OSET TXP-20 & TXP-24 - new bikes and new mantra
By Team TMX on 14th Nov 23
Since arriving on the scene in 2006, OSET electric motorcycles have become incredibly popular on the youth trials scene especially at club level and in the brand’s own regional OSET Cup events. With that in mind, it’d be easy to imagine that the management team at OSET could sit back and watch the sales roll in while rubbing their hands together and laughing maniacally.
Fortunately for us trials fans, Ian Smith, the man who founded the company that was only recently acquired by Triumph, isn’t someone satisfied to let his lifework stagnate. Behind the scenes he’s been working flat out preparing to bring a pair of new models to market that are both technically and aesthetically improved over the previous versions and come with solid performance upgrades to boot.
The all-new TXP range comprising of TXP-20 and TXP-24 models, breaks new ground for the brand because not only can these machines be used as hardcore trials irons, as you’d expect, but can also be transformed into a more conventional style off-road motorcycle by simply fitting a seat unit that comes as standard with the bike. It’s kind of like a grown-up owning a 4RT Montesa and then being able to turn it into a 4 Ride with five minutes spent on the spanners.
The thinking behind this move is explained away in the name – TXP represents the words Trials, Xplore and Play. OSET is maximising the usability of their bikes so essentially a purchase of a TXP-20 or TXP-24 is a smart move as they’re a pair of high-functioning and incredibly tuneable multiuse machines that it’s possible to get double the enjoyment, and therefore double the value, from.
The TXP-20 is aimed primarily at children aged from seven to nine and offers a 13 per cent increase in battery capacity over its former model. A new and improved magnetic lanyard, combined with an impact rubber chin protector and new, ball-ended brake levers ensure this bike is competition-ready out of the box. It’s also a bike that sits happily in the boot of the car and gives parents the opportunity to transform it from a competition-winning trials bike to a seated bike in minutes.
The TXP-24 is aimed at pre-teens, teens, and adults. Every element of this bike has been improved over the old model, from 50 per cent more battery capacity, to double the power, to better handling and improved air suspension. In competition terms, the bike is capable of competing with 80cc fossil-fuelled trials bikes – the same as the original 20” OSET bike did in the 50cc class.
OSET TXP bikes deliver ultimate flexibility with controls that can be set to suit any level of ability and chassis setup options to meet the needs of an individual’s riding preference while maintaining the highest standards of safety. Key improvements across the range include –
- Dual seat option offers a choice of bike configurations, extending the appeal and delivering a bike that suits a wider range of riding environments.
- Double the power and increased torque provided by the all-new brushless motor.
- Intuitive and ultra-smooth power delivery from bespoke motor controller and software strategy.
- Latest technology lithium battery in a sealed unit provides up to four hours of runtime in normal use and rapid recharge times from only 90 minutes to 90 per cent.
- All-new optimised chassis with fully adjustable air suspension enables rapid personalisation for a range of riding abilities and sizes.
- Fully adjustable with parent lock to control speed, power and response settings makes the perfect, safe beginner bike through to competition-capable machines.
The drive system is more powerful and smoother. Featuring an all-new, brushless drive system, the bike delivers twice as much power over the championship-winning machine it replaces. Lithium battery capacity has also increased and completes a much more efficient system.
Improved geometry and fully adjustable air suspension at both ends deliver a better all-round feel and all-new OSET tyres help deliver more grip.
A new keypad control centre, which includes a parental lock function, offers easy, push-button adjustability of speed, power and throttle response limits, putting the safety of young riders at the heart of the bike’s technology. At the lowest settings, the bike will move at a walking pace, to safeguard novice riders, stepping on the bikes for the first time to ensure they feel in full control, as they develop new riding skills. For more experienced riders, with the limits increased, the bikes transform into high-power, competition-winning machines.
“You cannot underestimate the work that has gone into these bikes,” says founder and CEO of OSET bikes, Ian Smith. “We have analysed every single component to ensure we reach the highest standards of excellence possible with today’s technology.
“From frame to forks and battery to brakes we have researched and developed every inch of the bikes and are delighted to announce what really is a new generation of electric, off-road bikes.
“OSET Bikes is all about getting kids on motorcycles and having fun, whether they choose to compete in trials, to explore or simply to play. We understand that a traditional trials bike without a seat can feel like an alien concept, so we offer two entry points. The same bike will suit a back garden rider or a person competing at the highest level of trials competition. Simply dial it up or down and change the seat or trials unit to suit ability and adventure.”
“10 years ago we were responsible for dominating the British Youth Championship, resulting in combustion bikes simply disappearing from 50cc class youth competition. The TXP models take that heritage and deliver a complete game changer again!
“The writing is on the wall… and it says OSET!”
Tech Specs
OSET TXP-20
Frame: Tubular steel, powder-coated. Removable footpeg brackets and
Swingarm: Steel, with integrated chain tensioners and chain guide.
Front suspension: Triple crown air forks with 125mm travel. Rebound and volume adjustment.
Rear suspension: Air shock with 125mm travel. Rebound and volume adjustment.
Rims: Front: BC 20x1.60, 36h. Rear MC 14x1.60, 36h
Hubs: Front: 110x20mm Alu, 36h. Rear 152x12mm Alu, 36h.
Tyres: OSET Mega Gripper, Front: 20x2.50. Rear 14x3.25. Trials pattern.
Weight: Trials 39.4kg Xplore 41kg
Motor: 1400w 52v OSET BLDC with position encoder
Wheelbase: 1085mm
Ground clearance: 255mm
Seat height: Trials 545mm Xplore 700mm
Rider weight limit: 60kg
Charger: 52v, 10 amp. Sensing/balancing
Battery: 52v 20ah lithium. Sealed with LED status indicator
Battery run time: Up to 4 hours
Controller Settings: 4 x speed
4 x power
4 x response
Controller: 52v 1400w brushless controller with IP66 connectors
Handlebar: 640mm width, 38mm rise, 31.8mm diameter, 7075 alloy
Handlebar height: 930mm
Brakes: Two piston hydraulic disc. 180mm rotors
Footpegs: OSET factory steel with replaceable hangers
Brake lever: New, competition-ready rounded ball-end
Kill Switch: OSET magnetic kill switch with lanyard
Throttle: Dual sensing
Adjustment: Integrated keypad, with speed, power and throttle response adjustment.
Maximum speed: 20mph
OSET TXP-24
Frame: Tubular steel, powder-coated. Removable footpeg brackets and
Swingarm: Steel, with integrated chain tensioners and chain guide.
Front suspension: Triple crown air forks with 160mm travel. Rebound and volume adjustment.
Rear suspension: Air shock with 160mm travel. Rebound and volume adjustment.
Rims: Front: BC 19x1.60, 36h. Rear MC 17x1.60, 36h
Hubs: Front: 110x20mm Alu, 36h. Rear 152x12mm Alu, 36h.
Tyres: OSET Mega Gripper, Front: 19x2.75. Rear 17x3.50. Trials pattern.
Weight: Trials 49.1kg Xplore 50.7kg
Motor: 1600w 52v OSET BLDC with position encoder
Wheelbase: 1220mm
Ground clearance: 305mm
Seat height: Trials 635mm Xplore 810mm
Rider weight limit: 90kg
Charger: 52v, 10 amp. Sensing/balancing
Battery: 52v 28ah lithium. Sealed with LED status indicator
Battery run time: Up to 4 hours
Controller Settings: 4 x speed
4 x power
4 x response
Controller: 52v 1600w brushless controller with IP66 connectors
Handlebar: 780mm width, 38mm rise, 31.8mm diameter, 7075 alloy
Handlebar height: 1080mm
Brakes: Four piston hydraulic disc. 200mm front/ 180mm rear rotors
Footpegs: OSET factory steel with replaceable hangers
Brake lever: New, competition-ready rounded ball-end
Kill Switch: OSET magnetic kill switch with lanyard
Throttle: Dual sensing
Adjustment: Integrated keypad, with speed, power and throttle response adjustment.
Maximum speed: 24mph
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