[SJ410]

Thank you for the detailed post. I am considering an electric vehicle for my daily drive in Chennai which is about 15 km each way. How comfortable is the iQube over a motorcycle? Does the rider height matter?

[prasi55]

Originally Posted by SJ410

I am considering an electric vehicle for my daily drive in Chennai which is about 15 km each way. How comfortable is the iQube over a motorcycle? Does the rider height matter?

I find the iQube to be very comfortable. It's as comfortable as any other comparable ICE scooter - Jupiter, Access, and Activa. However, for distances over 15 km, a motorcycle is usually better. I am almost 5 ft 11 in and seat myself further back than usual so that I can get better posture on it. Coincidentally, I was just telling a friend yesterday that I wonder why we don't have many maxi-scooters in India. Bicycles come in different sizes and cars have seat adjust -- why no options for scooters?

[SJ410]

Originally Posted by prasi55

I find the iQube to be very comfortable. It's as comfortable as any other comparable ICE scooter - Jupiter, Access, and Activa. However, for distances over 15 km, a motorcycle is usually better. I am almost 5 ft 11 in and seat myself further back than usual so that I can get better posture on it. Coincidentally, I was just telling a friend yesterday that I wonder why we don't have many maxi-scooters in India. Bicycles come in different sizes and cars have seat adjust -- why no options for scooters?

Thank you prasi55. I face the same issue on an Activa and 'smaller' motorcycles like splendor and passion.

[ninjatalli]

Originally Posted by prasi55

Ampere v60 seemed promising (range of 75 in eco mode and 55 in normal mode) mainly due to a knowledgeable dealer near my place, and I finalized it for about INR 55000 on-road in early 2014.
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The Ampere had a top speed of 40kmph -- allowing folks without license to use it, and served me well. I changed the battery once (damages INR 15000). After 7 years, the replacement battery went for a toss, and the 7-year itch for a new bike started.

A slightly different query - someone in the family (older generation) is looking at the Ampere Electric models for a EV scooter. Mostly to be used for short inner city rides of max 30 kms done at extremely moderate speeds.

What would be your feedback on purchasing the Ampere vis-a-vis Ather (or other options)? Any pitfalls/concerns that should be considered? They'll be doing a test ride later this week so happy to have your feedback.

I have suggested the Ather/Ola/iQube options but they are not agreeing to spend the additional money for features they feel they don't need (touchpad, higher speeds, etc.).

[prasi55]

You can definitely consider the Ampere. Note that the v60 uses lead acid batteries. Some of their current models also have li ion batteries I believe. Check both out.
If they’re in Bangalore and don’t mind a used bike, they can’t get the battery replaced and use it too. Let me know.

[prasi55]

Originally Posted by prasi55

You can definitely consider the Ampere.

I found the lights to be inadequate. One lighting unit in the headlight assembly stopped working after a few months, but even before that, I only got to see a few meters ahead and struggled a bit during late evenings.

[userAditya]

Hi, I own the base model.

While driving yesterday, the beeping sound which comes from indicator went mute.

Again after a while it started beeping. The indicators are working absolutely fine.

Horn is working well, the beeping during reverse mode is also working well, seems like only indicator beep is being inconsistent.

What could be the issue ?