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River Indie
Key Specs & Features of River Indie
| Range | 163 km/charge |
| Battery Capacity | 4 Kwh |
| Top Speed | 90 km/Hr |
| Motor Power | 6.7 kW |
| Motor | PMSM |
| Brakes | Double Disc |
- Braking Type Combine Braking System
- Charging Point
- Boot Light
- Fast Charging
- LED Tail Light
- Speedometer Digital
- Odometer Digital
| Low battery alert | Yes |
Quirky design and bright colours will attract a lot of attention
Lots of options to increase storage by mounting panniers and top-boxes
Cruiser-style, feet-forward, riding position is unique among scooters
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River Indie Specifications
Engine and Transmission
| No. Of Batteries | 1 |
| Continuous Power | 4.5 kW |
| Motor Power | 6.7 kW |
| Range (Eco Mode) | 110 km/charge |
| Range (Normal Mode) | 90 km/charge |
| Range (Sport Mode) | 70 km/charge |
| Starting | Push Button Start |
| Motor IP Rating | IP67 |
Features
| Instrument Console | Digital |
| Regenerative Braking | Yes |
| USB Charging Port | Yes |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Odometer | Digital |
| Central Locking | Yes |
| Additional Features Of Variant | Riding Modes - Eco I Ride I Rush |
| Seat Type | Single |
| Passenger Footrest | Yes |
| Carry hook | Yes |
| Underseat storage | 43 L |
| Charger Output | 480W, 750W |
Features and Safety
| Braking Type | Combine Braking System |
| Charging Point | Yes |
| Fast Charging | Yes |
| Fast Charging Time | 5 Hours |
| Gradeability | 18° |
| Speedometer | Digital |
| Odometer | Digital |
| Pass Switch | Yes |
| Riding Modes | Yes |
| Central Locking | Yes |
| EBS | Yes |
| Additional Features | Riding Modes - Eco I Ride I Rush |
| Carry Hook | Yes |
| Passenger Footrest | Yes |
| Display | Yes |
Chassis and Suspension
| Body Type | Electric Scooters |
Dimensions and Capacity
| Boot Space | Yes |
| Width | 765 mm |
| Length | 1996 mm |
| Saddle Height | 787 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1365 mm |
| Additional Storage | 43 L |
| Front Storage Box | 12 L |
| Pillion Seat | Yes |
| Pillion Grab Rail | Yes |
Electricals
| Headlight | LED |
| Taillight | LED |
| Turn Signal Lamp | LED |
| Projector Headlights | Yes |
| LED Taillights | Yes |
| Low Battery Indicator | Yes |
Tyres and Brakes
| Front Brake Diameter | 200 mm |
| Rear Brake Diameter | 200 mm |
Performance
| Scooter Speed | high |
| 0-40 Kmph (sec) | 3.7s |
| Top Speed | 90 km/Hr |
Motor & Battery
| Motor Type | PMSM |
| Continious Power | 4.5 kW |
| Torque (Motor) | 26 Nm |
| Drive Type | Chain Drive |
| Battery Type | Li-ion |
| Battery Capacity | 4 Kwh |
| Water Proof Rating | IP65 |
| Reverse Assist | Yes |
| Transmission | Automatic |
Range
| Claimed Range | 163 km/charge |
Charging
| Charging At Home | Yes |
| Charging Time(0-100%) | 8 Hours |
Underpinnings
| Suspension Front | Telescopic Suspension with Hydraulic Dampers Twin |
| Suspension Rear | Coil Spring with Hydraulic Dampers Twin |
| Brakes Front | Disc |
| Brakes Rear | Disc |
| Tyre Size | Front :-110/80-14 Rear :-120/70-14 |
| Wheel Size | Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm |
| Wheels Type | Alloy |
| Frame | Steel Tubular Dual Cradle |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless |
App Features
| Low battery alert | Yes |
Console Features
| Display Size | 6 Inch |
| Stand Alarm | Yes |
| High Beam Indicator | Yes |
River Indie Price
| Indie STD 90 km/Hr163 km/charge8 Hr | ₹1,45,999 |
Indie Expert Review
Overview
The River Indie promises great practicality and a fun riding experience. The quirky looking Indie has a strong spec sheet and is one of the most unique EV scooters on sale in India. Branded as the SUV of EV scooters, the River Indie aims to offer a practical and functional riding experience.
Design
The Indie looks very unconventional for an electric scooter. The design is very eye-catchy and makes people turn heads wherever you go.
It has a twin-pod LED setup for the headlight mounted on the front apron. The charging port is located behind the apron on the left side, which can be opened via a pull-tab inside the glove box. The scooter has a big spacious floorboard which can be covered on the sides with the optional detachable floor cages. It's when you look at the Indie from the side, you notice how long the scooter actually is. The design is very practical for two people to sit comfortably and carry luggage as well. Overall, the design is quite cohesive and looks well-rounded, quite literally.
Features
The River Indie is not the most feature loaded when it comes to other electric scooters. It gets a 6-colour digital LCD instrument cluster, that shows speed, state-of-charge left, range, riding mode, two trip meters, an odometer, and the other usual indications. There is no Bluetooth connectivity on offers. However, River will offer you a bolt-on phone holder, that you can use to mount your phone on the handlebar, below the instrument cluster.
Riding Posture & Comfort
The River Indie is a comfortable scooter due to its long, spacious seat with a soft cushion. The ride quality is better when you have a pillion.A good ground clearance of 165mm allows the Indie to go over tall speed breakers easily. The only drawback in terms of comfort is the stiff suspension especially at the front. Which in its current tune, feels a bit firm and jarring over sharper bumps. Offering preload adjustability at the front would make it a whole lot better and the Indie would become a complete package.
Engine, Mileage & Performance
The River Indie gets a mid-mounted motor that makes 4.49kW (continuous) / 6.7kW (peak) and 26Nm. It’s powered by a 4kWh battery pack, which River claims gives it an IDC (Indian Driving Cycle) range of 161km.
The River Indie has three riding modes: Eco, Ride, and Rush. You can switch between these modes on the fly; all that is needed after switching is to close the throttle. The acceleration is linear in Eco mode but to make quick overtakes, riders will need to switch to Ride mode.
At 100% battery, the predicted range is between 69km to 105km, depending on the mode you are in. In our real world test in a mix of Eco and Ride modes, the Indie ran for 115km before we had to charge completely which shows how well the regen is calculated. Additionally, regenerative braking is also effective.
Handling & Ride Quality
Despite the bulky looks, the River Indie is quite nimble and agile to handle. The suspension is on the stiffer side and rides 14-inch wheels. The rear suspension is preload adjustable however, the front is not and is sprung stiffly. The stiff suspension is particularly felt when going over bumps and ditches if you are not careful enough. The 14-inch wheels do help in taking away the harsh impact from rough patches, but the ride quality is firm, especially when you are riding solo.
The firm suspension does come into play when you wish to do some sporty stuff. The scooter tips into corners easily and holds the line without feeling unsettled. The brakes too have a really good bite considering it does not have ABS.
Should you buy River Indie
The River Indie is priced at Rs 1,42,999 (ex-showroom, Bangalore), which is quite premium. The River Indie is a great family scooter which promises practicality and a fun riding experience. The main problem is the scooter is only available in Bangalore and Hyderabad. If you live in either of these cities, do take a test ride and definitely consider it if you are looking for a fun and practical electric scooter.
Interestingly, River has a partnership with Yamaha, and the Japanese recently unveiled the Yamaha EC-06 in India. It is based on the Indie, and here are the top 5 differences between the River Indie and Yamaha EC-06.
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River Indie Pros and Cons
Things We Like
- Shows accurate range in every mode
- Brakes are fantastic
- Ample Storage
Things We Don't Like
- The front suspension is quite stiff
- It's not yet available in cities except Bangalore and Hyderabad
- No Bluetooth connectivity
Indie comparison with similar Scooters
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| Riding Range163 km/charge | Riding Range94 km/charge | Riding Range158 km/charge | Riding Range127 km/charge | Riding Range126 km/charge | Riding Range102 km/charge | Riding Range176 km/charge | Riding Range123 km/charge | Riding Range162 km/charge |
| Battery Capacity4 Kwh | Battery Capacity2.2 Kwh | Battery Capacity3.1 Kwh | Battery Capacity3 Kwh | Battery Capacity2.9 Kwh | Battery Capacity3 Kwh | Battery Capacity3 Kwh | Battery Capacity2.9 Kwh | Battery Capacity3.5 Kwh |
| Power6.7 kW | Power4.4 kW | Power2.5 kW | Power- | Power6.4 kW | Power6 kW | Power11 kW | Power4.3 kW | Power14.91 kW |
| Charging Time8 Hr | Charging Time5 Hr | Charging Time- | Charging Time- | Charging Time4.3 Hr | Charging Time- | Charging Time- | Charging Time8.3 Hr | Charging Time- |
| Top Speed90 km/Hr | Top Speed75 km/Hr | Top Speed68 km/Hr | Top Speed63 km/Hr | Top Speed90 km/Hr | Top Speed80 km/Hr | Top Speed117 km/Hr | Top Speed80 km/Hr | Top Speed125 km/Hr |
| Torque Motor26 Nm | Torque Motor140 Nm | Torque Motor- | Torque Motor- | Torque Motor26 Nm | Torque Motor22 Nm | Torque Motor- | Torque Motor22 Nm | Torque Motor- |
| Motor TypePMSM | Motor TypeBLDC | Motor TypeBLDC | Motor TypeBLDC | Motor TypePMSM | Motor TypePMSM | Motor TypeMid Drive IPM | Motor TypePMSM | Motor Type- |
| Weight- | Weight110 kg | Weight112 kg | Weight- | Weight108 kg | Weight118 kg | Weight109 kg | Weight125 kg | Weight- |
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River Indie Colours
River Indie is available in multiple colour options in India. View all bike images with different colour options on BikeDekho.
- Winter White
- Summer Red
- Storm Grey
- Monsoon Blue
- Spring Yellow
River Indie Images
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River Indie User Reviews
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- Suv scooterBuild quality superb compare to other like chetak and ola service is also good and more over very important is it's our India brand. I like our nation product and also super ride experience my advice is please increase the range. Range is smaller than other but build quality is good and as well as comfortable for all areas, it's also smoothly ride on difficult road also it's very stylish scooter and could you please increase the range. Stylish design and comfort also good continuously ride long also because of give footrest also that's why it's comfortable to compare the other also carry the heavy weight also small disadvantage is range so look about this.Read More1
- good bike. and eco friendly.Its very tempting bike. Its electric and eco friendly. One should consider buying this bike because its electric and environmental friendly. I have pulsar 150 and I want to buy this bike as it is electric and more over it has got a great styling. It is the SUV of scooter as for the price is concern. It cost 1.6 lakh.Read More2
- A practical, stylish Ev that delivers comfortthe reason i want this bike because this is very affordable just 1.45-1.46 lakh and this battery range 4kwh, 120 km battery in Eco mode and this performance motor with 26 Nm torque, fun to ride in Rush mode.. comfort many rider praise the seating and suspension saying it smooth every or loner city rides. performance the scooter with moter and ridding modes eco ride an rush make i versatile users enjoy the quick practicality huge storage space and comfortable seating make it idea for daily commuting. range 120 km in eco mode is reliable for city rides. design bold, distinctive look that stands out from others scooters.Read More1
- Love it very muchAmazing scooter i love it and it mileage is also superb and i can't imagine the company make the product like that it very good and I think that we mostly love this one very much and can't ignore it , it really very best scooter and I truly purchasing soon and I need this type of scooter for me to travel in city I love itRead More3 7
- Stand out well!!The bike is super wasn't expecting much from it but really stand out well and really good for day to day life as the mileage is good we can't compare it with higher models as every model holds it important. My overall experience is good expecting more from brand. hope that Will update for more information in future.Read More1 1
- Lots of fun in ridingLots of fun in riding this vehicle Missing only keyless operation and Navigation and touchscreen Practically the features not at all required Only required the navigation And vehicle is too good and responsive in every ride run about 8000 kms no problem arise Service centre will fix all the problems including steering bearing They will diagnose pin to pin in the vehicle and they will do service Overall vehicle quality is best in the 2 wheeler ev segmentRead More6 1
- My indie gen2Awesome scooter river indie gen2. I brought 11th this month and ride 100km to my home. Good ride and super brakes, overall it's a gem of ev scooter. I m enjoying environmental scooter. Stylish looks, adv stance ev scooter, good led lights, accurate range, I brought in mysore indie showroom. It's friendly staff and fast loan approved.Read More4 1
- Very nice vehicle Friendly vehicleVery nice bike, Eco friendly, comfort and experience ride , very good Boots space and easy to access very good suspension performance is very very good LED lights also very power and very nice another that the colour and the shine also have to see very incredible tubeless tyre low maintenance ride is amazingRead More2
- Good enough to satisfy my desired scootyAs of now I'm riding this from about 6-7 months, now I can definately say it's good enough to give you your desired comfort. Incomparable with the other scooters in this segment. Battery performance is good but wish the should be more long lasting. But it has some laging features like a noise from the front case of the scooty and moreover they didn't provide the foot pad. Incase you wish to ride with a lady wearing saree, it slightly can be a problem for you.Read More1 1
- Unique BeastI’ve travelled 4300kms in 6 months. Loved riding it in and around Bengaluru. Very comfortable. Wish the battery options would allow us stretch to 150 kms. The acceleration in exp mode is pretty low but the ride mode is perfect! The body protection is very well designed that no fall would impact the body.Read More3 1
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Indie Range
The ARAI claimed range of River Indie is 163 km/charge. This is the claimed range for all variants.
| Fuel Type | ARAI Range |
|---|---|
| Electric | 163 km/charge |
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River Indie Latest Updates
September 30, 2025: River has launched the Indie Gen 3 electric scooter. It now has new tyres with better grip, a redesigned display with clearer information, integrated range and charging details. It also gets improved smartphone app integration with ride statistics, hill-hold assist, customisable data points, and real-time charging status across different modes.
September 19, 2025: River now offers an extended warranty package with every Indie purchase, priced at Rs 8,399 plus GST. Existing customers can also buy this warranty package, but in a limited time period. This scheme will be available across River dealerships from October 1, 2025.
May 28, 2025: The upcoming Yamaha electric scooter based on the River Indie has been spotted testing for the first time. Judging by the spy shots, it shares a lot in common with the Indie.