Orxa Energies, the Bengaluru-based EV startup, has launched its first electric motorcycle, called the Orxa Mantis. First unveiled in 2019, the new electric motorcycle (+ 1.3kW Charger) is priced at Rs 3.60 lakh (ex-showroom, Bengaluru). The company is offering a 30,000km or 3 year warranty on the Mantis e-bike, battery and motor; however, the motorcycle is not eligible for FAME 2 subsidy.
Orxa Mantis Range, Top Speed
The motorcycle comes fitted with a liquid-cooled motor that draws power from an 8.9kWh fixed battery pack. The motor output stands at 20.5kW (27.5bhp) and offers a peak torque of 93Nm. It is claimed to achieve 0-100kmph in 8.9 seconds before hitting a top speed of 135kmph.
The Orxa Mantis is claimed to offer an estimated range of 221km (Indian Driving Condition or IDC cycle) on a single charge. The motorcycle is positioned in the same segment as the Ultraviolette F77, which has a larger 10.2kWh battery pack and has a claimed IDC range of 307km. The Mantis 8.9kWh battery pack can be charged from 0 to 80% in 5 hours, using a standard 1.3kW charger. It also comes with a fast charger, called the ‘Blitz’, which charges the battery in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Suspension & braking
The electric motorcycle is based on a segment-first all-aluminium aerospace-grade alloy frame and subframe. For suspension duties, the motorcycle gets a 41mm telescopic front fork and preload adjustable monoshock at the rear. The braking system comprises of a 320mm front disc and 230mm rear disc along with a single-channel ABS as standard. At this price point, Orxa Energies should offer USD front forks and dual-channel ABS.
The motorcycle has a kerb weight of 182kg, seat height of 815mm and a ground clearance of 180mm. It rides on 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped with Ceat Zoom tubeless radial tyres, which claimes to have more flexible side walls for better control while cornering.
Key Features
– 5-inch TFT display
– Smartphone connectivity
– Navigation & ride analytics
– LED lighting system
– Twin-projector LED headlight
– Regenerative braking system
– Ride-by-wire throttle control
– Side stand censor
The motorcycle is available in two colour options – Urban Black and Jungle Grey. The company reveals that the first batch of Mantis deliveries will begin in April 2024 in Bengaluru and the next batches will commence in July and October 2024.
