There is activity in all sectors of the EV market in India. People seem to be lapping them all up, whether electric cars, scooters, or electric bikes. Initially, electric scooters started appearing on the roads and in the market. The wrong notion was that an electric vehicle meant a compromise in performance, dowdy looks, and modest speeds. The launch of electric bikes proved the above wrong. Suddenly we have performance electric motorcycles like the Ultraviolette F77 in our midst. Suddenly electric isn’t a boring word anymore. Apart from good top speeds and decent range, electric bikes have various features like smartphone connectivity, ABS, and multiple riding modes. So which electric bike should you buy? Look at the list of upcoming electric bikes and decide for yourself!
Top 10 Upcoming Electric Bikes in India
| Bike Name | Expected Launch Date | Range |
| EeVe Forseti | May 2023 | 100 km |
| Liger X Electric Scooter | June 2023 | 60 km |
| Liger X+ | June 2023 | 100 km |
| Emflux Motors Model One | June 2023 | 200 km |
| PURE EV EcoDryft | June 2023 | 130 km |
| Orxa Mantis | June 2023 | 200 km |
| Harley Davidson Livewire S2 Del Mar | June 2023 | 160 km |
| Evoke Urban S | September 2023 | 250 km |
| Hero Electric AE47 | October 2023 | 160 km |
| KTM Electric Scooter | TBA (2023 Expected) | 64 km (approx.) |
| Evoke Urban Classic | TBA (2023 Expected) | 250 km |
| Okinawa Oki100 | December 2024 | 150 km |
EeVe Forseti
EeVe is expected to unveil its new electric scooter in January 2023. The company is expected to showcase the scooter at the upcoming Auto Expo 2023. It will likely compete against prominent players like OLA S1 Air and others.
| Pros | Cons |
| Fast charging | Only 70 kmph top speed |
| Multiple riding modes | |
| Decent range |
EeVe Forseti Specifications
- Fuel Type Electric
- Charging Time 3-4 Hours
- Range 100 Km/Charge
- 60 – 70 kmph top speed
- Front Brake
- Automatic Brake System
- Adjustable Handlebars
- Motor Type: BLDC
- Body Type: Electric Bikes
- Front Brake
Options – Front Brake, Adjustable Handlebars, Suitable for adults and youngsters
Expected Price – Rs. 1 Lakh Onwards
Expected Launch Date – May 2023
Liger X and Liger X+ Electric Scooter
Liger X
The Liger X Electric Scooter was developed by Mumbai based startup called Liger Mobility. It is the world’s first auto-balancing electric scooter. The best part about the scooter is that the self-balancing technology has been developed in-house.
Pros and Cons – TBA
Liger X Electric Scooter Specifications
- Range of 60 km
- 65 kmph top speed
- Removable batteries
- LCD Display
- Auto-balancing (2 Riders up to 150 kg)
- Real Life City Range of 60 km
- Learner Mode
- Auto-balanced Reverse Mode
Options – Learn2Ride, FootFreeStop, ReverseRide
Estimated Price – Rs. 90,000
Expected Launch Date – June 2023
Liger X+ Electric Scooter Specifications
- Range of 100 km
- 65 kmph top speed
- Turn by Turn Navigation
- TFT Display
- Auto-balancing (2 Riders upto 150 kg)
- Real Life City Range 100 Km
- Auto-balanced Reverse Mode
- Learner Mode
Options – Learn2Ride, FootFreeStop, ReverseRide
Expected Price – TBA
Expected Launch Date – June 2023
Emflux Model One
Emflux Model One
Emflux One is India’s very first super electric motorcycle. It is being launched by the Bengaluru-based start-up Emflux Motors bike. Emflux for the first time was uncovered at Auto Expo 2018 and its production version Emflux Model One will be launched in June 2023.
Emflux Model 1 Bike Specifications
- Power by electricity
- Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h in just 3 seconds
- 200 km/h top speed
- Liquid-cooled technology
- Range of 200 km/charge
- 6.8-inch TFT instrument panel
- Built-in GPS navigation system feature
- Bluetooth
Options – Thirty to thirty-five minutes to get charge up to 80 percent of the battery, 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds. Designed with both women and men in mind.
Expected Price – Rs. 6,00,000 to Rs. 6,20,000
Expected Launch Date – June 2023
Pros and Cons – TBA
PURE EV EcoDryft
PURE EV EcoDryft
Pure EV, a Hyderabad-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer, announced its first commuter electric motorcycle, the ecoDryft, in December 2022. According to the company, the electric bike was created, developed, and manufactured in India.
Pros and Cons – TBA
PURE EV EcoDryft Specifications
- Pure EV’s commuter electric motorcycle
- Top speed of 75 kmph
- Range of up to 85 to 130 km
- Slim build with an LED headlight
- Load capacity around 140 kg
- 12 Degree Gradeability
- 3KWH Li Battery (AIS 156 Certified)
Options – Available in black, blue, red and white
Expected Price – Rs. 1,30,000 to Rs. 1,40,000
Expected Launch Date – June 2023
Orxa Mantis
Orxa Mantis
This bike, from Bengaluru based Orxa Energies, is a naked streetfighter which gives you 200 km on a single charge. It has a stack of 6 batteries which are swap ready and get charged in less than 3.5 hours using a 15A socket. This motorcycle has an electric motor with a peak power of 25kW.
| Pros | Cons |
| Good alternative to F77. | Costly |
| Great range of 200 km | No ABS |
| Disc brakes front and rear | Weak service network. |
Orxa Mantis Specifications
- 9kWh lithium ion battery pack
- 41 mm telescopic fork in the front and a monoshock in the rear
- Disc brakes on both ends
- Peak Power 28 kW
- Peak Torque 105 Nm
- Max Speed 140 kmph
- Acceleration (0-100 kmph) 10 s
- Regenerative Braking
- Range200 km/charge
- Charging Time 5 – 5.30 Hours 15 AH
- Motor Power 25000
Expected Price – Rs. 3 Lakh
Expected Launch Date – June 2023
Harley Davidson Livewire S2 Del Mar
Harley Davidson LiveWire S2 Del Mar
This bike has made a splash in global markets and will soon make its way here. Built on a versatile “Arrow” platform, this bike is powered by an electric motor which makes 81 PS and a range of 160 km within the city. This bike is light – less than 200 kgs, and will have an inverted front fork, disc brakes at both ends, rear monoshock and 19 inch front and rear wheels wrapped with LiveWire Dunlop DT1 tyres inspired by flat trackers.
| Pros | Cons |
| Harley badging and backing | Expensive at Rs 20 lakh |
| ABS front and rear | Availability issue |
| Strong Harley service network | Poor reputation of after sales service of Harley. |
Harley Davidson Livewire S2 Del Mar Specifications
- 0-60 in 3.5 seconds
- 160 km range in city
- Fuel Type Electric
- Kerb Weight 199.5 Kg
- Max Power 80.8 PS
Expected Price – Rs. 20 Lakhs
Expected Launch Date – June 2023
Evoke Urban S
Evoke Urban S
This electric motorcycle from the house of Evoke, looks promising. It has a range of 200 km per charge, and a battery capacity of 103.6V/2.9 Ah. It can hit a maximum speed of 140 kmph, has double disc brakes and tubeless tyres. All in all, a solid, promising vehicle.
| Pros | Cons |
| Good range on paper | Expensive at Rs 6 lakhs |
| Promising battery | Poor service network. |
| Double disc brakes, | No ABS |
Evoke Urban S Specifications
- This motorcycle uses a 400A DC Wave controller with regenerative braking to boost efficiency
- Electric motor is a 19kW high output hub motor which is air cooled and brushless
- The hub design facilitates better cooling
- 140 KM/h Top Speed
- 180 Min Time to 80% charge
- 250 KM City Range
- Smooth acceleration
- Low centre of gravity
- Upright riding position
- Combined Braking System (triple braking system)
- The Urban S has three riding modes. City, Pro and Eco modes. They offer tailored delivery.
- Includes a rear rider seat and foot-pegs
- 10.04 kWh Battery Capacity
- 175 km Mixed Range
- 5.9 seconds 0-100 Acceleration
Colour Options – Black, Red
Expected Price – 6.00 Lakh
Expected Launch Date – September 2023
Hero Electric AE47
Hero Electric AE47
Expect this bike to be launched by the end of 2020. It has a 4kW hub motor attached to a 3.5 kWh removable battery pack. The range in Eco mode is around 160 km while in Power mode it goes up to 85 km. The bike can reach a top speed of 85 kmph, with 0-60 kmph happening in 9 seconds.
| Pros | Cons |
| Reasonably priced | Lacks a premium look and feel |
| Decent range | Weak top end |
| Combi Braking System | No ABS. |
Hero Electric AE47 Specifications
- Inverted front fork
- 290 mm front and 215 mm rear disk with combi braking system
- Rear monoshock
- All LED lighting system
- Geo-fencing
- Walk assist mode
- Reverse mode
- Smartphone connectivity
- Real-time tracking
- Cruise control
- Range 160 km/charge
- Acceleration (0-60) 9s
- Motor Power 4000
- Brakes Double Disc
- Console Digital
- Battery Type Lithium-ion
- Fuel Type Electric
- Top Speed 85 Kmph
- Battery charging time 4 hrs
- Navigation
Options – Walk assist mode, Reverse mode, Body Type – Electric Bikes
Expected Price – 1 Lakh – 1.5 Lakh
Indicative Launch Date – October 2023
KTM Electric Scooter
KTM is gearing up to launch its first electric scooter in India. It will be based on the Bajaj Chetak. The electric scooter from KTM is likely to offer more performance. The scooter is expected to arrive at the upcoming Auto Expo 2023.
Pros and Cons – TBA
KTM Electric Scooter Specifications
- Quirky and futuristic
- Single sided swingarm design
- LED headlamps with DRLs
- LED turn indicators
- Fully digitised instrument cluster
- Built-in GSP navigation
- Smartphone connectivity
- Top speed > 80 km/h
- Range approximately 64 kilometers
- Front wheel: 220 mm disc brakes
- Rear wheel disc brakes
- ABS incorporated as safety measure
- 14 inches Alloy wheels and tubeless tires
- Charging time 2 hours
- Power – 11 kw (14.8 hp)
- Battery – Lithium (LFP)
Options – It will have 3 power modes – 10 KW, 5 KW, and 3 KW.
Expected Price – Rs. 1.50 Lakh
Expected Launch Date – TBA
Evoke Urban Classic
Evoke Urban Classic
This motorcycle has been spotted in India, cementing that Evoke will commence India operations soon. This is not the first bike from the Chinese bike maker. Not much is known in specifications, but little is known because it is quite an expensive product, which might not sit well in a price-sensitive market like ours.
Pros and Cons – TBA
Evoke Urban Classic Specifications
- 140 km/h top speed
- 90 min to 80% charge
- 20 kW peak power
- 250 km in-city range
- With a 30% increase (to 102 Ah) in capacity
- Fast Charge, Accessible Charge
- Built for the urban rider, the low centre of gravity creates stunning stability and smooth handling
- Stylish retro design
- LED lighting with classic 7″ round styling, boasting modern power
- High-capacity 10.04 kWh Lithium ion battery pack
- Digital Onboard Sensors
- Smart Battery Management Systems (BMS)
- Range (Mixed) 175 km
- Evoke Power 17“ x 6.0″ Air-cooled hub motor
- Frame Tubular Steel
- Wheelbase 1380 mm
- Instrumentation 5″ HD TFT Screen
- Brakes: Front Dual 4 piston, dual 300 mm discs, Rear – 2 piston, 220 mm disc, CBS
- Backlit switch layout and intuitive controls
Color Options – Wine Red, Midnight Black, Blue
Expected Price – 6.50 Lakh
Expected Launch Date – TBA
Okinawa Oki100
Okinawa Oki100
With a claimed range of 150 km, it is powered by a frame-mounted electric motor. The bike will get a telescopic front fork, rear monoshock, disc brakes on both ends with combi brake system. You also get smartphone connectivity and LED lights.
| Pros | Cons |
| Promising motor | Less range |
| Combi Brake System | No ABS |
| Reasonable price | Availability issue. |
Okinawa Oki100 Specifications
- Telescopic front and rear shock
- phone pairing
- LED lights
- Range 150 km/charge
- Top Speed 100 kmph
- Charging Time2 Hours
- Brakes Double Disc
- Tyre Type Tubeless
- Console Digital
- Battery Type Lithium ion
- Fuel Type Electric
- Wheels Type Alloy
- Low Battery Indicator
Options – Body Type – Sports Naked Bikes, Electric Bikes,
Expected Price – Rs. 1 Lakh
Expected Launch Date – December 2024
Well, that rounds off the electric bikes that are expected in India. So if you want to purchase a bike in the future, you have a lot of choices.