How much does it cost to run an electric motorcycle?
An electric motorcycle costs about 36¢ a day, $10.95 a month and $131 a year at typical use (20 miles a day) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. Electric motorcycles use about 0.08-0.12 kWh per mile at the wall, a third of a car.
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Cost by setting
| Setting | Watts | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light e-moto / Sur-Ron | 600 | 36¢ | $10.95 | $131 |
| Zero standard charger | 1,300 | 36¢ | $10.95 | $131 |
| Level 2 / rapid charger | 6,000 | 36¢ | $10.95 | $131 |
At 20 miles a day and 17.99¢/kWh.
Cost to run an electric motorcycle in every state
The same electric motorcycle costs $90 a year in North Dakota and $318 in Hawaii, at each state's average residential rate (12 months ending July 2026).
| State | Rate | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12.32¢ | $7.50 | $90 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | $7.70 | $92 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | $7.83 | $94 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | $7.91 | $95 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | $8.11 | $97 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | $8.13 | $98 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | $8.18 | $98 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | $8.25 | $99 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | $8.34 | $100 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | $8.43 | $101 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | $8.47 | $102 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | $8.49 | $102 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | $8.53 | $102 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | $8.60 | $103 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | $8.60 | $103 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | $8.64 | $104 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | $8.99 | $108 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | $8.99 | $108 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | $9.19 | $110 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | $9.20 | $110 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | $9.33 | $112 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | $9.37 | $112 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | $9.37 | $112 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | $9.42 | $113 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | $9.44 | $113 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | $9.52 | $114 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | $9.72 | $117 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | $9.87 | $118 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | $10.01 | $120 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | $10.03 | $120 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | $10.09 | $121 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | $10.31 | $124 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | $10.83 | $130 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | $11.11 | $133 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | $11.41 | $137 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | $11.44 | $137 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | $12.60 | $151 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | $12.80 | $154 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | $12.81 | $154 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | $14.48 | $174 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | $14.49 | $174 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | $14.73 | $177 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | $16.24 | $195 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | $16.34 | $196 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | $17.04 | $204 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | $17.28 | $207 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | $17.82 | $214 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | $17.84 | $214 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | $18.52 | $222 |
| California | 32.99¢ | $20.08 | $241 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | $26.49 | $318 |
How to cut the cost
- Charge to 80% for daily commuting to extend battery life.
- Store with a 50-60% charge in winter.
- Use Eco mode for commuting to cut consumption 10-20%.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric motorcycle | 1,300 | 20 miles a day | $10.95 | $131 |
| E-bike | 100 | 10 miles a day | $1.37 | $16 |
| Electric scooter | 70 | 8 miles a day | $0.88 | $11 |
| Electric car | 7,200 | 37 miles a day | $66.86 | $802 |
| Level 1 EV charging | 1,440 | 37 miles a day | $68.88 | $827 |
| Golf cart | 900 | 10 miles a day | $8.21 | $99 |
| Prius Prime (plug-in hybrid) | 3,300 | 30 miles a day | $46.00 | $552 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run an electric motorcycle per hour?
An electric motorcycle drawing 1,300 watts uses 1.30 kWh per hour. At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's 23¢ per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 16¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's 57¢.
How much does it cost to run an electric motorcycle per month?
At typical use (20 miles a day), an electric motorcycle costs about $10.95 a month and $131 a year, at the U.S. average rate. Enter your ZIP in the calculator above for your utility's rate.
How many watts does an electric motorcycle use?
Most electric motorcycles use 600 to 6,600 watts, depending on the setting (light e-moto / sur-ron 600 W, zero standard charger 1,300 W, level 2 / rapid charger 6,000 W). Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does an electric motorcycle use?
About 2.00 kWh a day and 731 kWh a year at typical use (20 miles a day).
Does an electric motorcycle use a lot of electricity?
It's a moderate load: 731 kWh a year is about 7% of the average U.S. home's yearly use.
Is it cheaper to run an electric motorcycle or an e-bike?
At typical use, an electric motorcycle costs about $131 a year versus $16 for an e-bike. So the e-bike is cheaper by about $115 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running an electric motorcycle?
- Charge to 80% for daily commuting to extend battery life.
- Store with a 50-60% charge in winter.
- Use Eco mode for commuting to cut consumption 10-20%.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.