The new
Hero Electric motorcycle is likely to debut at Auto Expo 2020 next month and it
has been partially revealed through spy photographs posted by carandbike. The upcoming Hero Electric motorcycle will carry
roadster-motorcycle styling. Thus, there will be no fairing on the vehicle. The
spy shots show a wide handlebar, which should deliver comfortable and upright
ergonomics. The bike seems to pack muscular styling along with a sporty, split
seat layout. Full-LED lighting hardware (headlight, taillight and indicators)
and a Bluetooth-enabled instrument cluster should be available as standard.
These features are available on almost all electric two-wheelers from major
brands.
The hardware specifications are on the
premium side as well, and we can clearly see upside-down telescopic forks at
the front. The rear will use a mono-shock suspension to perform the shock
absorption tasks. Anchoring department will comprise petal-type disc brakes on
both wheels. The brake levers are positioned on the handlebar (left for
rear/right for front). The mechanical specification will be announced at the
unveiling. However, the source report claims that the upcoming motorcycle from
Hero Electric will boast a top speed of 80 km/h and a range of 120 km. It will
be reportedly priced at INR 1.5 lakh.
The new electric motorcycle will be
manufactured at the company’s facility in Ludhiana, Punjab. The current
capacity of the plant in Ludhiana stands at 1,00,000 units per annum. The
motorcycle from Hero Electric will face competition from the Revolt RV series
and the Tork T6X (yet to be launched).
While Hero Electric is working on
expanding its product portfolio, Hero MotoCorp is planning to enter the
electric two-wheeler space. Hero MotoCorp is reportedly working on introducing
the Duet-E electric scooter in the Indian market. Major brands like Bajaj Auto
and TVS Motor Company have already introduced their respective electric
vehicles. Regular readers would know that Hero MotoCorp had showcased the
Duet-E electric scooter at the Auto Expo 2016.
