on so we can all ride in one truck but that's just me. And it cost 200 to 300 for a used 4x8 trailer if I wanna load just one. Now if the price was comparable then yeah I would I think it's cool but not worth the money..
Electric vehicles are environmentally friendly until you ask how the electricity is generated, where the battery comes from and where it goes when it’s pooched.
LET ME HEAR THE G** D*** MACHINE!!!!!! Damn you creators kill me. Either running your trap or playing some generic shit music. I'm here because I want to hear how quiet it is when running.
