Hero Electric Optima vs Hero Electric Flash

BikeWale brings you comparison of Hero Electric Optima and Hero Electric Flash. The ex-showroom price of Hero Electric Optima is ₹ 41,770 and Hero Electric Flash is ₹ 44,490. Hero Electric Optima is available in 3 colours and 4 variants and Hero Electric Flash is available in 2 colours and 2 variants. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Hero Electric Optima and Hero Electric Flash.

Optima vs Flash Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Optima	Flash
Price	₹ 41,770	₹ 44,490
Riding Range	50 Km	85 Km
Charging time	8-10 Hrs	4-5 Hrs
Power	--	--

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Hero Electric
Optima

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Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 41,770
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Hero Electric
Flash

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₹ 44,490
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Hero Electric
Optima
Lead Acid
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Flash
Lithium-Ion
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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Electric	Electric
Max Power	--	--
Rated Power (W)	250	250
Max Torque	--	--
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Riding Range (Km) Maximum distance a petrol bike can travel on a full fuel tank and an electric bike can travel on a full charge	50	85
Top Speed (Kmph)	25 Vehicles with top speed up to 25 kmph don't require license and registration	25 Vehicles with top speed up to 25 kmph don't require license and registration
Battery charging time (Hrs)	8-10	4-5
Fast charging time (Hrs)	--	--
Carrying capacity (kg)	--	--
Battery capacity (kWh)	1.344	1.344
Battery type	Lead Acid	Lithium-Ion
Motor type	BLDC Hub Motor	BLDC Hub Motor
Charger output	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Front Brake Size (mm)	--	--
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Rear Brake Size (mm)	--	--
Calliper Type	--	--
Front Wheel Size (inch)	16	16
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	16	16
Front Tyre Size	16 x 3 Inch	16 x 3 Inch
Rear Tyre Size	16 x 3 Inch	16 x 3 Inch
Tyre Type	Tubed	Tubed
Radial Tyres	No	No
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic Suspension	Telescopic Suspension
Rear Suspension	Telescopic Suspension	Telescopic Suspension

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	86	69
Overall Length (mm)	--	--
Overall Width (mm)	--	--
Overall Height (mm)	--	--
Wheelbase (mm)	--	--
Ground Clearance (mm)	140	170
Seat Height (mm)	--	--
Chassis Type	Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis	--

Manufacturer Warranty


Battery warranty (Year)	1	3
Motor warranty (Year)	--	3

features


Odometer	Digital	Analogue
Regenerative breaking	Yes	No
Reverse mode	No	No
Touch screen display	No	No
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	No	No
Mobile App Connectivity	No	No
GPS & Navigation	No	No
Central locking system	No	No
Artificial sound	No	No
Parking assist	No	No
Hill Assist	No	No
Anti theft system	No	No
Geo fencing	No	No
Start/stop button	Yes	Yes
Braking System CBS, IBS, SBT, UBS, HBS - Combined braking of both front and rear wheel \| ABS - Anti-lock braking system which can be just for front wheel (single channel) or both wheels (dual channel) or can be switched off (switchable) \| E-ABS - Electronic assisted braking system \| Standard - Cable operated	CBS	CBS
USB charging port	No	No
Front storage box	Yes	No
Under seat storage	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	No	No
Stand Alarm	No	No
Stepped Seat	No	No
No. of Tripmeters	1	1
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	No	No
Killswitch	No	No
Clock	No	No
Headlight Type	LED Head Lamp	LED Headlamp
Headlight Bulb Type	--	--
Brake/Tail Light	Bulb Type	Bulb Type
Turn Signal	Bulb	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	Bag Hook, Round Charging Point, Glove Box, USB Port, Bold Styling, Maximum Comfort, Aerodynamic Body Design, Large & Comfortable Seat, Stylish Wheels	Bag Hook, Round Charging Point, Glove Box, USB Port, Mag Alloy Wheels, Comfortable Seating, Crash Guard

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Light weight aids easy handling
- Large wheels offer added stability
- Features LED headlamps
- Weighs only 66kg
- Affordable price tag
- Comfortable for short rides
Could be better
- Long battery charging time
- Does not get disc brake even as an option
- Insuffient range on a full charge
- Is low on performance
- Limited service network