Ariel Rider MUDD

What the Ariel Rider MUDD is built for

The Ariel Rider MUDD is a commuter e-bike, built for daily rides to work, errands and city streets.

It has 200 Nm of torque and a top speed of 45 mph (72 km/h).

It carries a 2,808 Wh battery and a stated range of up to 120 miles (193 km) on a charge. Real-world range is usually lower than the rated figure: it falls with throttle use, hills, cold weather, rider weight and higher assist levels.

The Ariel Rider MUDD carries up to 399 lb (181 kg) including the rider, uses a torque sensor, so the motor responds to how hard you pedal and is rated IP65 against water.

In the United States the Ariel Rider MUDD sells for $2,799, above the median of $1,499 across 230 commuter e-bikes with a US price, among the premium models. That is $1 per watt-hour of battery.

Where the Ariel Rider MUDD may be ridden

In the European Union and the United Kingdom an e-bike counts as a bicycle only within the pedelec limits; as specified, its 45 mph (72 km/h) top speed is above the 25 km/h at which assistance must stop and its throttle moves it without pedalling, which the pedelec rules allow only as start-up help at walking pace. A model above those limits is treated as a moped there, with type approval, registration and insurance, unless the brand sells a version set to the European limits.

Ariel Rider MUDD safety certification

The brand's listing for the Ariel Rider MUDD does not state a UL 2849 or EN 15194 certification. New York City allows only e-bikes certified to UL 2849 to be sold or rented there, and California requires certified batteries from 2026; ask the seller for the certificate before buying.