Revolt RV1, RV1+ Variants Explained: What's Different?

Last week, Revolt Motors launched its new electric commuter motorcycle in India – the RV1. The Revolt RV1 has two variants (Standard, RV1+) and four colour options (Titan Red Silver, Black Neon Green, Cosmic Black Red, and Black Midnight Blue). The entry-level RV1 can be had at Rs 84,990, while the top-end RV1+ sets you back by Rs 99,990. The prices are introductory, ex-showroom. 

Both variants feature all-LED illumination and an LCD instrument cluster. The suspension and the braking setup are also the same. The former consists of a telescopic front fork and twin rear shock absorbers, while the latter is the combination of a disc brake at either end. The discs come fitted on 17-inch alloy wheels. A combined braking system (CBS) is also available. Even the 3.8bhp, mid-mounted electric motor is the same for both models. Power is transmitted to the rear wheel through a conventional chain drive system.

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Revolt RV1 

While both versions offer the same electric motor, the base RV1 uses a 2.2kWh battery pack with a claimed range of 100km (Eco). The battery can be charged from 0 to 80 per cent in 2 hours 15 minutes. The regular RV1 tips the scales at 108kg. 

Revolt RV1+

The top-spec RV1+ is equipped with a larger 3.2kWh battery that has a claimed range of 160km (Eco). Using a standard charger, the RV1+ can be juiced up from 0 to 80 per cent in 3.5 hours. The option of a fast charger does the same in just 1 hour 20 minutes. The RV1+'s weight stands at 110kg. 

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In terms of market competition, the Revolt RV1 takes on the Oben Rorr and the Ola Roadster X.