If you are planning to buy an electric bike, then keep these things in mind first

Updated: 14-01-2026, 02.39 AM

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Presently, electric two-wheelers are becoming a good option for daily work, which saves the expenditure on petrol. If you are planning to buy an electric bike, then there are many options available in the Indian market. Many of these electric motorcycles come with great features and long driving range, which meets your needs. Let us know what special things should be kept in mind while buying an electric bike.

Choose as per your need

Before buying any electric bike, it is very important to understand how you are going to use it. How many kilometers does it have to travel daily? You should also be aware of any flyovers, climbs or traffic in your path as these will affect the range. Apart from the distance to office, also find out the distance to be covered for other works. This will help in choosing a bike with the right range.

View range and battery capacity

Range is the biggest question every buyer asks first in an electric bike. Most claim to run around 90-200 kilometers on a single charge. Expensive and premium EVs have larger batteries (about 4-5kWh), which can run more than 150 kilometers in good conditions. City-focused and affordable models typically offer a real-use range of 70–100 kilometres. You can find out the real range by taking a test ride or from other users.

Pay attention to battery life and warranty

If you want to buy an electric bike, then definitely ask the dealer as to how much the battery capacity falls under the warranty, the cover will be considered void. Also, it is very important to know how much it will cost to replace the new battery after the warranty expires. Apart from this, also find out about the charging facility. Whether chargers of that brand are available in your city or not, do they fall on your daily route?

Find out about subsidy also

Apart from this, there is also a need to pay attention to the bike’s performance, riding mode, braking and suspension system. Electric bikes also have to operate on Indian roads, rain and dust. Therefore, check the panel fitment, switch quality, seat comfort and strength of the charging port. Also check whether there is a service center near you and whether spare parts are easily available or not. Apart from this, also ask the dealer about the subsidy available on it.