Oben Rorr

The Oben Rorr is Bengaluru-based Oben Electric's original performance-focused electric motorcycle, pitched at riders who want a 125cc-135cc-equivalent daily machine without the fuel bill. It is sold as a single STD trim priced at Rs 1.5 lakh (ex-showroom), in two colours. Note that Oben now promotes the newer Rorr Evo and Rorr Sigma as its flagship models, though the original Rorr remains listed and sold by dealers.

Range and charging

A 4.4 kWh lithium-ion battery delivers a claimed range of up to 187 km per charge. A full charge takes about 7 hours on a standard home charger, or roughly 2 hours to reach 80% with a fast charger. For a commuter, plugging in overnight covers the daily run with plenty to spare.

Performance and handling

An 8 kW (10.7 bhp) IPMSM motor with 52 Nm of torque does 0-40 km/h in 3 seconds and tops out at 100 km/h, with reviewers comparing its acceleration to a 125cc-135cc petrol motorcycle. The belt drive keeps maintenance simple, and 200 mm ground clearance handles rough patches without drama.

Features and warranty

Push-button start, GPS tracking and a companion mobile app are the headline tech, and Oben includes 3 free services in the first year of ownership. The battery is covered by a 5-year or 50,000 km warranty, which is strong reassurance for an early-stage brand.

Who should buy it

The Rorr suits a city rider who wants genuine motorcycle pace and a sporty, naked-bike stance from an EV rather than a scooter-shaped commuter. If you are shopping now, it is worth comparing against the newer Rorr Evo and Rorr Sigma, which have since taken over as Oben's flagship models.