The VorteX Trike is the three-wheeler in the Xion Motors VorteX line. It's a Class 2 electric trike with a 750W motor, a 72V lithium-ion battery and a triangular frame lit with LEDs and the VorteX name. We build it in San Diego.
It's hard to miss on the street, and that's usually why a business asks us about it. A bright, unusual vehicle draws people over at an event or a store promotion, and the VorteX Trike can also pull a light trailer or cart. If you're thinking about one for your business, the questions that matter are practical: how far it goes on a charge, how much it can carry or tow, and whether you can use it commercially where you operate.
What the VorteX Trike is
The VorteX Trike is an electric trike rated as a Class 2 e-bike. The frame is the part people remember: a triangular shape outlined in LED light, with "VorteX" branding built into it. It rides on oversized off-road tires, has suspension, and carries multi-bar LED lighting, so it stays easy to see after dark.
Power comes from a 750W motor and a 72V, 58Ah lithium-ion battery rated at 150A. Top speed is 20 mph. On a full charge the trike is rated for up to 60 miles, and charging takes about 5 hours.
The trike weighs 225 lb including the battery. It's rated to carry up to 900 lb and to tow up to 1,500 lb. Those two ratings are high for a vehicle this size, and they're what make it useful for work.
VorteX Trike specs
| Spec | VorteX Trike |
|---|---|
| Classification | Class 2 e-bike |
| Motor | 750W |
| Battery | 72V 58Ah lithium-ion (150A) |
| Range | Up to 60 miles |
| Top speed | 20 mph (can be limited for local rules) |
| Charge time | About 5 hours |
| Weight | 225 lb including battery |
| Load capacity | Up to 900 lb |
| Tow capacity | Up to 1,500 lb |
| Frame | Triangular, LED-lit, with VorteX branding |
| Tires | Oversized off-road |
| Lighting | Multi-bar LED |
| Suspension | Yes |
| Built in | San Diego, California |
What the specs mean for business use
The range and charge time fit a simple routine: ride during the day, charge overnight. Towing, heavy loads and hills all shorten the range, so leave yourself some margin until you know how your trike does with the load you actually carry.
The 900 lb load rating and 1,500 lb tow rating are what set the VorteX Trike apart from a typical e-bike. They give you room to haul gear, signage or product, or to pull a light trailer or cart. Stay within both ratings, and when you add things up, include the trailer itself along with whatever is on it.
How businesses use a VorteX Trike
The obvious use is marketing. A trike with a glowing triangular frame makes people stop and look, which is what you want from a vehicle at a promotion, an event appearance or a brand activation. Park it outside a store opening, or bring it to an event as something people want to photograph.
The tow rating adds a second job. Within its 1,500 lb limit, the trike can pull a light trailer or cart, such as a sampling cart or a small trailer of event gear. The same vehicle that draws a crowd can also bring your setup to the spot.
How much either use does for you depends on your market, your location and how you run it. We can tell you what the trike is rated for and what we can build; the rest comes down to your plan.
Custom builds and branding
Xion builds custom versions of the VorteX Trike. The one on our homepage has purple faux fur and built-in speakers, which gives you an idea of how far a build can go. For a business, the natural starting point is a finish in your colors with your branding on it, so the trike carries your name wherever it goes.
If you have something specific in mind, tell us early and we'll let you know what's possible on the VorteX frame. Start on the VorteX Trike product page or browse the VorteX collection.
The rest of the VorteX line
The VorteX line also includes the VorteX E-Bike, the VorteX E-Moped and the VorteX E-Moto, all built with the same triangular LED frame style. If you want vehicles that match, say a trike for towing plus two-wheelers for getting around, the shared look ties them together.
If what you really need is to carry paying passengers, look at our commercial pedicabs instead. Xion builds electric passenger pedicabs for fleet operators, and you can see them in the pedicab collection.
Licensing and local rules
The VorteX Trike is rated as a Class 2 e-bike, but how Class 2 e-bikes are treated varies by state and often by city. Local rules can cover where you can ride, how fast you can go and what's allowed for commercial use.
Before you put a VorteX Trike to work, check your state and city rules for e-bikes and ask whether you need a permit for commercial use, such as running promotions on public streets or towing on public roads. Event venues and private properties often set their own rules as well. If your area calls for a lower top speed than 20 mph, we can limit the trike to match.
Frequently asked questions
Is the VorteX Trike a Class 2 e-bike?
Yes. The VorteX Trike is rated as a Class 2 e-bike, with a 750W motor and a 20 mph top speed that can be limited for local rules. Class 2 e-bike rules vary by state and city, so check your local rules before using it commercially.
How far does the VorteX Trike go on a charge?
The VorteX Trike is rated for up to 60 miles on a full charge, and charging takes about 5 hours. Heavy loads, towing and hills will shorten the range.
How much can the VorteX Trike carry and tow?
The VorteX Trike has a load capacity of up to 900 lb and a tow capacity of up to 1,500 lb. The trike itself weighs 225 lb including the battery. That is enough to pull a light trailer or cart, as long as you stay within the ratings.
Can Xion customize a VorteX Trike for my business?
Yes. Xion builds custom versions of the VorteX Trike, including finishes and branding for businesses. The custom VorteX on our homepage has purple faux fur and built-in speakers.
Where is the VorteX Trike built?
Xion Motors builds the VorteX Trike in San Diego. Xion also builds commercial passenger pedicabs for fleet operators.
