Silence S01 Plus has launched globally with a riding range of up to 137 km/charge. It can carry weight up to a claimed 320 kg & reach a top speed of 109 kmph.
The UK-based EV maker Silence has launched its new product globally. The Silence S01 Plus e-scooter has been added to the product list of the company in the UK. The launch price is 6,795 Pounds (approximately Rs 6.5 lakh) and it features a bigger battery along with more features.
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Silence S01 Plus Design & Features
Based on the design of the international ICE-powered scooters, the S01+ has a strong presence. The Plus features nearly the same design elements as that of the S01 standard. The upright and tall front design has a long windshield, round LED headlight, and wide handlebar.
The alloy wheels come as standard while the chunky telescopic suspension at the front provides good ride-handling balance. Silence has designed the S01+ for B2C operations and also for the last mile delivery operators. That's why it has a long footboard area along with a single wide and comfy seat.
The other design elements include the petal disc brakes for enhanced control and the battery pack placement with an electric ring cover box. This e-ring lights up red during the operation. It also comes with a touchscreen infotainment panel that displays all on-the-go features like the range to empty, etc.
Engine & Specifications
What has changed on the Plus variant is the introduction of a bigger battery. The now 7.5 kWh battery has enabled the e-scooter to perform more. The riding range is now claimed to be 137 km/charge. Additionally, the company claims a top speed of 109 kmph as well. The battery can be charged within 6-8 hrs with a standard 240V socket.
The 'Waving Discs' or the petal discs have enabled more effective braking on the S01+. The S01+ also comes with 4 various riding modes. These modes are to help the rider in the various riding environments. These include - Eco, City, Sport, and Reverse Gear.
India Launch & Rivals
India is one of the most rapidly growing EV markets around the globe. The rate of growth is so strong that none of the EV makers plan to leave India in their future plans. Hence, the Silence is also expected to make an India entry. The price, however, will not be so high due to local production. We expect that its launch of 6 products will not happen anytime before 2023.
The main rivals of the S01+ in India are - Ather 450X, Ola S1 Pro, TVS iQube, & Bajaj Chetak.
