Side-by-Side Comparison

Yadea E8S vs Lightning LS-218

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Fiji.

Yadea

Key Specifications

Yadea E8SSpecLightning LS-218

—Price—

—Engine (cc)—

1750Power (hp)9999

149Torque (Nm)9999

—Mileage (km/l)—

137Weight (kg)9999

—Fuel Tank (L)—

8.2Rating9.5

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Lightning LS-218

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Full Specifications

Basic Information

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

Electric Motor (TTFAR Motor)Engine TypeIPM liquid cooled electric motor

Energy Retrieving ControllerController TypeFluxVector Drive System

CVTTransmission TypeDirect single speed drive

Hub MotorDrive TypeDirect Single Speed Drive

YadeaBrandLightning

E8SModelLS-218

Yadea E8S ProBike NameLightning LS-218

2024Model Year2014

Electric ScooterCategory/TypeElectric Superbike

ChinaCountry of OriginUSA

China / Global (Varies by market)Assembly LocationUSA

AvailableStatusAvailable

Black, Silver, Green, BlueColors AvailableNot specified

TTFAR Graphene BatteryBattery TypeLithium-Ion

Fast Charger SupportedCharger TypeOn-board 3.3kw Charger with CCS Level 2+3

Dual StraightSeat TypeComfortable, ergonomic

Standard Scooter HandlebarHandle TypeStandard

Motorcycle-grade frameFrame TypeCarbon fiber and Aluminum

Standard Scooter SwingarmSwingarm TypeBillet aluminum swingarm

—Clutch TypeNone (Direct Drive)

Engine & Performance

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

1750W (Peak varies up to 3000W in higher variants)Maximum Power244 hp

149 NmMaximum Torque220 ft-lb

3000 WPeak Power244 HP

Air-cooled (Electric system)Cooling SystemLiquid Cooled

ElectronicIgnition SystemElectric Start

Hub MotorEngine LayoutIPM liquid-cooled electric motor

ElectricStarting SystemElectric Start

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

Optimized via TTFAR SystemPower ConsumptionNot specified

2000 WMotor Power180 kW

Zero EmissionEmission StandardZero Emission (Electric)

72V SystemBattery PowerUp to 28 kWh (LFCS option)

Yes (Dashboard-based)Power Mode IndicatorYes

—Power-to-Weight RatioNot specified

Fuel & Mileage

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

150 kgLoad Capacity—

38 AhBattery Capacity15 kWh

150 kmRange188 miles

YesRange IndicatorYes

Up to 150 kmRange Per Charge (Eco)Up to 335 miles

~120 kmRange Per Charge (Normal)160–180 miles

~100 km (estimated)Range Per Charge (Sport)Not specified

—Low Fuel WarningBattery low indicator

Performance & Speed

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

60 km/hTop Speed218 mph

NoQuick ShifterNo

NoLaunch ControlNo

NoTraction ControlAvailable

—Acceleration (0-60)2.0 seconds

—Acceleration (0-100)5.5 seconds

Transmission & Drive

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

AutomaticNumber of Gears—

Electric MotorPrimary DriveChain drive

Hub DriveFinal DriveChain

—Gear PatternSingle speed

—Drive Chain/Belt TypeChain drive

Dimensions & Weight

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

1870 mmOverall Length—

760 mmOverall Width—

1155 mmOverall Height—

1300 mmWheelbase—

110 mmGround Clearance—

1155 mmSeat Height813 mm

137 kgKerb Weight225 kg

65.04 kgBattery WeightNot specified

—Gross Weight495225

Brakes & Safety

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

DiscFront Brake TypeDual Brembo T-Drive Fully-Floating Rotors

DiscRear Brake TypeSingle disc

NoABS TypeDual-Channel ABS

Yes (Energy Retrieving System)Regenerative BrakingProgrammable

YesAnti-Theft SystemTwo kill switches

YesCentral LockYes

YesRemote LockNo

YesHandle LockYes

YesSteering LockYes

—Front Brake Size320 mm

—Rear Brake Size240 mm

—Braking DistanceNot specified

Suspension & Handling

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

Hydraulic Shock AbsorptionFront Suspension TypeÖhlins FGRT inverted fork

Hydraulic Shock AbsorptionRear Suspension TypeBillet aluminum swingarm with Öhlins TTX36 Shock

NoAdjustable ControlsFully adjustable Öhlins suspension

14°Climbing AbilityNot specified

Wheels & Tires

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

90/80-12Front Tyre Size120/70ZR17

90/80-12Rear Tyre Size190/55ZR17

10–12 inchFront Wheel Size17 inch

10–12 inchRear Wheel Size17 inch

TubelessTyre Type—

Long-lasting rolling-resistant tiresTyre Life—

Aluminium AlloyWheel TypeForged Aluminum

AluminiumWheel Material7075 Forged Aluminum

Electrical & Battery

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

86%Motor EfficiencyNot specified

Long-lasting (TTFAR system)Motor LifeNot specified

Wheel HubMotor PlacementIntegrated motor and controller

Energy Retrieving ControllerMotor ControllerFluxVector Drive System

72VController Voltage300V

LongController LifeNot specified

72 VBattery Voltage380V

38AhBattery Rating—

800-1000 CyclesBattery Life—

No (likely fixed)Battery RemovableNo

YesBattery Health CheckYes

YesBattery Life IndicatorYes

YesBattery Management SystemYes

6-8 HoursCharging Time12 minutes to 80% (Fast Charge)

Standard EV PortCharging PortYes

ACCharging Input120-240V AC

YesFast ChargingAvailable

YesUSB ChargingNo

—Battery WarrantyNot specified

Lighting & Display

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

YesError Code DisplayYes

LED Three-lens HeadlightHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

YesDRL—

YesHazard LightNo

Digital LEDDisplay TypeDigital race data acquisition system

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

Battery IndicatorFuel Gauge TypeBattery level indicator

esClockDigital LCD

YesPass Light SwitchYes

YesSide Stand IndicatorNo

Technology & Features

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

YesTrip Meter—

—Mobile ConnectivityNo

—Bluetooth FeaturesNo

—NavigationNo

—Riding ModesMultiple modes (Eco, Sport, etc.)

—Parking ModeNo

—Reverse ModeNo

Comfort & Ergonomics

Yadea E8SAttributeLightning LS-218

32 LUnder Seat Storage—

—Wind ProtectionAerodynamic Carbon Fiber Fairings

—Pillion SeatSingle seat with lumbar support

—Pillion FootrestYes

—Pillion Grab RailsYes

—Footpeg PositionStandard

—Storage CompartmentsNo

Yadea E8S vs Lightning LS-218: Which one should you buy in Fiji?

The Yadea E8S and Lightning LS-218 are two popular motorcycles in Fiji. This side-by-side comparison covers engine, power, torque, mileage, top speed and weight so you can decide which one fits your riding style and budget. Better values are highlighted in the spec table above. Use the full specifications section to compare every technical detail before making your purchase decision.

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