Kinetic E-Luna: On the occasion of 75th Republic Day, India’s first hybrid Kinetic Luna during the year 1970-80 has been introduced in electric avatar. This bike, which is a mixed version of bicycle and motorcycle, was liked so much by the people of the country that it became quite popular within a few years. At that time, Kinetic Luna was available for just Rs 2000. Now that it has been introduced in electric avatar, its price has been kept between Rs 72,000 to Rs 75,000. You can book it by paying Rs 500. Kinetic Green has started booking Kinetic e-Luna.
Luna was India’s first hybrid ride
Let us tell you that in the year 1972, Kinetic Engineering had launched the Kinetic Luna Moped. Designed for city riding, Luna emerged as a light-weight and easy-to-maneuver moped. It featured a compact engine, automatic transmission and bicycle pedals to meet the everyday needs of city dwellers. After the petrol runs out, you can ride it like a bicycle to reach your destination. That is why it is also called the country’s first hybrid ride.
Luna’s Design
The Kinetic Luna notably includes an auto choke system, which simplifies the startup process of the vehicle. Apart from this, it had the facility of variomatic transmission. This was a pioneering advancement, removing the need for manual gear shifting. Kinetic Luna quickly gained widespread popularity due to its exceptional fuel efficiency, affordability and customer-friendly design, thereby establishing itself as a preferred choice among consumers.
E-Luna in electric avatar
Now the Kinetic Luna is back with its previous nameplate in an electric avatar. Kinetic has officially started pre-bookings for the e-Luna in India and it has also been listed for sale on websites like Amazon. Its starting price in ex-showroom ranges from Rs 71,990 to Rs 74,990. Like the original model, the Kinetic e-Luna gets a basic design.
Design of e-Luna
The rear seat can be removed for additional storage thus further increasing its practicality. The seat height of the electric moped is 760 mm and its weight is only 96 kg. It will cater to a wide range of riders including beginners and first-time travelers. It comes with a digital display, a side stand cut-off function for added safety and a USB charging facility.
Look and battery of e-Luna
Kinetic e-Luna is currently offered in two paint schemes, Mulberry Gray and Ocean Blue. The motor is installed on its hub. Its peak torque output is 22 Nm. A 2 kilowatt battery pack has been used in it, which can be recharged up to 100 percent in four hours. It has been claimed that the riding range on a single charge is up to 110 km.
Top speed of e-Luna
The Kinetic e-Luna has a top speed of up to 52 kmph and is mounted on a tubular frame. Suspension is handled by simple telescopic forks at the front and twin-sided shock absorbers at the rear. Braking is done by drum brakes at the front and rear and the e-moped rides on 16-inch spoke wheels wrapped in TVS Eurogrip tyres.