Eicher Motors Launches Flying Flea C6: Royal Enfield's First Electric Motorcycle

Eicher Motors Limited (NSE: EICHERMOT; BSE: 505200) has officially entered the electric vehicle (EV) segment under the Flying Flea brand. In a regulatory filing dated April 9, 2026, the company announced the launch of its first electric motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6 (FF.C6), marking a historic shift in its 125th year of operation.

Pricing and Ownership Models

The FF.C6 introduces a flexible pricing structure to lower the entry barrier for EV adoption:

Outright Purchase: ₹2.79 Lakh (ex-showroom).

Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS): ₹1.99 Lakh (upfront cost, with a subscription model for the battery).

Key Specifications and Performance

The FF.C6 is designed as a "City+" mobility solution, blending neo-vintage aesthetics with high-performance electric tech:

Performance: Top speed of 115 km/h and a massive 400 Nm of wheel torque.

Weight: An ultra-lightweight frame at 124 kg.

Battery & Charging: Equipped with a 3.91 kWh battery. It supports flexible charging (Rapid, Standard, and Trickle) via a universal 16 Amp wall outlet, gaining approximately 1 km of range per minute of charging.

Safety & Tech: Features lean-angle sensing ABS, traction control, a joystick-controlled TFT touchscreen, and connectivity via WiFi, Bluetooth, and 4G for over-the-air (OTA) updates.

Launch Timeline and Strategy

The rollout follows a phased, city-by-city approach:

First Store: Opening in Jayanagar, Bengaluru.

Bookings: Commencing at 12:00 PM on April 10, 2026.

Deliveries: Set to begin at the end of May 2026.

Design Heritage

The motorcycle pays homage to the original 1940s "Flying Flea" used by British paratroopers. A standout feature is the forged aluminum Girder fork suspension, making it the only motorcycle currently on the market to feature this advanced vintage-inspired setup.

Shares of Eicher Motors Limited was last trading in BSE at Rs. 7144.90 as compared to the previous close of Rs. 7133.10. The total number of shares traded during the day was 22271 in over 5307 trades.

The stock hit an intraday high of Rs. 7179.45 and intraday low of 7038.60. The net turnover during the day was Rs. 158517149.00.

Source : Equity Bulls

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