TVS Orbiter
Orbiter V1
VariantsThe TVS Orbiter is TVS Motor's second electric scooter after the iQube, aimed squarely at budget-conscious urban commuters. It is offered in two variants that share the same 2.5 kW hub motor, 68 km/h top speed and drum-brake-with-CBS setup, differing mainly in battery: the V1 carries a 1.8 kWh pack for a claimed 86 km IDC range, while the V2 steps up to a 3.1 kWh pack good for a claimed 158 km.
Range, battery and charging
The V1's 1.8 kWh pack claims 86 km per charge and the V2's 3.1 kWh pack claims 158 km (IDC), which is genuinely competitive for the price band. Both charge through the included 650W offboard charger, with a 0-80% top-up taking roughly 2 hours 20 minutes on the V1 and about 4 hours 10 minutes on the V2. There is no DC fast-charging support, so it is an overnight-and-top-up proposition at home or the office.
Performance and ride
A 2.5 kW BLDC hub motor (3.35 bhp) drives the rear wheel to a claimed 68 km/h, with Eco and City drive modes, cruise control and hill-hold assist — features rarely seen at this price. Braking is drum front and rear with a Combi Brake System (CBS); there is no front disc or ABS, so ride with extra care in wet conditions. Telescopic front forks and dual rear shock absorbers handle ride comfort, with 169 mm ground clearance and a 1330 mm wheelbase.
Features and practicality
The Orbiter leans on practicality: a long, flat seat and a wide footboard suit taller riders and pillions, a 34-litre underseat well plus a front cubby with USB charging cover daily errands, and a colour LCD console pairs with the SmartXonnect app for navigation, call/SMS alerts and remote vehicle tracking. The V2 tips the scales at 112 kg, and tubeless tyres add puncture resilience.
Who should buy the TVS Orbiter?
Choose the TVS Orbiter for long claimed range, real storage and connected features on a tight budget — especially the V2 if your daily distance is high. Enthusiasts who want a front disc or ABS should look higher up the price ladder, as reviewers note the Orbiter's real-world performance sits a step below TVS's own iQube on the identical 3.1 kWh battery. TVS backs the vehicle, battery and charger with a 3-year/50,000 km warranty.
