Here are 3 reasons why motorcycle buyers should check out the VinFast Viper

MANILA: VinFast Philippines is rearing to unleash its motorcycle arm in the Philippines, and with its arrival comes an electric two-wheeler that could tick all the right boxes for our local riders — specifically those wanting to switch to a more sustainable means of transportation. 

“The Philippine motorcycle market has no shortage of household names. Legacy gas-powered scooters have long dominated city streets, setting the benchmark for anyone looking to buy a daily commuter,” VinFast E-Motorcycles wrote in a press release.

“Now, VinFast is stepping into the arena with the Viper, an electric motorcycle designed to offer familiar sporty styling while introducing a different ownership experience through battery swapping and flexible purchase options,” it added. 

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That said, VinFast E-Motorcycles cited three reasons why those in the market for a new motorbike should consider the Viper.

Looks as good as it performs

The VinFast Viper is one of the three models that will initially be launched in the Philippines. Among its siblings, it has the potential to earn nods from local riders due to its design language, which adopts the aggressive proportions and muscular stance more commonly associated with sporty 125 cubic-centimeter (cc) motorcycles that are abundant here. 

It addition, it has a handful of nice-to-have features such as a thin-film-transistor instrument display, a smart key system with remote locating and tracking functions, projector headlamps, and dual rear shock absorbers with external reservoirs. 

Performance-wise, the VinFast Viper packs a 5,200 watt brushless direct current in-wheel motor capable of reaching speeds of up to 90 kilometres per hour, which makes the electric motorcycle suitable for both urban commuting and fast city roads.

Juice comes from two removable lithium iron phosphate batteries under the seat, which allow the electric motorcycle to travel up to 150 kilometers under standard conditions. As such, it gives giving riders enough range for several days of typical city commuting before needing to recharge or swap batteries.

Battery swapping system that works

Since it relies on all-electric power, it is understandable if Filipino riders see recharging and battery swapping as a potential challenge — after all, it is not the first time the technology is introduced to the country.

However, VinFast has a proven battery-swapping ecosystem that gives owners two ways to keep moving. 

First, VinFast electric motorcycle owners can swap depleted batteries at V-Green’s battery-swapping stations, or simply remove the batteries and recharge them at home using a standard household outlet. Per the company, each battery swap will just set owners back some P35.

Meanwhile, those who signed up for the battery subscription program before July 31 will enjoy the brand’s introductory perks, such as:

Free subscription for one battery for a year
20 free battery swaps every month (during the promotional period)

Boosting the availability of swapping stations and the overall convenience of the ecosystem, VinFast’s charging partner, V-Green, also plans to roll out around 30,000 battery-swapping stations across the Philippines.

Competitive cost

It’s no secret that many car and motorcycle buyers are apprehensive of making the switch to electric mobility due to high upfront costs.

To make the transition more bearable, the VinFast Viper will start at P73,900 under the company’s battery subscription model — putting it right in the heart of the Philippines’ highly competitive 125 cc scooter segment. This means that the pricing of the electric motorbike is on par with (and in some cases below) the starting prices of some of the country’s leading gasoline-powered 125 cc scooters. 

For riders who prefer to own the battery outright, the VinFast Viper can be had for P86,600 with one battery, or P99,300 with two batteries. Those opting for the battery subscription model pay a monthly fee of P439 for one battery or P799 for two batteries.

Lastly, customers who availed of the early booking program (which ended on July 18) received incentives worth P5,600.

“This pricing strategy means Filipino riders are no longer choosing between an affordable gasoline scooter and a significantly more expensive electric alternative. Instead, they’re comparing two products with similar upfront costs, while the Viper adds battery swapping, connected features, and lower running costs to the equation, thanks to its electric powertrain,” VinFast E-Motorcycles noted.  

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