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Big Boy RFN SX E250

RFN SX E250 — current South African listing is the exact South African Big Boy off-road machine listing for RFN SX E250. off-road machine with a Lithium-ion pack, 0.5 kW rated motor and a claimed 80 km range. It is listed at R11,999, reaches 60 km/h in the supplied record and carries 300 kg of maximum payload where stated. Compare charging time, route distance, load, seating and support before purchase.

Riding characterClosed-course competition

Motocross machines are developed around jumps, loose surfaces and competition use. Service intervals, protective equipment, transport and road-registration status should be checked before purchase.

Best matched to: Motocross tracks, competition practice and race preparation
South Africa price fromR11,999Dealer-advertised vehicle price; final on-road quote may differ.
Claimed range80 km

✓ Lineup and price checked 1 October 2026 from Midlands Big Boy

Variant-specific AfriWheel overview

RFN SX E250 — current South African listing buyer overview

The exact derivative here is RFN SX E250 — current South African listing, the current South African listing for RFN SX E250. It is a battery-electric off-road machine at R11,999. Read this page as that derivative’s buying brief: equipment, operating limits, energy or fuel plan and support must match the unit offered.

Instead of a petrol tank, this model is organised around a Lithium-ion battery and 0.5 kW rated motor. The local record gives 80 km claimed range, 60 km/h top speed and 84.0 Nm. Compare distance, payload and charging access before comparing motor numbers.

This model pairs Electric drive with Chain final drive and a stated 240/360-minute charge pattern. Check whether the workday allows that recovery and whether the charging point is safe and accessible.

On paper this product measures 1900 × 1100 × 1120 mm and uses a 1320 mm wheelbase. At 490 mm, read the seat with saddle shape and suspension compression. The listed 150 mm clearance and 260 kg mass matter on ramps, tight yards and uneven ground.

The contact points are specific: 17-inch front, 17-inch rear, 90/90-17 and 110/80-17. Big Boy records drum braking ahead of drum braking behind. Work buyers should match the tyres to the ground and keep the load within its boundary.

Use the real job to test the fit. Big Boy records 2 occupant(s) and 300 kg maximum payload, so a commercial buyer should plan restraint, route width, turning space and recovery. A road rider should consider passenger comfort and secure luggage.

The useful running-cost question is not simply range. This record gives 80 km, Lithium-ion chemistry and 240/360-minute charge windows. Ask where it can charge, how the battery should be treated and when to stop rather than drain the pack.

As the exact RFN SX E250 derivative, RFN SX E250 — current South African listing should be compared by equipment and duty cycle rather than nameplate alone. Confirm what is included, whether the displayed body or battery configuration matches the stock unit, and how the dealer supports this reference.

Before accepting RFN SX E250 — current South African listing, match model name, propulsion, colour, price, equipment and warranty to the signed order. Check controls, tyres, brakes, lighting and any load area. For an electric unit test the charger; for a petrol unit check fuel and oil instructions.

For this record, the useful comparison line is a claimed range of 80 km. The product carries the recorded 2-person seating description and 300 kg payload value where supplied. If those figures do not fit the job, choose a different derivative instead of relying on informal modifications. Keep the decision tied to route, operator, expected load and support available in the area.

This exact RFN SX E250 — current South African listing record is priced at R11,999. Keep its model name, powertrain, seating, payload, range or fuel figure and equipment together when comparing it with another Big Boy listing.

Before collection, make a short acceptance list: identity, price, colour, equipment, controls, tyres, brakes, lights, manuals, warranty, charger or tools and any registration documents. Walk through it with the dealer and record exceptions on the handover. This makes the page’s technical facts useful at the moment when the buyer takes responsibility for the exact variant.

Colour and visible equipment can create confusion at handover. Confirm the exact finish, decals, racks, lights, seat, tray, battery case and charger or tools included in the price. Photograph the delivered unit and retain the invoice, manual and warranty details. That simple record makes it easier to resolve a mismatch between the variant ordered and the machine supplied.

A variant’s value is connected to its duty cycle. A work-focused configuration may justify a larger payload or a different body, while a commuter configuration may be easier to park and cheaper to run. State the daily job, distance, rider count and storage arrangement before choosing. If the configuration does not support that brief, changing to the correct derivative is safer than adapting it informally.

When this derivative is compared with a nearby listing, hold the two specifications side by side. Check the powertrain, wheel and tyre combination, brake hardware, seating, payload, charger or fuel system and price. Do not borrow a figure from a sibling model simply because the names look similar. The purpose of a variant page is to make the actual buying decision precise enough for a written offer and a correct handover.

Ask the dealer to explain how the exact variant is supported after delivery. Confirm service location, first inspection, consumables, battery or charger coverage where relevant, warranty exclusions and the route for obtaining parts. Keep those answers with the written quotation. The product is ready to buy when the paperwork, displayed equipment and operator’s understanding all describe the same derivative.

The best test is representative. Ride or operate the exact variant at the speeds, surfaces and load conditions that matter, within the permitted limits. Try the turning space, braking effort, control reach, access height and parking routine. If it is electric, connect the supplied charger; if it is a cargo or utility product, inspect how the load is restrained. This is where a family description becomes a practical choice.

South Africa derivatives

Variants and prices

Currency: ZAR
VariantTransmissionStatusObserved price
RFN SX E250 — current South African listing Specs shown See confirmed specificationsActiveR11,999

The model price label states the evidence basis. Registration, delivery, accessories, finance, insurance and promotions can change the final quote.

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Key specifications

RFN SX E250 — current South African listing

Power unit and performance

Motor type
500W
Motor location
Rear hub / axle
Rated motor power
0.5 kW
Peak motor power
3.0 kW
Motor maximum torque
84.0 Nm
Controller type
Electronic sine-wave controller
Motor cooling
Air-cooled
Electric claimed top speed
60 km/h
Acceleration 0 50 seconds
8 s
Acceleration 0 100 seconds
0 s
Gradeability
15 %
Riding modes
Eco / Normal / Sport
Reverse mode
false
Regenerative braking
false
Motor IP rating
IP67
Motor count
1

Transmission and final drive

Transmission type
Electric drive
Gear count
5
Gear shift pattern
1-N-2-3-4-5
Clutch type
Wet multi-plate
Primary drive type
Gear
Final drive type
Chain

Fuel, battery and efficiency

Battery chemistry
Lithium-ion
Battery nominal capacity
3.0 kWh
Battery usable capacity
2.7 kWh
Battery nominal voltage
72 V
Claimed range
80 km
Claimed energy consumption
50 Wh/km
Charging time 0 80
240 min
Charging time 0 100
360 min
Charger power
0.8 kW
Charging port type
AC proprietary
Removable battery
false
Battery swapping compatible
false

Dimensions and capacities

Overall length
1900 mm
Overall width
1100 mm
Overall height
1120 mm
Wheelbase
1320 mm
Minimum ground clearance
150 mm
Seat height
490 mm
Kerb weight
260 kg
Dry weight
250 kg
Gross vehicle weight
600 kg
Maximum payload
300 kg
Seating capacity
2
Turning circle diameter
4.6 m

Frame and chassis

Frame type
Tubular steel
Frame material
Steel
Swingarm type
Double-sided swingarm
Rake angle
26 °
Trail
95 mm

Suspension

Front suspension type
Spring Suspension
Front suspension travel
120 mm
Front suspension adjustability
Non-adjustable
Rear suspension type
Spring Suspension
Rear suspension travel
110 mm
Rear suspension adjustability
Preload adjustable

Brakes and rider safety

Front brake type
drum
Front brake diameter
260 mm
Front caliper type
2-piston
Rear brake type
drum
Rear brake diameter
220 mm
Rear caliper type
1-piston
ABS type
None
Combined braking system
false
Traction control
None
Side stand engine cutoff
false
Hazard warning lights
false

Wheels and tyres

Front wheel size
17 in
Rear wheel size
17 in
Wheel type
Alloy
Front tyre size
90/90-17
Rear tyre size
110/80-17
Tyre construction
Bias-ply
Tyre fitment type
Tubeless
Recommended front tyre pressure
200 kPa
Recommended rear tyre pressure
225 kPa

Electrical and lighting

Battery specification
Lithium battery 187.2 Wh
Headlight type
LED
Daytime running lights
false
Tail light type
LED
Indicator type
LED
Alternator output
180 W
USB accessory charging port
model-specific best-knowledge value

Instrumentation and connectivity

Instrument console type
Digital / analogue combination
Display size
3.5 in
Speedometer type
Digital
Odometer
false
Trip meters
1
Fuel or battery gauge
Fuel gauge
Gear or riding mode indicator
Gear indicator
Smartphone connectivity navigation
None

Ergonomics and comfort

Riding position
Upright
Handlebar type
Tubular
Seat type
Single-piece dual seat
Pillion seat
false
Pillion footrests
false

Utility and practicality

Rear carrier load rack
No
Under seat storage
0 L
Centre stand
false

Service and warranty

Vehicle warranty period
24 months
Vehicle warranty distance
20000 km
First service interval
500 km
Regular service interval
5000 km
Battery warranty period
0 months
Battery warranty distance
0 km

Emissions and compliance

Emission standard
Euro 3 / local homologation
Road legal homologation status
Road legal South Africa
CO₂ emissions
0 g/km
Stationary noise
88 dB(A)
Evidence-backed editorial

Highlights and fit

Pros supported by the local source

  • No unsupported pro has been added.

Who it may suit

Best for: a specialist motorcycle for a defined off-road use

Think carefully if: Confirm final included equipment, colour, warranty, service timing, delivery charges and operating permissions on the written quotation.

Value check: At R11,999, judge this exact derivative against route, load, rider fit and support.

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Common buying questions

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Primary sources and limits

Model identity, local category, derivative names and confirmed specifications displayed here were checked against Midlands Big Boy. Prices retain their documented source type, and AfriWheel does not silently substitute a foreign-market specification where a South African fact is missing.

Big Boy South Africa RFN SX E250 product page ↗Big Boy South Africa completed model and variant specification collection ↗Specification document ↗Accessed 1 October 2026Reliability tier 2