Electric motorbikes are changing the way we move, offering a cleaner, cheaper alternative to petrol bikes. As batteries get better and charging becomes easier, more and more riders are making the switch from petrol to electric.
However, purchasing your first electric motorbike requires careful consideration of several factors, especially the price, which can be considerably high for a low income earner. Thanks to M-KOPA Mobility, you can own an electric motorbike without paying for everything at once.
Why go electric?
There are a lot of advantages to using an e-bike compared to a traditional one. Some of the benefits include:
- Lower maintenance: Electric motorbikes have fewer moving parts than petrol bikes, so they do not require oil changes, filters, or valve adjustments. This results in lower maintenance costs.
- Fuel savings: Charging an electric motorbike is generally much cheaper than fueling a petrol motorbike. While the price of electricity can fluctuate, it is significantly cheaper than petrol.
- Environmental sustainability: Electric motorbikes do not produce smoke or loud noise. This reduces air pollution in cities and urban areas, where traffic emissions are a growing problem.
For more, read our article on “Why Switch to Electric Motorbikes? Cost Savings vs Petrol Bikes”
Why choose M-KOPA?
Owning an electric motorbike through M-KOPA is the way to go for Every Day Earners. We take the financial stress out of the equation and help you focus on maximizing the machine for generating more income.
To deliver our promise better, we have partnered with the best bike makers in Africa, including Roam, Ampersand, and Spiro, to bring these bikes directly to you on a pay-as-you-go financial model. That is, you pay a small deposit to get the e-bike, and then make manageable daily or weekly payments as you use it.
In addition, you enjoy KSH 300 in daily savings, comprehensive insurance, medical cover and more benefits including battery swaps and a two-year warranty on your electric bike. Our partners often have swapping stations so that when your battery is low, you simply go to one of their stations to swap your battery for a full one in minutes and keep moving.
Available e-bike models and plans
1. Ampersand Turaco
This model gives you the flexibility to quickly swap your battery on the go so you never miss a business opportunity. The electric motorbike comes with unlimited battery swaps (paid to Ampersand), 2 high-quality helmets and 2 reflectors, as well as insurance.
2. Roam Air
Built in Kenya for Kenyans, the Roam Air motorbike enables you to charge at home, at work or at any charging station across Nairobi. The e-bike comes with 1-2 lithium-ion batteries, 2 high-quality helmets, 2 reflectors, and comprehensive insurance.
3. M-KOPA Spiro
With Spiro, you never have to wait to charge — simply swap your battery at any Spiro station and get back on the road in minutes. Pay conveniently through M-KOPA’s flexible financing, and enjoy clean, cost-effective mobility every day.
4. Bolt Fleet
Through our partnership with Bolt, you have the opportunity to lease Roam and Ampersand electric motorbikes at a discounted price in comparison to the current market rates. Riders on the Bolt platform will be able to access an electric bike for as low as KES 10,000- 15,000.
How to own your first e-bike with M-KOPA
Mary Atieno Oketch, an entrepreneur from Kenya, paid a deposit of KSH 25,000 for the Roam Air model, followed by KSH 550 daily installments. Then, she hired someone to use the bike as a boda-boda rider, and this has become her main source of income to support her family today.
You can enjoy the M-KOPA advantage just like Mary. But before you head to one of our outlets, ensure you have the basics ready.
Requirements
- A valid ID card
- A registered phone number
- A clean credit history (if you’ve previously bought an M-KOPA phone)
- The minimum deposit for the e-bike (this varies by model and condition of the bike)
Next steps
- Visit any M-KOPA Mobility Shop (use our store locator to find the one closest to you).
- Present the necessary documents for identification: an agent will verify your details.
- Choose an e-bike model that fits your preference: an agent will explain the daily payment plan based on the model of your choice.
- Pay the required deposit amount for your chosen model: a logbook will be opened to keep tabs on your repayment history.
- Ride away with your new bike: after the necessary paperwork, you will get your keys and your training on how to handle the bike.
Ready to own your first electric motorbike? Visit any one of our M-KOPA Mobility Service Centers to get yours.
Disclaimer: M-KOPA does not manufacture electric motorbikes. Instead, we partner with leading providers to make these bikes accessible through flexible financing.
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