In a move that puts electric two‑wheelers back on the map, Raptee.HV has begun delivering its HV‑TEC platform motorcycle in Bengaluru. The first showroom opened in the city’s tech‑hubs, giving buyers a chance to touch a battery‑powered bike before they buy it.
The company has also established a dedicated service centre in 1st Sector, HSR Layout, staffed by four technicians and open Monday to Saturday. The centre aims to cut the waiting time for repairs and maintenance, a pain point for many EV owners.
Raptee.HV is targeting more than 100 bikes across Bengaluru and Chennai by November, a figure that reflects its ambition to capture a slice of the rapidly growing EV scooter market. The target also signals the company’s confidence that its supply chain can handle a surge in demand.
The motorcycle runs on the proprietary HV‑TEC platform and is compatible with the CCS2 public charging standard, meaning it can plug into the same infrastructure used for electric cars. The platform supposedly borrows some high‑performance tech from Raptee’s automotive ventures, but the company has yet to disclose power output or range.
How does this stack up? Competitors like Ather 450X offer 49 km/h top speed and a 60 km range, while OLA’s S1 focuses on affordability at 50 km range. Raptee’s lack of published specs puts it in a gray area, but the CCS2 compatibility could make charging more convenient for city riders.
Looking ahead, deliveries have already begun, but the brand plans to roll out the motorcycle across other metros by early 2025. Buyers should keep an eye on the announced price, battery warranty, and the rollout of a network of charging points that will determine the long‑term viability of the bike.