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Decathlon, one of India’s leading sporting goods companies, has entered the electric two-wheeler market with the introduction of the Rockrider E-ST100 bicycle. In the first stage, the company will sell 150 of these e-bikes in three Bengaluru stores: Anubhava, Whitefield, and Bannerghatta Road. The new Decathlon Rockrider E-ST100 electric bicycle is priced at Rs 84,999 in India.
Decathlon Rockrider E-ST100 electric bicycle:
In terms of specifications, the Rockrider E-ST100 has a 250W rear hub motor that produces 42 Nm of peak torque. It has a top speed of 25 kmph after which the electric assistance is cut off in accordance with Indian regulations. This electric bike has a detachable 380 Wh Samsung lithium-ion cell battery pack that charges in six hours and provides pedal assistance for up to 100 km on a single charge in mode 1 on flat terrain.
The E-ST100 is ARAI certified for maximum power and maximum cut-off speed, according to Decathlon. Furthermore, its battery is BIS certified for safety and quality. This e-bike is available in two frame sizes, Medium and Large, to accommodate different rider heights. Decathlon’s new Rockrider E-ST100 comes with three pedal assist modes: Eco, Standard, and Boost. The frame is guaranteed for life, and the battery pack is guaranteed for two years or 500 charging cycles.
Here’s what the company said:
Commenting on the launch, Ebin Mathew, E-Cycle Project Leader, Decathlon Sports India said, “We are debuting the first-ever ‘Rockrider E-ST100’ electric cycle initially in the city of Bengaluru, which is home to Decathlon’s most active cycling community. At Decathlon, we are committed to promoting sustainable transport and encouraging an active lifestyle and this new addition is a testament of it.”
Source:FE
