Quick Answer

Choose the EBOX V3 72RS if you want serious 72V electric dirt bike performance in a smaller, lighter and far more affordable package.

Choose the Talaria Sting MX5 Pro if you want a larger full-size 72V e-moto with more power, bigger wheels and a more adult-focused platform.

For many younger riders, confident teenagers and riders stepping up from bikes like the Revvi 20, RFN Warrior or EBOX 60R, the EBOX V3 72RS offers a huge amount of performance without jumping straight into a £4,000+ full-size e-moto.

My Take as a British MX Rider

The Talaria MX5 Pro is objectively the bigger and more powerful bike. There is no getting away from that.

However, a lot of riders looking at Talarias simply do not need a bike that size, weight or cost.

The EBOX V3 72RS gives riders a far more compact, aggressive and manageable package while still delivering serious 72V performance.

If the rider is moving up from smaller electric bikes and wants maximum fun, value and performance without jumping straight into a full-size e-moto, I would look very closely at the EBOX V3 72RS.

Size Comparison

Although the seat heights appear relatively similar on paper, the bikes feel very different once you sit on them.

The EBOX V3 72RS uses a much more compact chassis with 14"/12" wheels, making it feel lighter, easier to throw around and less intimidating for younger riders.

The Talaria Sting MX5 Pro runs larger 19"/17" wheels and a physically bigger chassis. This gives more stability at speed and suits taller riders, but it also feels noticeably larger and heavier.

For many riders aged 12-16, the EBOX feels far more manageable. For taller teenagers and adults wanting a full-size e-moto, the Talaria makes more sense.

Best for Compact Performance & Value

The EBOX V3 72RS sits in a very interesting position. It delivers genuine 72V performance but without moving into the size and cost of larger Talaria-style bikes.

• Compact and lightweight feel
• 14"/12" wheel setup
• Approximately 830mm seat height
• Strong acceleration
• Lower purchase price
• Easier progression from smaller electric bikes
• Excellent performance-to-price ratio
• More manageable for younger riders

The 72RS is one of the strongest value performance electric dirt bikes currently available.

Best for Full-Size E-Moto Riders

The Talaria MX5 Pro is a serious full-size 72V electric moto platform. It is larger, heavier and more powerful than the EBOX V3 72RS, which makes it better suited to taller riders and adults who want a bigger bike.

• 72V 40Ah battery system
• Around 13kW peak power
• 19"/17" wheel setup
• Approximately 840mm seat height
• Improved braking package
• Upgraded suspension setup
• Larger full-size chassis
• Strong aftermarket support

The MX5 Pro is aimed at riders wanting a serious full-size electric moto platform and are comfortable with the larger size, heavier feel and higher price.

The Talaria MX5 Pro is objectively the larger and more powerful bike.

But the EBOX V3 72RS has a very clear advantage for riders who want something more compact. With 14"/12" wheels compared with the Talaria’s 19"/17" setup, the EBOX feels sharper, lower and easier to manage.

The Talaria’s larger wheels and bigger chassis are better for taller riders, rougher terrain and higher-speed stability, but they also make the bike feel more grown-up and more intimidating.

The question is not just which bike is faster. The real question is which bike actually fits the rider better.

Choose the EBOX V3 72RS if you want serious performance, compact size, 14"/12" wheels and outstanding value.

Choose the Talaria MX5 Pro if you want a larger full-size 72V e-moto with 19"/17" wheels and are prepared for the higher cost.

For many riders, especially confident teenagers and smaller adults, the EBOX V3 72RS delivers more than enough performance while remaining significantly cheaper, lighter and easier to manage.

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