Oben Electric, an R&D driven homegrown electric motorcycle manufacturer, has raised additional ₹50 Cr in May 2025 through an extended Series A funding round. The extended series A round follows series A round of ₹50 Cr raise in January 2025, bringing the total Series A funding to ₹100 Cr and overall funding raised to ₹200 Cr. The round saw participation from new and existing investors including Helios Holdings, Sharda family office, Kay family and other new & existing investors. This fund raise signals strong investor conviction in Oben Electric’s consistent growth, product quality, financial metrics and electric motorcycle segment leadership.
Mr. Sandesh from Sharda family office commented: “Oben Electric had the right technology, product market fit and growth indicators. They are operating in an untapped large market opportunity with multi-fold revenue growth QoQ, the feedback of the electric motorcycle was great and their vertical integration of critical EV components, including LFP battery, motor and vehicle control unit is a key differentiator. We were also impressed by the maturity of the founders which is required to build such a large & complex business and believe that they would be successful in building the first global electric motorcycle brand from India.”
This latest infusion of funds will power Oben Electric’s continuing growth and accelerate its expansion to over 150 showrooms across 50+ cities by FY26, fast-tracking product development of the company’s new ‘O100’ platform for affordable electric motorcycles under ₹1 lakh, and scaling up its manufacturing within Bangalore facility and strengthening its after-sales service network across markets.
Following the initial Series A raise, Oben Electric rapidly scaled with 37 retail outlets across 26 cities in 13 states, entering key markets like Punjab, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha, underscoring strong post-funding execution and demand.
Madhumita Agrawal, Founder & CEO of Oben Electric, said, “The extended Series A funding is a strong vote of confidence from our investors and comes at a time when our momentum is accelerating nationwide. We’re expanding not just our retail footprint but also our innovation roadmap with platforms like O100 that aim to democratize electric motorcycles for the mass market. Backed by full vertical integration and a resilient supply chain, this funding prepares us for a new phase of scale, impact, and growth opportunities.”
Oben Electric stands apart as an R&D-led, vertically integrated company, designing and manufacturing not just electric motorcycles but also all critical components, including batteries, motors, vehicle control units, and home fast chargers. Backed by a 500+ member expert team, Oben operates a fully compliant, 100,000-units-per-year manufacturing facility in Jigani, Bengaluru, supported by a strong domestic supply chain of 150+ vendors. Its e-motorcycles undergo testing across 200+ performance parameters and are supported by 68,000+ public charging stations and 10+ ecosystem partners for insurance, financing, and roadside assistance.
Oben Electric has emerged as a preferred choice for daily commuters with its Rorr electric motorcycle lineup. The Oben Rorr EZ, starting at ₹99,999, is tailored for city commuters with rapid acceleration (0–40 km/h in just 3.3 seconds), a top speed of 95 km/h, and a range of up to 175 km (IDC) across three battery variants. Alongside, the company continues to offer its flagship Oben Rorr, known for delivering high-performance electric mobility. Both motorcycles are powered by high performance LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery technology, a first in India’s electric two-wheeler segment, ensuring superior durability, safety, and consistent performance across extreme weather conditions.
Looking ahead, Oben Electric plans to raise USD 30 million in Series B in 2025 to support international expansion and further scale-up of production and product lines, building on its vision of “Designed in India for the World.”
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