OLA Roadster X Electric Bike: Price Hike, Deliveries Begin, Test Rides Start – What You Need to Know

Ola Electric has officially begun the delivery of its much-awaited electric bike – the Roadster X – starting May 23. Here’s everything you need to know before making a buying decision.

🔟 Key Highlights:

  1. Deliveries Begin: Ola has started delivering the Roadster X in major cities from May 23, with test rides also available from the same day.

  2. Tier 2 & 3 Cities: For smaller towns and cities, both deliveries and test rides will begin in the coming days.

  3. Significant Price Hike: The price of the Roadster X has increased sharply compared to its initial launch pricing, raising concerns among potential buyers.

  4. Base Variant – 2.5 kWh:

    • Launch Price: ₹74,999

    • Current Price: ₹99,999

    • Real-world Range: 80–85 km

    • Top Speed: 105 km/h

  5. Mid Variant – 3.5 kWh:

    • Launch Price: ₹84,999

    • Current Price: ₹1,19,999

    • Real-world Range: 120–125 km

    • Top Speed: 118 km/h

  6. High Variant – 4.5 kWh:

    • Launch Price: ₹94,999

    • Current Price: ₹1,24,999

    • Real-world Range: 140–150 km

    • Top Speed: 118 km/h

    • On-Road Price: May go up to ₹1.35–1.4 lakh

  7. Roadster X Plus Variant:

    • Upgraded with 11 kW motor and disc brakes

    • Only available with 4.5 kWh battery

    • Current Price: ₹1,29,999

    • Launch Price: ₹1,14,999

  8. Subsidy Confusion:
    Many are questioning why the prices have jumped so much, especially when the FAME subsidy reduction was only ₹5,000.

  9. Same Features, Higher Price:
    Despite the price hike, features remain mostly the same – 7 kW motor, chain drive, digital console, and drum brake setup.

  10. Advice for Buyers:
    Always take a test ride before buying any electric vehicle – whether it’s from Ola, TVS, Ather, or others. Don’t rely on just specs – test the ride quality yourself.

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