Sur-Ron Light Bee X
Light & Easy
55 kg, easy to handle, forgiving on mistakes. The bike most beginners start on. Good for forest trails and learning the basics.
Speed75 km/h
Weight55 kg
Torque250 Nm
DurationFull Day
DifficultyFor Intermediate
from40 000 ₸
Overview
This route follows the Ili River valley into the steppe. The destination is a wooden-and-stone fortress called 'Turkestan,' built in 2004 as a set for the film 'Nomad.' It was never taken down. The walls, watchtowers, and medieval houses are all still there, sitting in empty steppe with the Ili River nearby. The ride out is fast - open dirt trails with room to push the speed. Good photo spot. The fortress and the surrounding hills are fun to ride around. On the way back, the steppe opens up for a full-throttle return.
What to Expect
- Full-size movie fortress, still standing
- Fast steppe riding
- Ili River scenery
- Full-throttle ride home
Getting to the start
Transfer from Almaty to the route and back is included. We confirm the meeting point before departure.
What's Included
- Full set of protective gear
- Briefing and bike control training
- Full technical support
- Mountain herbal tea and lunches on long rides
- Expert guide along the best routes
- Transfer from Almaty to the route and back is included. We confirm the meeting point before departure.
What to Wear & Bring
Provided by us
Helmet, balaclava, body armor with arm protection, knee pads (worn over your pants), jersey, and gloves.
Enduro boots can be provided upon additional request.
Drone filming available on any route - just let us know when booking.
VIP option: ride 1-on-1 with your guide, choose your start time. Ask when booking.
What to Bring
Water, a windbreaker or jacket (depending on the weather), durable pants, and comfortable closed-toe shoes.
Bikes for this Tour
Every fleet bike can be chosen for this tour. The manager confirms availability for your date.
Sur-Ron Ultra Bee 2024
Best All-Rounder
Comfortable riding position, 440 Nm of torque, handles both easy rides and technical trails. The most popular choice across all levels.
Speed90 km/h
Weight85 kg
Torque440 Nm
Arctic Leopard EX800
800 Nm, 70 km Range
800 Nm on the wheel and a 75Ah battery. Built for long hard rides where you need torque and range. The go-to for full-day expeditions.
Speed90 km/h
Weight85 kg
Torque800 Nm
Arctic Leopard EXE880
Full-Size Electric Enduro
880 Nm at the rear wheel. Full-size suspension, 110 km/h top speed. For experienced riders who want everything the bike can give.
Speed110 km/h
Weight115 kg
Torque880 Nm
Sur-Ron Ultra Bee 2026
2026 model
The 2026 Ultra Bee can be chosen for any guided tour. Request this version when booking; the manager confirms availability for your date.
Arctic Leopard XT680
Guided rides
XT680 is part of our rental fleet. Choose it for a tour enquiry and tell us about your riding experience.
Arctic Leopard Clouded XE Pro S
Guided rides
Clouded XE Pro S can be chosen for any guided tour. The manager confirms availability for your date.
Tour Videos
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Rider Reviews
Reviews describe previous rides. The current route and experience requirements are stated above; your guide confirms conditions before booking.
"There's a full-size medieval fortress in the middle of nowhere, built for a film. Walls, watchtowers, the works. You ride across empty steppe for an hour, then it just appears. Felt like a video game."
Ержан М."Hot desert riding with historical stops. The Ili riverbank sections are gorgeous. Bring extra water and sun protection."
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