EVTRIC Motors, a Pune-based startup, hopes that with the Rise, its newest electric motorbike, it will attract young, on-the-go riders to the brand. With a price tag of Rs 159,990 (US$ 2,045) the Rise is on the premium side of the brand’s offerings, but it certainly has the goods to back it up.
For starters, the Rise is powered by a
2,000W, BLDC motor mated to a 70V, 40 Ah lithium-ion battery pack. EVTRIC
Motors claims that the battery can charge from zero to full in just four hours,
via a standard electric outlet. When it comes to performance, the Rise is
capable of a claimed top speed of 70 kilometers per hour, or around 44 miles
per hour. Its range, meanwhile, is claimed to be 110 kilometers, or around 69
miles on a single charge.
Among the Rise’s features include a
built-in 10-amp micro charger equipped with smart charging technology. Similar
to how you iPhone knows when it’s already fully charged even when still plugged
in, EVTRIC’s smart charger works in a similar way, allowing you to maximize the
service life of the battery. Furthermore, said battery is removable, allowing
you to charge it off the bike, as well as the option of having multiple
batteries for longer trips.
As for pricing and availability, for the equivalent of US$ 2,045, you get yourself a decent,
no-frills, electric commuter. The bike offers a greener alternative to premium
100cc to 125cc commuter scooters, as well as a stylish package that's a tad on
the sporty side. It’s available in either Black or White paint schemes, with
EVTRIC accepting pre-bookings amounting to Rs 5,000, or the sum of US$ 64, per
current exchange rates.
