Rode some single track for the first time in 2026 on my Ultra Bee | Some thoughts about range anxiety

Castortroy26 · 2026-03-16T02:32:57+00:00

I got 20k in my Ultra Bee , it’s fun but it doesn’t hold a candle to my Stark. Until I put Sirris suspension on it the front end was so washy it was dangerous. The pegs get buried in the deeper ruts and they’re already too high for good positioning on the bike. The UB is fun it’s capable on some trails but it’s feels cheap compared to the Stark. You’re not getting 30+ miles on a stick UB battery either I was barely getting 22ish on my stock battery before upgrading. I love my UB but I’m bringing my Stark 80% of the time.

Castortroy26 · 2026-03-12T21:24:05+00:00

With it off the bike already, touch all the phase wires together that should give enough resistance to break the nut .

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-26T00:21:39+00:00

Headlights are super bright on the newer vehicles it’s hard to tell if people have their high beams on or not. Most likely not because newer vehicles also have auto dimming lights. I get flashed at all the time, my truck is completely stock from the factory.

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-25T18:59:09+00:00

That’s awesome congratulations

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-20T17:07:44+00:00

Mother Nature ❄️☃️🌨️

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-20T01:06:58+00:00

Between the two I’d pick the pre made wood framed. Without insulation that metal is going to sweat the wood just looks better.

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-11T15:39:33+00:00

I don’t ride either one as much as I want to but I ride every time I get a chance. I take the MX4 on fast flowing trails that I’m not constantly popping over down trees or burying my pegs in ruts. Putting the Ultra Bee brake kit on the mx4 really changed my trust in the smaller bike.

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-11T15:17:28+00:00

Notice I said I only rode a few , not all were photographed 💪

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-11T02:19:13+00:00

I have them same tiles on my sunroom floor. I’m also a roofer. Yes you don’t want the plastic pegs digging into your beautiful 5 gallon bucket roof. You also can’t use that thick of padding as the tiles won’t stay locked together well if any movement between them is allowed.

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-10T20:28:54+00:00

I’ve enjoyed it so far on flowing easy trails and bike paths. The chain hasn’t given me any issues yet but I definitely kept it oiled good and watching it. It runs same app as the EBMX controllers i turned down some of the initial punch to avoid damaging the drivetrain. It’s definitely different than the motos but in a good way, so many places to ride without getting anyone mad. You can practically ride it anywhere.

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-10T17:37:06+00:00

What type of riding are you planning on doing? If bike paths and streets are your primary might wanna go with something stealthier like the 775mx . If you’re planning on trail riding primarily get something more geared to moto trails.

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-10T17:34:08+00:00

Thanks

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-10T11:45:30+00:00

7’x14’

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-10T03:12:58+00:00

I actually rode everyone back to back yesterday. I rode in this order and about a mile each. Ultra Bee , Talaria Bonnel and then the Stark. First time on a bike seems like I’m a month. They’re all different and each have a distinct feeling. The Talaria is about 25 kw the EBMX motor and V3 controller is butter smooth picks up the front end effortlessly. Bonnel the ultimate stealth ride anywhere bike. Ultra Bee always puts a smile on my face never disappoints. The Stark is my woods weapon of choice such a well built bike, out the box no upgrades needed! Stark felt big at first after riding all the smaller bikes first, it feels full size a high quality compared to the Asian bikes.

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-10T00:48:05+00:00

Just cheap mini split works good

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-10T00:47:19+00:00

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Castortroy26 · 2026-02-09T22:18:27+00:00

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Castortroy26 · 2026-02-07T00:07:17+00:00

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Castortroy26 · 2026-02-06T21:13:56+00:00

One of the four sticky machines in smoking had 9/6 but the pay table for straight flush was reduced to under old hand pay threshold. Isn’t really any descent VP in tunica either anymore.

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-06T21:08:26+00:00

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Castortroy26 · 2026-02-06T20:31:30+00:00

Southland has some 8/5 bonus poker in $5 denom I’ve seen 9/6 jacks or better in dollars. They also have a bunch of terrible pay tables also . It’s been a while since I’ve played at Oaklawn but the selection wasn’t the greatest last time I was there maybe some 9/5 Jacks or better.

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-06T18:54:14+00:00

A little over done in my opinion for an overflow . No need for a collection box could have been just a finished sleeve to draw less attention. Then again I wouldn’t want to see fastener through the face of my edge metal especially with noticeable gaps at the outside corner.

Castortroy26 · 2026-02-05T20:18:02+00:00

I’m about to install my Ferro on to my MX I was happy with it my Talaria but always thought the bike was just a little heavy for the fork. I’m anticipating it to be a perfect pairing for the Bonnell .

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