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Okinawa R30 Electric Scooter – Price, Range and Specifications
Okinawa R30 Electric Scooter has a very stylish look. Okinawa R30 is packed with features. Okinawa R30 Electric Scooter price starts at Rs 61,998. This is the ex-showroom price of Okinawa R30. Okinawa Scooters was the first electric two-wheeler company to get FAME-II approval from the Government of India. Its manufacturing unit is in Alwar, Rajasthan. The corporate office is in Gurugram, Haryana.
Okinawa R30 Electric Scooter has a detachable 1.34 kWh lithium-ion battery. So the battery can be removed and can be charged inside your home. The battery voltage is 48 V. A 15 Amp socket is required for charging the battery. Charging time is around 4 to 5 hours. A micro charger is provided which has an auto cut-off function when the battery gets fully charged. The lithium-ion battery can be charged up to 80% capacity in just 45 minutes.
The battery is placed under the seat. An MCB is also provided under the seat which should be switched off before taking out the battery for charging. The ignition key should be put in a switched-off position if the battery is being charged on the scooter.
The electric motor of the Okinawa R30 Electric Scooter is BLDC type and is attached to the rear wheel. It delivers a peak power of 250 W.
The top speed of Okinawa R30 is 25 Km per hour. So it does not require RTO registration. The maximum range of the electric scooter is 60 Km, on a fully charged battery.
Both front and rear brakes are drum type. Okinawa R30 comes with an advanced Regenerative Braking System. It has tubeless tyres of 10 inches in size. It has alloy wheels. The front suspension of Okinawa R30 is a hydraulic telescopic type. The rear suspension has a double shocker with dual-tube technology.
The manufacturer provides 3 years warranty for Okinawa R30. Electric motor warranty is of 3 years or 30,000 Km whichever is earlier.
Okinawa R30 Electric Scooter comes in five colors. These are Pearl White, Glossy Red, Metallic Orange, Sea Green, and Sunrise Yellow.
Okinawa R30 Electric Scooter Price
Okinawa R30 Electric Scooter price is Rs 61,998. The on-road price of Okinawa R30 is around Rs 63,500. There may be a slight difference in price amongst various states.
Okinawa R30 Specifications
| Battery Type | Lithium-Ion, VRLA |
| Battery Capacity | 26 V, 48 AH |
| Charger Specifications | Micro Charger with Auto Cutoff |
| Battery Charging Time | 4 to 5 Hours |
| Battery Warranty | 3 Year |
| Electric Motor | 250 Watts, BLDC, Waterproof Motor |
| Motor Warranty | 3 Year or 30,000 Km |
| Range | 60 on a full charge |
| Speed | 25 Km/Hr |
| Controller | Electronic assisted braking system |
| Instrument Panel | Full LED, Digital |
| Front Suspension | Hydraulic Telescopic |
| Rear Suspension | Double Shocker |
| Ground Clearance | 160 MM |
| Boot Space | 19 Ltr |
| Wheels | Aluminium Alloy |
| Tyres | 10 inches, Tubeless |
| Front Brake | Drum type |
| Rear Brake | Drum type |
| Loading Capacity | 150 Kg |
Okinawa R30 Review by Team EV Funda
A review of Okinawa R30 gives a “Buy Recommendation” for this electric scooter. Following are the strong points of the Okinawa R30 Electric Scooter:-
- Tubular Frame – Okinawa R30 has a robust thick steel tubular frame. It has electrophoresis black coat paint. The frame of Okinawa R30 is welded with precision, using robotic welding.
- The frame has an aerodynamic structure which gives a good dynamic balancing while driving.
- Electric Motor – The electric motor of the Okinawa R30 electric scooter is a high-performance BLDC motor. It has a power rating range of 250 W to 5000 W. Its torque range is from 18 Nm to 110 Nm. The electric motor is fitted with a high-grade permanent magnet. The motor has a dust repellent seal to prevent ingress of dust. The motor is encased in an aluminium cast rim.
- Battery – The lithium-ion battery of Okinawa R30 is of compact size. It is kept in an aliminium box, for safety. The battery weighs only 9 Kg. So you can easily remove it and carry it inside your home for charging.
- The lithium-ion battery uses hybrid cell technology. The high energy density battery gives better output. The battery has a 2000 charging cycles lifespan.
- The lithium-ion battery of R30 has a heat sink system between the cells. It provides cell cooling during the running of the scooter. The battery is protected against over-current discharge and short-circuiting.
- Body Paint – The Company uses Japanese paint for the body of Okinawa R30. The body paint has a glossy finish with a Teflon coating. So it is dust and moisture-proof. The Company claims that paint can withstand 26280 hours of external exposure.
- Instrument Panel and Features – Okinawa R30 has a full LED digital instrument panel. It has intelligent features like Keyless Entry, Lock & Unlock, Battery Charge Indicator, Trip Meter, Odometer, and Speed Mode Indicator. Okinawa R30 has two modes of running. These are Eco Mode and Sports Mode.
Some Good Electric Scooters on Indian Roads
Avera Retrosa Electric Scooter
Odysse Hawk Plus Electric Scooter
Gemopai Astrid Lite Electric Scooter
Okinawa Dual Cargo Electric Scooter
FAQ on Okinawa R30 Electric Scooter
Question 1 – Is Okinawa made by a Chinese country?
Answer – No. Okinawa is a Japanese company. Its Japan office is in Okinawa, Japan. Okinawa scooters are being manufactured in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan.
Question 2 – What is the price of Okinawa electric scooters?
Answer – Okinawa manufactures a variety of electric scooters. The price is given below. These are ex-showroom prices:-
- Okinawa R30 Price – Rs 61,998
- Okinawa I Praise Price – Rs 1,05000
- Okinawa Dual Cargo Price – Rs 58,998
- Okinawa Praise Pro Price – Rs 79,840
Question 3 – Which brands of electric scooters are the best?
Answer – Many reputed companies are manufacturing good electric scooters in India. They have different specifications and prices. So it depends on your requirement. Some of the good brands are Bajaj Electric, Ather, TVS I Qube, Infinity Motors, Hero Electric, Ampere, Kridn, Hyena, etc