River Indie electric scooter launched at Rs 1.25 lakh

    The River Indie has a claimed real-world range of 120km from its 4kWh battery.

    Published On Feb 22, 2023 03:22:00 PM

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    Bengaluru-based start-up River has launched its Indie e-scooter at Rs 1.25 lakh. The Indie puts practicality at the forefront with features such as expansive storage space, pannier mounts, front footpegs and crash guards. The River Indie is available in three colours – Monsoon Blue, Summer Red and Spring Yellow.

    1. First Indian e-scooter to have front footpegs, 14-inch wheels
    2. Boot space of 43 litres plus a 12-litre front glove box
    3. More affordable than Ola S1 Pro, Ather 450X, Bajaj Chetak

    River Indie e-scooter: battery, motor, underpinnings

    The River Indie has an IP67-rated 4kWh battery pack that's rated for a claimed real-world range of 120km. The River claims the battery can be charged to 80 percent in 5 hours using the standard charger. The mid-mounted motor on the Indie is rated for 6.7kW (peak) and 26Nm of torque and sends power to the rear wheel via a belt final drive, propelling it from 0-40kph in 3.9s and a claimed top speed of 90kph. The battery and the scooter both have a 5 year/50,000km warranty.

    The Indie is the first scooter to come with crash guards as standard.

    It has an accessible 770mm seat height and runs on 14-inch wheels (like the Yamaha Aerox and the Aprilia SR160) and has a telescopic fork/twin shock absorber (front/rear) suspension set-up. The Indie has a 240mm/200mm (front/rear) disc brake set-up, with CBS, and 165mm of ground clearance. It has a claimed gradeability (ability to climb inclines) of 18 degrees, which is less than an Ather 450X (20 degrees) but more than an Ola S1 Pro (15 degrees). 

    River Indie e-scooter: features

    The Indie has a colour LCD dash and the rider can toggle between three ride modes – Eco, Ride and Rush. A couple of other useful features include a side stand cut-off, reverse parking assist and 90-degree valve stems. River claims the Indie has the longest and widest seat in the segment.  

    River claims the Indie has the widest and longest seat in the class.

    The River Indie has a few novel features not found on other electric scooters such as crash guards and front footpegs. It also has two USB charging ports, one on the handlebar and one in the glovebox (which also gets a light). The Indie gets all-LED lighting and a host of add-on luggage options such as a 25-litre top box and a pannier set, which can hold up to 40 litres.

    River Indie e-scooter: price, rivals

    At Rs 1.25 lakh (introductory price), the River Indie undercuts the likes of the Bajaj Chetak, Ola S1 Pro and the Ather 450X but is more expensive than the TVS iQube S. Much like the Chetak and the iQube, the Indie is an electric scooter that’s geared more toward everyday usability than outright sporting ability like the Ather.

    The River Indie ships with the charger included in the price and can be booked on the company’s website starting today with deliveries slated to commence in August 2023. The company has plans to establish a fast-charging network but not this year. Currently, River will sell the Indie e-scooter in Bengaluru, with plans to expand to 50 cities across India by 2024. 

    Also See:
    River Indie electric scooter walkaround video

    All prices mentioned are ex-showroom, Bengaluru. 

    Would you pick the River Indie over the other more established e-scooters on sale today? Let us know in the comments section below. 

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    murari vyas - 651 days ago

    Can you please give the pricing of each of the additional accessories to get an idea - About how much more will a customer have to spend? Also, one doubt does getting a fast charger cost additional premium or does it come bundled...

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