NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 19 – Roam has unveiled a new electric motorcycle featuring a fast-charging battery, targeting wider adoption in Kenya’s boda boda sector.
The Roam Air Gen 3 is equipped with a redesigned battery system that charges from 20 percent to 80 percent in under 40 minutes, addressing a key barrier to electric mobility—downtime.
The 2.2 kW battery delivers a range of up to 80 kilometres on a full charge and comes with a 100,000-kilometre guarantee, aimed at improving cost predictability for riders and financiers.
The launch comes as electric mobility firms push to scale adoption in the motorcycle taxi segment, where uptake has been slowed by limited charging infrastructure, battery lifespan concerns, and high upfront costs.
The model also integrates GPS, GSM, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity, allowing riders and fleet operators to monitor performance and location in real time through a mobile application. The system includes anti-theft features.
The battery is housed in an aluminium casing with an IP67 rating, designed for durability and resistance to harsh operating conditions, while the reinforced chassis has undergone extensive testing under heavy load.
“We designed the Roam Air Gen 3 around the real challenges riders face: long charging times, affordability, theft, and tough road conditions,” the company said.
Motorcycles remain central to urban transport across African cities, supporting millions of livelihoods. Faster charging and improved battery performance could lower operating costs and make electric motorcycles more competitive with conventional fuel-powered models.
The new battery system is also compatible with standard charging infrastructure, positioning the company to tap into growing demand for cleaner and lower-cost transport solutions.
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