Ather Rizta vs Bajaj Chetak

Last Updated: August 27, 2026

Bajaj Chetak price starts at Rs. 1.19 Lakh, which is Rs. 2,229 cheaper than the base variant of Ather Rizta, priced at Rs. 1.21 Lakh. In terms of range, the Rizta offers a claimed 123 km/charge, while the Chetak delivers 131 km/charge. On the performance front, the Rizta uses a 2.9 Kwh battery and the Chetak a 3 Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the Rizta and Chetak, the Chetak is the better pick for affordability and range.

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Rizta vs Chetak Comparison Summary

Specification Ather RiztaBajaj Chetak
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.21 LakhRs. 1.19 Lakh
Range 123 km/charge131 km/charge
Battery capacity 2.9 Kwh3 Kwh
Charging time 5.45 HrNot Available
Kerb weight 125 KgNot Available

Rizta vs Chetak Key Highlights

Basic Info Ather Rizta S (IDC 123 Km) MonoBajaj Chetak C3001
Rating
42 reviews
29 reviews
Brand Name Ather Bajaj
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.21 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.19 Lakh Check On Road Price
Fuel Type Electric Electric
Colors
Ather Energy Rizta Colors
Bajaj Chetak Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-304 mm,Rear :-304 mm Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 123 km/charge 131 km/charge
Charging Time 5.45 Hr Not Available
Starting Push Button Start Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Rs. 6,886 Rizta Insurance Rs. 4,365 Chetak Insurance
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Claimed Top Speed
80 km/Hr
70 km/Hr
Motor Torque
22 Nm
Not Available
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP67
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
No. Of Batteries
1
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Hub Motor
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric

Front Brake
Disc
Drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Combi Brake System

0-40 Kmph (sec)
4.7s
Not Available
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
4.7s
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
high

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Single Sided Leading Link
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Monoshock

Tyre Size
Front :-: 90/90-12, Rear :-100/80-12
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/100-12
Wheel Size
Front :-304 mm,Rear :-304 mm
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
780 mm
775 mm
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
Yes
Length*Width*Height
1850*750*1140 mm3
1914*725*1142 mm3
Wheelbase
1285 mm
1355 mm
Length
1850 mm
1914 mm
Ground Clearance
150 mm
168 mm
Height
1140 mm
1142 mm
Width
750 mm
725 mm
Kerb Weight
125 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
200 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Li-ion
Motor Type
PMSM
BLDC
Motor Power
4.3 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
123 km/charge
131 km/charge
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Yes
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
5 Hours 45 Minutes
Not Available
Range
123 km/charge
131 km/charge
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Yes
Battery Capacity
2.9 Kwh
3 Kwh
Charging Time
5.45 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
6 Hrs 30 Min
2 Hrs 55 Min
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Yes

Frame Type
Not Available
Steel Body
Digital Display Type
DeepView
Monochrome LCD
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Eco,Sport
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
OTA Updates
Yes
Not Available
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Riding Modes - Default | Eco | SmartEco, Side Stand Motor Cut-Off, 400 mm Water Wading Limit, Auto Hold, Auto Indicator Cut-Off, Guide-Me-Home Lights, FallSafe, Emergency Stop Signal (Dashboard - 8GB Storage, 1 GB RAM, 4G LTE, GNSS with AGPS), (Ather Connect - Tow Notifications, Find My Scooter, Ride Stories, Push Navigation, Alexa Skills)
Self Cancelling Blinkers, Guide Me Home Lights
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Steel
Reverse Assist
Yes
Yes
Telematics
Yes
Not Available
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Electric Scooters
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Operating System
Real Time OS
Not Available
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Processor
Cortex Series
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Charging Station Locator
Yes
Not Available
Gradeability
15°
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Not Available
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
34 L
35 L
Charger Output
350 W
750 W
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Ather Rizta
  • 34-litres of underseat storage can easily hold a 15-inch laptop bag
  • Massive seat has enough space for even the largest riders and pillions
  • Gets lots of cool features such as Google Maps navigation
  • WhatsApp alerts
  • Skid Control and much more
Bajaj Chetak
  • Large 35-litre underseat storage
  • Touch enabled TFT console with touch screen sensitivity adjustment
  • New battery pack with better range
Ather Rizta
  • Smart Eco mode feels a bit underpowered and struggles on inclines
  • Design can seem a bit boring to younger buyers
  • Ride quality could have been more plush
Bajaj Chetak
  • Doesn’t get fast charging
  • Design remains unchanged and fails to stand out
  • TecPac needed to unlock full set of features

Is Bajaj Chetak Better Than Ather Rizta?

54% users have chosen Bajaj Chetak over Ather Rizta in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 102 users have also rated Bajaj Chetak and Ather Rizta on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Bajaj Chetak is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety in your bike. But Ather Rizta is better on the grounds of features.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Chetak Rizta
Mileage 4.8 4.2
Performance 4.8 4.2
Comfort 4.9 4.8
Maintenance 4.6 4.1
Safety 1.6 0.5
Features 3.2 3.9
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Latest News on Ather Energy Rizta and Bajaj Chetak

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which scooter is better iqube or chetak
  • When comparing the TVS iQube and the Bajaj Chetak electric scooters, both models offer unique advantages catering to different rider needs. The TVS iQube features a hub-mounted motor that delivers smooth acceleration and a top speed of 75 km/h, along with faster charging capabilities, making it well-suited for urban commuting. In contrast, the Bajaj Chetak provides a longer range per charge upto 123 km and focuses on premium build quality and ride comfort. We recommend visiting the nearest authorized dealership to book a test ride and evaluate both scooters in person before making a purchase decision.

Ather Energy Rizta Vs Bajaj Chetak FAQs

Which bike is best between Ather Energy Rizta vs Bajaj Chetak?
As per the users experiences Ather Rizta is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Bajaj Chetak is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety.
Which bike is cheaper Ather Energy Rizta vs Bajaj Chetak?
The Bajaj Chetak is cheaper than Ather Rizta by ₹2,229.
Which bike offers better performance Ather Energy Rizta vs Bajaj Chetak?
As per the users experiences the Ather Rizta has better performance.

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