OLA S1 Pro [2021-2023] Price in Kanhan

The buying experience was great. The form and details requested were pretty specific and common, so no hassle in that. Received the bike within a week and the riding experience was also great, as there is no engine there no vibration as compared to other bikes, the hyper mode is amazingly hyper, and the bike easily goes to 70+. The suspensions are also very smooth.

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I booked s1 pro on dussera 2021 with an expectation to be delivered by the year-end, booking amount was 500 rs so wasn't much wishful, as I booked a tesla model 3 on 2016 which is never delivered in India (1000 usd booking). Anyways was surprised to receive a mail near holi to make final payments and my scooter will be delivered by may end. I was excited and made full payment and they did abide by the promise.
The delivery experience was smooth and coordinated and I faced no hassles in getting delivered at home in nagpur apart from a last-minute glitch of having the wrong scooter delivered but it was an honest mix-up as both same colors and assigned for a similar area. The initial impression of the scooter was very negative, having owned a honda dio for over a decade I was at least expecting my helmet to fit in the trunk which, despite being spacious wasn't the right size for storing my regular-sized helmet. And where is the center stand? it's an absolute must but if they did for the sensor and software issue. At least they had provision for the same and I got an aftermarket stand installed separately.
The driving experience is definitely an upgrade from traditional ice - the ride height, suspension system, dual disc brakes, wide and comfortable seats, and peppy motor make it check all boxes in the ride quality section. Its looks are unique and definitely head turner! software is another matter however ev makes it 40% software and 60% hardware. And the software is buggy - the charge level problems, occasional lags in the interface, and delay in promised updates do not look good on ola's books.
I haven't faced any maintenance needs and do not expect any necessity to service since there aren't any mechanical parts. The range is great and I do manage to get about 135-140 on a single charge as promised true range. Perhaps if I use regen braking more aggressively I may be able to manage more juice out of it, but I don't feel the need since I mostly cruise and only use it for leisure travels.
My friend's test drove this scooter as well, and they were all thrilled and enjoyed the ride! almost everyone mentioned the negative news coverage this is getting which I can understand by the framing effect people have.

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At the time of purchase, they do not describe the weight of the person. If your weight is more than 70kg you do not buy this. But in India normally we ride double seats so each person has to maintain 35kg, is this scooter for children.
An online service is so poor I suggest everyone not buy online.
Now about mileage, whatever the range shows on display is always fake do not plan your ride accordingly.
Battery charging takes lots of time.
And I get delivery of this bike on 11th February 2023 and till today 15 April 2023 purchased accessories have not been received.

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