In a world where there is much recognition of the urgent necessity for sustainable energy solutions, electric motor vehicles have gained immense popularity. Tesla was at the forefront of the movement; however, other brands such as those from India have entered into competition with one another to grab a considerable portion of this industry. With new government norms and rapid development in the Indian EV two-wheeler market, local brands have become prominent. In this blog, we will explore the electric bike landscape in India and key players in this industry:
Hero Electric:
One of the oldest and most recognized electric two-wheelers in India is Hero Electric, a part of Hero Eco Group. Owing to the fact it comes with numerous models to suit different price brackets it is popular among people.
Hero Electric Photon LP
Price: Rs 110,891
Motor Power: 1200W | 1800W
Battery Type: Lithium-Ion, 72V / 26Ah
Range: 90 km/charge
Top Speed: 45 km/h
Charging Time: 4-5 hours
Features: Digital Instrument Cluster, Combi Brakes, Telescopic Suspension, Alloy Wheels, Remote Lock & Anti-theft alarm, Regen braking system
Optima CX 2.0
Price: Rs 83,300
Motor Power: 1200W | 1900W
Battery: 2 kWh
Range: 89km/charge
Top Speed: 48 km/h
Charging Time: 4.5 hours
Features: Digital instrument cluster, parking brake, Telescopic Suspension, Regen braking system, USB charger, BMS for real-time update and diagnosis, combi brake system, side stand sensor, drive mode lock
Optima CX 5.0
Price: Rs 124,360
Motor Power: 1200W | 1900W
Battery: 3 kWh
Range: 135 km/charge
Top Speed: 55 km/h
Charging Time: 6.5 hours
Features: Regenerative Braking & Telescopic Suspension, Parking Brake, USB Charger, AIS 156++, Battery Safety Alarm, Drive Mode Lock, Side Stand Sensor, Combi Brake System
Ather Energy:
Bagnlore-based Ather Energy is renowned for its inventiveness and premium electric scooters. Their flagship models’ performance and clever features have raised the bar. Let’s discuss about its prominent models:
Ather 450X
Price: Rs 140,599
Motor Power: 6 kW PMSM motor
Battery Type: Lithium-Ion, 2.9 kWh
Range: 116 km/charge
Top Speed: 80 km/h
Charging Time: 5 hours 45 minutes (0-80% in 3 hours 35 minutes)
Features: 7-inch touchscreen display, Bluetooth connectivity, over-the-air updates, and regenerative braking.
Ather 450S
Price: Rs 115,599
Motor Power: 6.2 kW PMSM motor
Battery Type: Lithium-Ion, 2.9 kWh
Range: 115 km/charge
Top Speed: 90 km/h
Charging Time: 6 hours 36 minutes (0-80% in 3 hours 35 minutes)
Features: Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), Dual Disc Brakes, Deep view display, turn-by-turn navigation, park assist, Guide me light home.
Ather Ritza
Price: Rs 109,999
Motor Power: 6.2 kW PMSM motor
Battery Type: Lithium-Ion, 2.9 kWh
Range: 159 km/charge
Top Speed: 80 km/h
Charging Time: 5 hours 45 minutes (0-80% in 3 hours 35 minutes)
Features: Multiple riding modes, Bluetooth connectivity, front disc brake, skid control, auto hold, reverse mode,
Okinawa Autotech:
Over the years following its inception in 2015, Okinawa Autotech has emerged as one of the top two-wheeler makers specialising in India’s electric scooters; they provide several kinds of motorcycles that are aimed at people with different requirements and financial capabilities. As a result, they stand at an advantageous point where they can benefit from the rising demand for electricity-powered vehicles among Indians as this happens to be a trend that is just starting in the country with them fully participating.
Below mentioned are their most popular electric bikes:
Okhi 90
Price: Rs 186,006
Motor Power: 2500W BLDC motor
Battery Type: 3.6 kWh
Range: 159 km/charge
Top Speed: 74 km/h
Charging Time: 5-6 hours
Features: Keyless entry, parking mode, keyless entry, digitally readable speedometer with comprehensive battery voltage data, hydraulic telescopic front, and twin-tube technology double shocker at the rear
Dual 100
Price: Rs 119,085
Motor Power: 2500W BLDC motor
Battery Type: 3.12 kWh (Detachable)
Range: 129 km/charge
Top Speed: 60 km/h
Charging Time: 5-6 hours
Features: Remote On Function, Push type Driver & pillion Footrest, Parking Mode
i-Praise+
Price: Rs 122,955
Motor Power: 1000W BLDC motor
Battery Type: 3.6 kWh
Range: 137 km/charge
Top Speed: 56 km/h
Charging Time: 4-5 hours
Features: Central Locking with Anti-theft Alarm, Keyless Entry, Find My Scooter Function, Mobile Charging USB Port, Motor Walking Assistance (Front/Reverse Motion)
Bajaj Auto
Bajaj, a leading motorcycle manufacturer in India is known to be well-respected and managed to make an impact on the electric vehicle (EV) industry just by having one model in its catalogue. The company has demonstrated that it can blend innovative technologies into its rich heritage with its latest offering of Bajaj Chetak. By incorporating sustainability into its business model and making calculated decisions, Bajaj leads the electric vehicle market while still staying true to their famous heritage.
Bajaj Chetak
Price: Rs: 95,998
Motor Power: 4 kW BLDC motor
Battery Type: Lithium-Ion, 48V / 3 kWh
Range: 95 km/charge (Eco mode)
Top Speed: 70 km/h
Charging Time: 5 hours (0-100%)
Features: Digital console, keyless start, regenerative braking, and LED lighting.
TVS:
TVSMotorCompany with the TVS iQube has taken a great step in the electric car industry. This advanced electric scooter is a manifestation of the commitment of TVS to eco-mobility combining technology, sustainability and modern design all at once. Showcasing this commitment to green transport such as electric transport, the iQube has been set to redefine the electric vehicle industry.
TVS iQube
Motor Power: 4.4 kW hub motor
Battery Type: Lithium-Ion, 2.25 kWh
Range: 75 km/charge
Top Speed: 78 km/h
Charging Time: 5 hours
Features: SmartXonnect technology, TFT display, geo-fencing, and regenerative braking.
The Indian electric vehicle industry is going through a transformation with innovative designs for electric motorcycles that have features that meet the varying needs of several Indian customers. Major producers such as Hero Electric Company, Ather Energy Ltd, Bajaj Auto Ltd., Okinawa Autotech Pvt. Ltd., and TVS Motor Company have set exceptional benchmarks for the market.
Researching the most updated versions is pivotal if you are thinking about an electric bicycle so that you can invest for a long duration. It guarantees that there will be a promising future for sustainable transport as a result of swift developmental stages in terms of electric vehicles (EVs) within India.
