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Gogoro Electric Scooter Range, Speed, and Specifications
Gogoro is a Taiwan-based company. Hero MotoCorp has announced a partnership with Gogoro. Hero MotoCorp is an Indian company and is the world’s largest two-wheeler maker. This strategic partnership aims to gain leadership in electric mobility in India. Hero MotoCorp will be the majority partner. Gogoro will also develop a battery-swapping network in India. Currently, the scooter is not being sold in India. But it is expected to be launched soon.
Gogoro is known for its leading innovations. Currently, it manages 3, 75, 000 riders and 2000 battery swapping stations. These battery swapping stations manage 2, 75, 000 battery swaps daily. Gogoro Network battery swapping capabilities will be leveraged by Hero MotoCorp. Hero MotoCorp has also invested in electric scooter manufacturer Ather Energy.
Gogoro VIVA is a lightweight and durable scooter. It has been designed for crowded cities and towns. It is a small and lightweight scooter. Its body is scratch-proof. Large numbers of accessories are available as add-on.
Following are brief specifications of the Gogoro electric scooter:-
- It has a detachable lithium-ion battery
- The electric motor is of 3 kW capacity
- The battery is detachable and can be swapped with a fully charged battery. The battery swapping network will be established all over India.
- The range is 85 Km
- There are nine color options to chose from
- Gogoro Viva Plus electric scooter is easy to handle. Its kerb weight is just 80 Kg
- It comes in two variants. These are Gogoro Viva Keyless and Gogoro Viva Basic.
Gogoro Electric Scooter Price
The company has not yet announced the price. The price is expected to be around Rs 1.33 Lac. Wait for the announcement by Hero MotoCorp.
Gogoro Electric Scooter Speed and Range
- The range of Gogoro is 85 Km on a fully charged battery
- Speed is 45 Km per hour
Gogoro Electric Scooter Specifications and Features
| Battery | |
| Battery type | Panasonic 2170 Lithium-Ion, Detachable battery pack |
| Battery life | 2000 charging cycles |
| Charging time | 2 hours 30 minutes |
| Electric Motor | |
| Motor type | BLDC; GH1 Hub mounted with rear-wheel |
| Motor Power | 3 kW at 500 RPM |
| Peak Torque | 115 Nm at 200 RPM |
| Max Horsepower | 4.02 HP at 500 RPM |
| Throttle | Electronic throttle |
| Cooling system | Air-cooled with dynamic thermal management against overheating |
| Body Shell | Made of polypropylene. It is scratch-resistant and tough material |
| Boot Space | 21 Liter under the seat |
| Color Options | Bilberry blue, Cherry red, Sea salt white, Lime grey, Wasabi yellow, Pomegranate red, Mint blue, Olive grey, Rose pink |
| Features | |
| Ride Modes | Two ride modes |
| Instrument console | LCD, fully digital |
| Mobile Charging | USB port on handlebar |
| Ignition | Keyless and with key also |
| Headlamp | Full LED type |
| Tail lamp | Full LED |
| Height | 74 Cm. It is low height scooter |
| Handlebar switch | Mechanical switches |
| Kickstand | Made of steel tube |
| Rear footrest | Fixed step bar type |
| Weight | 80 Kg |
| Brake | |
| Brake System | Hydraulic disk brake with metal fluid hose |
| Type of brake assist | Synchronized braking system |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Dual telescopic fork type |
| Rear Suspension | Dual suspension type |
| Tyres | |
| Front tyre | 90/90 10 inches |
| Rear tyre | 100/90 10 inches |
| Smart Sensors | |
| Multiple gravity sensors | Provided |
| Multiple thermal sensors | Provided |
| iQ Smart Features | |
| Low Energy Mode | Provided |
| Smart Phone App | Provided |
| Error Report | Through GoStation and Smart Phone App |
| Kickstand safety switch | Provided |
| AVAS Low-Speed Alert | Provided |
Review of Gogoro Electric Scooter by EV Funda
- Gogoro electric scooter is of very small size. Its seat height is low. Tall people will find it uncomfortable.
- Its battery-swapping station facility is very convenient. You don’t have to bother about charging the battery. Just change the discharged battery with a fully charged battery.
- It comes in attractive colors
- The capsule headlamp also looks attractive and classic
- Its width is narrow. So you can easily negotiate crowded roads
- The streamlined read LED light looks stylish and modern
- The wheelbase is just about 10 inches. Seat height is also only 74 Cm. So it is a very small scooter.
- Its weight is just 80 Kg. So handling is easy.
- Gogoro electric scooter has an integrated motor and controller system. So it requires lesser maintenance and is more durable
- The Hill climb ability of the scooter is good. It can go up a gradient of 11 degrees at a speed of 25 Km per hour. It can climb a gradient of 6 degrees at 40 Km per hour.
Recommendation of EV Funda
- There are many better scooters available in the market at this price.
- You may consider buying Gogoro Viva Electric Scooter if its price is around Rs 70, 000
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