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Rawrr Mantis X vs Rawrr Mantis Mini R

Rawrr Mantis X wins this one, 8.5/10 against 8.4/10, mainly on peak power and battery size. Choose the Rawrr Mantis Mini R if you care more about weight.

Our pick

Rawrr Mantis X

8.5/10Very good · $2,999 Nov 12, 2026

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Rawrr Mantis Mini R

8.4/10Good · $2,399 Nov 12, 2026

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Which one should you buy?

Choose the Rawrr Mantis X if

  • You want more punch: 7.5 kW peak against 6 kw peak
  • You ride longer days: 2,160 Wh of battery against 1,440 wh

Best for first-time adult riders who want a light, cheap, US-assembled e-moto.

Choose the Rawrr Mantis Mini R if

  • You want to spend less: $2,399 against $2,999
  • You want a lighter bike: 115.7 lbs against 139 lbs

Best for teens and small adults who want a real 72V e-moto in a smaller frame.

Rawrr Mantis X vs Rawrr Mantis Mini R
Bike
Rawrr Mantis X8.5/10$2,999, Nov 12, 2026
Rawrr Mantis Mini R8.4/10$2,399, Nov 12, 2026
Price$2,999$2,399
Peak power7.5 kW peak6 kW peak
Battery2,160 Wh1,440 Wh
Battery per $10072 Wh per $10060 Wh per $100
Weight139 lbs115.7 lbs
Power-to-weight5.4 kW per 100 lbs5.2 kW per 100 lbs
Top speed (brand)50 mph46 mph
Seat height34 in28.9 in
Max rider weight220 lbs165 lbs
ChargingNot statedNot stated
Warranty1-year1-year
Road statusOff-road onlyOff-road only
Sold byRawrrRawrr
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Price and what you get for it

On November 12, 2026, the Rawrr Mantis X cost $2,999 at Rawrr and the Rawrr Mantis Mini R $2,399 at Rawrr. That's $600 more for the Rawrr Mantis X.

Per dollar of battery: 72 Wh per $100 for the Rawrr Mantis X, 60 wh per $100 for the Rawrr Mantis Mini R. Rawrr official store (US); rawrr official store (US), "from" price.

Power, speed and weight

Rawrr Mantis X: 7,500 W max output, 4,000 W nominal (10 HP); top speed 50 mph; 139 lbs with battery. Power-to-weight: 5.4 kw per 100 lbs.

Rawrr Mantis Mini R: 6,000 W max output, 2,000 W nominal (8 HP); top speed 46 mph; 115.7 lbs with battery. Power-to-weight: 5.2 kw per 100 lbs.

Lighter matters more than you'd think: you lift, load and pick up the bike after every fall. Power matters on climbs and open trails. Top speeds are the brands' own figures.

Battery, range and charging

Rawrr Mantis X: 72V, 2,160 Wh, swappable. Range: 62 miles in Eco mode (Rawrr). Charging: not stated.

Rawrr Mantis Mini R: 72V, 1,440 Wh. No range figure on the page we read. Charging: not stated.

Fit, warranty and road status

Seat height: 34 in for the Rawrr Mantis X, 28.9 in for the Rawrr Mantis Mini R. Max rider weight: 220 lbs and 165 lbs.

Warranty: 1-year powertrain warranty (Rawrr) (Rawrr Mantis X); 1-year powertrain warranty (Rawrr site banner) (Rawrr Mantis Mini R).

Road: Rawrr says Mantis bikes are not street legal and are for off-road use only For the Rawrr Mantis Mini R: Off-road only (Rawrr). Road rules for electric dirt bikes vary by state.

The catch with each

Rawrr Mantis X: 220 lb weight capacity, so heavier riders should look at the E Ride Pro SS 4.0. And 70 mm of rear travel is short for rough trails.

Rawrr Mantis Mini R: The 165 lb weight capacity means an adult will outgrow it fast, and 46 mph is a lot for a young rider. Use the app limits. Stock was out or pre-order on November 12.

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Rawrr Mantis X vs Rawrr Mantis Mini R: questions

Which is better, the Rawrr Mantis X or the Rawrr Mantis Mini R?
On our formula, the Rawrr Mantis X: 8.5/10 against 8.4/10. The Rawrr Mantis Mini R is the better pick if you care most about weight.
Which is cheaper, the Rawrr Mantis X or the Rawrr Mantis Mini R?
The Rawrr Mantis Mini R: $2,399 against $2,999 on November 12, 2026.
Which one is lighter?
The Rawrr Mantis Mini R: 115.7 lbs against 139 lbs.
Which has the bigger battery?
Rawrr Mantis X: 2,160 Wh; Rawrr Mantis Mini R: 1,440 Wh, per the brand or dealer pages.