Matter Aera 5000+ Chennai just became ground zero for India’s electric motorcycle revolution. Matter Motor Works launched the Aera 5000+ in the city that birthed India’s automotive dreams, and this isn’t your typical silent electric scooter—it’s a full-blooded motorcycle with something no other EV has: a clutch and gearbox.
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Why Chennai Matters
“Chennai has always been a city that understands performance,” says Arun Pratap Singh, Matter’s Founder and Group COO. It’s a city where Royal Enfields rumble through heritage neighborhoods and TVS builds world-class motorcycles. Launching here sends a message: electric motorcycles aren’t just for eco-warriors anymore.
Matter opened its first Tamil Nadu Experience Hub in Perumbakkam, giving riders the chance to twist the throttle and feel what 105 km/h in silence actually means.
The HyperShift Difference
Here’s what makes the Aera 5000+ revolutionary: HyperShift—a 4-speed manual gearbox designed specifically for electric motors.
Most electric bikes offer twist-and-go simplicity. That’s fine for commuters, but riders who crave engagement want to feel their machine. The clutch lever, the gear shifts, the connection between hand and wheel—Matter kept all of it while delivering electric efficiency.
The liquid-cooled powertrain pushes 11.5 kW of power, hitting 0-40 km/h in under 2.8 seconds. Top speed? 105 km/h. That’s proper highway capability, not just city hopping.
Specs That Actually Matter
| Specification | Matter Aera 5000+ |
|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom) | ₹1,93,826 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/h |
| Range (Certified) | 172 km |
| Range (Real-world) | 125 km |
| Battery | 5 kWh (Lifetime warranty) |
| Motor Power | 11.5 kW |
| Gearbox | 4-speed manual (HyperShift) |
| 0-40 km/h | 2.8 seconds |
| Weight | 168 kg |
| Charging (Standard) | <6 hours (1 kW) |
| Charging (Fast) | <2 hours (3 kW) |
Tech That Talks
The 7-inch TFT touchscreen runs Android 11 with 3GB RAM—more powerful than some smartphones. Navigation, music control, ride statistics, and over-the-air updates come standard.
The MatterVerse mobile app connects riders to their bikes like never before: live tracking, remote lock/unlock, trip planning, and maintenance alerts. Lost your bike in a crowded parking lot? Track it. Want to unlock it before you reach? Done.
Smart charging access to over 1 lakh charging points across India eliminates range anxiety. The onboard charger accepts both standard (1 kW) and fast charging (3 kW).
The Numbers Game
Running costs tell the real story: ₹0.25 per kilometer. Compare that to petrol bikes burning through fuel at ₹3-4 per kilometer. Matter estimates potential savings of ₹1 lakh over three years.
With three ride modes (Eco, City, Sport), the Aera adapts to your style. Commuting in traffic? Eco mode stretches range. Open highway? Sport mode unleashes full performance.
Built Different
Matter controls everything in-house: powertrain, battery, gearbox, and software. This vertical integration means quality stays consistent and updates roll out seamlessly.
The 5 kWh battery pack carries IP67 certification—dust-proof and water-resistant. Chennai’s monsoons won’t phase it. More impressive? Lifetime battery warranty. That’s unheard of in India’s EV market.
Safety features match premium petrol bikes: dual disc brakes with ABS, dual suspension, and regenerative braking that feeds energy back into the battery during deceleration.
Colors That Pop
The Aera 5000+ comes in five colors designed for Chennai’s vibrant streets:
- Cosmic Black
- Cosmic Blue
- Glacier White
- Blaze Red
- Nord Grey
Why This Launch Changes Everything
Chennai riders have options: Yamaha R15s, KTM Dukes, Bajaj Pulsars. The Aera 5000+ at ₹1.93 lakh slots perfectly into this segment, but with operating costs that massacre the competition.
For riders who dismissed EVs as “automatic scooters,” the HyperShift gearbox breaks that perception. You get manual control, visceral engagement, and the satisfaction of perfect gear changes—all while producing zero emissions.
Matter’s Chennai launch proves electric motorcycles can honor riding culture while pushing technology forward. The city’s automotive heritage demanded nothing less than a proper motorcycle, and Matter delivered.
The Bottom Line
The Matter Aera 5000+ isn’t trying to replace your weekend sportbike. It’s targeting daily riders who need 100+ km range, highway capability, and running costs that don’t drain wallets.
With bookings open at matter.in and the Perumbakkam Experience Hub ready for test rides, Chennai riders can judge for themselves whether electric performance matches petrol promises.
