Svitch Announced its Fifth Electric Bicycle, the 'LITE XE'
Colin Smith — November 2, 2022 — Autos
References: svitch.bike & e-vehicleinfo
'Svitch,' an India-based electric bicycle manufacturer that creates products primarily for the local market, announced the 'LITE XE,' the company's fifth electric bicycle. Svitch entered the market in mid-2022 with with long-range e-bike, the 'CSR 762.' Since that time, the company has released long-range commuter bikes, off-road bikes, and foldable bikes targeted at different consumers.
The LITE XE is positioned as an affordable bike available in five colorways. The bike comes with a 250W Svitch-branded motor and a 10.4 Ah battery pack. The gear system comes from Shimano and is a seven-speeder, while the bike is also equipped with 20x3 fat-tires, five levels of pedal assistance, and LED lights for safety and road indicators.
The Svitch LITE XE retails for INR 74,999, or roughly $900 USD.
Image Credit: Svitch
The LITE XE is positioned as an affordable bike available in five colorways. The bike comes with a 250W Svitch-branded motor and a 10.4 Ah battery pack. The gear system comes from Shimano and is a seven-speeder, while the bike is also equipped with 20x3 fat-tires, five levels of pedal assistance, and LED lights for safety and road indicators.
The Svitch LITE XE retails for INR 74,999, or roughly $900 USD.
Image Credit: Svitch
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1. Electric Bicycle Manufacturing in India - The rise of electric bicycles in India presents an opportunity for companies, such as Svitch, to innovate and create affordable and localized products for the Indian market.
2. Affordable Electric Bikes for Local Market - The creation of affordable and practical electric bicycles, such as Svitch's LITE XE, is a disruptive innovation that could reshape the transportation industry in India.
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Industry Implications
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3. Outdoor & Adventure Industry - Fat-tire electric bicycles, like Svitch's LITE XE, could represent an innovative addition to the outdoor and adventure industry for off-road enthusiasts and bikers.
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