BGauss B8

BGauss plans to launch two new high-speed electric scooters early next year. Check out our exclusive report on what these scooters are and the company’s expansion plans.

The BGauss B8 electric scooter and BGauss A2 were launched in July 2020. The B8 is offered in three variants: lead acid, lithium ion, and LI technology. BGauss is the sub-brand of RR Global, a Mumbai-based conglomerate in the electrical industry. It unveiled its electric scooter range in early July 2020.

BGauss B8 Price:

The price of the BGauss B8 starts from Rs 62,999 for the base lead-acid variant. The mid-spec lithium-ion battery variant will set you back by Rs 82,999 and the LI technology costs Rs 88,999, all ex-showroom. The LI technology is the top-end variant with a number of smart features. More about it in the paragraphs below.

 BGauss B8 Features:

The BGauss B8 LI technology variant is loaded with tech-savvy bits like IoT-enabled (Internet Of Things) navigation assist, ride metrics, remote diagnostics, battery’s state of health and its charging state, live tracking, geo-fencing and full charge alert. Other noteworthy features in the base lead-acid and mid-spec lithium-Ion battery variant include anti-theft alarm, anti-theft motor locking, centralised seat lock, USB charging, reverse assist and side-stand sensor. The scooters also feature three riding modes: low, mid and high. 

BGauss B8 Motor:

The BGauss B8 and all of its variants are powered by a 1900W BrushLess DC (BLDC) hub motor. It is connected to a 60V fixed lead-acid battery in the base variant. The mid-spec and top-end versions get a 57.6V removable lithium-ion battery pack. In any case, the top speed is limited to 50kmph across all the variants. The lead-acid battery takes about 5-6 hours for 80 per cent charge and 7-8 hours for a full charge. On the other hand, the lithium-ion battery pack takes two hours to reach 80 per cent and three hours for a complete charge.  

BGauss B8 Suspension & Brakes:

The BGauss B8 and its variants use a telescopic front fork and twin rear shock absorbers. All the variants also get a double piston front disc and a disc at the rear with regenerative braking and CBS as standard. The alloy wheels are wrapped with Ceat Zoom rubber on both ends. 

BGauss B8 Rivals:

The BGauss B8 goes up against the Okinawa Praise, Okinawa iPraise, Ampere Magnus Pro, Hero Electric Photon LP and Gemopai Astrid Lite.