What is an electric motorcycle?

Kawinthip Rahaeng
May 5
2 min read

“Electric motorcycles” are vehicles that are becoming increasingly popular because electric motorcycles today have developed their internal systems in leaps and bounds, allowing them to be used like regular motorcycles, without having to pay for gas, helping to save on expenses in the long run. In addition, electric power is 100% clean energy, so it does not cause environmental pollution while driving.

⚡️What is an electric motorcycle?

An electric motorcycle or (EV Bike) is a motorcycle that uses a motor instead of an engine. It does not require oil and does not have internal combustion. Instead, it uses electricity stored in the battery to supply power to the motor. Each model of electric motorcycle has a different battery size and electric motor, which will affect the driving performance of the electric motorcycle.

Do electric motorcycles need to be registered?

I must say that if your electric motorcycle is a model that can be registered, it must be registered. Because it is considered under the same traffic laws as other types of vehicles. If you do not register the vehicle legally, using the vehicle on the road will be considered illegal and will result in being arrested, prosecuted, and a fine of several baht. Therefore, you should register the vehicle legally.

Steps for registering an electric motorcycle

Prepare complete documents as follows:

- Copy of the owner's ID card

- Notification of sale from the manufacturer

- Evidence of vehicle acquisition, including:

- Sales contract

- Hire purchase contract

- Receipt and tax invoice

- Evidence of insurance under the Motor Vehicle Accident Victims Protection Act B.E. 2535

- Vehicle registration application form including a power of attorney (in the case of authorizing someone else to act on your behalf)

Comparison of costs of electric motorcycles and petrol motorcycles