The Flash series is the start of Hero Electric’s electric scooter line. This model has a lead-acid battery (VRLA), which helps to keep the electric scooter’s price low. The range of this electric scooter is good for city rides. Let’s get started on our Flash LX (VRLA) electric scooter review, where we’ll go over every detail.
Flash LX: Looks
Flash LX M01d looks like the other model of this LX series looks. This electric scooter gives a good look, it looks similar to old TVS scooty.
The large headlight provided in the apron looks fantastic from the front. There are some colourful designs on the apron’s side. The electric scooter has indicators set in the handlebars, giving it a unique appearance.
When seen from the sides, the scooter appears to be fairly good. With various design features, Hero incorporated the model badge (HERO ELECTRIC FLASH LX). Although it is a subjective topic, this design appears to be overfilled. However, you may enjoy this type of design.
The Flash LX electric scooter’s back profile appears to be rather wide. The taillight and blinkers are on the same panel, giving it the appearance of a large electric scooter.
Overall the looks of the Hero Electric Flash LX look nice.
Flash LX: Ride and Comfort
The seat on this Flash LX is comfortable and wide. It can comfortably accommodate two persons. The seat is well-cushioned and on the softer side. This type of seat makes city journeys quite pleasant.
The suspensions on the Flash LX are of high quality. Difficulty and rough rides are no longer an option. The cutting-edge telescopic suspension ensures smooth and jerk-free riding.
Flash LX: Space
When it comes to space, you’ll notice that there’s a little bit of room around the key socket. It’s like a cavity where you can store small items like sunglasses, keys, and wallets while on the run.
You get a hook to hang your luggage on, and there’s a lot of legroom so you can comfortably carry your office bags, supermarket bags, and whatever else you need.
This Hero Electric LX (VRLA) has ample under-seat storage, and the Flash LX has a large grab rail on which you can place a box to transport your belongings. You will be given the box as an accessory.
Flash LX: Instrument Console
You will get a fully digital instrument panel. It is a black and white panel, where you get all required information like battery status, speedometer, and odometer.
Flash LX: Colour Options
This Hero electric flash LX comes in two colour options, which are very common in an electric scooter but with good graphics, these colours really suit the scooter. These colours are:
- Red
- Silver
Flash LX: Technical Overview
Motor
It comes with a 250-watt BLDC, powerful hub motor. This is water-resistant and provides good torque, which makes your ride fun. Hero has limited its speed to 25 kmph, this speed is fine for the city but not meant for the highways.
Battery
Flash LX (VRLA) comes with 48 volts, 20 Ah lead-acid battery. This battery is inside the electric scooter is not detachable, you have to charge it at your parking place. The life of this battery is not as good as a lithium-ion battery but it is quite cheaper than lithium-ion batteries.
Range
Hero claims 50 km range in full charge but in the real world, you will get 40 km to 45 km range. It drops because of so many factors like tyre pressure, how many times you apply breaks, weight on it and many more.
Charging
It comes with a good quality charger, that charges the scooter in 8 hours to 10 hours. When you use this scooter on daily basis it will take around 6 hours to 7 hours to fully charge the scooter.
Warranty
Hero Electric is offering 3 years warranty on the scooter and a 1-year warranty on the battery.
Tyres
Hero used alloy wheels in the scooter which really looks like machine cut alloys, it comes with 12 inches CEAT tyres. These big-sized tyres really help to provide a good grip on the roads.
Pros and Cons
Pros.
- Good quality
- Agressive Price
- Good storage space
- Big tyres
- Looks
- LED headlight
- Digital Instrument Console
- Alloy Wheels
- USB charger
Cons.
- Less power
- Low range
- More chrging time
Flash LX Price
Hero Electric Flash LX price Rs 46,640 ex-showroom Delhi and For this, you do not have to have a registration, license, and insurance. It is a good looking and budget-friendly electric scooter.
Flash LX: Verdict
As a first scooter, I think the Hero Electric LX is a good choice. It’s also great for city commutes and rides. It has good specifications and is reasonably priced. You may keep it at home and use it to travel short distances or complete daily tasks. It will be an excellent solution for those who run 20 to 30 kilometers each day. This scooter allows you to save a significant amount of money.