Not Your Usual EV: Raptee T30 Redefines Electric Motorcycles
There’s a point in every revolution where an idea stops being the future and starts being today. Electric motorcycles for a very long time have been chasing the dream of instant torque, clean energy and zero noise levels. And today that idea just got a serious high voltage upgrade. This is the Rapi T30, India’s first high voltage electric motorcycle. And let me tell you what that really means. Yeah. Most electric motorcycles in India run on an architecture that’s around 72 volts which is decent for scooters and commuters. But this thing it’s running on a 240 volt system. The same kind of architecture you find in electric cars. Now this is a big thing because the higher voltage means it can draw more power and generate torque quickly and in doing so generate less heat. Less heat means low energy loss and this cancels out the need for any complex cooling solutions thus saving a lot of weight. This allows the bike to have a built-in CCS2 charger it can plug into any public car station across India. Now that’s a first and it takes me back to what I said at the start. Is this the future of Indian EV motorcycleycling? Let’s maybe discuss that in the comments. But for now, let’s talk design. Because the Rap T30 isn’t exactly an eco commuter. It’s muscular almost like it’s channeling a bit of DRL DNA up front with that chunky dual lamp setup and twin DRLs. There’s a strong fairing presence. Almost the entire front is wrapped in it and that gives it a purposeful futuristic stance which is enhanced further by its tire hugger and its grab rails. It’s got an upside down fork at the front and adjustable monoshock at the back and a belt drive instead of a chain which is not just for silence but for weight savings too. Underneath all that body work sits a 5.4 4 kWh battery powering a 22 kW motor putting out 30 bhp and 70 N m of torque. That’s good enough for going from 0 to 60 in just 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 135 km an hour. The range claimed 200 km, but realistically expect about 150 in mixed riding and that too when you’re riding in its most efficient comfort mode with high regen levels. And when you do run low on range, it’ll charge from 20 to 80% in just 45 minutes at any public CCS2 fast charger. Now, this is a big distinguishing factor. [Music] Front brakes are a 320 mm disc, rear a 230 mm disc, and both come with dual channel ABS. And now, let’s talk about how this thing feels on the road. The Rap T30 comes with three modes: comfort, power, and sprint. In sprint mode, the bike honestly delivers. It’s incredibly responsive. The kind of response that gets you from standstill to grin in seconds, but without that jerky talk punch most EVs suffer from. It’s controlled, progressive, and seriously fun. The trade-off, your range drops to around 75 km. And due to the bike’s high voltage nature, you’ll experience comparatively very few performance drops during the long run when you’re pushing the bike to its limits. Power mode is where the sweet spot lies. It balances punch with practicality. It gives you smooth acceleration, a steady pull, and a linear response that feels well engineered. And then there’s the comfort mode, which well makes the Rap feel like an e scooter. It’s gentle, quiet, and perfect for city commutes, but not something enthusiasts will linger on. You also get multiple regen levels, a hill hold assist functionality, and even a reverse mode. Handling wise, it leans towards the stiffer side, which actually helps stability at higher speeds, but makes tight U-turns a bit tricky thanks to its longish turning radius, but overall, it’s surprisingly comfortable. The right triangle feels natural, vibration levels are low, and the suspension setup does a commendable job of soaking up everyday imperfections. You also get a large touchscreen display. It’s 7 in which is almost tablet sized. It comes with navigation support and even gives users access to OTAA updates in the future. At rupees 2.39 lakh x showroom, the Rapi T30 isn’t trying to be the cheapest Indian electric motorcycle. But by adopting a high voltage architecture, it has definitely carved a good niche for itself in the Indian market. Because in a way, this Chennai based brand has challenged the very blueprint of what we think of as electric motorcycles. A high voltage platform, cargrade charging, lightweight construction, and performance that actually feels mechanical, not digital. It’s raw, yes, but it feels very refined at times. Sure, it’s not perfect. the turning radius, the smaller battery and a few quirks here and there do need some upgrades. But if this is what the first chapter of Indian high voltage electric motorcycleycling looks like, the future does look revolutionary. Tell us what you think.
Meet the Raptee T30, a 240V electric motorcycle that rewrites the EV rulebook. With 30 bhp, 70 Nm, and 0–60 km/h in 3.5s, it’s fast, refined, and built for the future. It plugs into any CCS2 car charger, charges from 20–80% in 45 minutes, and delivers up to 150 km of real-world range.
In this video, we break down what makes it special.
Price: ₹2.39 lakh (ex-showroom, Chennai)
The question is, is this the future of Indian motorcycling? Tell us in the comments.
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