Stop before you buy a new bike! Hero’s upcoming electric motorcycle was spotted during road testing

Hero MotoCorp recently previewed its new electric bike at the EICMA 2026 auto show and now a few days later, the motorcycle has been spotted testing on Indian roads. This will be the first electric bike to come under the company’s electric brand ‘Vida’. It has been named UBX 06. With this bike, Vida brand is going to enter the electric motorcycle segment after electric scooters.

Design and appearance

The bike was fully covered as seen during road testing. However, its design and size appear to be exactly the same as what was showcased at the EICMA show. Its look is inspired by supermoto bikes, where the rider can sit upright and ride comfortably. Its front end is slightly raised and the rear end is kept quite compact. In the model showcased at the show, LED projector headlights and DRLs were provided inside a special frame at the front, although the knuckle guards on the handle were not visible in the testing model.

Features and Hardware

Talking about the features, this bike has a large digital display (TFT screen) with a control button on the left handle to operate. Apart from this, it also comes with premium features like cruise control to make long distance journeys easier.

For better ride and safety, the bike is expected to get disc brakes at both the wheels and single-channel ABS. Upside-down (USD) forks at the front and monoshock suspension at the rear are provided to protect against shocks on rough roads.

Battery and performance

The company has not yet shared official information regarding its battery and range. But the model spotted at EICMA shows it will have a larger fixed battery and a mid-drive motor, powering the rear wheel via a chain. A typical electric scooter has a motor inside the wheel, but placing the motor in the middle gives the bike better balance.

Currently, Vida only sells electric scooters, so the UBX 06 will be a big step for the company. It is expected that Hero may launch it in the Indian market by mid-2027.

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