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Revolt RV1 specifications and features

Every figure from the manufacturer's sheet, plus what each feature actually does for you.

By , founder and editor

Updated

Prices checked

Specs source: Revolt

Motor, battery and charging

The RV1's 2.8 kW motor is the least powerful among the 17 electric scooters here and takes it to a top speed of 70 km/h, which limits it to city use.

A full charge from a home socket takes about 4.5 hours, and it supports fast charging for a quicker top-up on the road. The battery is removable, so it can be charged indoors if you cannot park near a plug.

Full specification sheet

Engine

Transmission
Automatic

Dimensions

Kerb weight
108 kg
Seat height
790 mm
Ground clearance
180 mm
Wheelbase
1350 mm
Length
2045 mm
Width
715 mm
Height
1065 mm

Tyres

Front tyre
90/80-17
Rear tyre
110/80-17

Electric

Peak motor power
2.8 kW
Battery
2.2 kWh
Claimed range
100 km
Charging time
4.5 hrs
Top speed
70 km/h

Brakes & suspension

Front brake
Disc, 240 mm
Rear brake
Disc, 240 mm
ABS / CBS
CBS
Front suspension
Telescopic Forks
Rear suspension
Monoshock(Adjustable)

Source: Revolt official specifications. Figures can differ between variants; the table shows the range offered.

Dimensions in practice

The RV1 weighs 108 kg with fluids, has an 790 mm seat, 180 mm of ground clearance, and rides on a 1350 mm wheelbase. That clearance is generous: speed breakers and broken roads will not trouble the underbody.

Tyres are 90/80-17 front and 110/80-17 rear, tubeless.

Features, and why each matters

Grouped by what they do for you. Underlined items link to a plain-English explainer.

Safety and braking

  • Combi-brake (CBS)

    Links the rear brake lever to the front so a rear-only stamp still slows you properly.

  • Front disc brake

    Sheds heat and works when wet. Worth the small premium over a drum on any commuter.

  • Rear disc brake

    Adds feel and fade resistance at the back; matters more on heavier or faster bikes.

  • Tubeless tyres

    A puncture deflates slowly instead of instantly, and roadside repair takes ten minutes.

  • Side-stand engine cut-off

    Engine will not run with the stand down, which prevents a common low-speed crash.

Lighting

  • LED headlamp

    Brighter, whiter and lasts the life of the bike. Halogens on rivals look yellow by comparison.

  • LED daytime running lamp

    Makes you visible to cars in daylight, when most two-wheeler collisions happen.

  • LED tail lamp

    Lights up instantly, which gives the vehicle behind a fraction more warning.

Convenience

  • USB charging port

    Charges the phone on a long commute. Check whether it is Type-A or Type-C.

  • Engine kill switch

    Switch the engine off from the right bar without reaching for the key.

Chassis

  • Alloy wheels

    Lighter than spoked wheels and they allow tubeless tyres.

  • Rear monoshock

    One central shock instead of twin units; usually better damping on broken roads.

Console and connectivity

  • Digital console

    Trip meters, real-time mileage and a gear indicator. The analogue dial is disappearing.

  • Ride modes

    An Eco map for mileage and a Power map for overtakes, switched from the bars.

Electric

  • Fast charging

    Public or home fast charger support cuts a full charge from overnight to an hour or two.

  • Removable battery

    Carry the pack upstairs to charge. Solves the no-plug-at-parking problem.

  • Reverse mode

    Walks the scooter backwards out of a tight parking spot under motor power.

  • Cruise control

    Holds a set speed on open roads. Mostly a highway feature.

  • Over-the-air updates

    Software features and fixes arrive without a service visit.

Equipment against Roadster X, Pulsar 125 and EcoDryft

Against Roadster X, Pulsar 125 or EcoDryft, it gets front disc brake, rear disc brake, rear monoshock and led daytime running lamp that most rivals skip.

What it lacks: hazard lamps, bluetooth connectivity, regenerative braking and companion app, which rivals at this price offer. The safety items in that list matter more than the console.

Only the RV1 has

  • Front disc brake
  • Rear disc brake
  • Rear monoshock
  • LED daytime running lamp
  • USB charging port
  • Engine kill switch
  • Fast charging
  • Removable battery
  • Reverse mode

Rivals have, it lacks

  • Hazard lamps
  • Bluetooth connectivity
  • Regenerative braking
  • Companion app

Colours

  • Black Midnight Blue
  • Black Neon Green
  • Cosmic Black Red
  • Titan Red Silver

RV1 specs: questions people ask

How long does the RV1 take to charge?
About 4.5 hours for a full charge from a home socket, with fast charging available for quicker top-ups.
Is the RV1 suitable for short riders?
Yes. Seat height is 790 mm, low for the class, so riders around 5'2" and above can reach the ground comfortably.
Does the RV1 have ABS?
No. It uses a combi-brake system (CBS), which is what the rules require under 125cc. There is no ABS variant.
What features does the RV1 have?
19 items across 6 groups, including combi-brake (cbs), front disc brake, rear disc brake, tubeless tyres and alloy wheels. Some are variant-specific.

RV1 from

₹99,986