From Flying Flea C6 to e-Access: Know about the upcoming electric 2-wheelers
The electric two-wheeler market is charging towards an exciting future, with a slew of innovative models from leading manufacturers poised to hit the roads. From retro-inspired designs to electrified avatars of popular scooters. Here's a detailed look at these upcoming electric two-wheelers.Suzuki e-AccessThe Suzuki e-Access is expected to hit the roads this year and is designed to offer practical and affordable urban mobility as an electric variant of the Access 125. It features a 51.2V Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery with a 3.072 kWh capacity, delivering a range of 95 km per charge (as per AIS 040). The 4.1kW motor produces maximum power of 4.1kWh and 15Nm of torque. Charging is versatile with an off-board, single-phase AC 200–240V, 50/60 Hz charger. Using a portable charger, it reaches 0–80% in 4 hours and 30 minutes and 0–100% in 6 hours and 42 minutes at 25C ambient temperature. A fast charger reduces this to 0–80% in 1 hour 12 minutes and 0–100% in 2 hours 12 minutes. It offers a ground clearance of 160mm, a seat height of 765mm, and a curb mass of 122kg. The suspension includes a telescopic, coil spring, oil-damped front and a swingarm-type, coil spring, oil-damped rear for a comfortable ride. It rides on 12-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tyres (front: 90/90-12, rear: 100/80-12 56J). Braking is handled by a front disc and rear drum setup. The e-Access comes with LED lighting for the headlight, tail light, and DRL.advertisementUltraviolette TesseractUltraviolette Tesseract was launched in March at an ex-showroom price of Rs 1.45 lakh. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in Q1 2026. The Tesseract is powered by a 20.1bhp electric motor, though the exact battery capacity hasn't been disclosed yet. The scooter boasts an IDC range of 261 km on a full charge and can accelerate from 0 to 60kmph in just 2.9 seconds, with a top speed of 125kmph. According to Ultraviolette, the scooter can cover up to 500km using two full charges, costing only Rs 100. The Tesseract comes equipped with a 7-inch TFT touchscreen instrument cluster featuring built-in navigation, front and rear dashcams, wireless charging, haptic feedback on the handlebars, dual-channel ABS, twin disc brakes, traction control, hill hold assist, and dynamic stability control. A major highlight is its radar-based Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS)—a first for any Indian scooter. With radars mounted at the front and rear, it supports blind spot detection, overtake alerts, collision warnings, and lane change assistance. It also integrates Violette AI for optimal system performance. Design-wise, the scooter features dual LED projector headlamps with floating DRLs, LED taillamps, and rides on 14-inch wheels. It offers a spacious 34-litre under-seat storage compartment, large enough to hold a full-face helmet.Ultraviolette ShochwaveadvertisementAlongside the Tesseract, Ultraviolette also introduced the Shockwave electric motorcycle in March, priced at Rs 1.75 lakh (ex-showroom). Deliveries are scheduled to begin in early 2026. The Shockwave represents Ultraviolette's entry into the lightweight motorcycle segment. The Shockwave offers an IDC-certified range of 165 km on a full charge. It can accelerate from 0 to 60 kmph in just 2.9 seconds, with a claimed top speed of 120 kmph. Ultraviolette states that the battery can be recharged from 20% to 80% in under 30 minutes using the Supernova charger, and in about 50 minutes with the Boost Charger. Feature-wise, the Shockwave comes equipped with dual LED headlamps, four traction control modes, switchable dual-channel ABS, and six levels of regenerative braking. It rides on spoked wheels, with a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear setup.Flying Flea C6Royal Enfield is set to make waves in the electric motorcycle segment with the Flying Flea C6, its first electric offering under the EV sub-brand 'Flying Flea.' Unveiled at EICMA 2024 and showcased in Bengaluru, the C6 is slated for launch in Q4 FY26 (January–March 2026). The Flying Flea C6 blends retro aesthetics with modern tech, featuring a circular headlamp, teardrop-shaped faux fuel tank, and a Bluetooth-enabled circular TFT display. Exact specifications are yet to be revealed. The C6's launch will be followed by the S6 model. Royal Enfield has announced that it has filed 45 patents covering various in-house technologies. A key development is the introduction of a central Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) that brings together physical and digital interface elements for enhanced integration. At the front, the motorcycle sports a forged aluminium Girder fork—a suspension design reminiscent of pre-1930s motorcycles—paired with an articulating mudguard. Enhancing this vintage-inspired look are a sleek forged aluminium chassis and a magnesium battery housing, both of which reflect the distinctive design language of the FF-C6. The retro feel is further emphasized by a round headlamp casing and a minimalist single-pod instrument cluster. The VCU is capable of over 200,000 ride mode configurations, actively tracks the bike's performance, and supports Over The Air (OTA) updates for introducing new functionalities. The FF-C6 will be offered in both single-seat and dual-seat variants and will feature lean-angle sensitive ABS as well as a standard domestic 3-pin plug for convenient charging.Hero Vida ZadvertisementHero MotoCorp's electric vehicle arm, Vida, is preparing to launch the Vida Z, a new electric scooter aimed at strengthening its position in the competitive e-scooter market. The Vida Z was showcased at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. The Vida Z is expected to offer enhanced range and features while maintaining affordability. Hero has not officially detailed the Vida Z's specifications. Expected to launch this year, the Vida Z could leverage Hero's vast dealership network.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine
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