Motovolt KIVO 24
The Motovolt KIVO 24 is a light, 24-inch-wheel city e-cycle built for short daily commutes and everyday errands, priced from Rs 32,999 to Rs 45,685 ex-showroom depending on battery size. It's a pedal-assist e-cycle weighing just 23 kg, with Motovolt's claimed range going up to 75 km on the Smart Plus Long Range trim (45 km on the base Standard) - expect real-world numbers to sit lower. At its 25 km/h assist cap it needs no RTO registration, driving licence or insurance, making it one of the simplest, cheapest ways to get around an Indian city on electric power.
Is the Motovolt KIVO 24 right for you?
Best for
- City riders who want an easy, no-paperwork way to cover short-to-medium daily distances - up to a manufacturer-claimed 45 km on Standard or 75 km on Smart Plus per charge
- Shorter riders or first-time e-cycle buyers who'll appreciate the smaller 24-inch wheels and easy handling
- Anyone who wants to skip RTO registration, road tax, a licence and insurance entirely, since it runs registration-free at its 25 km/h assist cap
- Buyers who can charge indoors - both battery packs (216 Wh and 432 Wh) are removable and pull off the frame to top up at a normal wall socket
Think twice if
- Anyone wanting scooter-like effortless power - the 300W motor is built to assist your pedalling, not replace it, so you'll still be pedalling on every ride
- Riders who need a guaranteed real-world range figure - the 45 km and 75 km numbers are Motovolt's claimed figures, not independently tested, and will drop on inclines, rough roads or with a heavier rider
- Off-road or badly broken-road commuters - the 24-inch wheels ride noticeably harsher over rough surfaces than larger 26-inch wheels
- Budget buyers who don't need the extra range - the Smart Plus variant costs nearly Rs 13,000 more than Standard mainly for the bigger 432 Wh battery
Available colours
4 exterior colours offered. Swatches are approximate on-screen representations, not official paint codes, and availability can vary by variant.
Variants, specs, on-road price and running cost
A pedal-assist e-cycle up to 250W and 25 km/h needs no RTO registration, road tax, licence or insurance in India, so the on-road price is the ex-showroom price. Throttle or higher-power models may need registration - check the variant spec.
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Compare all 2 variants
| Variant | Price | Battery | Range | Charging | Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard - Normal Range (6Ah) | ₹32,999 | 216 Wh | 45 km claimed | 4 h | 250 W |
| Smart Plus - Long Range | ₹45,685 | 432 Wh | 75 km claimed | 4 h | 250 W |
"real" = independently tested; "ARAI" = manufacturer's certified claim. Pick a variant above to see its city on-road price and running cost.
Charging and living with it
Charging times vary by variant and charger; see each variant above. Most owners charge at home from a standard socket, and many packs are removable so you can carry the battery indoors to charge. Because the KIVO 24 is capped at 25 km/h assisted speed, it falls into India's licence- and registration-free e-cycle category - no RTO paperwork, number plate, driving licence or third-party insurance required to ride it. Running costs are minimal too: both battery packs are small (216 Wh and 432 Wh) and removable, so a full charge at home should cost only a few rupees in electricity, though Motovolt hasn't published an exact charge time for either variant.
Strengths
- 24-inch wheels suit shorter riders and easy handling
- Light 23 kg, removable battery, optional GPS/app connectivity
- Range options up to ~75 km
- Licence- and registration-free 25 km/h
Watch-outs
- Range capped around 75 km on the long-range trim
- Smaller wheels ride slightly harsher than 26-inch
- Base 216 Wh battery is limited (~45 km)
- Smart variant is noticeably pricier
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FAQ
What's the real-world range of the Motovolt KIVO 24?
Motovolt claims 45 km on the Standard (216 Wh) and 75 km on the Smart Plus Long Range (432 Wh), but these are manufacturer figures, not independently tested. They're typically achieved on the lowest assist setting on flat roads with one rider. On real city routes with some hills, stops and higher assist, expect noticeably less.
Is the KIVO 24 throttle-operated or pedal-assist only?
It's built around pedal-assist: the 300W motor tops up your own pedalling rather than replacing it, and that's part of what keeps it inside India's registration-free exemption at its 25 km/h cap. The published spec sheet doesn't detail a throttle-only riding mode, so confirm that directly with a Motovolt dealer if it matters to you.
Do I need RTO registration, a licence or insurance to ride it?
No. At its 25 km/h assisted top speed, the KIVO 24 sits in the licence- and registration-free e-cycle category in India, so you can ride it without a number plate, driving licence or third-party insurance.
How long does the battery take to charge, and what will it cost to run?
Motovolt hasn't published an official charge time for the KIVO 24. Both battery options (216 Wh and 432 Wh) are removable, so you can carry them indoors and charge at a regular wall socket. Given how small these batteries are, a full charge should only cost a few rupees in electricity.
Which variant should I buy - Standard or Smart Plus?
Standard (Rs 32,999) suits short daily commutes within its claimed 45 km range and keeps the price down. Smart Plus (Rs 45,685) roughly doubles the battery to 432 Wh for a claimed 75 km and adds optional GPS/app connectivity - worth the extra money if you ride longer distances regularly or want ride tracking.
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