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Alibaba one wheel electric motorcycleThis electric motorcycle on a single wheel from Alibaba can attain a top speed of 48 kmph
In case motorcycles aren’t your cup of tea because they feel too safe for you then the upcoming example will surely be of interest to you. Chinese conglomerate Alibaba is known to develop some weird and out-of-the-world vehicles that run on battery. Recently, they revealed an electric motorcycle that rolls on a single wheel.
Sounds strange right when you think from the perspective of its dynamics. However, it seems to function properly without any hiccups. From the looks of it, this one-wheeled motorcycle seems a working equivalent of an electric unicycle with an un-functional equivalent of a small naked sports bike.
Alibaba one wheel electric motorcycle
Features & Specifications
The body is built on a conventional Steel Trellis frame and also gets a faux fuel tank. The designer needs to be commended sheerly for his/her efforts. From a certain angle and distance, this bike also resembles a certain Ducati. However, all is not well, as things start to get tight and nervy when the rider decides to hop on board and cruise it on roads.
The first notable mention is that this thing measures only 40 kg and hence, ride stability might not be its strongest suit. However, it does provide the rider with great agility. It receives 2 kW of power which offers a top speed of 30 mph (48 km/h).
Alibaba one wheel electric motorcycle
The batteries are located at a place where one would find a battery at a conventional electric motorcycle. The electric unicycle is powered by an electric motor paid with a 1.36 kWh of battery made by Panasonic.
The manufacturer claims a single-charge range of around 60-100 km. The company says it takes around 3-12 hours for its battery to get fully juiced up. These figures for a bike of this definitely look very optimistic.
Confusing Dynamics
One might wonder as to how to operate it smoothly as balancing such a thing is no small task. We suspect that like in a segway, the rider needs to lean forward or backward and the vehicle self balances.
Alibaba one wheel electric motorcycle
However, the strangest aspect of this electric unicycle is that its handlebar gets a brake lever which makes us scratch our heads. If it is indeed a self-balancing vehicle and the motor always speeds up or slows down depending centre above it, then applying brakes would throw the rider towards the front.
We would certainly like to learn more about this one-wheeled bike and its mechanisms in detail. It has been priced at USD 1,850 which is equivalent to INR 1.34 lakh. Mass-market commercialisation is still a far-off dream for such kind of mobility. At this price, a proper electric scooter or motorcycle would be our preferred choice. More

Komaki MX3 Electric MotorcycleThe Komaki MX3 electric commuter motorcycle features LED colour dashboard, Bluetooth connectivity and a hub-mounted BLDC motor
Komaki Electric Vehicle Division, a unit of bearing and shaft manufacturer KLB Komaki Pvt. Ltd., has kick started 2021 on a busy note. Within the first three months, the company has launched two high-speed electric scooters (TN95 and SE) and an electric motorcycle (M5), expanded its dealership network in Kerala, and now is gearing up to introduce its fourth high-speed product. The new Komaki MX3 electric commuter motorcycle has been unveiled ahead of imminent price announcement.
Komaki MX3
The Komaki MX3, unlike the M5, is a full-sized commuter motorcycle with regular 17-inch wheels. While the styling could be described as conventional but there is an underlying quirkiness. With a long seat, alloy wheels, telescopic front suspension, twin rear shock absorbers, and a box section swingarm, the Komaki MX3 adopts the proven commuter motorcycle formula. It is available in three colour options – garnet red, jet black and deep blue.
Komaki MX3 Electric Motorcycle
The battery is located in the place of a traditional IC engine and motor is a hub-mounted BLDC unit. Interestingly, the MX3 features a slightly larger rear disc brake rotor compared to the front one, and the company has revealed that the bike is equipped with regenerative braking as well.
Equipment
The Komaki MX3 electric motorcycle is equipped with LED headlamp, taillight and turn indicators. There is also a self diagnose and repair switch to enhance reliability, three speed modes which can be controlled by means of a switch, parking and reverse assist, fully digital colour LED instrument console, built-in Bluetooth speaker and so on.
Komaki MX3 Electric Motorcycle
Specifications
Komaki has not revealed the specifications of the powertrain but has announced that the MX3 will be equipped with a removable lithium-ion battery pack which is good enough for a range of 85-100 km. Charging the battery fully is estimated to consume 1 to 1.5 units of electricity.
Komaki MX3 Electric Motorcycle
The specifications of the BLDC motor has not been revealed yet but we estimate it to be rated at 3 kW. Top-speed is expected to be around 70 – 80 kmph. Komaki has not officially revealed the motor specifications of its existing products that are already on sale. There is no information about the warranty either.
Two wheeled EV market
The two wheeled EV market in India has been steadily gathering post lockdown as more and more people are inclined towards cheap-to-run means of personal mobility. As of now, this space is mostly crowded by startups with minimal or zero experience in mobility sector.
Komaki MX3 Electric Motorcycle
The critical components for the products are predominantly imported from China rather than being engineered and manufactured locally. The mainstream two wheeler OEMs seem to be still some time away from actively participating in this fast growing segment. More

Image – The Bengal RiderScooter sales continued to be buoyant, with top 10 registering 5.74% growth in February
As may be recalled, the top ten scooters had registered YoY growth of 5.26% in January 2021. In February, total sales of top ten scooters was 4,14,431 units. Sales during the corresponding period last year were 3,91,918 units.
Activa leads, but growth slackens
Honda Activa continues to be the most preferred scooter with 2,09,389 units sold in February 2021. However, YoY growth has turned negative at -6.09%, as compared to 2,22,961 units sold in February last year. Activa commanded a market share of 50.52% in February 2021. Activa leads by such a huge margin that even the total sales of remaining nine scooters does not equal Activa sales.
At number two is TVS Jupiter with 52,189 units sold in February 2021. YoY sales have improved by an impressive 66%, as compared to 31,440 units sold in February last year. Jupiter’s market share in February was 12.59%. The scooter is currently the second bestselling product in TVS portfolio, next only to TVS XL moped.
Suzuki Access comes third with 48,496 units sold in February 2021. YoY sales are down -3.21%, as compared to 50,103 units sold in February last year. Market share is at 11.70%. Access is currently the top selling two wheeler in Suzuki’s portfolio. It is ahead of other Suzuki two wheelers such as Burgman, Gixxer, and Intruder by a huge margin.
Best Selling Scooters Feb 2021
Honda Dio is placed at fourth place with 28,171 units sold in February 2021. YoY sales have improved by a modest 6.33%, as compared to 26,494 units sold in February last year. Dio market share is at 6.80%. In the company’s portfolio, Dio is the third bestselling product, trailing behind Activa and CB Shine.
At number five is Hero Pleasure with 23,106 units sold in February 2021. YoY sales have leaped by a whopping 173.93%, as compared to 8,435 units sold in February last year. Market share is at 5.58%. Pleasure is the top selling scooter in the company’s portfolio.
TVS Pep+ registers max percentage growth
In percentage terms, TVS Pep+ has max YoY growth at 1588.45%. It is placed at tenth spot in the list. Sales have zoomed from just 502 units in February last year to 8,476 units in February 2021. Pep+ market share is at 2.05%.

No
Top 10 Scooters
Feb-21
Feb-20
%

1
Activa
2,09,389
2,22,961
-6.09

2
Jupiter
52,189
31,440
66.00

3
Access
48,496
50,103
-3.21

4
Dio
28,171
26,494
6.33

5
Pleasure
23,106
8,435
173.93

6
RayZR
13,812
11,348
21.71

7
Destini
12,031
7,304
64.72

8
Fascino
10,228
25,709
-60.22

9
Burgman
8,533
7,622
11.95

10
Pep+
8,476
502
1588.45

–
Total
4,14,431
3,91,918
5.74

Other scooters in top ten include Yamaha RayZR (13,812 units) at sixth place, followed by Hero Destini (12,031), Fascino (10,228) and Suzuki Burgman (8,533). All except Fascino have registered positive YoY growth in February 2021.
Fascino sales have taken a big hit at -60.22%. Sales are down from 25,709 units in February last year to 10,228 units in February 2021. Destini sales are up 64.72%, as compared to 7,304 units sold in February last year. More

Detel Easy Plus ElectricDetel Easy Plus launch price announced at 40k at Ride Asia Expo 2021
Detel Easy Plus was launched today at a price of Rs 39,999. The company aims to offer sustainable mobility solutions at a disruptive price. The dream is one of endless potential if realised. Detel is fascinated by the prospect of a cheap bike.
In 2020, the company launched Detel Easy moped at a price of 20 grands. As years go by, one often reminisces days gone by. Entire generations began their two wheeler journey by taking advantage of any opportunity to ride a moped type two-wheeler. Those days are long gone, and most manufacturers have relegated the moped style of one not worthy of being carried into the 21st century.
Detel Easy Plus Electric
Fully charged in 4-5 hours
But with electric two-wheelers taking advantage of every push they can, mopeds are back. Given the right financial plans, rebates and government policy boost, electric low-speed mopeds could be in abundance before we realise. Detel Easy Plus has been showcased at Ride Asia Expo. The 40k price tag could help its cause. The B2C e-bike can now be pre-booked online from the company website. That’ll cost you 2 grands.
Detel Easy Plus ground clearance is pegged at 170 mm, enough to take on the mad melee of what defines Indian roads. This low-speed vehicle is powered by a 20AH lithium-ion battery. It’s lightweight. And can be fully charged in 4-5 hours. Single charge run time is listed at 60 kms.
Detel Easy Plus Electric – Specs
Detel Roadside Assistance
Detel e-vehicle depends on technology for performance and sustainability. Easy Plus features a metal alloy, powder-coated body, and tubeless tyres. This ensures it’s rideabiliy isn’t affected on varied road types. The company goes a step further and says it can be ridden on any kind of terrain, including in traffic jams in cities, and barely-there roads of rural India.
Detel Easy plus is available in various colour options. They include Metallic Red, Pearl White, Gunmetal, Metallic Black, and Metallic Yellow. Easy Plus load bearing capacity stands at 170 kg. The vehicle uses a 250 watt electric motor, and top speed is capped at 25 kmph.
Yogesh Bhatia, Founder, Detel said, “Detel is a homegrown brand for the masses, our vision is to be the most trusted low-speed two-wheelers manufacturer in India. We are offering a sustainable mobility solution to the daily commuting needs of an average user. We are poised to create a benchmark in India’s transportation space at the most economical price range. We are driven by our motto #DetelDecarboniseIndia and aim to deliver eco-friendly products to all our stakeholders that add to their lifestyle.”
Detel Easy Plus Electric
Detel Easy Plus e-bikes are sold with prepaid roadside assistance package pan India. In case of a breakdown, vehicle users can call on the dedicated toll-free number. Thereafter, a towing vehicle will be dispatched within a 40 km radius to a service point. After sales service parameters include service at home, pan India. More

Lenovo M2 Electric Kick ScooterLenovo first e-scooter M2 comes 350W ultra-strong motor paired with a 7.5Ah high-capacity battery
Business houses across the globe have realised the huge potential of the electric mobility industry. That’s why many corporate houses having no experience in providing mobility solutions until now are joining the bandwagon in developing electric vehicles (EVs) for consumers.
The latest example, in this case, being technology giant Lenovo as it recently unveiled its first working prototype of an electric scooter. Named M2, it is an electric kick scooter (EKS) that is slated to go on sale in Philippines from March 27, 2021. It has been designed to lighten the struggle’s people stuck in traffic during their daily commutes.
Styling
It also gives consumers an affordable option for owning a personal mobility solution during the ongoing pandemic. It has been developed as a possible solution for over congestion in cities, rising fuel expenses and fare hikes.
It adopts a simple and minimalist design which is quite stylish in its own sense. It has a compact shape with dimensions reading as 1,115mm x 515mm x 1,115mm in length, width and height. This makes it super easy to maneuver through heavy traffic.
Lenovo M2 Electric Kick Scooter
Lenovo electric scooter frame is made of Magnesium and Aluminium alloy which means it is extremely light and a three-second fast-folding feature makes it convenient enough to carry around in case there is no parking space. A few bright red accents here and there add a hint of sportiness to its sportiness.
Whereas a grey rubber foot mat and grips along with eight-inch wheels shod by honeycomb tyres add a nice dose of ruggedness. It has a load carrying capacity of 120 kg and can attain a maximum incline of 15 degrees which helps when traveling through steep roads.
Features on offer
It’s not just its design but also functionality that could attract consumers. M2 comes with a small LED screen installed on its handlebar that displays critical information such as speed, gear position indicator, range and battery capacity. The console can also be connected to smartphones or other accessories through Bluetooth or a smartphone app. Other notable features on the e-scooter from Lenovo are an enhanced battery holder, a folding switch and an ultra-bright headlight.
Lenovo M2 Electric Kick Scooter
Specifications
In terms of specs, the e-scooter is powered by a 350W ultra-strong motor which derives its energy from a 7.5Ah high-capacity battery. It can clock a top speed of 25 kmph and return a maximum range of 30 km on a single charge. It has been equipped with an intelligent battery management system to shield the battery from common issues such as overcharge, overcurrent, extreme temperatures and short-circuiting. The company claims a charging time of two to three hours.
The M2 has been priced at PHP 19,995 (roughly equivalent to INR 30,000) while an introductory offer price of PHR 16,995 (equivalent to INR 24,340) will be applicable to those who pre-book their scooters between March 18 and March 27. More

TVS ApacheMotorcycle sales continue to grow in February, registering YoY improvement of 8.72%
The YoY numbers are better than January when growth was at 3.32%. In February, the top ten motorcycles sold a total 7,69,252 units, as compared to 7,07,575 units in February last year. Overall, February sales numbers are a mixed bag, as five among the top ten have negative YoY growth.
Hero MotoCorp leads
Popular commuter motorcycles Hero Splendor and HF Deluxe continue to occupy the first and second slot in the list. Splendor sales are at 2,47,422 units, which is YoY growth of 14.98%. Sales during the corresponding period last year stood at 2,15,196 units. Splendor market share is at 32.16%.
In February, Splendor was among the motorcycles that received their 100 Million Edition versions. Hero MotoCorp recently achieved the 100 million production milestone and has launched 100 Million editions of some of its popular two wheelers.
HF Deluxe takes the second spot with sales of 1,26,309 units. YoY growth is down -28.23%, as compared to 1,75,997 units sold in February last year. Market share is at 16.42%.
Top 10 Motorcycles sold in Feb 2021
Honda CB Shine comes third with 1,15,970 units sold in February 2021. Sales have more than doubled, as compared to 50,825 units sold in February last year. Market share is at 15.08%. CB Shine is the second bestselling product in Honda Motorcycles portfolio; the first being Activa. Honda had hiked prices of CB Shine in January, making the drum and disc variants costlier by Rs 1,666 and Rs 1,762, respectively.
Next is Bajaj Pulsar with sales of 81,454 units in February 2021. YoY numbers have improved by 7.65%, as compared to 75,669 units sold in February last year. Pulsar market share is at 10.59%. Bajaj is expected to add two new products in Pulsar range – Pulsar NS250 and RS250. These will be based on KTM 250 Duke, sharing the same platform and engine.
At number five is Bajaj Platina with sales of 46,264 units in February 2021. YoY growth is 36.88%, as compared to 33,799 units sold in February last year. Platina market share is 6.01%. Bajaj recently launched new Platina 110 variant with segment-first ABS, priced at Rs 66k.

No
Top 10 Motorcycles
Feb-21
Feb-20
%

1
Splendor
2,47,422
2,15,196
14.98

2
HF Deluxe
1,26,309
1,75,997
-28.23

3
CB Shine
1,15,970
50,825
128.18

4
Pulsar
81,454
75,669
7.65

5
Platina
46,264
33,799
36.88

6
Classic 350
36,025
41,766
-13.75

7
Passion
34,417
34,797
-1.09

8
Apache
31,735
32,033
-0.93

9
Glamour
27,375
35,752
-23.43

10
Unicorn
22,281
11,741
89.77

–
Total
7,69,252
7,07,575
8.72

Classic 350 sales tumble
Other motorcycles in top ten include Royal Enfield Classic 350 (36,025 units), Hero Passion (34,417), TVS Apache (31,735), Hero Glamour (27,375) and Honda Unicorn (22,281). Of these, only Unicorn has positive YoY growth in February 2021. Sales are up 89.77%, as compared to 11,741 units sold in February last year.
Among the ones with negative growth, Glamour has registered max drop of -23.43%. Sales in February last year were higher at 35,752 units. Classic 350 de-growth was anticipated, as the next-gen variant is expected to be launched soon. New Classic 350 will utilize a new platform and engine and have features such as Tripper navigation. New colour options may also be on offer. More