Auto Expo 2020- Look Out For These Electric Bikes With Best Mileage
Published On 27-Jan-2020 08:27:06
Though a little costlier than regular bikes, electric bikes promise to bring your overall cost to bear minimum
Rising fuel costs have forced automobile users to think about alternate fuel sources to keep their running costs in check. Love it or hate it, battery-powered vehicle manufacturers are making efforts to stand EVs neck and neck with the conventional vehicles. With every Auto Expo, the number of electric vehicles being showcased has increased, and the 2020 New Delhi Auto Expo promises to outnumber the previous Expos in EVs.
When looking for an electric bike, the buyer usually considers the full range with each charge, charging time and the price. Here we list some of the top electric bikes based on the above-mentioned features.
Okinawa i-Praise
Range: 160 - 180 km per charge
Price: Rs 1.23 lakh
Okinawa’s latest offering i-Praise+ is a tech-driven offering which is connected with your smartphone via Okinawa Eco App. You can track & monitor your driving style, location, speed, set reminders, locate the vehicle, get battery updates, etc. The sleek electric scooter gets a 3.3kwh Lithium-ion (detachable battery) which lasts from 160 to 180 km on a single charge. You get disc brake options on both the wheels with E-ABS (Electronic- Assisted Braking System) with regenerative energy. With a 175mm of ground clearance, the battery can be charged in 3-4 hours in standard conditions. Above all, it packs a lot of features including keyless entry, central locking with an anti-theft alarm, mobile charging USB port, motor walking assistance (front/reverse motion) and others.
Ather 450
Range: 75 km
Price: Rs 1.22 lakh
Bangalore-based Ather Energy stunned everyone at the 2018 Auto Expo when it unveiled the amazing Ather 450 electric scooter. With its clean yet premium layout, it appears just like a traditional scooter. It comes with a 2.4kWh lithium-ion battery which helps it return excellent power out of 7.3 PS and 20.5Nm of peak torque. The Ather 450 is fast and sprints from 0 to 40 kmph in a mere 3.9 seconds. With a top speed of 80 kmph, it offers a range of 75km on eco-mode. For quick charging of up to 80 per cent, it takes 2 hours and 40 minutes from regular home sockets.
Hero Photon 48V
Range: 70 km
Price: Rs 98,990
Falling under the premium range of electric scooters of Hero Electric, the Photon 48V offers a decent max speed of 45 kmph. Like other scooters, it comes with dual drive modes – Power and Eco. The former delivers a range of 80km whereas, with the latter, the optimum range of 110km can be achieved. You also get fast charging option with the Hero Photon 48V electric scooter. It comes with features such as wider seat, aerodynamic retro design, telescopic suspension, regenerative braking, fan-cooled charger, remote lock with anti-theft alarm and a three-year warranty.
Yo Xplor
Range: 70 km
Price: Rs 38,978
Simple design, slim proportions and affordable pricing are the highlights of the Yo Xplor. The electric bike does not require licence or registration. The VRLA deep discharge 48V/24Ah battery takes 6 to 8 hours to get completely charged. Propelled by 250W motor, it does a 70 km run on a single charge. However, its top speed is just 25 kmph. At 86 kg, it is also one of the lightest electric bikes available in India.
Avan Motors Xero Plus
Range: 60 km (110km with double battery)
Price: Rs 50,729
Launched at Rs 47,000, Avan Motors has been retailing its Xero Plus electric bike at a tag of Rs 50,729. With a top speed of 45 kmph, the Avan Xero Plus takes 2 to 4 hours to get completely charged. It offers a range of 60 km with a single battery and 110 km with dual batteries. Both the lithium-ion batteries are linked to a powerful 800 Watts electric motor. It has a maximum load-carrying capacity of 150kg. Front disc brakes, utility box, LED lights, superior suspension and safety stand are some of the key features of the Xero Plus.