Overview
Just as Easy, Not as Big
Cutting back on car trips is a worthy undertaking, especially in these times of planetary peril. With its electric-assist motor and extreme hauling capabilities, our compact electric cargo bike Skid Loader invites those inclined to throw a leg over and wave their middle digits at downtown gridlock. Built for finding more ways to drive less and ferrying various materials to work, play, or wherever, we gave Skid Loader the utility of a long-tail and a manageable footprint that fits wherever a normal bike does.
Comfortable and compliant under load, Skid Loader also enjoys cutting loose without cargo. Engineered to ride and feel like a regular bike, its 27.5” wheel platform provides abundant tire options you don’t get from cargo bikes rolling on smaller wheels. And because it’s a Surly, we gave it ample tire clearance and built it for commutes that go from bus stop to bandit trail. We also gave all three frame sizes adequate standover and a dropper post to fit riders of assorted shapes and sizes. Furnished with useful accessory barnacles and internal routing for just about everything, Skid Loader’s scaled-down and feature-packed cargo frame removes the roadblocks between you and riding whenever the hell you want.
Features
100% Surly Chromoly Steel frame and fork, Natch tubing, double-butted main triangle, TIG welded, E.D. coated
Bosch Performance Line Cargo (smart system) with Purion 200 Remote, with four levels of ride assist
Three frame sizes (S,M,L) with dropper post and standover considerations
Internal cable routing for dropper post, brake, derailleur, and lights
Dedicated rear rack features M6 hardware and 100-lb. capacity (The maximum cargo capacity of the deck alone is 59lb (27kg))
Stable dual-leg kickstand and kickstand plate, plus mounts for fenders and a front rack
Fully tested and rated electric bike component set
Tire clearance: 27.5 x 2.8” without fenders
Front wheel stabilizer
Integrated headlights and taillights for extra visibility
Meets UL 2849, and UL 2271 certification
Specs
| Frame measurements (mm) | SM | MD | LG |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. Effective Top Tube | 570 | 610 | 650 |
| B. Stand Over | 695 | 732 | 745 |
| C. Reach | 399 | 425 | 450 |
| D. Stack | 598 | 625 | 653 |
| E. Total Seat Tube Length | 471 | 471 | 500 |
| F. Headtube Length | 170 | 200 | 230 |
| G. Headtube Angle | 68.0 | 68.0 | 68.0 |
| H. Seat Tube Angle | 74.0 | 73.5 | 73.0 |
| I. BB Drop | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| J. BB Height | 297 | 297 | 297 |
| K. Chainstay Length | 535 | 535 | 535 |
| L. Fork Length Axle to Crown | 417 | 417 | 417 |
| M. Fork Offset | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| N. Wheelbase | 1201 | 1239 | 1276 |
| Component measurements (mm) | |||
| Crank Arm Length | 170 | 170 | 170 |
| Handlebar Width | 718 | 735 | 735 |
| Stem Length | 60 | 70 | 80 |
Frameset
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Frame: 100% Surly Chromoly Steel, Natch tubing, double-butted main triangle, TIG welded, E.D. coated
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Color: Illegal Smile Green
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Fork: 100% Surly Chromoly Steel, Natch tubing, double-butted tapered fork blades, TIG welded, E.D. coated
Components
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Headset: Cane Creek Viscoset Upper / 40 Series Lower, 1-1/8″
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Seatpost Clamp: Surly Stainless
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Seatpost: Tranz-X YSP15 Dropper, 120 mm travel
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Stem: Kalloy 31.8
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Grips/Bar Tape: Velo Black
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Saddle: WTB Volt Medium
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Rear Rack: Surly Skid Loader dedicated rear rack, M6 hardware, 100-lb capacity (deck-only capacity: 59 lb / 27 kg)
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Handlebar: Surly Terminal
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Lights Included: Yes (AXA Nxt 60 Front, AXA Blueline Rear)
Drivetrain
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Front Derailleur: N/A
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Rear Derailleur: Shimano CUES U6000 GS
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Cassette: Shimano Linkglide LG300, 11-48t, 10-speed
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Drive Type: Mid-Drive
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Chain: Shimano Linkglide LG500
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Crankset: FSA CK-763, 38t
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Shifter: Shimano CUES U6000
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Brake Levers: Tektro HD-M750
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Brake Calipers: Tektro HD-M750, 4-piston
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Rotors: Tektro 180/180, 6-Bolt
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Assist Levels: Eco, Tour+, Cargo, Turbo
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Drive Unit: Bosch Performance Line Cargo (Smart System) with Purion 200 Remote
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E-bike Classification: Class 1
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Max Assist Speed: 20 mph
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Motor Torque: 85 Nm
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Max Motor Assist: 400%
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Battery Capacity (Wh): 545 Wh
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Battery Type: Bosch PowerPack 545, frame-mounted Lithium-ion
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Removable Battery: Yes
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Battery Power (Volts): 36V
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Battery Capacity (Ah): 14.4Ah
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Estimated Charge Time: 50% ≈ 1.8 hours / 100% ≈ 4.9 hours
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Charger Included: Yes, Bosch 4A charger
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Range Estimate: 15–50 miles depending on mode, rider weight, cargo, and terrain (Bosch Range Calculator)
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Gross Payload: 400 lb max (rider + cargo)
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Throttle: No
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Walk Assist: Yes
Wheels
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Front Tire: Surly ExtraTerrestrial 27.5 x 2.5″, 60 tpi, tubeless ready
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Rear Tire: Surly ExtraTerrestrial 27.5 x 2.5″, 60 tpi, tubeless ready
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Front Hub: Novatec 15 x 110 mm, 6-bolt, 36h
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Rear Hub: Novatec 12 x 148 mm, 6-bolt, 36h
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Spokes: 14 Gauge Stainless
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Rims: WTB HTZ Trail i35 27.5″, TCS 2.0
Weight
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Complete Bike: 60 lbs 15 oz (Medium)
Warranty
Register your purchase at Surly’s Warranty Registration.
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE SURLY SKID LOADER
This Surly product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for three years from the date of retail purchase of the product, subject to the limitations detailed below. Save your dated receipt for proof of purchase.
This warranty does NOT cover the following:
- Damage due to improper assembly or follow-up maintenance or lack of skill, competence or experience of the user or assembler
- Products that have been modified, neglected, used in competition or for commercial purposes, misused or abused, involved in accidents or anything other than normal use
- Installation of components, parts or accessories not originally intended for or compatible with bicycle as sold
- Damage or deterioration to the paint, surface finish, aesthetics or appearance of the product
- Normal wear and tear
- Labor required to remove and/or refit and re-adjust the product within the bicycle assembly
This limited warranty is expressly limited to the repair or replacement of a defective product, at the option of Surly, and is the sole remedy of the warranty. This limited warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the Surly product and is not transferrable. This warranty applies only to products purchased through an authorized dealer or distributor. In no event shall Surly be liable for any loss, inconvenience or damage, whether direct, incidental, consequential, or otherwise resulting from breach of any express or implied warranty or condition, of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or otherwise with respect to our products except as set forth herein.
This limited warranty gives the consumer specific legal rights, and those rights and other rights may vary from place to place. This limited warranty does not affect your statutory rights.
TO THE EXTENT NOT PROHIBITED BY LAW, THESE WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS INCLUDING WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
