It seems to have become accepted practice that newer models of electric vehicles (EVs) that are produced by two-wheeler start-ups are not even close to being ready when they are introduced to the public. August 2021 was the month that Bengaluru-based Simple Energy 'launched' their One electric scooter; however, at the time, the scooter was still very much in the prototype stage. After waiting for what feels like an eternity, we are finally going to be able to ride this much-anticipated electric scooter.
The start-up company based in Bengaluru is in the business of constructing electric two-wheelers from the ground up. The company develops full in-house goods that are made in India, beginning with the design of its surface, continuing with the design of its chassis and moving on to the creation of its batteries, and culminating with the development of its motors. Nevertheless, the trip has not been without its share of difficulties along the way.
In the traditional approach to automotive design, the process begins with the creation of concept sketches, moves on to physical modelling, then moves on to reverse-engineering the physical model, visualization, and finally, physical and digital prototyping. Each phase of the process utilizes a unique piece of software and a unique set of methods, and as a result, the entire process can take a significant amount of time. ALIAS Surface was utilized by Simple Energy to construct three-dimensional models that had a realistic appearance and were derived from product sketches. Alias has enabled them to eliminate the physical and clay modelling process from their workflow, which has resulted in significant time savings. This has given them the confidence to move forward with the development of production-level surface data. The overall size of the file is not particularly large, which means that it is simple to transfer among teams and open in fewer configurations on different platforms. Alias features some of the greatest modules for importing and exporting files, which makes managing files a lot easier for designers. It also allows reverse engineering, which enables our team to quickly transition from mesh data obtained from vendors or suppliers to high-quality Class-A surfaces that are ready for engineering detail design.
 

The manufacturer, Simple Energy, asserts that once it goes on sale, this electric scooter will be the one that can cover the most ground the quickest, and the technical parameters support that assertion. The in-house developed motor generates power ratings that are comparable to those of the Ola S1 Pro (4.5kW continuous/8.5kW peak), but the 72Nm torque figure is unrivalled in the e-scooter sector. The manufacturer asserts that its product has an industry-leading acceleration time of 2.77 seconds from 0 to 40 kilometers per hour and a maximum speed of 105 kilometers per hour. These numbers are amazing, but what jumped out to me was how smooth, predictable, and simple it was to utilize the accelerator in each of the four riding modes. This was the aspect that impressed me the most. Having said that, the top two modes did exhibit a tiny overrun, which is a phenomenon in which the scooter continues to pick up speed for a fraction of a second after you have removed your foot from the accelerator. To their credit, a well-tuned accelerator response is something that many electric vehicles appear to struggle with, and the Simple One is already considerably better than the majority of the electric vehicles that we have tested. The manufacturer has assured the public that all of these issues would be resolved before they begin mass production of the scooters.
Even though we were restricted in the amount of space we were able to ride in, the scooter was still able to quickly surpass the estimated speed of 80 kilometers per hour when it was set to its highest Sonic setting. The total performance seems just as swift as an Ola S1 Pro in hyper mode, which suggests that this should be among the fastest scooters in the country. However, the Simple One's range is where it truly shines as a competitive advantage.
 

The battery will be a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 4.8 kWh. It is expected to have a top speed of 100 kilometers per hour, a range of 240 kilometers when operating in the Eco mode, and an acceleration time of 3.6 seconds when going from 0 to 50 kilometers per hour. In addition, the mileage that can be achieved on a single charge with the Simple Energy One is 300 kilometers. This is the ARAI mileage that is reported to be achieved by all trim levels of the One.
Additionally, the bike is equipped with front and rear brakes, making it easy to control while on the go. The bike also has a Shimano 7 speed gear system that makes riding easy and comfortable.
 

The Simple Energy One bike is a great way to get around town. It's easy to ride, and it's got a comfortable seat. Plus, the bike has a lot of features that will make your commute easier.
The bike has an automatic gear system that will help you pedal at your pace. And the frame is made from lightweight aluminium, so it's easy to manoeuvre. The Simple Energy One Electric Bike has been in the market for a while now, but it is still a little rough around the edges. There are a few quality control issues, including some gaps in the panels. However, Simple Energy has promised to fix these before selling the bike to the public. There is also a problem with the ergonomics of the seat. It could use a half-inch more padding or a slight redesign.
The Simple Energy One Electric Bike has two battery packs. The combined range in Eco mode is 236km under IDC conditions. The internal testing reveals a higher mileage, but the battery range drops to 38 percent after 40km. Despite this, the Simple Energy One offers a great riding experience and is an excellent alternative to riding a conventional bike. The Simple One offers four ride modes. In Sonic mode, you can accelerate to 105 km/h. In Dash mode, you can accelerate to 90 km/h. Simple Energy plans to sell the Simple One with 100-section front and 110-section rear tyres. The Simple One weighs 110kg and has a 775mm seat height.
Overall, the Simple Energy One bike is an excellent choice for anyone who wants an easy ride at a reasonable price.