Revolt Motors

What Revolt Motors does

Revolt Motors (Revolt Intellicorp Private Limited) is an Indian electric motorcycle manufacturer founded in 2017 by Rahul Sharma, co-founder of Micromax, and acquired by RattanIndia Enterprises in January 2023. Operating from its ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturing facility at IMT Manesar, Gurugram, the company produces five electric motorcycle models—RV1, RV1+, RV BlazeX, RV400 BRZ, and RV400—priced from ₹99,999 to ₹1,39,950 ex-showroom. The product architecture centers on LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) pouch-cell batteries, mid-drive motors, portable/removable battery systems with 0–80% fast charging in 80 minutes, and 4G LTE connectivity integrated through the proprietary MyRevolt mobile application, which enables remote start/stop, GPS geofencing, live charge monitoring, and voice-command features.

The company's business model is hardware-led unit sales of electric motorcycles, augmented by after-sales service and parts revenue. Go-to-market combines a direct-to-consumer online booking funnel (₹499 refundable deposit), company-owned Revolt Hubs, and a 115+ authorized dealership network across 25 Indian cities, supported by EMI financing partnerships with JANA BANK, IDFC First Bank, Bajaj Finserv, and Shriram Finance. PM E-DRIVE central subsidies (₹5,000/vehicle) and state-level subsidies (₹10,000–₹30,000) reduce effective consumer pricing. As of February 2026, Revolt became the first Indian electric bike manufacturer to cross 50,000 cumulative deliveries, and the brand has expanded internationally with dealerships in Colombo (November 2024) and Kathmandu (April 2025). Customer segments span price-sensitive commuters in Tier 2/3 cities (the primary growth pocket), performance-oriented riders, and select enterprise/fleet customers including Adani Green Energy.

Name

Revolt Motors

Legal name

Revolt Intellicorp Private Limited

Website

https://revoltmotors.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Revolt Motors is an Indian electric motorcycle manufacturer selling five AI-enabled e-bike models (RV1, RV1+, RV BlazeX, RV400 BRZ, RV400) priced ₹99,999–₹1,39,950 through 115+ dealerships across India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Founded 2017 by Micromax co-founder Rahul Sharma; subsidiary of RattanIndia Enterprises since 2023.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electric Motorcycles

NAICS

Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991), Motorcycle, Boat, and Other Motor Vehicle Dealers (44122)

SIC

Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751)

akta.pro primary industry

Electric Motorcycles & Electric Scooters Manufacturing (IMACAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

E-Mopeds & Light Electric Motorbikes (Consumer) (CRACASAG)

Keywords

• Electric motorcycles
• AI-enabled electric bikes
• Electric two-wheelers
• LFP battery vehicles
• Connected EV motorcycles

Headquarters

HQ city

New Delhi

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Electric Motorcycle Sales: Primary revenue stream from selling electric motorcycles. Revolt offers five models (RV1, RV1+, RV BlazeX, RV400 BRZ, RV400) at price points ranging from ₹99,999 to ₹1,39,950 ex-showroom. One-time vehicle purchase with government subsidies (PM E-DRIVE, state incentives) reducing effective purchase price.
2. After-sales Service and Parts: Revenue from service maintenance, spare parts, accessories, and extended warranties for the electric motorcycle fleet.
3. Government Subsidies (PM E-DRIVE): Government subsidy program provides ₹5,000 per vehicle under PM E-DRIVE scheme (₹2,500 per kWh capped at ₹5,000). State subsidies in Delhi, Haryana, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka add ₹10,000-₹20,000 additional benefits. These subsidies reduce effective purchase price for consumers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Revolt Motors designs, manufactures, and sells AI-enabled electric motorcycles for the Indian market. The company offers five models (RV1, RV1+, RV BlazeX, RV400 BRZ, RV400) ranging from entry-level commuter bikes at ₹99,999 to performance-oriented flagship motorcycles at ₹1,39,950, all featuring portable/removable batteries with fast charging, smart connectivity via the MyRevolt app, and LFP battery cell technology. It operates an ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturing facility at IMT Manesar, Gurugram, and distributes through 115+ dealerships across 25 cities in India plus international showrooms in Nepal and Sri Lanka.

Product overview

Revolt Motors is an Indian electric vehicle manufacturer and next-generation mobility company that has developed India's first AI-enabled electric motorcycles. Founded in 2017 by Micromax co-founder Rahul Sharma and acquired by RattanIndia Enterprises in 2023, the company manufactures five electric motorcycle models: RV1 (entry-level commuter at ₹99,999), RV1+ (upgraded commuter at ₹1,04,990), RV BlazeX (mid-range at ₹1,19,990), RV400 BRZ (sport variant at ₹1,29,950), and RV400 (premium flagship at ₹1,39,950). The product lineup ranges from budget-friendly commuter bikes to performance-oriented motorcycles, all featuring AI-enabled capabilities, smart connectivity via the proprietary MyRevolt mobile app, and removable battery systems with fast charging. The company operates a manufacturing facility at IMT Manesar and has expanded to 25 cities across India, with international presence in Nepal and Sri Lanka.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Revolt RV400 Premium AI-enabled electric motorcycle with 85 km/h top speed, 150-160 km range per charge in Eco mode, 4 selectable artificial sounds, removable battery with fast charging, 5.2 sec 0-40 km/h acceleration, and smart connectivity via MyRevolt app.
• Revolt RV400 BRZ Sport-oriented variant of RV400 with 150 km range, 45 km/h restricted top speed (85 km/h in Sport mode), NMC battery, IP67 rating, and mono-shock suspension. Targeted at performance riders seeking enhanced comfort.

Quantifiable outcome

• ₹2,212 monthly savings compared to petrol bike for 50 km daily commute
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Ola Electric: India's largest electric two-wheeler manufacturer offering a broad range of electric scooters (S1 series) with D2C sales and extensive dealer footprint. Direct competitor to Revolt in the Indian EV 2W category, though focused on scooters rather than motorcycles.
• Ather Energy: Premium Indian electric scooter manufacturer (450X, Rizta) backed by Hero MotoCorp. Competes with Revolt for tech-forward urban EV 2W buyers; both emphasise connected features, premium positioning, and India-centric product design.
• Hero Electric: One of India's oldest and largest electric two-wheeler manufacturers (Optima, NYX, Photon) focused on mass-market commuter scooters and low-speed e-bikes. Competes with Revolt's RV1/RV1+ entry-level positioning on price-sensitive buyers.

Broad incumbents

• Bajaj Auto: Traditional Indian two-wheeler incumbent that has launched the Chetak Electric scooter. Leverages massive dealer/service network and ICE brand equity to compete with Revolt across the EV 2W category.
• TVS Motor Company: Major Indian two-wheeler OEM with the iQube electric scooter. Uses extensive manufacturing scale and dealer network to pressure Revolt's pricing and service accessibility, particularly in Tier 2/3 cities.

Emerging players

• Simple Energy: Bengaluru-based EV scooter startup (Simple One) targeting Indian commuters with premium specs and connected features. Overlaps with Revolt's tech-forward positioning and Tier 2/3 city expansion strategy.
• Okinawa Autotech: Indian EV two-wheeler manufacturer focused on affordable electric scooters (Praise, iPraise, Lite) for mass-market commuters. Competes with Revolt's RV1/RV1+ in the budget commuter segment.
• Matter Energy: Ahmedabad-based EV motorcycle startup with the Aera geared-electric motorcycle. Most direct motorcycle-format competitor to Revolt's RV400/RV400 BRZ, also targeting Indian performance-oriented commuter riders.
• Bounce Infinity: Bengaluru-based EV 2W startup offering electric scooters with battery-swap model. Competes with Revolt on innovative business models (swappable vs. Revolt's portable removable battery) and price-sensitive urban buyers.

Regional players

• Gogoro: Taiwan-based global leader in electric scooters with battery-swapping infrastructure, expanding into India via partnerships. Relevant comparable for connected EV 2W technology and battery-as-a-service business model, though not directly competing in India today.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/RevoltMotorsIN
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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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