Ather made fast bikes. The 450 was quick. It felt like a race bike. Fans loved it. But most riders did not need speed. They just want to get to work. They pick up kids. Or they buy milk and eggs. Ather saw this. So Ather made something new. It is called the Konarc S. It is not fast. It is not flashy. It is easy. And easy is what most homes want.
This is the story of that choice. Let’s dig in.
A New Base
Most new scooters use old parts. Not this one. The Konarc S sits on a brand-new frame. Ather calls it the EL platform.
Here is why that matters. Ather did not guess. They checked real rides. They used data from 2.6 million km of real roads. That is like going around the Earth 65 times. They used this data to build a better frame.
The goal was fewer fixes. And quick fixes when you need them. Ather says the build is 15% faster. Service time drops by half. For a busy home, that is a big win.
A Quiet New Motor
Old Ather bikes use a belt. Or a chain. These parts can hum. They can click. They wear out.
The Konarc S skips all that. The motor sits right in the back wheel. Power goes straight to the road. No belt. No chain. No noise. It feels like a glide.
The motor gives 4.7 kW of power. It gives 16 Nm of torque. In plain terms: it goes from 0 to 40 km/h in five seconds. Top speed is 70 km/h. That is enough for most streets. It will not beat the TVS iQube, though. That bike hits 82 km/h.
You get three ride modes:
| Mode | What It Does |
|---|---|
| SmartEco | Saves the most power |
| Eco | A good middle mode |
| Power | Full speed, best for quick moves |
A Body Made of Metal
Old Ather bikes use plastic panels. Not this one. The Konarc S uses metal. This is a first for Ather.
Metal costs more to shape. But it lasts. It shrugs off scrapes. It handles sun and rain well. Over years of use, this choice should pay off.
The front wheel is 14 inches. The rear wheel is 12 inches. These are the biggest wheels Ather has used. Big wheels roll over bumps with ease. The bike also has a long wheelbase. This adds calm and grip at speed. A neat trick called AirWalk helps too. It gives gentle push while you walk the bike. This helps in tight parking spots.
Range and Price: The Real Menu
This is where the Konarc S shines. Ather built four range choices. You pay for what you need.
| Version | Battery | Range | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Konarc S 100 | 2.1 kWh | 100 km | Rs. 99,999 |
| Konarc S 125 | 2.7 kWh | 125 km | Rs. 1,21,999 |
| Konarc S 161 | 3.5 kWh | 161 km | Rs. 1,44,999 |
| Konarc S 200 | Not yet known | 200 km | Not yet known |
One small gem: the bike has a built-in charger. Just plug it into a wall. Add a fast charger, and you get even quicker charge times. Few rivals offer this at all.
Quick Specification
| Specification | Ather Konarc S 100 |
|---|---|
| Model | Ather Konarc S 100 |
| Battery | 2.1 kWh |
| IDC Range | 100 km |
| TrueRange | 80 km |
| Top Speed | 70 km/h |
| Peak Power | 4 kW |
| Max Torque | 16 Nm |
| 0–40 km/h | 5 seconds |
| Motor | PMSM |
| Charging | 450W onboard charger |
| 0–80% Charging | 4 hours |
| Fast Charging | 0–80% in 2 hours with combined charger |
| Kerb Weight | 126.5 kg |
| Front Wheel | 14-inch |
| Rear Wheel | 12-inch |
| Front Brake | Drum |
| Rear Brake | Drum |
| Boot Space | 31 litres |
| Display | 4.2-inch DeepView |
| Suspension Travel | Front 90 mm / Rear 100 mm |
| Price | ₹99,999* |
How It Compares
Buyers often look at three other bikes. Let’s check each one.
TVS iQube 3.5 kWh. The price is close. The iQube is a bit quicker. It also goes further on its top trim. But the Konarc S has a metal body. The iQube uses plastic panels.
Bajaj Chetak. This bike is also made of metal. The price is close too. The Chetak is a touch faster. It has a smart key too. But the Konarc S goes further on the same size battery.
Ather’s own Rizta. These two are close cousins. Both suit families. But the Konarc S costs less. The Rizta feels a bit more polished.
Who Should Buy This?
Think about your daily life. Do you drop kids at school? Do you run quick errands? Do you want one bike that just works? If yes, the Konarc S fits well.
Do you crave top speed? Do you ride long highway trips each day? Then look at the iQube. Or look at the bigger Rizta. But for most homes, the Konarc S does the job. It does the job well. And it costs less.
The Bottom Line
The Ather Konarc S is not the fastest bike. It does not try to be. It tries to be the bike you trust. It starts each day. It carries your family with ease. It costs less to keep on the road.
That is a quiet goal. But it may be Ather’s smartest move yet.
