Raptee.HV Motorcycle Priced at ₹2.39 Lakhs, Offers 150 km Range

Raptee.HV, the Chennai-based EV startup launched high-voltage electric motorcycle, which is developed with the technology being used in Electric cars across the world. This enables the Motorcycle to deliver a performance rivalling the 250-300 cc ICE counterparts with significantly less heat.

Raptee.HV motorcycle, featuring High-Voltage (HV) technology, will be the first in India to adopt universal charging standards used by electric cars. It comes with an onboard charger, making them compatible with the 13,500 CCS2 car charging stations across the country, a number expected to double in the next year.

The motorcycle is priced competitively at ₹2.39 lakhs on par with 250–300cc ICE motorcycles, making the total cost of ownership an absolute gain from the very first moment of owning it, in addition to the eco-friendly aspects.

The Raptee.HV Motorcycle has an IDC estimated range of around 200 km and a real-world range of over 150 km on a single charge, accelerating from 0 to 60 km/h in under 3.5 seconds. Raptee.HV has ensured the highest standards of quality and safety by offering an IP67-rated battery pack that meets all regulatory requirements. Additionally, the company offers a battery warranty comparable to that of electric cars—8 years or up to 80,000 kilometers—providing peace of mind and long-term value to customers.

The Raptee.HV Motorcycles will feature advanced software for an enhanced riding experience. Powered by in-house developed electronics and a custom-built operating system based on an automotive-grade Linux platform, they offer a highly responsive and intuitive user experience. These motorcycles will be available in four dynamic colors: Horizon Red, Arctic White, Mercury Grey, and Eclipse Black.

Deliveries will begin in Chennai and Bangalore from January, Raptee.HV plans to expand to other key cities based on demand for mid-premium motorcycles and electric mobility adoption. The company will establish a factory-integrated experience center, "Tech store.HV," at its Chennai headquarters, offering immersive experiences, including factory tours. To ensure a seamless customer experience, Raptee.HV will provide a wide range of direct-to-consumer offerings alongside the traditional brick-and-mortar model.

Dinesh Arjun, Co-founder & CEO, Raptee.HV, said, “Our goal was never to create an electric version of an ICE motorcycle, but to do justice to motorcycling with truly pioneering tech. We have taken the core of advanced electric car tech and engineered it for motorcycles. Launching India’s first high-voltage electric motorcycle was a technical challenge from the very beginning. Over the last 5 years, the amazing team at Raptee has had to build the entire architecture from scratch to make HV on 2Wheelers possible.That we have succeeded is a testament to what can be achieved with the right vision and a focus on innovation.

We believe our HV technology is the missing piece of the puzzle that will accelerate the electrification of motorcycles and revolutionize how motorcycles will be built in the future.”

Jayapradeep Vasudevan, CBO, Raptee.HV, said, “We are extremely excited to witness the passion and innovation coming to life as we launch our first motorcycle, setting new standards in the electric two-wheeler industry. The Indian motorcycle market is twice the size of the scooter market, and the low EV penetration in this larger segment presents a huge opportunity for us to explore, starting with our flagship model, the T30. As a team, we are fully committed to building the Raptee.HV brand by delivering a customer experience that matches the high standards of our motorcycles. In today’s context, automobiles, especially electric vehicles, are increasingly becoming electronics and software-driven, much like consumer durable products. With this in mind, we are inspired by premium consumer durable brands in shaping our approach to customer service.

We plan to introduce a wide range of digital and direct-to-consumer offerings to ensure that our customers enjoy a seamless ownership journey with Raptee.HV. Our network expansion will be rolled out in phases, starting with company-owned experience centres in Chennai and Bangalore. By learning from these initial markets, we will strategically expand into other regions and international markets at the right time over the next few years. We have a clear strategic roadmap for the next five years and aim to become a significant player in the EV industry in the years to come.

Raptee.HV has closed its Pre-Series A round of fundraising, led by Bluehill Capital and Artha99 Ventures, and is in the final stages of closing its Series A round from new and existing investors to support its production ramp-up, dealership expansion, and roll-out of e-bikes across other States, driving its growth in the electric mobility  market.