Upcoming Electric Motorcycles in 2026: What to Expect
The year 2026 is going to be very exciting for electric motorcycle buyers in India. New electric bikes are coming in both budget and premium segments. Some will be priced around ₹80,000–₹90,000, while others will target serious riders with premium features.
In this blog, we will look at six upcoming electric motorcycles expected in 2026, along with what is confirmed, what is expected, and which bikes you should keep an eye on.
1. Oben Electric – O100 Platform Bike
Oben has already announced its new O100 platform, which targets the 100cc commuter segment. The actual bike name and images are not yet revealed.
This bike is expected to be a simple, practical commuter electric motorcycle with a toned-down design compared to Oben’s current models.
Expected highlights:
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Battery: 2.5 kWh to 5 kWh
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Range: 100–200 km
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Motor power: ~5 kW
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Expected price: Starting around ₹80,000
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Expected announcement: April–June 2026
2. Matter Aera – Affordable Variant
Matter is planning a more affordable version of the Aera electric motorcycle. The design will remain mostly the same, but the battery size will be smaller.
The unique feature of this bike remains its gearbox and onboard charger, allowing direct plug-in charging.
Expected highlights:
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Battery: 3.5–4 kWh
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IDC range: 130–140 km
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Onboard charger included
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Expected price: ₹1.40–₹1.50 lakh
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Expected reveal: April 2026
3. Royal Enfield Flying Flea C6
The Flying Flea C6 has already been unveiled in India and globally. It is designed mainly for urban commuting and carries a classic Royal Enfield design language in a modern electric form.
This bike is expected to be one of the most technologically advanced electric motorcycles in India.
Expected highlights:
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Battery: 5–6 kWh
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Range: 100–160 km
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Motor power: ~9 kW
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Top speed: 115 km/h
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Onboard charger + wireless phone charging
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Expected price: ₹1.7–₹2 lakh
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Delivery timeline: July 2026
4. Royal Enfield Flying Flea S6
The Flying Flea S6 is the scrambler version of the C6. It shares the same platform but is designed for light off-road use.
It gets spoke wheels, higher ground clearance, and a chain drive instead of a belt drive.
Expected highlights:
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Same battery and motor as C6
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Scrambler-focused design
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Chain drive for durability
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Expected price: ₹1.7–₹2 lakh
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Expected launch: 3–4 months after C6
5. Hero VXZ
The Hero VXZ is one of the most awaited electric motorcycles, mainly because it comes from a trusted legacy brand. The bike was unveiled at EICMA, and its patent has been filed in India.
This bike is being developed in collaboration with Zero Motorcycles (USA).
Expected highlights:
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Battery: 7–8 kWh
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Range: 150–200 km
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Motor power: 11–20 kW
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Top speed: ~130 km/h
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Expected price: ₹2.5 lakh+
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Launch timeline: Not confirmed
6. Ultraviolette Shockwave
The Ultraviolette Shockwave is already launched and falls into a new category called “Fun Duro”. It is lightweight and designed for riders who want excitement and performance.
Confirmed highlights:
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Battery: 4 kWh
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IDC range: 165 km
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Motor power: 10 kW
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Power: 14 HP
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Torque: 500 Nm (at wheel)
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Top speed: 120 km/h
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Current price: ₹1.76 lakh (ex-showroom)
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Delivery timeline: June 2026
