'Oben Electric,' a new Bengaluru-based electric motorcycle start-up, confirmed that it has received over 17,000 preorders for its 'Oben Rorr' e-motorbike. The Oben Rorr was announced in March of 2022 with deliveries set to begin in November. However, the conditions led to the production process being delayed to December of 2022, with deliveries now beginning by March of 2023 to the 17,000 customers who preordered the motorbike.
The Oben Rorr is equipped with a 10 kW PMS electric motor that outputs up to 72 Nm of torque. This combines with the 4.4 kWh battery pack to deliver a max speed of 100 kmph and a range of 200 km per charge. As for the acceleration of the Rorr, it reaches 40 kmph from standing in just 3 seconds.
The Rorr retails for 99,999 Rupees, or roughly $1,230 USD.
Indian E-Bike Startups
Oben Electric Confirmed 17,000 Preorders for its Oben Rorr E-Motorbike
Trend Themes
1. Surge in Indian E-motorbike Demand - The confirmed 17,000 orders for 'Oben Electric's' Oben Rorr highlights the accelerating demand for high-performance electric motorbikes in India.
2. Rising Competition in Indian E-bike Market - Oben Electric's success attracts more startups to the Indian electric bike market, fostering a competitive and innovative market environment.
3. Increased Investment in Indian E-mobility Industry - The rapid rise of e-motorbike startups and demand highlights an investment opportunity in the Indian e-mobility industry, particularly for charging infrastructure development.
Industry Implications
1. Electric Vehicle Industry - The increasing demand for high-performance electric motorbikes in India suggests disruptive innovation opportunities in the electric vehicle industry in the country.
2. Alternative Energy Industry - The surge in demand for electric motorbikes highlights opportunities for innovation and investment in the alternative energy industry, particularly in battery and charging technology.
3. Transportation and Logistics Industry - The rise of the Indian e-mobility market and the subsequent need for charging infrastructure signals potential disruptive innovation opportunities in the transportation and logistics industry.