Hero Lectro E-Cycle Range Explained

Cycling is something that is not really enjoyed by everyone. For many people, it is a tedious activity that requires a lot of physical effort. What if we tell you that there is a certain type of cycle that can motivate you to ride longer distances? Well, Hero cycles have an answer for you. In this article, we will explain to you the Hero Lectro E-Cycle range and help you decide which suits you the best.

Hero Lectro range of electric cycles or E-Cycles is a fusion between regular cycles and electric scooters. What it offers is the convenience of an electric scooter while offering all the goodness of a regular bicycle. The range of Hero Lectro comes with an electric that powers the rear wheel of the cycle. The electric motor is mounted directly on the rear hub of the cycle avoiding any power loss. Also, you do not require a driving license to ride these e-cycles on the public roads.

Types of Hero Lectro E-Cycles

There are a total of 12 models on sale in the market. The base models or the entry-level models offer single speed gears. While the mid-range models offer multiple-speed set-up. This allows for easy riding and less effort. Some of the models also offer Bluetooth app and RFID lock for increased security.

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For riding in various situations, some of the bikes also offer integrated headlamp and tail lamps. The top of the line model offers various sensors, display and switches and also a riding range of 80 km.

The Hero Lectro E-Cycle range begins from C3 26-inch SS which is the base variant that gets four different riding modes. It has a maximum speed of 25 km/h on battery and a range of 25 km on a full charge. Mid-range model Hero Lectro C8 700C 7S offers 7-speed gear from Shimano. Other features include front and rear suspension and disc brake on both wheels. The top-end Hero Lectro EHX20 offers torque sensors, speed sensor, crank sensor and a central power unit. It offers 80km riding range but the price is similar to an entry-level KTM bike.

Price of Hero Lectro range

The four base models of the Hero Lectro range - C3 26-inch SS, C4 26-inch SS, C5 27.5-inch SS and C6 700C SS are priced at Rs 24,999. The next two models - Clix SS and Kinza SS are priced at Rs 28,999. The 7-Speed models - Clix 7S and Kinza 7S are priced at Rs 31,000. While the single-speed CSi 26-inch with gadgets like Bluetooth app, RFID smart lock and integrated headlamps and tail lamp costs Rs 32,499. The 7-speed Lectro C8 700C 7S with front suspension costs the same. The top model Lectro EHX20 with triple sensor system, display and switches, and range of 80 km on a full charge costs Rs 1.35 lakh! It is the most expensive model in the line-up.

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Why buy Hero Lectro?

You can order them from the comfort of your home and that's the biggest advantage during this pandemic. It is extremely affordable to own and ride as only 0.25 units of electricity are needed to charge it completely. Apart from the top-end model, all the other versions are powered by a 250-watt motor and the battery takes about 3-4 hours to charge completely. You can ride it like a regular bicycle and there is no need of driving license too. Since these are electric bikes, there is no maintenance too!

E cycles are not only easy to ride but also are fairly affordable considering the cost of the entry-level models. Apart from helping us maintain our fitness, such cycles can go a long way in reducing our carbon footprint. In fact, E Cycles can actually replace our conventionally powered vehicles for running our daily errands.

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