Matter Aera 5000 vs Tork Kratos: Specification Comparison

Published March 2, 2023
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Battle of the Indian electric motorcycles

Matter Aera 5000 vs Tork Kratos: Specification Comparison highlights

Gujarat-based Matter has finally launched the Aera electric bike that comes packed with a bunch of segment firsts including premium hardware. But how does it fare against its primary rival, Tork Kratos, on paper? Read on to find out.

Engine

Specifications	Matter Aera	Tork Kratos
Engine	10.5kW, liquid-cooled, mid-mounted motor	Mid-drive motor with 7.5kW peak power and 4kW continuous power
Torque	520Nm at the wheel	28Nm
Battery	5kWh liquid-cooled battery	4kWh
Claimed range	120km-150km	120km - Eco mode 100km - City mode 70km - Sports mode
Charging time	Less than 5 hours	4-5 hours
Gearbox	4-speed	CVT

Matter Aera 5000 vs Tork Kratos: Specification Comparison details

When it comes to the motor and battery, the Matter Aera clearly takes the win with its liquid-cooling technology, which is a first for an Indian electric bike. Even the power output and claimed range on the Aera is more than the Kratos.

Also a first for an electric motorcycle sold in India, is the four-speed gearbox on the Aera, which should make it a more fun bike to ride. The Kratos comes with a CVT.

Underpinnings

Matter Aera 5000 vs Tork Kratos: Specification Comparison overview

Specifications	Matter Aera	Tork Kratos
Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Telescopic fork
Rear suspension	Dual gas-charged shockers	monoshock
Front brake	Disc (ABS)	Disc
Rear brake	Disc (ABS)	Disc

While both electric motorcycles have similar underpinnings except for the rear suspension, the Matter Aera also comes with the safety net of dual channel ABS, whereas the Kratos misses out on this. With ABS, Aera should offer better braking compared to its rival.

Features

Matter Aera 5000 vs Tork Kratos: Specification Comparison gallery

When it comes to features, both electric bikes are more or less equipped to the same level, flaunting the modern-day essential equipment.

	Matter Aera	Tork Kratos
Digital Console	Yes	Yes
Ride Modes	Yes	Yes
Reverse Mode	Yes	Yes
Keyless entry	Yes	No

Price & Verdict

Matter Aera	Tork Kratos
Rs 1,43,999	Rs. 1,32,499 (Pune)

(all prices ex-showroom after Fame II)

For a premium of around Rs 10,000, the Matter Aera offers a much more premium liquid-cooled battery and motor. It even looks pretty quirky, and comes with a four-speed gearbox for sportier riding. On the other hand, the Tork Kratos looks stunning with sporty design and is easier to ride with the CVT. We have ridden Kratos and here’s what we think about it.