Joy e-bike Thunderbolt vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: August 28, 2026

Yamaha YZF-R2 price starts at Rs. 2.31 Lakh, which is Rs. 2,500 cheaper than the base variant of Joy e-bike Thunderbolt, priced at Rs. 2.33 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Thunderbolt offers a claimed 110 km/charge. On the performance front, the Thunderbolt uses a 5.18Kwh battery and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Thunderbolt and YZF-R2, the YZF-R2 is the better pick for affordability.

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Thunderbolt vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Joy e-bike ThunderboltYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.33 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage / Range 110 km/chargeNot Available
Engine / Battery 5.18 Kwh204 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available149 Kg

Thunderbolt vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Joy e-bike Thunderbolt STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
1 review
2 reviews
Brand Name Joy e-bike Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.33 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power Not Available 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Joy e-bike Thunderbolt Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Not Available Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 110 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 9 Hr Not Available
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI Not Available
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 7,354 Thunderbolt Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure N/A N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
90 km/Hr
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Not Available
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
Not Available
204 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
6 Speed
Max Power
Not Available
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
230 Nm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
66 mm
Stroke
Not Available
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Hub Motor
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Upside down Forks
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Linked-Type Monocross

Tyre Size
Not Available
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Not Available
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
810 mm
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
Not Available
1340 mm
Length
Not Available
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
170 mm
Height
Not Available
1140 mm
Width
Not Available
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
12 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Motor Type
DC Brushless Hub Motor
Not Available
Motor Power
5 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
110 km/charge
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
9 Hours
Not Available
Range
110 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
5.18 Kwh
12V / 5AH
Charging Time
9 Hr
Not Available

Frame Type
Not Available
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Electric Bikes, Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Gradeability
18°
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Yes
Not Available
Charger Output
10 Apm
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Not Available
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes
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Which bike is best between Joy e-bike Thunderbolt vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Joy e-bike Thunderbolt is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Joy e-bike Thunderbolt vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Yamaha YZF-R2 is cheaper than Joy e-bike Thunderbolt by ₹2,500.
Which bike offers better performance Joy e-bike Thunderbolt vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences the Joy e-bike Thunderbolt has better performance.

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