Tesla doesn’t usually pop up in motorcycle conversations, they’re more about four wheels, full self-driving, and Mars-level ambition. But a few ex-Tesla engineers are quietly steering the conversation in a new direction, with a rugged little electric motorcycle called the Emara ADV Electric Motorcycle, built by Zeno, a young startup based in Bangalore, India.
Now, India’s been sprinting ahead in the electric mobility space, and Zeno seems right at home in this EV boom. The Emara ADV builds on the company’s earlier commuter bike, the base Emara, and adds a bit more grit for light off-road exploration. Think of it as the electric equivalent of a 125cc dual-sport, with some caveats.
Zeno Emara Adv Electric Motorcycle version boasts a 10kW motor (about 13.4 hp), 62 mph top speed, and a modest 100 km range. Not exactly Dakar-ready, but that’s not the point. This isn’t a machine built to conquer continents, it’s designed to navigate potholes, alleyways, and maybe the occasional dirt path. The smart part? Swappable battery options. Zeno has designed it so you can carry two extra batteries in slots where panniers would typically go. That gives you extra range, though at the cost of your cargo space and some added weight. Not ideal for touring, perhaps, but smart for local logistics.
Other bits? Upside-down forks, LED lighting, integrated navigation, and USB charging ports, all packed into a compact frame that doesn’t scream for attention but quietly gets the job done. Colors? Choose from green, blue, or yellow. Price is where it really gets interesting: under $2,000, potentially. And that makes this little ADV by Zeno not just an affordable ride, but a practical one, especially in markets like Africa, where two wheels are often lifelines, not luxuries. It’s not flashy. But it’s real. And sometimes, that’s exactly what the world needs.
