2024
Ather Rizta - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 420710 |
|---|---|
| Category | Scooter |
| Make | Ather |
| Model | Rizta |
| Year | 2024 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc. Combined braking system. Hydraulically actuated triple-piston calliper disc. |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 200 mm (7.9 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Telescopic fork |
| Fronttyre | 2.15-12 |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Hydraulically actuated single-piston calliper disc. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Monoshock |
| Reartyre | 2.50-12 |
| Seat | Large family seat |
Engine & Transmission
| Coolingsystem | Air |
|---|---|
| Driveline | Reverse assist. |
| Gearbox | Automatic |
| Topspeed | 80.0 km/h (49.7 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Belt (final drive) |
Other Specifications
| Carryingcapacity | Underseat storage, 56 L |
|---|---|
| Coloroptions | Grey, White, Green/white, Yellow/white,Grey/white, Blue |
| Comments | Lithium-ion, 2.9 or 3.7 kW battery. Range 159 km. 0-80% (Home Charging) 5 hours 45 minutes. Phone connectivity. Navigation. Made in India. |
| Instruments | 7 inch TFT touchscreen |
| Light | LED headlight |
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Seatheight | 780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 113.0 kg (249.1 pounds) |
About Ather
Country of Origin:
India
Founder:
Tarun Mehta & Swapnil Jain
Best Known For:
Connected, performance-oriented electric scooters (Ather 450 series) and charging networks
Company History
Ather Energy redefined Indian e-scooters by treating them as smart, performance products rather than mere economy tools. The 450 platform introduced crisp throttle mapping, strong regen/ABS braking, and a rigid chassis that made city riding engaging. Ather built its own software stack—navigation, OTA updates, ride analytics—on a robust, glove-friendly touchscreen, bringing smartphone-era UX to two wheels. Crucially, the company invested in charging infrastructure (Ather Grid) at cafes and high-footfall locations, easing early adopter friction and signaling long-term intent. Batteries and thermal strategies were tuned for India’s heat and stop-go traffic; service centers emphasized rapid diagnostics and transparent costs. As state incentives evolved, Ather scaled production while preserving attention to feel: predictable power delivery, stable ride, and honest range estimates. Historically, Ather catalyzed India’s premium e-scooter segment, pushing competitors toward better software, stronger braking, and realistic performance claims. It also reframed the ownership experience—updates that improve the vehicle over time and a brand voice that treats riders like co-developers. For dense cities, Ather’s proposition—fast enough to be fun, smart enough to be convenient—made electric not just viable but desirable.