Honda America's first electric dirt bike will get enthusiast's heart pumping a little faster but don't go overboard just yet: this is for kids only.

Honda Teams Up With Greenger to create first official CRF electric dirt bike

Electric power is a double-edged sword for dirt bikes. On the one hand, they are quiet and can be ridden near humanity without annoying anyone. On the other hand, power points for recharging aren't exactly common out in the countryside.

Maybe that is why manufacturers have spent less time on electric dirt bikes than they have on electric street bikes. The change will come, however and Honda America has teamed up with Greenger Powersports to create the first electric 'CRF' dirt bike.

Before you get too excited, however, this is strictly for the kids!

The bike makes use of swappable battery technology and comes with a standard (as opposed to fast) charger. The electric motor has a max power output of 2.5kW and a full charge should give a two-hour riding time in 'ideal conditions.'

100% charge is achieved in four hours on a standard charger or 2.5 hours on a fast charge. That reduces to 3.2 hours standard and two hours fast to get to 80% charge.

The chassis is aluminium, conventional forks are fitted and an adjustable (for preload, we assume) rear shock is fitted. With no clutch, the left hand lever operates the rear brake.

Greenger Powersports say, “CRF-E2 is the electric equivalent of 50cc, but without having to deal with the noise, emission, and heat from the gas engine.”

Honda Powersports US said; “The CRF-E2 is designed for the next generation of powersports enthusiasts and is available exclusively through participating dealers in American Honda’s nationwide powersports network.”

The CRF-E2 will cost $2,950, plus destination charge of $200 and $100 freight charge. That's not cheap for a kids bike which, unless your kid is eyeing dirt bike riding as a profession, is a lot of money for a toy.

The off-road or 'powersports' market witnessed a boom during pandemic-induced lockdowns as people sought a way to get out and about away from other people. Electric power is inevitable and it is significant that Honda is looking at it for off-road as well as road bikes. They're not the first manufacturer to do this, of course - KTM/Husqvarna have announced the E-Duke and E-Pilen - but Honda will be the first Japanese manufacturer to signal its electric intent in the off-road market.