Nowadays, electric bikes are gaining more and more heat because of zero running cost. This seems to be defining the future of next generation two wheeler auto fraternity for daily commuting.
With the rising price of petrol, many are preferring diesel instead. Even luxury carmakers like Porsche and many more are going the same way, while for two wheelers one can opt for plug in option by keeping apart the petrol heads. Plug in- Plug out is now developed on a large platform and is also doing well in most of Europe. Recently, we had also seen a superbike launched by an Italian manufacturer which runs on electric.
Hero, the No1. Indian electric bike maker is already selling its battery operated two wheelers throughout the nation (except Mumbai) and had received overwhelming response for the same. These two wheelers are free of petrol cost, pollution, noise, kick start, lubricants and clinching gears. One doesn’t need a license and registration for such tech smart wheelies. It can accommodate two adults at a time with an additional storage capacity of 20 – 25 liters. Overall, it runs more than 65 kms on a single charge of 6 – 8 hours at a top notch of 25 kmph – for low speed scooters and 45 – kmph for high speed scooters. It is already approved and certified by ARAI and can also bear the harshest Indian condition of -40 degree Centigrade to +60 degree Centigrade. Very few amount of electricity is needed to fuel it up which can be stored up for many days even when not in use.
Models which are available under the moniker of Hero Electric are as follows:
Maxi
Range per Charge: 70 km
Battery: VRLA 48V / 24AH
Wheel Size: 16 inch
Kerb Weight: 75 kg
Ground Clearance: 160 mm
Key Features:
Flagship model with sturdy design
Carry home battery set
Extra large foot board for storage
Optima
Range per Charge: 70 km
Battery: VRLA 48V / 24AH
Wheel Size: 16 inch
Kerb Weight: 82 kg
Ground Clearance: 140 mm
Key Features:
Attractive looks, rugged design, largest selling model
Comfortable – large seat and soft suspension
Stable and safe – Large wheel size
Zion
Range per Charge: 70 km
Battery: VRLA 48V / 24AH
Wheel Size: 16 inch
Kerb Weight: 74 kg
Ground Clearance: 160 mm
Key Features:
Sleek and aerodynamic design for complete balance and easy manueuvarability
Polycarbonate Headlamps for clear and wide night vision
Large wheel size for safer ride
Light weight for easy handling even in tighter places
Under seat large storage space
Wave DX EM
Range per Charge: 100 km (70 km option also available)
Battery: VRLA 48V / 33AH
Wheel Size: 10 inch
Kerb Weight: 117 kg
Ground Clearance: 140 mm
Key Features:
Long distance bike with 90 – 110 km range
Anti theft alarm
Odometer for clocking distances
Aerodynamic design with body integrated indicators
Mobile Charger
Cruz
Range per Charge: 70 km
Battery: VRLA 48V / 24AH
Wheel Size: 10 inch
Kerb Weight: 91 kg
Ground Clearance: 140 mm
Key Features:
Appealing and aerodynamic style
Odometer for clocking distances
Large seat and soft suspension for a comfortable ride
E-sprint (Hi speed)
Range per Charge: Power mode – 65 km, Economy mode – 85 km
Battery: VRLA 48V / 33AH
Wheel Size: 10 inch
Kerb Weight: 106 kg
Ground Clearance: 150 mm
Key Features:
High speed E-bike with dual mode drive (Power and Economy)
Mobile Charger
Odometer for clocking distances
Anti skid front disk brakes for efficient braking
Front telescopic suspension for smooth ride
Puncture resistant tube – optional
Photon (Hi speed)
Range per Charge: Power mode – 50 km, Economy mode – 65 km
Battery: VRLA 48V / 33AH
Wheel Size: 10 inch
Kerb Weight: 111 kg
Ground Clearance: 140 mm
Key Features:
High speed E-bike with dual mode drive (Power and Economy)
Polycarbonate Headlamps for clear and wide night vision
Aerodynamic style for balance and easy maneuverability
Front telescopic suspension for smooth ride
Front disc brake
Anti theft alarm
These electric scooters will be available from 27th Jan 2013 in Bombay at
Shri JaiJalaram Autocrafts, Shop no.2, Balrajeshwar Apt., Off Balrajeshwar Road, Mulund (W), Mumbai – 400080.
Contact: Himanshu Thakkar 9029074997, 9320074997.
