Matter, a new Indian electric vehicle company, has announced that its much-awaited Aera electric motorcycle is now for sale on Flipkart, a major online shopping website in India. This happens at the same time as Flipkart’s ‘Big Savings Days Sale,’ giving people a good chance to buy India’s first electric motorbike with gears at a much lower price.
The Matter Aera, known for its special 4-speed manual gearbox – the first time this has been done on an electric motorcycle anywhere in the world – can now be bought on Flipkart starting at ₹1,83,308 (price before taxes). This special launch price is part of a short-term plan by Matter to encourage more people to use advanced electric two-wheelers in the country.
As part of the Flipkart ‘Big Savings Days Sale,’ Matter is offering several initial benefits to early buyers. These include the special launch price, a discount specifically for Flipkart users, and credit card offers for a limited time. In total, customers can get discounts and benefits worth up to ₹39,827 on the Matter Aera. The better version of the Matter Aera, called the 5000+, is also available on Flipkart, starting at ₹1,93,826 (price before taxes).
Main Features of the Matter Aera:
- Electric Motorcycle with Gears: The Aera is special because it’s India’s first electric motorcycle with a 4-speed manual gearbox. This gives riders a more fun and involved riding experience compared to regular electric two-wheelers. It has three riding modes: Eco, City, and Sport, which offer different ways to ride.
- Strong Performance: The Matter Aera uses an 11.5 kW electric motor that has strong magnets inside. It can reach a top speed of 105 km/h and can go from 0 to 40 km/h in just 2.8 seconds. It has a lot of power at the wheel, 450 Nm.
- Battery with Long Range: It has a 5 kWh battery that can’t be removed and is protected from water and dust (IP67 rating). It can travel a certified distance of 172 km on a single charge. In normal use, you can expect to travel around 125 km.
- Quick and Easy Charging: The Aera can be charged both normally and quickly. Using a regular home socket with the built-in 1kW charger, a full charge takes about 6 hours. With an optional 3kW fast charger, the charging time is much shorter, only 2 hours.
- Smart Features: The motorcycle has a 7-inch touchscreen that shows maps (powered by MapmyIndia), lets you control music and calls, and can be updated wirelessly. It also connects to your phone through an app, so you can see information, lock it remotely, set up a virtual boundary, and get alerts about maintenance. Other smart features include sensors that measure movement, a parking assist feature that uses the throttle, a reverse mode, and a digital display that shows which gear you’re in.
- Safety and Convenience: The Matter Aera has a single-channel ABS braking system with disc brakes on both the front (270mm) and back (220mm). It has front suspension that telescopes and two shock absorbers at the back that can be adjusted. Other useful features include keyless entry and start, a button to start the engine, lights that stay on for a bit after you park, and a USB port for charging devices.
Matter says that selling on Flipkart is part of its bigger plan to help more people in India use electric vehicles by making its new products easier to buy for more customers. The company wants to use Flipkart’s large reach and user base to connect with people all over the country who might want to buy an EV.
This launch adds to the growing popularity of electric vehicles in India, with many new electric motorcycles and scooters expected to be released in 2025. The Matter Aera’s special features, along with the good discounts on Flipkart, make it an appealing choice for people who want to switch to electric travel without losing a fun riding experience.