Which electric scooter is best under ₹60,000? I need it for a daily commute of around 50 km. I can’t afford iQube or Chetak. Please suggest.

Autocar India

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Within your budget, you will get very old examples of the Kawasaki Ninja 300, which will likely not be in good shape after all these years. We'd recommend you go for a new bike for the peace of mind that comes with it and the warranty coverage that comes with it. Since you have mentioned you want something sporty, we'd recommend the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 and the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V. Both have energetic engines, good handling and will also be comfortable for day-to-day use with their upright ergonomics. Both are also reasonably comfortable bikes to carry pillion with, although larger people will be pressed for space. A test ride of these two should help you decide which is best for you.

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Autocar India

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In the electric scooter space, we would strongly recommend you go with products from proven brands like Bajaj, TVS, Ather and Hero (Vida). Considering you reside in an apartment and haven't specified whether or not your building complex allows you to install a charger in your parking area. We will assume you need a scooter with a removable battery to be able to recharge it at home. In that regard, the Vida VX2 and V2 models are your only options among the established OEMs. You can rest assured that repeatedly removing and re-installing Vida's battery packs will not have a drastic effect on overall battery life. Reason: the company has engineered its batteries to be recharged in that manner. What you should be concerned about is the weight of hauling the heavy battery packs from your parking area to your flat, especially considering your advanced age. If you don't have a charging facility in your parking complex or somewhere close to your residence, then we would advise sticking with your petrol scooter purely. Because in the long-term it won't be feasible to keep lugging two heavy packs up and down every time you need to recharge your scooter.

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Autocar India

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KYT retails a variety of helmets in India, and of them, the R2R Pro would make for a good upgrade from your MT and will come in well under your specified budget. You can also get the entry-level K1 S from AGV, although you may have to settle for solid colours within your budget.Shark and Suomy helmets are also understood to be working on certifying their helmets for our market, and if you are open to waiting for some time, you could potentially get a lid from these brands as well.We recommend trying on any helmet you shortlist before purchasing, as fit can vary significantly between brands.

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