Okiawa okhi - 90 review

 

Priced at Rs. 1.31 lakh, the Okinawa Okhi-90 is a feature-loaded scooter. The design too makes it stand out from the Mob.The  Okhi-90 looks nothing like the existing Hero Honda street bike.

The scooter features the largest wheels in the segment, measuring 16 inches in diameter. Also, it has a long wheelbase of 1,520 mm. The seat height isn’t short by any means either, at 900 mm. 

In terms of styling highlights, Okinawa has used LED lights all around. The front apron is slim, and it houses LED turn blinkers and LED DRLs. The headlamp is an all-LED unit as well. However, the illumination could’ve been better.Nevertheless, under-seat storage space is rated at 40 liters and comes with a USB port to charge mobile phones. The tail lamp design is neat and makes the scooter look modern. Subtle chrome inserts also boost the zing factor on the Okhi-90 like the aluminum brake levers.

The instrument console of the newest Okinawa is an all-digital unit. Buyers can also upgrade to an IoT-enabled colored digital display. It lets the user connect the mobile phone to the scooter via an app to keep a check on various stats and the location of the scooter. Other features include keyless entry & go, parking mode, anti-theft alarm, real-time GPS tracking, and more.

A 3.6 kWh lithium-ion battery pack lodged under seat  powers  the 3.8 kW electric motor beast . Interestingly, the battery is detachable, while the motor is centrally-mounted , as a result, the Okhi-90 has a low centre of gravity making the bike stable on bends and curves. Motor provides a strong pull all the way up to 60 kmph, post which the progress is slow. Okinawa claims a top speed of approximately 90 kmph.  Out of the two riding modes – Eco and Sport, the former is tuned for more range, whereas the latter ensures fun.

The telescopic forks on the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear  make the scooter more cushiony. Okinawa has used disc brakes on both ends that work in tandem.