Oben has recently launched the Rorr Evo, which builds on the existing ARX platform while debuting a new design for the brand and an in-house-developed motor. Here’s how it fares against its closest competition from Revolt and Ola, on paper.
Oben Rorr Evo vs rivals: Electric motor, battery and charging
The Oben uses an LFP battery
The Ola Roadster X+ leads in peak motor output and top speed, while the Oben Rorr Evo sits in between, and the Revolt RV400 BRZ trails on both counts. The Oben posts the highest claimed torque figure here. However, torque figures on EVs are not always directly comparable, as some manufacturers quote motor torque while others quote torque at the wheel, the latter resulting in significantly higher numbers due to gear reduction.
While battery capacity is highest on the Ola, the Oben Rorr Evo stands apart by using an LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery, unlike the lithium-ion units with different chemistries on the other two. LFP chemistry is known for better thermal stability and longer cycle life, which can translate to improved long-term durability.
In terms of charging, the Oben Rorr Evo claims a 0-80 percent charge time of 90 minutes with its wall-mounted fast charger. It can also be charged via a standard 15A socket, though a full charge takes around five hours. The Revolt RV400 BRZ posts a slightly quicker 0-80 percent charging time on paper, while the Ola Roadster X+ takes significantly longer for the same cycle.
As for the IDC range, the Ola Roadster X+ leads with the highest claimed figure, followed by the Rorr Evo and the RV400 BRZ.
Oben Rorr Evo vs rivals: Dimensions and underpinnings
The Rorr Evo is the heaviest of the lot
The Oben Rorr Evo has the longest wheelbase in this comparison, while the Ola Roadster X+ is noticeably shorter, pointing to a more compact overall footprint.
Seat heights vary for all three, with the Revolt RV400 BRZ being the tallest, followed by the Rorr Evo and Roadster X+. That said, all three have a relatively accessible seat height on paper. Ground clearance is identical on the Oben and Revolt, while the Ola sits lower.
In terms of kerb weight, the Rorr Evo is noticeably heavier than its rivals here, with the Revolt being the lightest and the Ola positioned in between.
Oben Rorr Evo vs rivals: Suspension, brakes and tyres
The Ola features radial tyres at both ends
The Oben Rorr Evo and Revolt RV400 BRZ both use a monoshock at the rear, while the Ola Roadster X+ continues with a twin shock setup. The Revolt gets a USD fork that adds to its visual appeal, whereas the Oben and Ola use conventional telescopic units.
Braking setups also vary. The Oben and Revolt are equipped with disc brakes at both ends but do without ABS, relying on CBS. The Ola differs with its front disc and rear drum arrangement.
Tyre sizes further separate the three. The Oben runs the widest setup here, particularly at the rear, while the Revolt uses comparatively narrower tyres. The Ola, meanwhile, adopts a slightly unconventional combination, pairing an 18-inch front wheel with a relatively slim front tyre compared to the others, along with a 17-inch rear wheel.
Oben Rorr Evo vs rivals: Features
Rorr Evo is the only one to get a TFT dash
All three electric motorcycles get three basic riding modes (Eco, City and Sport), with the Oben adding a fourth to the list – Smart IQ, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to estimate range based on riding patterns. Also, all three models get a reverse mode. While the Rorr Evo has a 5-inch TFT dash, the other two make do with an LCD unit.
Oben Rorr Evo vs rivals: Price
The Ola undercuts the other two, but its price keeps fluctuating
The Oben Rorr Evo is the most aggressively priced motorcycle here, starting at Rs 1 lakh for the first 10,000 customers, after which its price will be Rs 1.25 lakh. The Revolt RV400 BRZ is positioned higher at Rs 1.30 lakh.
The Ola Roadster X+, on the other hand, has a more variable effective price. While its listed price is Rs 1.10 lakh, it is often offered with discounts, bringing the on-road asking price down to under Rs 1 lakh in some cases, as the brand looks to boost sales.
On paper, the Oben undercuts the Revolt, while the Ola’s pricing fluctuates due to discounts, making it currently the most affordable of the three.
Azaman Chothia
Anshuman Singh
Vishal Venugopal
