Torp TC500 VS TC1000 Controllers For Sur-Ron Light Bee

When comparing the plug-and-play Torp TC500 and TC1000 Controller upgrades for Sur-Ron Light Bee electric motorbikes, there are several factors to consider. The Torp TC500 is an excellent controller, especially when paired with a 72V battery upgrade. However, the Torp TC1000 is recommended if you plan on upgrading to a high-power motor in addition to a 72V battery.

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Torp TC1000 is currently the most power-dense controller for Sur-Ron / Segway. Compared to the TC500, the TC1000 can handle 2X more power and is only 30% larger in size. Both controllers are perfectly designed to fit the Sur-Ron Light Bee and Segway X260 e-bikes.

Torp Controller Power Comparison

Performance and community feedback speaks volumes. Torp's popularity has grown because they are the best controller upgrades for Sur-Ron and Segway electric bikes. The estimates below are used to compare the max power output of the Sur-Ron Light Bee stock components with Torp Controllers, most 72V battery upgrades, and the high-power TM25 Motor.

*The max power output is 5kW for some versions of the stock Sur-Ron Light Bee in sport mode.

Compare Torp Controllers: Specs & Pricing

See how Torp TC500 and TC1000 Controllers stack up against each other in terms of price and basic specs. Note: max power refers to their maximum capabilities, not the actual performance of each controller. In order to illustrate how Torp Controllers actually perform, we've evaluated them with stock and aftermarket 72V battery and motor upgrades as shown above.

	Torp TC500	Torp TC1000
Max Power	25 kW	50 kW
Max Phase Current	500 A	1000 A
Weight	2.2 lbs	2.87 lbs
Easy Install	20 min	20 min
Price	$1075	$1325

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