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      Kabira KM 4000 Electric Motorcycle Spied In Goa – Launch In Feb 2021

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      Kabira KM 4000 Electric Motorcycle
      Upon their launch, KM 3000 and KM 4000 will take on the likes of the Revolt RV 400, Okinawa Cruiser and Hero Electric AE-47

      Kabira Mobility recently announced that it will soon be launching two high-speed electric bikes in India next month. Named KM 3000 and KM 4000, production and development of these two electric motorcycles has been completely localised.
      A few days ago, the company started accepting bookings for the two bikes through its official website. Days ahead of its launch, a testing prototype of the bike was spotted testing in Verna area of Goa where one of the facilities of Kabira Mobility is located.
      Going by images of the test mule, it looks as if it was KM 4000 since it had a naked design and more upright and more pointed tail section than KM 3000 which is a faired motorcycle. Images are credit to automotive enthusiast Dhruvik.
      Design & Features
      Covered in white paint, it is difficult to point out any distinguishing element from the spied images. While it was difficult to spot any badging in the bike, the test rider was seen wearing a T-shirt with Kabira mobility and its logo printed on its back.
      Kabira KM 4000 Electric Motorcycle
      According to the launch announcement, both these bikes are fairly modern in their designs with sleek aerodynamic profiles. Both bikes will be provided with smart features such as a fireproof battery, park assist and more. To make them an appealing option to consider, Kabira will also offer Road-Side Assistance (RSA), fast charging and combi brakes.
      Specifications
      Details about these motorcycles are very sparse at the moment. Both these electric bikes will be powered by a DeltaEV BLDC Motor which will be good enough for a maximum range of 150 km on a single charge. A top speed of 120 kmph can be clocked by these bikes.
      Spy shots reveal that the front wheel gets dual disc brakes – something that is yet to be seen on an electric motorcycle in India. It also gets a digital console and upside down forks in the front. Rear suspension is taken care by a monoshock. More details about the bike are expected to be revealed at the time of its launch next month.
      Kabira KM 4000 Electric Motorcycle
      About Kabira Mobility
      Headquartered in Goa, Kabira Mobility is an electric vehicle start-up that has currently two manufacturing facilities in India- Verna in Goa and Dharwad in Karnataka. At the last edition of AutoExpo in 2020, the company launched six different models of electric scooters, one of which has been specifically designed for differently-abled riders. Range if all these scooters cater to the needs of executives, college students and last-mile delivery fleet.
      The company claims both the impending launches as “one of the biggest breakthroughs in 2021 for the Electric Vehicle Industry in India”. Theyhave plans to expand its footprint in the country and also go global in future. More

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      New Okinawa Electric Scooter Called Dual – Launch Price Rs 59k

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      Okinawa Dual Electric Scooter
      Okinawa Dual is a cutomisable B2B low-speed electric two-wheeler for wide-ranging applications

      Okinawa has introduced a customisable B2B Electric two-wheeler, Okinawa Dual. The product is designed to boost ‘services on wheels’ with its optimised dual loading capacity. Thus making a fret choice to deliver heavy items, including cylinders. Also, it’s designed for daily ecommerce deliveries, and more.
      The B2B Okinawa Dual electric two-wheeler is available at a price of Rs 58,998. Its product proposition lays in transforming the delivery sector and improve business efficiency for end users. Given its usability, Okinawa Dual can be customised as per customer business needs.
      Developed specially for the Delivery Service sector in India
      Its largest loading capacity makes it ideal for last-mile logistics. Dual loading capacity means one can load on the front and rear. The possibilities are endless – heavy hardware equipment, water cans, groceries, medicines, cold storage, etc. Okinawahas also designed customized accessories. They include Delivery Box, Stackable Crates, Cold storage boxes for medicines, Cylinder carrier, Lab on wheels, etc
      Okinawa Dual colour choices
      Okinawa Dual is available in two colours – Fire Red and Sunshine Yellow. Its sturdy build comes from a 70 percent metal body. 92 percent localization has already been attained at Okinawa.
      Okinawa Dual Electric Scooter
      This number should be at 100 percent by April 2021. Okinawa Dual gets power from a 250 Watt electric motor. Top speed is pegged at 25 kmph. Being a low speed unit means one doesn’t require a registration or driver’s license to use it.
      Specs for 55 Ah battery version
      Kerb weight is listed at 75 kgs. It features a front disc brake, and rear drum-brake. The 48W 55Ah detachable battery can be charged up to 80 percent in 1.5 hours. Full charge takes about 4-5 hours.
      Ride range is pegged at 130 km range on a single charge. The Li-ion battery pack facilitates fast charging. A prerequisite for B2B use. Comfort features include Remote on function, Side footrest, Hard Mat design, etc. Utility features include phone holder, charging port, water bottle carrier, etc.
      Specs for 28 Ah battery version
      Okinawa Dual for personal use
      Okinawa Dual for personal use features an additional push-type pillion. It runs on a lower 48V 28Ah battery that can be charged 80 percent in 45 minutes. Full charge takes 2-3 hours. Ride range is stated as 60 kms in single charge. 3-years warranty is available on the battery. And 3-years or 30,000 kms (whichever is earlier) warranty on powertrain.
      Jeetender Sharma, Managing Director & Founder, Okinawa Autotech, said, “With the rise of ecommerce and last-mile deliveries fueled by the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become imperative for businesses in the delivery segment to consistently innovate, reduce operational costs, and increase efficiency. Moreover, switching to electric vehicles is the environmentally positive change that individuals and businesses aim to pledge today.
      With our new electric two wheeler – Okinawa Dual, we aim to electrify last mile delivery for businesses in India. Marking our entry into the B2B EV segment, Dual is a one-of-its-kind scooter that is set to disrupt the market. We are certainly optimistic to capture a significant share in the market within the next two years.” More

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      Hero MotoCorp Production Crosses 10 Crores With New Xtreme 160R

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      Hero MotoCorp 100 Millionth Motorcycle Xtreme 160R with Pawan Munjal and Shah Rukh Khan
      Hero MotoCorp able to attain 100 million (10 crores) production milestone in FY21

      Name things larger than Hero MotoCorp’s 100 million two-wheelers. You get the gist. It’s a stat difficult to compete with. The two-wheeler manufacturer is capable of selling upward of 5 lakh units on a monthly basis at any given time as demand permits. Over time, Hero MotoCorp has increased the number of its manufacturing units. This in tandem with demand increase, and future sales projections.
      Demand is met through Hero MotoCorp’s 8 facilities. Of them, 6 are in India, and one each, in Bangladesh and Colombia. manufacturing plants in India are operational at Gurgaon, and Dharuhera in Haryana, Neemrana in Rajasthan, Halol in Gujarat, and in Haridwar. The 6th plants started ops in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh last year.
      Cumulative installed manufacturing capacity in India currently stands at 11.6 million units per annum. Production capacity is listed as follows – 1.7 mn at Haridwar, UK); 2.1 mn at Dharuhera, Haryana; 2.1 mn at Gurgaon, HR, 1.1 mn at Neemrana, Rajasthan; 1.8 mn at Vadodara, Gujarat; and 1.8 mn at Chittoor, AP. It’s newest plant will reach full production capacity in three phases.
      Hero MotoCorp growth story
      As early as 2014, Hero MotoCorp was on the path to 12 mn unit sales by 2020. This was later revised to 10 mn in unit sales by 2020. During the course, some targets have been revised. For starters, sales in export markets haven’t met targets projected earlier.
      Hero MotoCorp 100 Millionth Rollout – 6 New Editions Launched
      Consistently over the past 5 years, Bajaj and TVS have continued business in the domestic market with relatively lower sales than Hero MotoCorp. However, in the exports market, both companies have outdone Hero MotoCorp. Hero’s global footprint spans 40 countries.
      In the domestic market, Hero’s market share remains at half the total market owing to the success of its Splendor motorcycle range. Making it the largest single selling brand/motorcycle globally. Brand’s next five-year plan will see Hero MotoCorp introduce over 10 products each year. They include variants, refreshes and upgrades, and premium motorcycles.
      100 millionth unit a Hero Xtreme 160R
      It was earlier reported that Hero MotoCorp was on path to report 100 million units sold during FY21. That day has arrived. Dates of course are likely to have been shifted around a bit. This owing to the chaos of Covid-19 pandemic related outcomes through 2020.
      Hero MotoCorp road to 100 million production. 1 million = 10 lakhs.
      The 75 million mark was announced in 2017. The 50 million mark was reached in 2013. The last 50 mn units came in a period of only 7 years making Hero MotoCorp quite the unstoppable force. The company looks forward to yearlong celebrations to mark the momentous occasion.
      The occasion saw brand global icon Shah Rukh Khan visit the Gurgaon plant. The rollout of the 100th million unit. This was done at the Haridwar plant. The unit being a Hero Xtreme 160R. Consequently, the company has now introduced 6 special edition two-wheelers of its existing lineup. They are The Splendor+, Xtreme 160R, Passion Pro, Glamour (motorcycles) and Destini 125, Maestro Edge 110 (scooters) celebration editions. And will go on sale from February 2021. More

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      New Royal Enfield Bullet For Free – If You Finish This Plate At A Pune Restaurant

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      Offer – Royal Enfield Bullet For Free
      The ‘Bullet Thali’ is so named as the one who finishes it wins a Royal Enfield Bullet bike worth Rs.1.65 lakhs

      Bike lovers and foodies are all making a beeline to Hotel Shivraj, located in Vadgaon Maval, Old Mumbai-Pune Highway, Pune. The restaurant has put up huge banners and lined up 5 Royal Enfield Bullet 350 bikes on the verandah each to be given off free to the person who can go through an entire thali, aptly named “Bullet Thali”.
      The hotel owner, Atul Waikar, being a foodie and avid biker has put up this notice outside the hotel calling in biking aficionados to take part in this thali challenge. 5 brand new Bullet bikes, worth Rs.1.65-1.70 lakhs are also lined up outside the eatery ready to be presented to the person who can go through the Bullet Thali.
      The Catch
      The only catch line is, that to be declared a winner, the person has to go through a complete non-vegetarian ‘Bullet Thali’ consisting of 12 dishes made with 4 kilograms of mutton and fish in 60 minutes flat. As per the owner, about 65 thalis are sold every single day.
      Each thali which is priced at Rs.2,500 consists of 16 starters and a host of main dishes, comprising of surmai fry, pomfret fish fry, prawn biryani, sol kadi, chicken sukka, dry mutton, mutton masala and more.
      Bullet Thali is so big in size, that it needs 2 servers for serving to the table.
      Many have come and tried to finish this thali but have failed. Mumbai Assistant Commissioner of Police, Ashok Jadhav stated that he is going to try to finish this thali in the hope of winning a Bullet bike. A Pune medico, Dr. Reeana F. Irani, a foodie-cum-bike lover, has also said that she would be attempting this challenge.
      1 Winner Rides Away with Free Bullet 350
      Even as many have attempted this challenge and failed, one person from Sholapur has been successful in stripping the Bullet Thali clean. Last week, Somnath Pawar of Sholapur entered the restaurant and ordered the Bullet Thali.
      He was the cynosure of all customers as he polished off the thali in 1 hour and was handed over the Royal Enfield Bullet 350 as his prize. However, there are four more bikes to be won.
      This is not the first time that Waikar has come with such an innovative challenge. He started this eatery 8 years ago and currently offers the Bakasur Chicken Thali, Sarkar Mutton Thali and Pahelwan Mutton Thali and Malvani Fish Thali, each costing Rs.2,500. The Special Ravan Thali was a part of a challenge last year wherein the winner stood to take home Rs.5,000 on competing the thali and the bill also waived off.
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      Ola Electric On-boards Siemens For Building Scooter Manufacturing Facility

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      Etergo electric scooter image for reference
      With an eye on domestic as well as global markets, Ola Electric will soon begin production of its electric two-wheeler

      Towards that end, Ola has partnered with Siemens to build its manufacturing facility. Munich based Siemens is a leading industrial manufacturing company with operations in varied domains such as energy, industrial automation, infrastructure & cities and healthcare.
      Ola electric scooter manufacturing plant details
      Ola’s electric scooter manufacturing facility will come up in Tamil Nadu. With annual production capacity of 20 lakh units, it will be the biggest scooter manufacturing facility in the world. The company has already signed a MoU with Tamil Nadu government, which entails investments worth a staggering 2,400 crore. Once completed, the plant will generate close to 10,000 jobs.
      Ola’s manufacturing facility will be among the most advanced in the country. Its construction will be based on Industry 4.0 principles, which involve large scale integration of internet of things (IoT) systems and machine-to-machine communication (M2M). The key objectives are to increase automation, achieve self-monitoring by smart machines, and diagnose issues without human intervention.
      In case of Ola’s manufacturing facility, it will have close to 5,000 robots. These will be deployed across various functions to achieve the goals of Industry 4.0.
      Ola acquired Etergo Electric Scooter
      To ensure things work out as planned, Ola will be digitally testing its product and production processes using Siemens’ integrated Digital Twin design and manufacturing solutions. This digital validation will be carried out before the commencement of actual operations.
      Ola’s proprietary AI Engine
      To ensure seamless operations, Ola will be deploying its tech stack across the entire range of manufacturing processes. It will include Ola’s proprietary AI Engine that has capabilities to self-learn and optimise processes.
      This will ensure improved control and better quality throughout the entire manufacturing operations. It will be especially beneficial for implementation of advanced internet of everything (IoE) and cyber-physical systems.
      Ola also has plans to launch electric rickshaw. File photo.
      Material handling at Ola’s manufacturing facility will be fully automated. Everything from movement of raw materials and parts to their storage and dispatch of finished products will be handled by automated systems. Ola’s manufacturing facility will ensure optimal synergy between automated tools and human efforts to ensure the best outcomes in terms of efficiency and product quality.
      Ola will also be focusing on improving customer experience, right from buying the scooter to ownership and accessing repair and maintenance services. Ola Electric’s first product will be Etergo AppScooter, which will compete with products of other EV manufacturers such as Okinawa, Ather Energy, Hero Electric and Ampere.
      It will also be positioned as an effective alternative to the current breed of petrol powered scooters. Along with the Indian market, AppScooter will cater to the needs of other markets across UK, Europe, Latin America, Australia and New Zealand. More

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      350cc Motorcycle Sales Dec 2020 – Honda CB350 vs RE Meteor, Bullet, Electra

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      Image – Nikhil Gandhi
      Honda CB350 and Royal Enfield Meteor 350 domestic sales and exports in December 2020

      350cc motorcycle segment is dominated by Royal Enfield. Has been for the longest time. It’s only in recent years that there has been a continuity of new launches in the 300 – 400cc segment by other manufacturers. 350cc segment sales grew in December 2020.
      Royal Enfield’s contribution was just shy of 62k units. Of this, Classic 350 took the lion’s share at 39,321 units, up 35 percent from 29,121 units in December 2019. MoM wholesales were stable with November 2020 numbers reported at 39,391 units.
      Bullet 350 numbers were reported at 10,480 units at about 16 percent decline, down from 12,467 units. MoM growth is reported at 60.91 percent, up from 6,513 units at volume gain of 3,967 units.
      Meteor 350, the manufacturer’s newest launch saw sales reported at 8,569 units to surpass Electra 350. MoM growth was reported at 21.87 percent, up from 7,031 units. The latter accounted for 3,490 units at 4.15 percent decline, down from 3,641 units. MoM sales decline is reported at 4.15 percent, down from 3,641 units.
      350cc Motorcycle segment sales and exports Dec 2020 vs Dec 2019 (YoY)
      350 cc domestic wholesales in December 2020
      Honda CB350, also a fairly new launch saw wholesales listed at 1,564 units. MoM sales decline is reported at 61.54 units. This can be attributed to initial sales boost on account of new launch during the festive season.
      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 sales crossed 15k units in 2 months since while Honda CB350 sales are under 7k units in 3 months since launch.
      Together, 350cc wholesales for December 20 stood at 63,424 units at 40.23 percent growth. Volumes grew by 18,195 units, up from 45,229 units. MoM growth is reported at 4.85 percent for the 350cc segment, up from 60,492 units at volume gain of 2,932 units.
      Interestingly, both new bikes, Meteor 350 and Honda CB350 have garnered much public interest. While Royal Enfield has a steady sales source through its nationwide network, Honda is playing catch up. As the manufacturer has chosen to sell its 350 units from BigWing dealerships. Consequently, one can expect steady focus on this network being built at speed to cater to a wider market.
      350cc Motorcycle segment sales and exports Dec 2020 vs Nov 2020 (MoM)
      Also, this is the first time Honda has decided to tap into this segment for its Indian business. Considering a launch in late 2020 to maximise benefits of the festive season, the MY21 models are now available at a slightly revised price. Given that manufacturers have increased prices across entire product ranges starting 2021.
      350cc motorcycle exports from India
      Surprisingly, Royal Enfield’s 350cc exports for December 2020 were on the decline while Honda CB 350 gained. As a result, Honda CB 350 exports for last month topped the table at 510 units. In the export front, the bike will also head to Japan. MoM exports gained by over 400 units from 92 units the month prior.
      Classic 350 exports fell 27.44 percent, down from 328 units. MoM decline is reported at 67.26 percent, down from 727 units. Meteor 350 numbers stood at 94 units. MoM decline us reported at 62.55 percent, down from 251 units. No units of Electra or Bullet were exported in the period under consideration. More

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      Top 10 Two Wheelers Dec 2020 – Splendor, Activa, Pulsar, Classic 350

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      Hero Splendor
      Hero Splendor and HF Deluxe top the charts for December 2020 wholesales

      December 2020 two-wheeler wholesales grew 9.98 percent for the top 10. Total was reported at 8,16,056 units, up from 7,42,002 units. Volume gain stood at juts over 74k units. This helped further strengthen Q4 2020 sales, which began on a strong note. The festive season in 2020 gained momentum owing to a multitude of factors. This in addition to it being a traditionally high sales period.
      Deferred purchases, a wide range of finance options, and the need for safe commute helped two wheeler sales. Consequently, the three quarters of FY21 have seen incremental growth. Sales started at nought when all business operations were shut in March 2020 owing to Covid-19 pandemic.
      This meant the quarter starting in April was one of complete inactivity. Situations were further complicated owing to financial limitations owing to Covid-19 pandemic outcomes. However, auto sales set out strong and steady from mid-year to end the year with plenty of activity.
      Hero MotoCorp continues undisputed on top with 1,94,930 units of Splendor reported at marginal growth of .62 percent. Volumes grew 1,204 units from 1,93,726 units. In the top pool, Splendor accounts for 23.89 percent market share. Hero HF Deluxe took second spot at 1,41,168 units. Sales gain is reported at 1.6 percent, up 2,217 units from 1,38,951 units.
      Two Wheeler Sales Dec 2020
      Bajaj Pulsar reports maximum growth in top 10 list
      As always Honda Activa scooter sales opens innings for scooters. Growth was reported at 1.65 percent, up 2,178 units. Wholesales grew to 1,34,077 units from 1,31,899 units. Market share among the top lot stood at 16.43 percent.
      Bajaj Pulsar has been riding out the storm in confidence. Wholeales grew to just over 75k units, up from 50,931 units. Market share in the top group was just under 10 percent at 9.24 percent. Sales growth was at high of 48.08 percent at volume gain of 24,490 units.
      TVS XL moped pretty much the only two-wheeler of it’s kind saw sales of just under 60k units. This gave it 7.34 percent market share. Sales grew at 31.21 percent, up at 59,923 units from 45,669 units. Volume gain is reported at 14,254 units. In fact all 10 listings reported sales growth.
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      Top 10 2Wheelers
      Dec-20
      Dec-19
      1
      Hero Splendor (+1%)
      1,94,930
      1,93,726
      2
      Hero HF Deluxe (+2%)
      1,41,168
      1,38,951
      3
      Honda Activa (+2%)
      1,34,077
      1,31,899
      4
      Bajaj Pulsar (+48%)
      75,421
      50,931
      5
      TVS XL Moped (+31%)
      59,923
      45,669
      6
      Honda CB Shine (+10%)
      56,003
      51,066
      7
      Suzuki Access (+7%)
      40,154
      37,495
      8
      Royal Enfield Classic 350 (+35%)
      39,321
      29,121
      9
      TVS Jupiter (+6%)
      38,435
      36,184
      10
      Hero Passion (+36%)
      36,624
      26,960
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      Total (+10%)
      8,16,056
      7,42,002
      Royal Enfield Classic 350 sales strengthen
      Honda CB Shine wholesales were up by 9.67 percent. Numbers are reported at 56,003 units, up from 51,066 units at volume gain of 4,937 units. While Honda is keen on the idea of a new mass market commuter motorcycle to improve overall market share, Suzuki is heavily reliant on the success of its scooters in India. Suzuki Access sales grew 7.09 percent. Volumes grew to juts over 40k units, up from 37,495 units at volume gain of 2,659 units.
      Royal Enfield Classic 350 sales grew by about 35 percent. Numbers are reported at 39,321 units, up from 29,121 units at volume gain of 10.2k units. It’s market share in the top listing is at just under 5 percent. TVS Jupiter wholesales grew by 6.22 percent, up at 38,435 units from 36,184 units. Hero Passion completes the top order at 36,624 units. Sales grew by 9,664 units, up 35.85 percent from 26,960 units. Market share of the last 4 entries account for just under 5 percent each. More

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      Komaki Electric Motorcycle, Scooters Launch Price Rs 96k To Rs 99k

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      Komaki M5 Electric Motorcycle
      Komaki TN95 has been designed keeping in mind Indian families and their requirements

      In the recent past, we have covered a lot of new electric vehicles (EV) on our page and this trend is set to continue in the near future as well with interesting products with an electric powertrain in pipeline. Especially the two-wheeler segment has seen quite a few new launches in the past year.
      Komaki, a relatively new EV startup, has now launched three new high-speed electric two-wheelers in India. Out of the three- TN95 and SE are scooters whereas M5 is a motorcycle. TN95 and SE have been priced at Rs 98,000 and Rs 96,000 respectively while M5 electric motorcycle is priced at Rs 99,000. All prices are ex-showroom.
      Komaki M5 Electric Motorcycle
      Komaki M5
      The New Delhi-based startup is yet to reveal the full specifications of any of these models. Starting with the M5 which is the startup’s first high-speed electric bike. It also features a detachable lithium-ion battery which offers a claimed driving range of 100-120 km on a single charge. It has been made available in two colour options Silver and Gold and has a design that would primarily attract the youth.
      Komaki TN95
      Next in line is TN95, it is a high-speed e-scooter that has been developed keeping in mind the needs of an Indian family. It is offered with a large storage box mounted at rear. It also is provided with footrests on both sides of the scooter along with a metallic guard around its body.
      Komaki TN95 Electric Scooter claims to be the largest scooter in India
      The company claims a driving range of 100-150 km on a single charge with a detachable lithium-ion battery back. It is offered with features such as a full-colour digital display, on-board cruise control, park & reverse assist, regenerating braking system and a self-diagnosis switch.
      Komaki SE
      Third and final offering from Komaki is the second high-speed scooter of the company- Komaki SE. This scooter will be made available in four vibrant colours including Solid Blue, Metallic Gold, Jet Black and Garnet Red Colour. Komaki says that SE has been designed in such a way so that it could attract audiences across all age groups.
      For SE, the startup claims a single-charge range of about 100 to 120 km. It is also offered with features such as a full colour instrument display, parking & reverse assist, self-diagnosis switch and cruise control. It also gets the option of disc brakes on both ends.
      Komaki SE Electric Scooter
      Komaki is yet to announce details of the availability of its recently launched electric two-wheelers. Hopefully, in the coming few days we get to know more about specifications of each model and places at which they will be available. Komaki competes with numerous rivals in the electric two-wheeler segment such as Ather, Hero Electric, Okinawa, Revolt, Kabira Mobility and Batt:RE to name a few. More