What Ubco does

UBCO is a New Zealand-headquartered designer, manufacturer, and distributor of electric utility vehicles (EUVs), founded in 2015 in Tauranga by Daryl Neal, Anthony Clyde, and Timothy Allan. The company's core platform is the 2X2 series of all-wheel-drive electric motorbikes, distinguished by independent hub motors in each wheel, a step-through Super X alloy frame with 19 attachment lugs, and a swappable IP66-rated KXH lithium-ion battery system (2.1kWh or 3.1kWh). The 2024-launched DUTY model extends the portfolio upmarket with a higher-power rear hub drive, 6.2kWh battery, and 95kph top speed for fleet and cargo applications. The product range spans $3,999 to $6,999 USD across Work, Adventure, Special Edition, and Hunt Edition variants, plus accessories and replacement batteries sold through direct e-commerce and a 200+ dealer network spanning New Zealand, Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, and parts of Europe, with a US regional headquarters in Portland, Oregon (UBCO Bikes US, LLC).

UBCO generates revenue primarily through one-time hardware sales of motorbikes, batteries, and accessories, supplemented by 0% financing arrangements over 60 months and enterprise fleet contracts. The company operates a multi-channel go-to-market combining direct-to-consumer e-commerce (with Ship-to-Me and Click-and-Collect options), channel partner sales through 200+ authorized dealers, and enterprise field sales targeting large fleet customers. Primary customer segments are agriculture and farming, hunting and outdoor sports, cargo and delivery fleets, land management and conservation, tourism operators, and recreation enthusiasts, with named enterprise customers including Australia Post, Tyresta National Park, Robert Sinskey Vineyards, and Tahoe Outdoor Adventures. The company is backed by TPK Holdings, Seven Peak Ventures, Nuance Capital, Enterprise Angels, GD1, and Snowball Effect across approximately $17-27M in cumulative disclosed funding, and emerged from receivership in 2025 with a renewed strategic focus on the fleet market.

Name

Ubco

Legal name

UBCO Bikes US, LLC

Website

https://ubcobikes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

UBCO designs and manufactures all-wheel-drive electric utility motorbikes (2X2 and DUTY models) with proprietary dual hub motor architecture and swappable batteries, selling through direct e-commerce, 200+ global dealers, and enterprise fleet channels to agriculture, hunting, postal, tourism, and conservation customers across NZ, Australia, the US, UK, and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electric Utility Motorcycles

NAICS

Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991), Motorcycle, ATV, and All Other Motor Vehicle Dealers (441227)

SIC

Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751), Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714)

akta.pro primary industry

Electric Motorcycles & Electric Scooters Manufacturing (IMACAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Off-Road & MX Gear Retail (Dirt Bike/Motocross/Enduro) (CRAMANAG), Bike Parts & Components Retail (CRAMAHAB), Cycling & Bike Retail (Sales, Service & Accessories) (CRAMABAH)

Keywords

• Electric utility vehicles
• Electric motorbikes
• Lithium-ion batteries
• Fleet electric vehicles
• Off-road electric bikes

Headquarters

HQ city

Otumoetai

HQ country

New Zealand

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Electric Motorbike Sales: Primary revenue stream from direct sales of electric utility motorbikes including 2X2 Adventure, 2X2 Work, 2X2 Hunt Edition, 2X2 Special Edition, and DUTY models. One-time hardware purchase model.
2. Battery Sales: Replacement and additional lithium-ion battery packs (2.1kWh and 3.1kWh) sold separately. Batteries lock to frame and can be swapped for extended range.
3. Accessories: Wide range of accessories including cargo decks, phone mounts, bags, tool kits, and hunting-specific gear. Sourced from partners like Peak Design and Giant Loop.
4. Fleet Solutions: Large-scale fleet solutions including custom design development, procurement partnerships, and ongoing support. Revenue from bulk fleet orders such as the Australia Post partnership.
5. Financing Services: 0% financing available for 60 months on select models, enabling higher-priced purchases through installment payments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

UBCO designs, manufactures, and distributes all-wheel-drive electric utility motorbikes (2X2 Adventure, 2X2 Work, 2X2 Special Edition, 2X2 Hunt Edition, and DUTY models) for on-road, off-road, and fleet applications. The company also sells swappable lithium-ion battery packs, accessories, and a smartphone-connected Rider App. Products are sold direct-to-consumer, through a 200+ dealer network, and via enterprise fleet sales.

Product overview

UBCO is an electric utility vehicle company offering a portfolio of all-wheel drive electric motorbikes designed for both work and recreation applications. The product lineup centers on the 2X2 platform (Adventure, Hunt Edition, Work, Special Edition variants) featuring dual hub motors in each wheel, and the newer rear-wheel-drive DUTY model designed for fleet and cargo applications. Accessories include swappable lithium-ion batteries (2.1kWh and 3.1kWh), cargo decks, mounting systems, and the Rider App for smartphone connectivity via Bluetooth 5.0. The company targets diverse market segments including farming, hunting, land management, tourism, cargo delivery, and recreation, with products available in on-road registrable and off-road-only configurations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• UBCO DUTY Rear-wheel hub-drive electric motorbike designed for large-scale fleet and cargo delivery operations. Features an 8kW hub motor, 95kph/60mph top speed, 6.2kWh lithium-ion battery with approximately 100km/62mi range, and class-leading 160kg/353lb carry capacity.
• 2X2 Adventure Bike All-wheel-drive electric utility motorbike, road registrable with on/off-road capability. Dual 1kW hub motors, up to 120km/75mi range with the 3.1kWh battery, 150kg payload capacity, and DOT/ECE-approved LED lighting. Available in black or white.
• 2X2 Hunt Edition All-wheel-drive electric motorbike designed exclusively for off-road hunting. Boost Mode enables speeds up to 40mph/64kph, range up to 75mi/120km, 330lb/150kg carry capacity including rider, 2400-lumen LED floodlight, and hunting accessories including MOLLE panels, bow/gun mounts, and onX Hunt Elite Membership (3 months).
• 2X2 Work Bike Off-road-only all-wheel-drive electric motorbike built for farm and work applications. Dual hub motors, up to 50mi/80km off-road range, 150kg/330lb payload, 19 attachment lugs for accessories, and waterproof IP66 battery. Available with 2.1kWh or 3.1kWh battery options.
• 2X2 Special Edition Accessorized all-wheel-drive electric motorbike with enhanced braking (4-piston axial calipers, 240mm rotors), 3.1kWh battery, and premium accessories including center carry-all, 30L rear carry case, Peak Design phone mount, and Giant Loop Pronghorn straps. Available in Sage Green.
• 3.1kWh Replacement Battery High-capacity lithium-ion battery pack with dual safety systems (active BMS monitoring and passive IP66 sealed enclosure). Powers all 2X2 models, charges in 4–6 hours, and provides extended range up to 120km depending on model and conditions. Sold separately as a replacement or additional swappable pack.

Quantifiable outcome

• 94-95% reduction in fuel costs compared to ICE vehicles
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Australia PostflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFlagship fleet partnership announced August 2024. Australia Post selected UBCO as EV partner to replace traditional gas-powered motorcycles with DUTY electric motorbikes. Bikes add to Australia Post's 5000-strong electric fleet. Partnership driven by commitment to reducing emissions, costs, and enhancing safety for team members. Unveiling highlighted successful field trials demonstrating versatility across various delivery routes.
• Shane DoriancoreOthersHall of Fame surfer and hunting enthusiast collaborated with UBCO to develop the 2X2 Hunt Edition. Worked closely to create a bike with everything serious sportspersons need for hunting. Provides product feedback and promotional content.
• onXminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGPS mapping partnership providing 3-month Elite Membership to onX app included with purchase of Hunt Edition bike. onX app provides private and public land boundaries, 3D satellite and topographic basemaps for outdoor navigation.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Cake (Cake 0 Emission): Swedish electric motorbike maker focused on lightweight utility and off-road electric two-wheelers. Directly comparable to UBCO in target segments (work, off-road, last-mile delivery) and price band, though Cake emphasizes premium design and urban/commuter use cases alongside utility.
• Sur-Ron (Surron): Chinese manufacturer of electric off-road motorbikes and light electric dirt bikes popular in the farming, hunting, and trail riding communities that UBCO also targets. Competes on price and performance in the off-road/utility segment.
• Talaria (Sting): Manufacturer of electric off-road dirt bikes and light utility electric motorbikes popular with hunters and trail riders. Direct competitor in the off-road/utility electric two-wheeler space that UBCO also targets.

Broad incumbents

• Zero Motorcycles: US-based electric motorcycle manufacturer offering a broad lineup of on-road and dual-sport electric motorbikes. Larger and better-capitalized than UBCO, with overlapping dual-sport/utility positioning but a heavier emphasis on performance street bikes.
• Energica Motor Company: Italian premium electric motorcycle manufacturer focused on high-performance sport and street bikes. Operates in the same electric two-wheeler category as UBCO but serves a different (performance street) segment.
• Polaris (Polaris Ranger / Electric Utility Vehicles): Major powersports OEM with a broad line of utility side-by-sides, ATVs, and emerging electric utility vehicles. Competes with UBCO for farm, hunting, and fleet utility buyers with a much wider product portfolio and dealer network.
• NIU Technologies: China-based global electric two-wheeler (scooter and moped) maker with strong delivery fleet presence, particularly in Asia and Europe. Comparable in electrifying commercial delivery fleets, though product format (scooters vs. motorbikes) differs.

Emerging players

• Super73: US electric bike company producing e-bikes with motorcycle-inspired styling for urban and recreational riders. Adjacent product category (e-bicycles) and a similar lifestyle/outdoor brand-building approach, though Super73 targets a different primary use case.
• ARC (Arc Vector): UK-based electric motorbike startup developing premium electric motorcycles. Smaller, more focused portfolio than Zero/Energica with overlap on technology/positioning but at premium price points.
• Land Energy (District / Core): US electric motorbike startup producing the District and Core urban/utility electric bikes with swappable batteries. Direct early-stage peer in the electric utility/commuter motorbike category, with similar target segments and battery-swap approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• TikToktiktok.com/@ubcobikes
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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors7 records

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M&A

Investments

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