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  • Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

    Hero Electric, launched a new high speed electric scooter the Hero Photon at a price of Rs 54110/- ex showroom Delhi.

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    Hero Electric, the electric vehicle division of Hero Moto Corp launched its new high speed electric scooter the Photon across the country. The Photon had been earlier showcased at the Auto Expo 2014. The new scooter comes with features like front telescopic suspensions, anti-theft alarm, float-cum-boost charger, aerodynamic style, Economy & Power Mode.

    Sohinder Gill, CEO of Hero Electric -

    "Hero Electric has continued innovating and developing remarkable products for the EV market in India. There is a lot of potential in India and we are ready for the EV invasion. Companies are recognizing this fact and are working on products and technologies. Keeping in mind the varied needs of customers, it has been our constant endeavor to innovate in the e-two wheeler category, strengthening the trust of our valued customers. We are confident that the new Hero Electric High Speed Photon will further augment our growth in the EV segment"
    The Photon has a high mag-flux with 46 magnetic poles for high efficiency and high torque. The water-proof brushless DC motor with low electro-magnetic interference gives a virtually noiseless ride. The scooter also has electronic controllers with 12 mosfets, 24MHz high-speed controller that gives instant response to the drive-train with minimum signal losses. The Photon's AGM VRLA battery is especially made for the harshest of Indian environmental conditions.

    The Photon's multi-stage charger with in-built memory regulates the charge based on the battery condition, giving the highest charge efficiency. The Hero Electric Photon scooter is priced at Rs. 54,110 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The vehicle is available on sale across all the 5 metro cities in India and in three colours - Vivid Burgundy, Vanilla White and Velvet Black.

    Source: Hero Electric Launches the 'Photon' Scooter at Rs 54,110 - News

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    Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

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      Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

      First electric vehicle in India from a recognised brand. Good move hero. Any idea on the range?

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        Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

        Range is claimed to be 80km in economy mode to 50km in power mode. This is not a problem for city driving but they have not released much details and it all depends on recharge time because these have to charged everyday. Since it is completely electric the whole system i.e. the motor, battery, wiring and controls has to be robust because if anything other than a fuse gives way on the road then you have no other option than to tow it!

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          Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

          any detailed specs available..?

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          it looks good and is a good effort from a a reputed and recognized company in india.
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            Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

            Originally posted by princesirohi View Post
            any detailed specs available..?
            This on the Hero Website

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              Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

              Very good move by Hero, at least now we have a proper electric scooter from a reputed company, license & registration is very good.

              I remember 3-4 year ago when those small cheap electric scooter started coming into the market, speed limit was 25kmph, no license was required, no one was following the traffic rules (even if you are at 10kms you should follow), now they all have almost vanished from the market and people lost interest because of no maintenance & support given by manufacturer...
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                Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

                ^^ True that, I still see school going(i believe 8th grade) kids riding on "Romai" electric scooters like hooligans

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                  Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

                  Good move by Hero.
                  A bike on the road is worth two in the shed.

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                    Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

                    Originally posted by Bibhu View Post
                    First electric vehicle in India from a recognised brand. Good move hero. Any idea on the range?

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                    I think TVS Scooty Teenz was the first electric vehicle from a recognized brand.
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                      Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

                      Originally posted by Prabhanjan View Post
                      I think TVS Scooty Teenz was the first electric vehicle from a recognized brand.

                      TVS Scooty Teenz is just an update on the Scooty mate.. it takes in fuel and not an electric vehicle..

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                        Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

                        Originally posted by rreneav1987 View Post
                        TVS Scooty Teenz is just an update on the Scooty mate.. it takes in fuel and not an electric vehicle..

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                        Guess you weren't aware of the Scooty Teenz Electric which was realeased and was unfortunately taken away from sales due to low demand! ----> http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/news/134...-vehicles.html

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                          Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

                          Originally posted by Arvind Sibi View Post
                          Guess you weren't aware of the Scooty Teenz Electric which was realeased and was unfortunately taken away from sales due to low demand! ----> http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/news/134...-vehicles.html
                          Looks like I wasnt aware of it. Thanks for bringing it to my notice.
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                            Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

                            Scooty Teenz didn't grab much of any customers even though the bike was priced at 30k, But will the Photon make it out at 54k?

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                              Re: Hero Photon Electric Scooter Launched at Rs 54110/-: xBhp News

                              Originally posted by Arvind Sibi View Post
                              Scooty Teenz didn't grab much of any customers even though the bike was priced at 30k, But will the Photon make it out at 54k?
                              Because its made by hero. The stamp is enough to attract people looking for an alternative kind of transport. I myself am looking forward to see it on roads because if commuters switch to an electric vehicle it would be better for everyone.

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