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On this auspicious day, Ola has launched its new motorcycles in EV category.

Lets go through each model.

India's leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer, Ola Electric, today launched its highly anticipated Roadster series, marking its entry into the electric motorcycle segment. Following the showcase of concept e-motorcycle models in 2023, the company has introduced three variants under the Roadster series - X, standard, and Pro - designed for urban commuting. Priced competitively between Rs. 75,000 and Rs. 2.50 lakh (ex-showroom), the Roadster series aims to redefine urban mobility.

Pricing

Visually, all three bikes are based on the roadster concept previewed by the company in 2023. Apart from the naked roadster silhouette, other common elements include sharp styling with a muscular body panel, which is further accentuated as you go up the model line-up. The bikes use a double cradle frame architecture and a flexible sub-frame that enables scalability. 

Deliveries for the Roadster X and Roadster will begin from January 2025

The Roadster Pro will come with a liquid-cooled system for the motor and battery pack, with a claimed range of up to 579 km on a single charge. The bike can go from 0-40 kmph in 1.2 seconds and has a top speed of 194 kmph. The max output here stands close to 70 bhp (52 kW) and 105 Nm of peak torque. 

All three bikes come with an integrated MCU, which Facilitates advanced features such as Hill Hold, built-in traction control and ABS modes. All three bikes come with battery packs featuring Ola's new 4680 cells for improved charge time and battery performance. 

Ola will next showcase its range of supersport electric motorcycles around Diwali 2024

Ola Electric also gave us a glimpse of its e-motorcycle roadmap, which also includes three more body styles – Supersport, Adventure and Cruiser, and all three series will be showcased in due course, starting with the two Sport bikes which will be introduced later this year around Diwali 2024.

The entry-level Roadster X is priced between Rs. 75,000 to Rs. 1 lakh

Starting with the entry-level model, the Ola Roadster X, this electric commuter will be offered in three battery pack variants – 2.5 kWh, 3.5 kWh, and 4.5 kWh, priced between Rs. 74,999 and Rs. 99,999 (ex-showroom). The model comes with signature LED headlamps, a 4.3-inch LCD display, telescopic front forks, twin shock absorbers at the rear, and 18-inch black alloy wheels. This particular model will offer a claimed range of up to 200 km and a peak power output of 14.7 bhp (11 kW). The bike can do the 0-40 kmph sprint in 2.8 seconds, before reaching a top speed of 124 kmph.

The mid-spec Roadstar e-motorcycle is priced between Rs. 1.05 lakh to Rs. 1.40 lakh

Next up is the mid-spec Ola Roadster, which again is offered in three variants – 3.5 kWh, 4.5 kWh, and 6 kWh, and priced between Rs. 1.05 lakh and Rs. 1.40 lakh. This version of the Roadster series comes with a more robust design with muscular likes and sportier styling. This particular electric motorcycle is loaded with features like – LED projector headlamps, a larger 7-inch touchscreen display, diamond-cut alloy wheels, and an aluminium subframe. In terms of specifications, the Roadster model offers a claimed range of 248 km on a single charge, with an output of 17.4 bhp (13 kW). Ola claims a 0-40 kmph time of 2.2 seconds and a top speed of 126 kmph. 

The flagship Ola Roadster Pro is priced at Rs. 2 lakh to Rs. 2.5 lakh

Finally, we have the Ola Roadster Pro, the company's flagship electric motorcycle from the Roadster series. This is offered in two variants – 8 kWh and 16 kWh, priced at Rs. 2 lakh and Rs. 2.5 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively. The bike will get more premium features like – upside-down (USD) front forks, an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS), and a big 10-inch touchscreen display. 

Ola Electric Unveils Indigenous Battery Cell

Ola Electric has unveiled its homegrown "Bharat" battery cell, a 4680 cell developed with over 70 patents. CEO Bhavish Aggarwal claims the cell is a significant step towards India's self-reliance in battery technology.

A recipient of the government's PLI scheme, Ola aims to ramp up cell production to 100 GWh by 2030. The "Bharat" cell promises five times more energy density than its current cells, enabling faster charging and potentially lower EV costs. The company plans to integrate the new cell into its products from April 2025.

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