Okaya's highest-capacity e-rickshaw battery in the current range is the MAX Rider at 145Ah: a 12V, 100% tubular, ICAT-approved battery with a 15-month warranty. Older material, including this blog's title, refers to a 150Ah model, which is not part of the current range. This guide explains the MAX Rider's specifications, how it is built and how to decide whether its capacity suits your e-rickshaw.
The MAX Rider is a 145Ah, 12V tubular battery. The table below lists the specifications published on its MAX Rider e-rickshaw battery product page.
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Specification |
MAX Rider |
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Capacity |
145Ah at C20 rate |
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Nominal voltage |
12V |
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Dimensions (L x W x H, up to terminal) |
410 x 172 x 275 mm (+/- 2 mm) |
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Technology |
Tubular |
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Lead purity |
99.98% pure lead |
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Alloy |
Low antimony |
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Warranty |
15 months, paperless registration |
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Approval |
ICAT approved |
Capacity in ampere-hours (Ah) shows how much charge the battery stores, and the C20 rate means the figure is measured over a 20-hour discharge. A higher capacity stores more energy per charge, which helps on longer or heavier routes. Real range still depends on passenger load, road condition, speed and driving style. Okaya's guidance for its e-rickshaw batteries is about 70 to 120 km on a full charge, depending on capacity and driving conditions.
Because this is a 12V battery, an e-rickshaw uses several of them in series to reach its system voltage. For example, a 48V system uses four 12V batteries. Your vehicle manufacturer specifies the voltage and the number of batteries.
If you are unsure how many batteries your vehicle needs, the guide on how many batteries an e-rickshaw uses explains it step by step.
Okaya states the following about the MAX Rider's construction:
100% tubular construction, designed for repeated charge and discharge in daily use.
99.98% pure lead.
A paste formulation designed for quick recharging.
Low antimony alloy, for low maintenance.
Factory charged and ready to use.
For a wider look at what separates a dependable e-rickshaw battery, read best battery for e-rickshaws.
Okaya states that its e-rickshaw batteries usually take 8 to 10 hours to charge with a standard charger. The exact time depends on how deeply the battery was discharged and on the charger used, so most owners charge after the day's run.
Choose by your vehicle's voltage, tray size, daily running hours and the warranty you want, not by capacity alone.
Fit: confirm the battery's dimensions (410 x 172 x 275 mm) and terminal layout match your battery tray.
Usage: higher capacity suits longer or heavier daily routes.
Warranty: the MAX Rider has the longest warranty in the range, at 15 months.
Other options start at 120Ah, and you can compare every model and its warranty in the e-rickshaw battery price list.
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Series |
Capacity (Ah) |
Warranty (months) |
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ECO Rider |
120 |
7 |
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PRO Rider |
120 |
9 |
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PRO+ Rider |
125 |
12 |
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PRO+ Rider |
135 |
12 |
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MAX Rider |
145 |
15 |
How do you look after an e-rickshaw battery?
A low-antimony tubular battery needs little upkeep, but a few habits protect its life:
Charge with a compatible charger and avoid leaving the battery deeply discharged for long periods.
Keep the terminals clean and tight, and keep the top of the battery dry.
Check regularly for loose connections, swelling or leakage.
To recognise early warning signs, see the guide on common problems in electric rickshaw batteries.
Warranty registration is paperless. Register on the Okaya product warranty registration page or contact Okaya Care on +91 9818 909090 or at care@okaya.in. Okaya lists an all-India onsite service network for the MAX Rider.
No. Okaya's current e-rickshaw range tops out at 145Ah in the MAX Rider. Older material refers to a 150Ah model, which is not part of the current range.
What is the capacity and voltage of the MAX Rider?
145Ah at the C20 rate, with a nominal voltage of 12V.
What are the dimensions of the MAX Rider battery?
410 x 172 x 275 mm (length x width x height up to terminal), with a tolerance of 2 mm. Okaya's product page does not list the weight.
What warranty does the MAX Rider have?
15 months, with paperless registration.
Is the MAX Rider a tubular battery?
Yes. It is a tubular battery and, like Okaya's other e-rickshaw batteries, ICAT approved.
How long does it take to charge an Okaya e-rickshaw battery?
Okaya states 8 to 10 hours with a standard charger, depending on discharge level and the charger.
How far can an e-rickshaw run on one charge?
Okaya indicates about 70 to 120 km depending on battery capacity and driving conditions. Load, road and driving style affect the real figure.
How many 12V batteries does an e-rickshaw need?
It depends on the system voltage specified by the vehicle manufacturer. A 48V system, for example, uses four 12V batteries.
How do I contact Okaya for e-rickshaw battery service?
Call Okaya Care on +91 9818 909090 or write to care@okaya.in.
To see current models and e-rickshaw battery price details, visit Okaya's e-rickshaw battery page, or use the Okaya dealer locator to find a store near you.