No more petrol! Electric bikes are here!

Japan's most famous electric auto maker, Terra Motors has recently launched an electric superbike Kiwami and has plans to a launch a scooter soon.

India is one of the largest two-wheeler markets in the world. Brands from all around the world are trying to take a stand in the Indian market. As the 2014 Indian Auto Expo is approaching, many international brands are seen stepping up the gas.

Terra Motors, the most famous electric auto maker from Japan, is the latest entrant to join the bandwagon. Terra is famous for its unique and out of the box thinking and offerings.

After launching some excellent products in Vietnam and Philippines, the manufacturer is ready to show-off its products in India. Terra is going to introduce its unique electric scooter, A4000i, which is the only scooter to have wireless, smartphone-connect.

It seems like Terra motors will revolutionise the Indian two-wheeler market with the launch of its electric scooter, as fuel economy and increasing fuel prices have always been a concern.

With the launch of Terra A4000i, this concern might get addressed. Terra A4000i gets its power from a removable 48V40Ah lithium battery, that comes with a lifetime of 50,000km, while it makes the scoot run for about 65km when fully charged. It can reach up to a maximum speed of 65kmph.

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The seat height of this two-seater is 750mm. Its overall dimensions are 1790mm (length) x 750mm (width) x 1230mm (height). The wheelbase and the minimum ground clearance of the two-wheeler is 1280mmm and 140mm respectively. 

The scooter is equipped with a front 120/70-12 inch tyre and a rear 130/60-13 inch tyre. Both the tyres come armed with disc brakes for a better response. The front of the Terra A4000i is coupled with the up-down forks, while the rear is fixed with the mono-shock absorbers.

Apart from the scooter, the company has recently launched an electric superbike, which will be India's first electric superbike. It will be christened as Kiwami, a Japanese word that translates to 'Ultimate'. This scintillating machine was launched on January 28. This bike is not less than a 1000cc super machine and its top speed is around 160kmph.

Loaded with an ultimate battery, this bike is priced at Rs 18 lakh. The battery gets charged from 0 to 100 per cent in 6 hours only and gives a total ride of 200km when fully charged. The motor churns out a maximum power of 13.41bhp with the assistance of the battery.

Kiwami has a glossy appearance and looks like a naked sports bike. The twin pod headlamps give the bike a sporty look. With heavy fairing, smart cowl, stylish handlebars, disc brake at both the ends, black alloy wheels and mono-suspension, this bike has been designed to make it look like a superbike. The seat height has also been kept low to make for comfortable riding position.

Terra is looking for government subsidies to these electric vehicles, to make the two bikes inexpensive and increase demand for its products. The company is also ready to invest Rs 30 crore in India and is looking for proficient dealers who can deliver the preferred services to the residents.

At the 2014 Indian Auto Expo, along with these two products, the company will also display a three-wheeler. The biggest advantage of having these products is saying a yes to no environmental degradation, no air pollution, no concern for price hike of petrol, and much more. Terra's fresh technology will likely take the two-wheeler market to the next level.