The Simple Wave has been launched in India as the brand’s first family-oriented electric scooter. Here are the top five highlights of the new electric scooter.
Family-oriented design
Unlike Simple Energy’s existing scooters, the Wave gets a more conventional design aimed at family buyers. It features a 920mm-long seat and a spacious floorboard. Practicality is further enhanced by a whopping 70-litres of underseat storage, two additional body-panel compartments and a cubby on the front apron.
Up to 243km claimed range
The Simple Wave is powered by a 6.4kW electric motor, with the top-spec version offering a 5kWh battery. The Wave Plus has a claimed range of 243km, while the lower variants offer between 110km and 171km of claimed range. Depending on the variant, the claimed top speed goes up to 90kmph.
TFT display and electronic aids
The top-spec versions of the Wave get a seven-inch TFT instrument console with smartphone connectivity. It supports features such as turn-by-turn navigation and call/SMS alerts. The scooter also gets hill-hold assist and traction control, while lower variants feature a negatively LCD display.
Safety features
The Wave is equipped with a telescopic front fork and twin rear shock absorbers, along with 12-inch alloy wheels at both ends. Braking hardware comprises a front disc and rear drum. Safety features include geo-fencing, time-fencing, theft alerts and tow alerts. The Simple Wave will compete with scooters such as the Ather Konarc, TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak.
Prices start at Rs. 1.09 lakh
The Simple Wave is available in multiple configurations, with prices starting at Rs. 1,09,999 for the entry-level S variant. The range goes up to Rs. 1,89,999 for the Wave Plus.
