River Indie road test, review

The River Indie is a uniquely utilitarian, but premium take on the electric scooter.

Published on Apr 21, 2024 07:00:00 AM

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The 143kg Indie manages to shrink its size when you begin moving and feels quite sharp darting through traffic. The ride quality is good, with only the bumpiest roads able to make their way through. The front forks are a little on the firm side and you will feel some judder over Mumbai’s harsh roads, but in general, this is one of the most comfortable scooters out there.

The Indie feels larger and more spacious than any rival.

River could have gone for a softer setup, but the current one grants them a near-perfect balance between ride quality and handling, which is a fair compromise. Braking performance is surprisingly sharp but the MRF Nylogrip Zapper tyres do a good job of maintaining grip and never leave me wanting for more.