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Affordable Electric Bikes Gaining Popularity in Pakistan

Pakistanis Turn to Electric Bikes as fuel Prices Reach All-Time High!

News Desk
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Many Pakistanis are searching for cheaper transportation options as fuel prices in their country approach all-time highs. Traditional bikes, which formerly offered a less expensive alternative, have also become unworkable as gas prices keep rising. As a result, many Pakistanis are now turning to electric bikes, also known as e-bikes, as a more affordable and environmentally friendly alternative.

The number of electric bike manufacturers in Pakistan has expanded significantly over the past year as a result of the sharp rise in e-bike popularity. Approximately 18,000 electric motorcycles are currently in use in Pakistan, and many of them are sold by the following businesses:

Jolta:

Jolta-Electric

 

Jolta has sold over 10,000 electric bikes in Pakistan since 2021, making it the most well-known e-bike manufacturer there. Its first electric bike, the JE 70, gained popularity right away since it was reasonably priced and had good fuel economy. Jolta continues to be Pakistan’s largest e-bike manufacturer despite some documented instances of the bikes catching fire.

Models Price (Rs.) Top-Speed (km/h) Range (Kilometers) Charge Time Battery
JEC Cycle 42,500 35 30 3 Hours Lithium-ion
JE 70 179,000-199,000 60 80-90 2.5 Hours Lithium-ion
JE 100 L 219,000 65 110 2.5 Hours Lithium-ion
JE 125 L 249,000 75 110 2.5 Hours Lithium-ion
JES 49D Scooter 145,000 55 70 Overnight EV Dry Gel
JES 49L Scooter 185,000 55 80 2.5 Hours Lithium-ion

Pakzon:

Pakzon

With a similar selection of electric motorcycles, Pakzon, an electric bike manufacturer with headquarters in Lahore, is a direct rival of Jolta. The Pakzilla, Pak Leo, and Pak Wing are some of its goods.

Models Price (Rs.) Top-Speed (km/h) Range (Kilometers) Charge Time Battery
PE-Scooty-D 130,000 70 80 Overnight EV Dry Gel
PE 70D 125,000 60 65 Overnight EV Dry Gel
PE 70L 175,000 75 80 3 Hours Lithium-ion
PE 100L 249,000 80 90 4 Hours Lithium-ion

MS Jaguar:

MS-Group

MS Jaguar started developing e-bikes in 2021 and provides a selection of models that are comparable to Jolta and Pakzon. The Jaga, Ranger, and Lio are among its product lines.

Models Price (Rs.) Top-Speed (km/h) Range (Kilometers) Charge Time Battery
MS E-Scooter 129,900 60 70 Overnight EV Dry Gel
MS E 70 163,900 80 100 3 Hours LFP
MS E 125 234,900 90 170 3 Hours LFP
E-Heavy Bike 259,900 80 100 3.5 Hours LFP

Mega Bikes:

mega-bikes

Mega Bikes offers a variety of reasonably priced electric bikes with various features and battery sizes. The Mega HS, Bolt, and Aplha are among its models.

Models Price (Rs.) Top-Speed (km/h) Range (Kilometers) Charge Time Battery
Electric Bicycle 34,997 30 40 4 Hours EV Dry Gel
Scooty 114,997 50 60 5 Hours EV Dry Gel
Sports E-Bike 189,997 70 70 7 Hours EV Dry Gel

Vlektra:

Vlektra-

This up-and-coming manufacturer of sporty electric two-wheelers is a new entrant in the e-bike industry. The Vlektra R1 and Vlektra R3 are among the electric bikes now available, and production of these vehicles is set to start in Pakistan.

Models Price (Rs.) Top-Speed (km/h) Range (Kilometers) Charge Time Battery
Bolt 449,000 75 100 4 Hours Lithium-ion
Retro 299,000 65 90 3 Hours Lithium-ion
Retro 1969 449,000 75 100 4 Hours Lithium-ion

Evee:

Evee-C1

Since the release of the C1 electric scooter, Evee has gained popularity in Pakistan. Many Pakistanis are drawn to it because of its futuristic minimalism in appearance, rider-friendly ergonomics, and reasonably low cost.

Models Price (Rs.) Top-Speed (km/h) Range (Kilometers) Charge Time Battery
C1 175,000 55 60 Overnight EV Dry Gel

Due to the ageing of their motors and batteries, e-bikes may not have a significant resale value even though they have become more popular due to their fuel efficiency and cost. Furthermore, it is unknown whether these motorcycles will be reliable and useful. Early adopters of e-bikes are likely to share their experiences with long-term ownership, which will give prospective customers useful information.

For Pakistanis wishing to reduce their gasoline expenses, switching to e-bikes might be an alluring option. However, before making a purchase, it is crucial to conduct careful study and understand the advantages and disadvantages of e-bikes.

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