In the fast-evolving world of electric two-wheelers, few voices are as bold and unfiltered as that of Dinesh Arjun, Co-Founder and CEO of Raptee.HV. With a clear passion for pushing boundaries, Arjun is leading the charge—literally—with high-voltage (HV) electric motorcycles that deliver the thrill of 300cc petrol bikes while shattering conventional EV limitations. His no-holds-barred approach highlights why Raptee.HV isn’t just building bikes; it’s pioneering an entirely new architecture for India’s roads.
High-voltage technology—common in electric cars for years—has been virtually absent in the two-wheeler segment until now. Traditional electric motorcycles rely on lower-voltage systems, which often struggle with heat buildup, efficiency drops during sustained high performance, and limited fast-charging options. Raptee.HV flips the script with its proprietary HV platform (around 240V), enabling superior power delivery, reduced thermal stress, and compatibility with widespread CCS2 DC fast chargers—the same ones used by electric cars.
“It’s because high voltage as an architecture is new, there’s no real structure or regulation around it and nobody’s really worked on it. So it’s essentially something that we’ve had to take off of the ground,” Arjun explains candidly. “In fact, we’re working closely with ARAI on developing the regulation itself
“This trailblazing effort required building from scratch: designing in-house components, creating performance and safety standards, fostering a new supplier ecosystem, and collaborating directly with regulators like the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI). The payoff? Raptee.HV’s flagship T30 became India’s first high-voltage electric motorcycle to receive ARAI certification, complete with CCS2 fast-charging support—allowing 20-80% charge in about 36 minutes at public stations.
To overcome the skepticism and talent gap in this uncharted territory, Arjun adopted a refreshingly pragmatic hiring philosophy. “So the way that we’ve done it is largely to get fresh talent, who already does not have a bias. If I’m being honest, in 2022 when we actually went out and told suppliers and some of the people in the industry that we are building motorcycles on high voltage, everybody called us crazy.
“Instead of chasing “the best” established experts—who were often tied to outdated low-voltage mindsets—Raptee.HV blended a handful of industry veterans as advisors with eager, unbiased fresh graduates. The result: groundbreaking innovation, over 160 patents, in-house PCBs, and a deep-tech ecosystem that’s now validated by the industry. Today, even legacy players like Royal Enfield and TVS are exploring high-voltage paths, proving Arjun’s vision was ahead of its time.
The proof rides on the road with the Raptee T30. This mid-size electric motorcycle rivals 250-300cc ICE bikes with blistering performance:
- Peak power: 22 kW (~30 hp)
- Instant torque: 70 Nm
- 0-60 km/h acceleration: under 3.5 seconds
- Top speed: 135 km/h
- Claimed IDC range: 200 km (real-world around 120-150 km depending on mode: Comfort, Power, or Sprint)
It weighs in at about 177 kg, features dual-channel ABS, large disc brakes (320 mm front), and an 8-year/80,000 km battery warranty—making it a practical yet thrilling daily commuter or weekend warrior.
Arjun’s vision extends beyond the T30. With the HV platform now mature, Raptee.HV plans rapid expansion: new models every 12 months on the current architecture, followed by a more affordable, mass-market bike in the 150cc-equivalent segment within 24-30 months. The goal? Bring high-voltage excitement and fast-charging convenience to the masses, eliminating range anxiety and heat-related performance dips that plague lower-voltage EVs.
In a market where electric two-wheelers are often seen as compromises, Raptee.HV under Dinesh Arjun is proving they can be superior—faster, cooler, more efficient, and future-proof. As he puts it, the entire motorcycle ecosystem will inevitably shift to high voltage, just as cars did. And thanks to pioneers like Raptee.HV, India is leading that transition on two wheels.
