Today’s expert review features the VLEKTRA 1969, a made-in-Pakistan electric bike. We firmly believe that an electric revolution in Pakistan is only possible if it is taken to the grassroots levels, such as bikes. Join us as Faizan shares his experience with his motorcycle. So, without further ado, let’s head right into it.
Riding Experience
The bike has an exciting throttle and is followed by intelligent pickup to avoid sudden jerks. Also, the riding modes can be shifted during the ride. The VLEKTRA 1969 has a torque of 120 Nm with a maximum speed of 75 km/l.
Features
The VLEKTRA 1969 has a high-quality lithium-ion battery that enhances the bike’s utility. Moreover, it comprises various riding modes such as the eco and sports modes. The bike has evolved significantly from its prototype design and matured nicely. The bike has a dual stand system to allow improved parking. Also, the seat has a backrest to enhance comfort for the rider.
Design Aesthetics
The 1969 model is a tribute to the classic designs of bikes. Some of the design aesthetics of the bike include a stylish circular headlight, elegant black and red paint combination, properly balanced weight to improve the center of gravity, nicely gripping 17 16 -and 16-inch wheels, telescopic shocks, 5-way adjustable suspension, etc.
Battery Performance and Range
The lithium-ion battery has a capacity of 32AH and is stocked with an AC 220V charger. Furthermore, the company claims this bike’s range is around 80-100 km on a full charge, which looks achievable with eco mode. The motorcycle can offer approximately 75-80 km of range if using sports mode. Also, the bike requires around 4.5 hours to complete a full charge. Moreover, the battery has a life of 5 years with a warranty of 3 years.
Information Cluster
The information cluster reveals the battery percentage, driving modes, the speedometer, trip information, etc. Additionally, the handle controls consist of the reverse gear, horn, indicators, low and high beam, parking release, etc.
Price
Currently, the bike is priced at Rs 5.07 million, revealing that it belongs to the upper range.
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