The official VANDAL trailer from ONSRA. Tap the thumbnail to play.
We started ONSRA building electric skateboards. The VANDAL is what happened when we applied the same idea to a bike: keep it light, keep it simple, make it fun to throw around. The result is an electric dirt jump bike with a chromoly frame, a battery hidden inside the frame and a total weight of just 16.8 kg (37 lbs).
It is built for city riding as much as for the pump track and dirt jumps. In this post we explain why the VANDAL rides the way it does, how the optional add-on battery works, and we collect all our VANDAL videos in one place.
Short answer: what makes the VANDAL so good?
- Super lightweight: 16.8 kg / 37 lbs thanks to a chromoly frame.
- Clean look: the 360 Wh / 10 Ah battery sits hidden in the frame.
- More range when you want it: an optional 252 Wh / 7 Ah add-on bottle battery.
- Ready for rough stuff: 80 mm suspension fork with lockout, hydraulic brakes, MAXXIS DTH 26" tires.
- Natural feel: Bafang motor with a torque sensor that adjusts assistance to your pedal force.
Super lightweight: 16.8 kg of chromoly
Most e-bikes feel heavy the moment you lift the front wheel. The VANDAL does not. With a chromoly frame and a total weight of 16.8 kg / 37 lbs, it stays agile: easy to pop over a curb, easy to carry up the stairs, easy to pull into a wheelie. Chromoly gives you strength without extra weight, which is exactly what a bike made for jumps and city riding needs.
The VANDAL: chromoly frame, hidden battery, 26" wheels.
The light weight is not a trade-off for strength: the VANDAL is rated for a maximum load of 130 kg / 286 lbs, and the seat post offers plenty of adjustment, with a seat height range of 430–650 mm.
Hidden battery, plus an optional add-on battery
The main battery is a 36 V, 360 Wh / 10 Ah pack hidden inside the frame, so the bike keeps its clean dirt jump look. It recharges in about 4.5 hours with the 2 A charger. ONSRA states a range of 80 km / 50 mi with pedal assist and 30 km / 19 mi on throttle.
The optional VANDAL Bottle Battery (252 Wh) mounted on the frame.
Want to ride further? Choose the VANDAL – Extended Range (252Wh Add-On) version, or add the VANDAL Bottle Battery later. It adds 36 V, 7 Ah (252 Wh), which brings you to 612 Wh together with the internal battery. According to the product page, the bottle battery takes over when the internal battery drops below 20%, and you can swap in another bottle battery to keep riding.
VANDAL range test: how far can it go?
Built to ride: city, pump track and dirt
The VANDAL is set up to be ridden hard and enjoyed every day:
- Suspension: 80 mm travel with mechanical lockout, so you can lock it for smooth streets and open it for rough ground.
- Brakes: hydraulic brakes for strong, controllable stopping.
- Wheels and tires: Star Rim 26" rims with MAXXIS DTH 26" tires and CST tubes.
- Motor and sensor: Bafang motor with a torque sensor that measures your pedal force and adjusts the assistance.
- Display: LCD with 4 modes, plus walk assist.
POV: first wheelies and a pump track session on the VANDAL.
Why we built the VANDAL
The VANDAL comes from the same team that builds ONSRA electric skateboards. In this video we tell the story of how we went from boards to bikes, and what we wanted the VANDAL to be.
The story behind the VANDAL, told by ONSRA.
The European version
According to the VANDAL product page, the version for Europe comes with a 250 W motor and assistance limited to 25 km/h. The throttle is not installed in Europe and is available separately. Outside Europe, the standard version has a Bafang motor with 350 W max and a top speed of 32 km/h / 20 mph. Please check your local rules before riding.
VANDAL specs at a glance
| Weight | 16.8 kg / 37 lbs |
| Frame | Chromoly |
| Battery | 36 V, 360 Wh / 10 Ah (hidden in the frame) |
| Optional add-on battery | 252 Wh / 7 Ah bottle battery |
| Range (ONSRA figures) | 80 km / 50 mi with pedal assist; 30 km / 19 mi with throttle |
| Motor | Bafang, 350 W max; 250 W in Europe |
| Top speed | 32 km/h / 20 mph; Europe: 25 km/h (limited) |
| Torque sensor | Measures pedal force, adjusts motor assistance |
| Suspension | 80 mm travel, mechanical lockout |
| Brakes | Hydraulic |
| Wheels / tires | Star Rim 26" × 1.75", 36H, Schrader valve / MAXXIS DTH 26" with CST tubes |
| Display | LCD, 4 modes |
| Walk assist | Yes |
| Throttle | Included worldwide; Europe: not installed, available separately |
| Max load | 130 kg / 286 lbs |
| Recharge | About 4.5 hours (2 A charger) |
| Seat height | 430–650 mm |
| Geometry | Reach 370 mm, chainstay 430 mm, head tube 170 mm, seat tube 335 mm, seat tube angle 70° |
| Saddle | Black leather, EN standard |
The full spec sheet and warranty details are on the VANDAL product page. ONSRA-engineered parts are covered by our 4-year warranty.
Watch the VANDAL: reviews and rides
Do not just take our word for it. Here is the VANDAL ridden and reviewed by pro riders and the community:
Pro rider review.
Danny Schneider on the VANDAL.
First look by Gareth Dix.
The final production VANDAL and its upgrades.
Unboxing, setup and accessories
New VANDAL on the way? This video walks you through unboxing and setting it up, step by step.
Unboxing and setting up the VANDAL, step by step.
Make it yours with VANDAL parts and accessories: the bottle battery, a suspension seat post, the multi-purpose light (charges from the VANDAL display's USB port), spare MAXXIS DTH tires, tubes and a single-speed chain. All in our e-bike accessories collection.
VANDAL FAQ
How much does the VANDAL weigh?
16.8 kg / 37 lbs, with a chromoly frame.
Can I add a second battery?
Yes. The optional VANDAL Bottle Battery adds 252 Wh / 7 Ah on top of the hidden 360 Wh internal battery. You can also order the VANDAL directly in the Extended Range (252Wh Add-On) version.
What range can I expect?
ONSRA states 80 km / 50 mi with pedal assist and 30 km / 19 mi with throttle for the standard battery. Real range depends on rider, terrain and assist level.
Does the VANDAL have a throttle in Europe?
In Europe, the throttle is not installed and is available separately. The European version has a 250 W motor and is limited to 25 km/h.
How long does charging take?
About 4.5 hours with the 2 A charger.
What is the maximum rider weight?
The maximum load is 130 kg / 286 lbs.
Ready to ride the VANDAL?
Light enough to throw around, with a hidden battery and an optional add-on battery when you want to go further. That is the VANDAL.
Discover the VANDAL Questions? Write to eu@onsra.com.
ONSRA Maintenance & How-To Guide: Remote Pairing, Calibration, Wheels, Tires and Direct Drive
Onewheel vs Electric Skateboard: Why Four Wheels Win