The Oben Rorr electric motorcycle was recently launched in India at a price of ₹99,999 (ex-showroom). The electric motorcycle will face rivals like Revolt RV400 and Tork Kratos R in the Indian market.
The Oben Rorr electric motorcycle (right) will take on rivals like the Revolt RV400 and Tork Kratos R.
Bengaluru-based EV startup Oben Electric recently launched its first-ever Oben Rorr electric motorcycle in India. The electric vehicle manufacturer claims that the 2022 Oben Rorr electric motorcycle will offer a range of up to 200 km on a single charge. Test drives of the Oben Rorr electric motorcycle are expected to start from May this year while customer deliveries will begin in July 2022.
Before that, here’s a quick look at the electric motorcycle and compare its price, features, and range to rivals like the Work Kratos R and Revolt RV400.
Oben Rorr vs Revolt RV400 and Tork Kratos R: price comparison
Oben Electric launched the Rorr electric motorcycle priced at ₹99,999. The price of the electric motorcycle goes up to ₹1,24,999 in states like Telangana. The price announced by the manufacturer of electric vehicles includes all incentives such as the FAME II subsidy or state subsidies. Therefore, the price will vary from state to state. From now on, Oben Electric will offer the Rorr in seven states including Delhi, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Telangana.
Compared to Oben Rorr, rivals like Revolt RV400 and Tork Kratos R are less affordable. The Revolt RV 400 electric motorcycle is priced at ₹1,23,999 in Delhi, compared to Oben Rorr’s price of ₹1,02,999 in the nation’s capital. In contrast, the Tork Kratos R electric motorcycle is priced at ₹1,92,499 in Pune. However, if the FAME II subsidy and the State subsidy are added, the price amounts to ₹1,07,999. It’s much less than the price of Oben Rorr ₹99,999 in Maharashtra.
Oben Rorr vs Revolt RV400 and Tork Kratos R: Feature Comparison
Oben Rorr offers a full LED circular headlight with integrated LED daytime running lights, LED turn signals and LED taillights as features. It has telescopic front forks and runs on black alloy wheels. The high-speed electric motorcycle is said to have a top speed of 100 km/h and comes with three riding modes – Eco, City and Havoc. On top of that, the Oben Rorr also has a 6.5-inch screen and a dedicated mobile app to use some of its features.
In comparison, Revolt RV400, this electric motorcycle features a slim design profile with various sleek aesthetics such as hexagon-shaped headlights. It also gets a dedicated mobile app called MyRevolt. It can offer information such as nearby charging stations and battery statistics, among others. The Tork Kratos R is also packed with smart features. These include geotagging, motorized walk assist, find my bike, collision alert and also a vacation mode.
Oben Rorr vs Revolt RV400 and Tork Kratos R: lineup comparison
Although it has not yet been tested in real life, the Oben Rorr electric motorcycle claims to have a range of around 200 km on a single charge. The electric motorcycle is powered by a 4.4 kWh lithium-ion battery coupled to a 10 kW electric motor. The electric powertrain produces 62 Nm of peak torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 40 mph in just 3 seconds. The battery is supposed to be fully charged in two hours.
The Revolt RV400 comes with a claimed range of 150km on a single charge. Powered by a removable 3.24 kWh lithium-ion battery, the electric motorcycle can be recharged with a 15 amp portable charger. The battery can replenish around 75% charge in just three hours. The bike reaches a top speed of 85 km/h.
By comparison, the Tork Kratos R electric motorcycle has a certified range of 180 km on a single charge. It is powered by a 4 kWh lithium-ion battery compatible with fast charging technology. The electric motorcycle can be charged up to 80% in one hour using a quick charger. It has a top speed of 105 km/h.
Date of first publication: March 23, 2022, 3:01 PM IST