Hero electric scooters have made a comeback in Nepal.
Laxmi E-Mobility Pvt Ltd is the new official authorised distributor of Hero electric scooters in Nepal. It is also a sister organisation of Laxmi Group. Hero electric scooters have varieties of electric two-wheelers in India, but only 4 models have made their way to Nepal. The four models include Hero Photon, Hero NYX and two models of Hero Optima.
The popularity of electric scooters has grown a lot in the last few years. Companies like Yadea, Lvneng, NIU, Pure EV, Super Soco and Doohan have released a number of electric two-wheelers in Nepal. These existing companies are sure to give Hero electric scooters a tough time in the market for sales and coverage.
Let’s get into the details of the three models of Hero electric scooters.
1. Hero Photon
Specifications
| Motor power | 1200/1800W |
| Input voltage | 72V/26Ah |
| Charging time | 5 hours |
| External charging port | Yes |
| Regenerative braking | Yes |
| Braking type | Combined braking system |
| Range | 108 km |
| Top speed | 45kmph |
| Kerb weight | 87 kg |
| Ground clearance | 150mm |
| Wheel size | 10 inches |
| Price | Rs 249,600 |
Hero Photon was probably the first electric scooter in Nepal launched from Hero. But, it was not much of a success when it was launched back then. Hero But, now, Photon has retro looks. Along with a bright LED headlamp, the scooter has a digital instrumental cluster.
The scooter weighs around 87 kg and is equipped with a portable battery, which makes it easier to charge. Charging can take up to five hours. When fully charged, this scooter provides a range of up to 108 km while reaching a top speed of 45 kmph.
Hero Photon has 10-inch alloy wheels and has telescopic suspension for a smooth and jerk-free ride. As for safety, the scooter has a combi braking system. This system provides more stability while braking as it ensures both front and rear wheels slow down together. It also features a regenerative braking system that converts the kinetic energy lost during braking into stored energy in the vehicle’s battery. For further safety, the scooter features a remote lock and an anti-theft system.
2. Hero NYX
Specifications
| Motor power | 600/1300W |
| Input voltage | 51.2V /30Ah (Double battery) |
| Charging time | 4 to 5 hours |
| External charging port | Yes |
| Regenerative braking | Yes |
| Braking type | Combined braking system |
| Range | 165 km |
| Top speed | 42kmph |
| Kerb weight | 87 kg |
| Ground clearance | 160mm |
| Wheel size | 10 inches |
| Price | Rs 284,600 |
Hero NYX is another Hero electric scooter in Nepal. The design of the scooter is not so atheistically pleasing but provides a fair amount of specifications for the riders. It has an LED headlamp upfront and a digital instrumental cluster that displays the information of the vehicle.
The scooter gets its power from a 600/1300W motor that draws power from a 51.2V/30Ah dual portable battery. It takes four to five hours to get the battery fully charged and can provide a range of up to 165km. It can achieve a top speed of 45kmph. The scooter weighs around 87 kg and has a ground clearance of 160mm.
Hero NYX too is equipped with 10-inch alloy wheels with drum brakes at both ends. Similarly, it also offers a combi braking system as well as a regenerative braking system like the one on Hero Photon. The scooter also comes with telescopic suspension. For user’s convenience, the scooter offers a split-folding seat, a USB port and an in-dash bottle holder.
3. Hero Optima
| Motor power | 550/1200W |
| Input Voltage | 51.2V / 30Ah |
| Charging time | 4 to 5 hours |
| External charging port | Yes |
| Regenerative braking | Yes |
| Braking type | Combined braking system |
| Range | 82 km (Single battery) 122 km (Double battery) |
| Top speed | 42kmph |
| Kerb weight | 72.5 kg (Single battery) 83 kg (Double battery) |
| Ground clearance | 150mm |
| Wheel size | 12 inches |
| Cruise control | Yes |
| Price | Rs 209,600 (Single battery) Rs 309,600 (Double battery) |
Another addition to the Hero electric scooters is the Hero Optima. This scooter comes in two variants. The rider has the option to choose from single and double battery variants. Except for the weight and range of the scooter, everything is pretty much the same.
It is a simply designed scooter and shares similar specifications as the other two. With an LED headlamp upfront, it also has a digital instrumental cluster that displays the information of the vehicle.
The scooter weighs around 72.5 kg with a single battery and the weight increases to 83 kg with a double battery. The scooter is equipped with a 550/1200W motor that gets power from a 51.2V/30Ah portable battery. The battery takes around four to five hours to get fully charged and can provide a range of 82 km in a single battery and 122 km in a double battery version. The scooter can achieve a top speed of 42 kmph and has a ground clearance of 150mm.
Hero Optima has a bigger tyre size compared to the other two. It is equipped with 12-inch alloy wheels with drum brakes at both ends. It too has a combi and regenerative braking system like the other two. The scooter also has a remote lock and anti-theft alarm system for further protection. There is also a USB port on the scooter and interestingly Optima also has a cruise control feature for the convenience of the rider.
