Range anxiety might finally be dead for motorcycle riders.
Helsinki based Donut Lab just stunned the crowd at CES 2026 with a tiny solid state battery that charges fully in five minutes. This tech is debuting in the new Verge TS Pro and it changes everything we know about electric mobility. The days of waiting hours for a bike to charge are officially over.
Breaking Down the Massive Leap in Battery Density
The biggest headline from the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas isn’t a flying car. It is a battery that fits in the palm of your hand yet powers a full sized motorcycle. Donut Lab revealed their new solid state battery cells boasts an energy density of 400 watt hours per kilogram (Wh/kg).
This number is massive when you compare it to current standards. For context, the batteries found in a Tesla Model 3 usually offer an energy density of around 125 Wh/kg. Donut Lab has effectively tripled the energy capacity within the same physical weight limit.
Engineers have struggled with weight on electric motorcycles for years. A heavy battery ruins the handling and balance of a bike. This new tech allows manufacturers to build lighter bikes that go much further.
The charging speed is the other game changer here.
A standard Level 3 fast charger takes at least 15 minutes to get a current EV from 10% to 80% battery. This new solid state tech hits 100% capacity in just five minutes. That is roughly the same amount of time it takes to fill a gas tank and buy a snack.
Verge TS Pro electric motorcycle with hubless rim motor black background
Why Solid State Tech is Safer Than Lithium Ion
Safety is just as important as speed. Solid state batteries are fundamentally different from the lithium ion packs we use in phones and cars today.
Traditional batteries use a liquid electrolyte to move energy between the positive and negative ends. This liquid can be flammable if the battery is punctured or overheats.
Solid state batteries replace that liquid with a solid material.
These solid electrolytes are usually made from three main materials:
- Sulfides
- Polymers
- Ceramics
Because there is no flammable liquid inside, these batteries are incredibly safe. They are far more resistant to damage during a crash. They also handle heat much better.
Heat is the enemy of battery life.
When you charge a battery very fast, it gets hot. This heat usually degrades the battery over time or causes dangerous thermal runaway. The solid structure resists this heat buildup. This allows for that super fast five minute charge time without ruining the battery lifespan.
Marko Lehtimäki, the CEO of Donut Lab, made their stance clear during the event.
“At Donut Lab, our answer on solid-state batteries being ready for use in OEM production vehicles is now, today, not later.”
Verge TS Pro Specs and Performance Details
The technology is exciting, but the bike housing it is equally impressive. The 2026 Verge TS Pro utilizes this new power source to deliver high performance numbers.
Verge has always been known for their futuristic hubless rear wheel design. The motor is actually in the rim of the wheel itself. This frees up the main body of the bike for these new batteries.
The specs for the new TS Pro are serious:
- Torque: 737 pound feet
- 0 to 60 mph: 3.5 seconds
- Horsepower: 136.8 hp
- Top Speed: 124 mph
Riders can expect to get about 217 miles of range in the city. Highway riding consumes more power, but it still manages a respectable 124 miles at high speeds.
This bike comes in classic white or black, along with five other vivid color options. The design remains sharp and aggressive, fitting the “Tron” aesthetic Verge is famous for.
For those who need even more power, the Verge TS Ultra is also available.
The Ultra model pushes the limits even further. It produces 885 pound feet of torque and rockets from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.5 seconds. That is hypercar territory on two wheels.
Pricing Costs and Release Date for Buyers
This new technology is not cheap, but it is available to order right now.
The Verge TS Pro starts at a price of $29,900. You can reserve one on the Verge website today with a refundable deposit of $100.
There is also an upgrade option for long distance riders. Buyers can pay an extra $5,000 for a high capacity battery version. This upgrade boosts the total riding range to an impressive 370 miles.
If you have the budget for the faster TS Ultra, that model starts at $44,900.
Delivery dates are still a bit loose. The company has promised a delivery window of “Q1 2026.” This means early adopters should see their bikes in the first few months of this year.
The shift to solid state batteries marks a turning point for the industry. We are moving away from heavy, slow charging bikes to machines that are lighter, safer, and charge as fast as you can drink a coffee.
The wait for the future of electric motorcycling is finally over. It is here, and it charges in five minutes.
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