KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Urban Black and Jungle Grey colour options
- 5-inch digital TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity
- Powered by a liquid-cooled electric motor with a peak power output of 20.5 kW and 93 Nm torque
- Deliveries are expected to begin in Bengaluru by April 2024
Exciting news from Orxa Energies! They've just revealed the ready-for-action edition of their Mantis electric bike, tagged at a reasonable Rs 3.6 lakh (ex-showroom, Bengaluru), charger included. Ready to roll, you can secure yours by placing an order on their website. And here's a sweet deal the first 1000 customers can reserve theirs for just Rs 10,000, with a still-affordable Rs 25,000 for the rest.
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Orxa Mantis - Colour, Design, And Features!
The Orxa Mantis offers a choice between two stylish colours Urban Black and Jungle Grey. Crafted with precision on an aerospace-grade alloy frame, this electric wonder is not just a bike; it's an experience. The side view flaunts sleek, edgy panels, adding a touch of sportiness to its demeanour. Up front, Mantis-inspired twin projector LED headlights light up the path, while the rear borrows sleek aesthetics from the cool street-naked ICE motorcycles in the market.
Speaking of dimensions, it's got a wheelbase that stretches out to 1450mm, a seat height at a comfy 815mm, and a ground clearance of 180mm. Oh, and when it comes to weight, it tips the scales at 182kg. Smooth rides, stylish looks the Orxa Mantis, is a real head-turner and road-churner, much like the prototype that wowed everyone at the 2022 Indian Bike Week.
Let's talk features this bike rocks a 5-inch digital TFT display with Bluetooth, synced up with the Mantis app for navigation and cool extras like phone alerts and rider analytics. Plus, it's got Regenerative Braking, Orxa's slick ride-by-wire tech, and a handy Side Stand Sensor.
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Orxa Mantis: Powertrain, Hardware, More
The Mantis runs on a cool liquid-cooled electric motor, boasting a peak power of 20.5 kW and a peak torque of 93 Nm. With a top speed of 135 kmph and a swift 0 to 100 kmph in just 8.9 seconds, this electric wonder is no slouch. Its 8.9 kWh fixed battery promises a range of up to 221 km ample for your journeys. Charging is a breeze with the standard 1.3 kW wall-mounted charger, taking 5 hours for 0 to 80 per cent. Need it quicker? Opt for the 3.3 kW charger, zipping from 0 to 80 per cent in just 2.5 hours.
It rides smoothly on a 41 mm telescopic fork at the front and a rear mono-shock, adjustable for preload. It stops gracefully with disc brakes on both endsa sizable 320 mm upfront and a responsive 230 mm at the rear.
Beyond this, Orxa plans to offer various accessories for its electric bike, such as side panniers, a top box, and a top rack; however, the prices for these add-ons are yet to be revealed. The company anticipates starting deliveries of the bike in Bengaluru around April 2024, with delivery timelines for other cities yet to be disclosed. The vehicle, motor, and battery are covered by a warranty of 3 years or 30,000 km.
Verdict
The Orxa Mantis presents an exciting blend of style and performance, with a robust feature set and competitive pricing. The thoughtful inclusion of accessories and warranty coverage adds to its appeal, making it a compelling option in the electric bike segment. The Orxa Mantis is set to compete with the Ultraviolette F77 in the Indian market. Also, you can join our WhatsappGroup Community of petrolheads to find out more exciting stuff about the Auto world.
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