A timeless cruiser, reimagined for the future. The Maxim XS400 started it all, in a garage in Sandy, Utah, in 2010. Two motor sizes, three batteries, and the classic lines of Yamaha's 1976 slimline cruiser.
The structural adapter for the XS400, SECA and Ninja 250 is patented.
Order the 12 kW, 12 kWh build outright, or hold your place with the $200 Forever Deposit. Both open a secure Shandoka checkout. For the 15 kW motor, ask us for a quote.
When the Yamaha XS400 burst onto the bike scene in 1976, it was an instant classic. The small-capacity slimline cruiser was the perfect bike for new riders seeking the thrill of the open road, or experienced riders looking for an easygoing chopper for a lazy cruise. It's also where Shandoka began: our first retrofit was a Maxim XS400, built in a garage in Sandy, Utah, in 2010. Now we're giving the XS400 new life. Choose from two motor sizes and three batteries to build a bike that matches how you like to ride.
Do you dream of owning a classic motorcycle without the hassle of maintaining an obsolete engine? Now you can. Shandoka has done the hard part and designed a battery and drive system that makes it easy to upgrade for years to come. Put in a bigger battery or a more powerful controller, or go all the way with liquid cooling and chill plates. Our shop partners know how to keep you safe with this much power. We aren't building e-bikes. These are street-legal electric motorcycles.
The Yamaha SECA 400 was a variation built for track and street performance, with a six-speed transmission for better mid-speed gear selection and a higher top end, and a smaller front tire for nimble track response. Our patented retrofit turns that popular geometry into a modern electric motorcycle with boosted power and improved weight distribution.
| Fits | Yamaha XS400 DOHC, Maxim and SECA |
| System | Patented structural adapter |
| Motors | Two motor sizes |
| Batteries | Three pack options, upgradable later |
| Charging | Any household outlet |
Battery, controller and cooling can all step up later without starting over.
Any household outlet. No special installation for daily riding.
Built by us in Detroit or by a partner shop certified on the system through Shandoka technician training.
Add the DBB and see every cell while you ride.
No. If you have the bike, we convert it. If you know the bike you want, we'll help you source it. If you know how you want to ride and the style you like, we'll help you choose the bike and then source it.
There's a motorcycle type and a price point for everyone. The cost depends on the platform, the battery and motor you choose and how much custom work goes into it. Tell us what you ride, or how you want to ride, and we'll quote the build.
From any household outlet. You don't need a charging station for most daily riding.
We stand by our work and strive for the best quality and product choices from the information available at the time.
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