Hero Electric Photon vs YO Drift
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Photon or YO Drift? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Photon and Drift. Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base and YO Drift Price starts at Rs.65,000 (ex-showroom) for Base. Hero Electric Photon can generate 1800 W power whereas YO Drift can generate 250 W power. In terms of range, Photon provides a range of 108km/charge (base model), and Drift has a range of 60km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Photon is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas YO Drift is available in 3 colours & 2 variants.
Photon vs Drift
Key Highlights | Hero Electric Photon | YO Drift |
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Price | Rs.1.11 Lakh | Rs.65,000 |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 1800 W | 250 W |
Mileage/Range | 108 km/charge | 60 km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Photon specifications | Drift specifications | |
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On Road Price | 1.16 Lakh Price Breakup | 67,795 Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.1 | 5.0 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Photon Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Drift Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | CBS | CBS |
Calliper Type | No | Front 2 Piston |
Front Disc Size | 130 | 180 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Wheel Size | 10 | 10 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Rear Wheel Size | 10 | 10 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | TelescopiSuspension | Telescopifork |
Rear Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | Shock Absorbers |
Front Tyre Size | 10 x 3 Inch | - |
Rear Tyre Size | 10 x 3 Inch | - |
Front Type | Drum | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 130 mm | 110 mm |
Rear Type | Drum | Drum |
Instrumentation
Photon Instrumentation | Drift Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | No | - |
Tachometer | No | No |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Analogue | Digital |
Exterior
Photon Exterior | Drift Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | No | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Photon Warranty | Drift Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor |
Body & Suspension
Photon Body & Suspension | Drift Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis | High Tension Steel Tube |
Engine & Transmission
Photon Engine & Transmission | Drift Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Type | Hub Motor | BLDC Hub motor |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | Is_delete | Is_delete |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 1.9 kwh | 0.6 kwh |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | VRLA Battery |
Charging Time | 5 hr | 7 - 8 hr |
Fast Charging | No | No |
Range | 108 km/charge | 60 km/charge |
Top Speed | 45 kmph | 25 kmph |
Charging Socket | Yes | Yes |
Max Power | 1800 W | 250 W |
Motor Power | 250 W | 250 W |
Comfort & Convenience
Photon Comfort & Convenience | Drift Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | No |
Front Storage Box | Yes | Yes |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | No | No |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | 3 |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | Yes |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | No |
Engine Kill Switch | No | Yes |
Instrument Console | Digital | Digital |
Safety
Photon Safety | Drift Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | No |
Radial Tyres | No | No |
Side Stand Alarm | No | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | Halogen Bulb | Halogen Bulb |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | No |
Power Modes | No | 3 |
Dimensions & Capacity
Photon Dimensions & Capacity | Drift Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Width | 745 mm | 700 mm |
Height | 1145 mm | 1125 mm |
Wheelbase | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 160 mm |
Seat Height | 768 mm | 775 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 87 kg | 59 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and YO Drift
Safety
Photon comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. Drift has Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.
Comfort & Convenience
Hero Electric Photon has features like Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, USB Charger Port and YO Drift, on the other hand, has Front Storage Box, Under Seat Storage, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, USB Charger Port, Engine Kill Switch.
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Hero Electric Photon and YO Drift FAQs
What is the on-road price of Hero Electric Photon?
The on-road price of Hero Electric Photon is Rs. 1.16 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of YO Drift?
The on-road price of YO Drift is Rs. 67,795 in New Delhi.