Ather Rizta Electric Scooter Spotted in Nepal Ahead of Launch
The upcoming Ather Rizta electric scooter has been seen in Kathmandu, indicating that its official launch is just around the corner. The scooter is currently undergoing testing. Bookings are already open through Vaidya Energy, Ather’s official distributor in Nepal.
The Rizta has a simple, clean design that aims to appeal to a wide range of riders, especially families. It doesn’t look as sporty as the Ather 450 series but has a more practical style. At the front, it features a horizontal headlight with built-in daytime running lights (DRLs) and turn signals. The side and rear panels are designed as a single flowing unit, and the rear tail light mirrors the sleek, bar-like design of the headlight.
The Rizta focuses on comfort and utility. It has a spacious 56-litre under-seat storage area, a long and wide 900mm seat, and a roomy floorboard. According to Ather, this is the largest seat ever on a scooter in India. The boot is large enough to hold groceries, office bags, umbrellas, and more. There's even a small front compartment for storing small items like wallets or coins.
The Rizta is loaded with modern features. It includes SkidControl traction control, tow and theft alerts, emergency stop signal, live location sharing, and Google Maps navigation, all powered by AtherStack 6. The higher-spec Rizta Z comes with a 7-inch colour TFT screen that supports Bluetooth and navigation, while the Rizta S gets a simpler 'DeepView' LCD display, like the one on the Ather 450S.
The Rizta offers two ride modes – Smart Eco and Zip – along with reverse mode and auto hill hold. Its top speed is claimed to be 80 km/h.
In India, the Rizta is offered in two variants. The Rizta S has a 2.9kWh battery with a real-world range of 105 km. The Rizta Z is available with either a 2.9kWh or a larger 3.7kWh battery, which gives a range of up to 125 km. All versions come with an IP67-rated battery and a 5-year/60,000 km warranty.
