Cake Unveils New Backcountry Offroading Bike
The Cake Kalk Ink electric off-road motorcycle extends the Swedish brand's lineup into pure backcountry terrain. Based on the Kalk Or platform but reconfigured for enduro and trail riding, the Kalk Ink trades some road refinement for the kind of ground clearance, suspension travel, and traction hardware that technical off-road terrain demands.
Kalk Ink vs. Kalk Or: What Changed
Cake built the Kalk Ink on the same core architecture as the Kalk Or: same frame, swingarm, drivetrain and removable battery. The differences are calibrated for off-road performance. The suspension has been simplified for weight reduction, the wheels are heavier to handle rougher impacts, and the tire choice prioritizes grip on loose surfaces over road stability.
Specs: Torque, Ground Clearance and Endurance
The Kalk Ink produces 280 Nm of torque at the wheel and reaches a top speed above 80 km/h, sufficient for trail and enduro riding without the need for road-legal top speed. The 11 kW motor is paired to a 51.8V/50Ah removable battery, delivering up to three hours of riding in Explore mode, where speed is limited to 45 km/h for maximum endurance. Excite mode lifts the limit and gives approximately two hours; Excel mode opens the motor entirely for peak performance at the cost of battery life.
Ground clearance of 30 cm and up to 205 mm of suspension travel via upside-down MX spring forks make the Kalk Ink genuinely capable in rough terrain. The 19-inch aluminum rims wear deep-knobby tires suited for gravel, mud, and root sections. The total weight of 55 kg, with the 17 kg battery included, keeps the bike light enough to pick up after a tip-over.
Three Riding Modes for Different Demands
Explore mode caps speed at 45 km/h and stretches the battery across an extended riding session, suited for long trail tours where a consistent pace matters more than pace. Excite mode provides more power and accepts a shorter riding window of roughly two hours. Excel mode removes restrictions entirely and delivers the Kalk Ink's full performance for intensive track and enduro use, where battery life is managed in bursts rather than sessions.
Pricing and the Cake Lineup
The Kalk Ink launched at $9,500 with a single battery. An additional battery brings the total to $12,500, extending range effectively for riders planning full-day sessions. For those who want a more versatile Cake platform usable on both trail and road, the Cake Kalk electric motorcycle is available at TheArsenale, alongside the Cake Osa+ electric utility bike.
Browse the complete TheArsenale e-bike collection for the full selection of electric two-wheelers, from trail-ready off-road bikes to high-end urban commuters, and explore the broader e-bikes collection for the widest range.
