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Ola Electric Roadster, India’s Futuristic Electric Motorcycle

The Ola Electric Roadster line (including Roadster, Roadster X, and Roadster X+) represents Ola’s first wave of electric motorcycles, designed to combine sporty performance, long range, smart tech, and modern features in an EV two-wheeler package.

Powertrain & Performance

  • Offered in multiple power and battery configurations from commuter-friendly to high-performance:
    • Standard Roadster and Roadster X variants with peak motor power up to ~11 kW (~15 hp) and higher for top trims.

  • Quick acceleration is a highlight e.g., 0–40 km/h in ~2–3 seconds on larger battery variants.

Top speeds can reach ~124–126 km/h on mid-range variants; Pro versions (Roadster Pro) target even higher speeds (claimed ~154–194 km/h).

Range & Charging

  • Range varies significantly by battery typical claimed ranges include:
    • ~248 km on a 6 kWh battery.
    • Up to ~500–579 km (claimed) on larger 9.1 kWh/16 kWh batteries.

  • Ola supports standard EV charging, with fast-charge capability depending on variant (larger battery packs charge faster at high-power stations).

Tech & Features

  • Large TFT touchscreen display, smart digital interface with advanced UI.

     

  • Powered by MoveOS 5 for connected features, voice assistant (Krutrim Assistant), cruise control, party mode, road-trip planner, and smartphone app integration.

     

  • Riding modes: Sport/Sports, Normal, Eco, Hyper (on higher specs).

     

  • Advanced braking systems with disc brakes and ABS (switchable on many variants).

Safety & Usability

  • Disc brakes front and rear, with sophisticated brak­ing tech including regenerative braking and brake-by-wire.

  • Adaptive Hill Hold and other ride-assist systems on several trims.

  • Comfort-oriented ergonomics and premium build quality aimed at both city and highway riders.

Pricing & Market Context

  • Official base pricing from the Ola website shows starting prices around ₹1,04,999 (ex-showroom) for standard models, ₹99,999 for Roadster X, and up to ₹1,29,999+ for Roadster X+ higher battery models.

  • Ola aims to expand EV motorcycle reach beyond scooters, blending performance with smart tech.

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