The speedsters you need to bookmark as soon as possible
Electric motorbikes are no longer a rumour but a clean reality. As legacy motorcycle brands join the revolution alongside some newcomers, here are six models that may not be in your garage yet—but should very much be on your radar.
Backed by Harley-Davidson’s EV legacy, the LiveWire S2 Alpinista is a sport-standard electric motorcycle with 17” wheels, 84hp and advanced cornering technology. The S2 Alpinishta is built for everyday riders who want street agility with a shot of touring capability.
Launch: Likely in 2026 ( not confirmed); Launched in Jan 2025, North America and Europe
Estimated price: ₹18.8 lakh
Ducati’s all-electric racer—exclusive to the FIM MotoE World Championship —has levelled up for 2025. The refined V21L now weighs 216.2kg (down 8.2kg from its 2023 model), still delivering 150hp and 140Nm. With new traction-control maps, nimble chassis tweaks and lighter rims, it’s a silent MotoGP-class weapon, race-ready and a blueprint for Ducati’s future EV ambitions.
The latest from Indian EV innovator Ultraviolette,, the Shockwave is a lightweight enduro-style electric bike launched in Bengaluru this March. Inspired by 2-stroked bikes, it weighs just 120kg, delivers 505Nm at the wheel. It has range a range of 165km and can from 0–60kph in 2.9 seconds.
Introductory price: ₹1.5 lakh
Developed in the UK and having completed Phase 4 testing, Triumph’s TE-1 is a streetfighter-style electric prototype delivering 177bhp, 109Nm torque. It can sprint to 0–100km/h in just 6.2 seconds. A 161-km range and 20-minute charge time mark it as a thrilling evolution. Further details on its launch are still awaited.
Expected Price: ₹15-20lakhs
A concept-only prototype unveiled in Milan, Aprilia’s ELECTRICa imagines a nimble, fully electric bike for younger riders. Backed by Piaggio’s decades of EV expertise, it’s lightweight, emission-free and built on a central motor/swingarm layout. The top speed on this is a modest 80km/h.
Flying Flea, a new sub brand from Royal Enfield, is gearing up for the launch of their new electric bike C6 that, while staying true to its heritage, is a slender frame with an aluminium chassis and girder forks—a design reminiscent of vintage bikes. Expected to have a range of around 160km and a top speed of 115km/h, the e-bike will feature a digital console and cruise control.
Launch: Early 2026
Estimated Price: ₹2, 00,000 to ~3,00,000
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