New Delhi: In this era of electric vehicle adoption all over the world, not only the physically fit and healthy people can drive, but also the elderly and disabled people of India can reach their destinations by driving well. Special types of electronic scooties have already been launched by many companies in the Indian bike market for the benefit of the elderly and disabled, which are not only cost-effective but also very light and attractive. Let’s find out…
Ampere REO
This is a stylish model of the V48 brought to you by REO Ampere. It features fine shape, which makes it quite attractive. It is available in two battery options, lead-acid and lithium-ion. The REO gets telescopic forks at the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear. Braking is done by drum units at both ends. Powering the REO is a 250W BDLC motor, which draws power from a 48 V/24 Ah battery. With lead-acid batteries, the REO takes about 8-10 hours to fully charge and offers a range of 45-50 km, while lithium-ion batteries take about 5-6 hours to charge. The e-scooter has a top speed of 25 kmph and weighs 70 kg (lithium-ion) and 88 kg (lead-acid). The REO comes with a two-year warranty and is offered with a choice of five color options: black, red, white, green and yellow. X ex-showroom prices start at Rs.61,993.
Ampere REO Highlights
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Riding range: 45-50 km
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Maximum speed: 25 kmph
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Curb weight is 88 kg
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Battery charging time: 8-10 hours
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Rated power: 250W
Okinawa R30
The Okinawa R30 electric scooter has a 48V detachable lithium-ion battery with a 250W BLDC motor. With this, this scooter can give a range of 60 km after a full charge. The top speed of this scooter is also 25 kmph. You don’t need a license to run it. Fully digital instrument console, electronic-assisted braking system are available on this scooter. Its price starts from 61,534 ex-showroom.
Okinawa R30 Highlights
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Rated Range: 60 km
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Maximum speed: 25 kmph
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Battery charging rate: 4-5 hours
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Rated power: 250W
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Seat height: 735 mm
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Max power: 250W
Okinawa Light
Okinawa Line takes 5 hours to fully charge. Once fully charged, you can drive it at a maximum speed of 25 kmph. Customers will get micro charger, push-button start/stop, front disc brake with auto-cut function in this scooter. Ex-showroom prices start at Rs 67,006.
Highlights of Okinawa Lights
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Riding Range: 60 km
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Maximum speed: 25 kmph
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Battery charging time: 4-5 hours
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Rated passer: 250 watts
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Seat height: 740 mm
Komaki XGT X5
The Komaki XGT-X5 electric scooter for the elderly and differently-abled has been launched in India at Rs 72,500 for the VRLA gel battery variant and Rs 90,500 for the lithium-ion battery pack variant (ex-showroom Delhi). The electric scooter comes with a twin rear wheel setup with dual shock absorbers and a single front wheel hanging on telescopic forks. Braking is done by discs at both ends. The e-scooter is powered by a 60V/72V electric motor, connected to a 20-30Ah lithium-ion or VRLA gel battery. The lithium-ion battery pack takes around 4-5 hours to charge, while the VRLA variant takes up to 6-8 hours to charge. Both the electric scooters offer an estimated range of around 80-90 km. As a unique electric scooter specially designed for the elderly and physically challenged, the Komaki XGT-X5 has no rival.
Highlights of Komaki XGT X5
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Range: 80-90 km/charge
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Charging time: 6-8 hours
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Front Brake Disc: Rear Brake Disc
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Body Type: Electric Bike