Electric mobility isn’t just a buzzword anymore. It’s the reality shaping how we think about transport today, whether that’s city commuters swapping cars for e-bikes or entire manufacturers reimagining the motorcycle from the ground up. In a world where sustainability, efficiency, and innovation are no longer optional, the motorcycle industry is facing the same hard questions the automotive world had to answer a decade ago.
Do we cling to familiar combustion or push into a future where performance and responsibility need to live side by side?
That’s where Verge Motorcycles comes in. The Finnish company may not yet be a household name in other parts of the globe, but it’s carving out a reputation for radical engineering and futuristic design. Their defining feature is the hubless rear wheel motor, which isn’t just a visual statement but a rethinking of how power gets to the ground. By placing the motor in the rim itself, Verge eliminates the need for a traditional drivetrain.
It’s an unconventional move that creates space in the chassis for a larger battery while also reducing mechanical complexity. For a company competing in a space that includes Zero, Energica, and even Harley-Davidson’s LiveWire, Verge is positioning itself as the rebel with its own rulebook.
The bike grabbing headlines is the TS Pro. On paper, it’s a beast: 1,000 newton-meters (about 737 pound-feet) of torque available instantly. That’s the kind of figure that makes even seasoned superbike riders do a double-take. Granted, its top speed is rather lackluster 124 mph, but it can sprint from zero to 60 mph in just 3.5 seconds. Range is listed at up to 217 miles under ideal conditions, putting it in the same ballpark as some compact EV cars. Charging is handled via CCS fast-charging, with Verge claiming 0 to 80 percent in about 35 minutes, which makes longer trips feel much more realistic.
Specs aside, what makes the TS Pro fascinating is how it reframes what a motorcycle can be. Electric bikes often struggle with the criticism that they lack character, that without engine noise or gear changes they’re missing something visceral. Verge’s answer isn’t to replicate what came before but to offer a different kind of experience.
The immediate surge of torque, the low center of gravity from that massive battery, and the visual drama of a hubless rear wheel are designed to create an emotional connection that doesn’t rely on nostalgia. In other words, it’s not trying to be a better gas bike. It’s trying to be something new.
Verge has been working hard to get this message out, especially in markets like the UK where motorcycle culture runs deep. The company has been showcasing the TS Pro at events such as Kop Hill Climb, CLT Motor test ride days, and the Bicester Motion Scramble. These appearances aren’t just about static displays; they’re opportunities for riders to sign up for test rides and feel firsthand what 737 pound-feet of torque delivered through a rim motor actually feels like. For Verge, it’s not only about proving performance numbers but also building trust with riders who might still be skeptical about what an electric superbike can deliver.
For riders in other parts of the world, the story is still unfolding. Verge doesn’t yet have the kind of widespread dealer presence or brand awareness needed to compete directly with the established players here. But that’s what makes them so intriguing. This is a company pushing a bold idea at a time when the motorcycle industry is still figuring out how electrification fits into its DNA. If they can bring the TS Pro stateside and back up the numbers with reliability and support, it could mark one of those moments when the industry quietly shifts gears.
So while Verge may not be the biggest name in motorcycling yet, they’re proving that electric innovation doesn’t have to be boring or predictable. The TS Pro isn’t just a motorcycle with a battery; it’s a reimagined machine that forces us to ask what the next chapter of motorcycling should feel like. And for riders who care about both performance and progress, that’s a question worth leaning into.
Sources: Verge Motorcycles, Superbike News
