Side-by-Side Comparison

Exploit Duck vs Lightning LS-218

Specs, mileage, performance & price compared in Thailand.

Exploit

Key Specifications

Exploit DuckSpecLightning LS-218

฿300,000Price฿1,420,000

850Engine (cc)—

2Power (hp)9999

95Torque (Nm)9999

16.0Mileage (km/l)—

1Weight (kg)9999

14Fuel Tank (L)—

7.8Rating9.5

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Lightning LS-218

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Full Specifications

Basic Information

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

V-twinEngine TypeIPM liquid cooled electric motor

ElectronicController TypeFluxVector Drive System

6-speedTransmission TypeDirect single speed drive

Wet, Multi-PlateClutch TypeNone (Direct Drive)

ChainDrive TypeDirect Single Speed Drive

ExploitBrandLightning

Exploit DuckModelLS-218

Exploit DuckBike NameLightning LS-218

2026Model Year2014

SportCategory/TypeElectric Superbike

USACountry of OriginUSA

USAAssembly LocationUSA

ProductionStatusAvailable

Black, White, RedColors AvailableNot specified

Lithium-ionBattery TypeLithium-Ion

Standard ACCharger TypeOn-board 3.3kw Charger with CCS Level 2+3

SingleSeat TypeComfortable, ergonomic

StraightHandle TypeStandard

AluminumFrame TypeCarbon fiber and Aluminum

Single-sidedSwingarm TypeBillet aluminum swingarm

Engine & Performance

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

850Displacement (cc)—

125Maximum Power244 hp

95Maximum Torque220 ft-lb

115Peak Power244 HP

2Number of Cylinders—

DOHCValve Configuration—

4Valves Per Cylinder—

88Bore—

62Stroke—

88x62Bore x Stroke—

12.5:1Compression Ratio—

LiquidCooling SystemLiquid Cooled

EFIFuel Supply System—

DigitalIgnition SystemElectric Start

V-TwinEngine LayoutIPM liquid-cooled electric motor

10W-40Engine Oil Grade—

7500Valve Adjustment Interval—

ElectricStarting SystemElectric Start

YesEngine Kill SwitchYes

0.4Power-to-Weight RatioNot specified

60V 1200WMotor Power180 kW

Euro 5Emission StandardZero Emission (Electric)

14.5Battery PowerUp to 28 kWh (LFCS option)

—Power ConsumptionNot specified

—Power Mode IndicatorYes

Fuel & Mileage

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

3.2Engine Oil Capacity—

14Fuel Tank Capacity—

18Fuel Economy—

16Average Mileage—

14Mileage City—

18Mileage Highway—

180Load Capacity—

14.5Battery Capacity15 kWh

350Range188 miles

YesRange IndicatorYes

400Range Per Charge (Eco)Up to 335 miles

350Range Per Charge (Normal)160–180 miles

300Range Per Charge (Sport)Not specified

YesLow Fuel WarningBattery low indicator

Performance & Speed

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

220Top Speed218 mph

3.4Acceleration (0-60)2.0 seconds

6.5Acceleration (0-100)5.5 seconds

YesQuick ShifterNo

YesLaunch ControlNo

YesTraction ControlAvailable

Transmission & Drive

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

6Number of Gears—

1-N-2-3-4-5-6Gear PatternSingle speed

GearPrimary DriveChain drive

ChainFinal DriveChain

ChainDrive Chain/Belt TypeChain drive

3000Chain/Belt Life—

Dimensions & Weight

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

2100Overall Length—

800Overall Width—

1150Overall Height—

1450Wheelbase—

150Ground Clearance—

820Seat Height813 mm

185Kerb Weight225 kg

205Gross Weight495225

4.5Battery WeightNot specified

Brakes & Safety

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

DiscFront Brake TypeDual Brembo T-Drive Fully-Floating Rotors

DiscRear Brake TypeSingle disc

320Front Brake Size320 mm

250Rear Brake Size240 mm

Dual-ChannelABS TypeDual-Channel ABS

8000Brake Pad Life—

36Braking DistanceNot specified

NoRegenerative BrakingProgrammable

YesAnti-Theft SystemTwo kill switches

YesCentral LockYes

YesRemote LockNo

YesHandle LockYes

YesSteering LockYes

Suspension & Handling

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

USD ForkFront Suspension TypeÖhlins FGRT inverted fork

MonoshockRear Suspension TypeBillet aluminum swingarm with Öhlins TTX36 Shock

150Front Suspension Travel—

140Rear Suspension Travel—

YesAdjustable ControlsFully adjustable Öhlins suspension

25Climbing AbilityNot specified

Wheels & Tires

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

120/70ZR17Front Tyre Size120/70ZR17

180/55ZR17Rear Tyre Size190/55ZR17

17Front Wheel Size17 inch

17Rear Wheel Size17 inch

RadialTyre Type—

PirelliTyre Brand—

12000Tyre Life—

AlloyWheel TypeForged Aluminum

AluminumWheel Material7075 Forged Aluminum

Electrical & Battery

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

95Motor EfficiencyNot specified

50000Motor LifeNot specified

MidMotor PlacementIntegrated motor and controller

SiemensMotor ControllerFluxVector Drive System

48Controller Voltage300V

100000Controller LifeNot specified

14Battery Voltage380V

48Battery Rating—

5Battery Life—

2Battery WarrantyNot specified

YesBattery RemovableNo

250Battery Replacement Cost—

YesBattery Health CheckYes

YesBattery Life IndicatorYes

YesBattery Management SystemYes

4Charging Time12 minutes to 80% (Fast Charge)

StandardCharging PortYes

110-240VCharging Input120-240V AC

YesFast ChargingAvailable

NoUSB ChargingNo

Lighting & Display

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

YesError Code DisplayYes

LEDHeadlight TypeLED

LEDTail Light TypeLED

LEDTurn Signal TypeLED

YesDRL—

YesHazard LightNo

LCDDisplay TypeDigital race data acquisition system

DigitalSpeedometer TypeDigital

DigitalOdometer TypeDigital

DigitalTachometer Type—

DigitalFuel Gauge TypeBattery level indicator

YesClockDigital LCD

YesPass Light SwitchYes

YesSide Stand IndicatorNo

Technology & Features

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

YesTrip Meter—

YesMobile ConnectivityNo

YesBluetooth FeaturesNo

YesNavigationNo

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

—Parking ModeNo

—Reverse ModeNo

Comfort & Ergonomics

Exploit DuckAttributeLightning LS-218

YesPillion SeatSingle seat with lumbar support

YesPillion FootrestYes

YesUnder Seat Storage—

—Wind ProtectionAerodynamic Carbon Fiber Fairings

—Pillion Grab RailsYes

—Footpeg PositionStandard

—Storage CompartmentsNo

Exploit Duck vs Lightning LS-218: Which one should you buy in Thailand?

The Exploit Duck and Lightning LS-218 are two popular motorcycles in Thailand. 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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