Yamaha EC-06 Vs River Indie: Differences & Similarities Explained

Yamaha has officially entered India's electric scooter space with the debut of its first model, the EC-06, priced at Rs 1,67,600 (ex-showroom). Initially available in select cities through Yamaha's premium Blue Square dealerships, the EC-06 marks a significant step for the brand in the EV segment. Built on the same platform as the River Indie, the scooter shares several similarities while also offering differences, positioning Yamaha's entry as both familiar and fresh for Indian buyers.

Yamaha EC-06 Vs River Indie: Similarities

Battery Specs And Riding Mode

The Yamaha EC-06 and the River Indie electric scooters are powered by a 4 kWh battery pack that is capable of delivering a peak power of up to 6.7 kW and 26 Nm of max torque. Both the scooters offer three riding modes, namely-  Eco, Ride, and Rush (for Indie) and Eco, Standard, and Power for the Yamaha EC-06.

Both scooters take about the same time to charge. Yamaha and River claim a 0-80% top-up requires 8 hours when using a 480W charger.

Yamaha EC-06

Yamaha EC-06 Vs River Indie: Differences

Front

On initial impression, both scooters share a familiar silhouette with wide body panels, upright proportions, and chunky stance. Yet, the Yamaha EC-06 appears more restrained in its styling. The most striking difference lies at the front: the River Indie sports twin-square LED headlamps set within a blacked-out panel, while the EC-06 opts for a single, vertically integrated LED unit positioned higher in a glossy black fascia, giving it a sleeker, more refined look.

Another distinction lies in the placement of the LED indicators: on the EC-06, they sit above the headlight, whereas on the Indie, they are mounted lower. This lower positioning makes them more vulnerable to damage, especially in the busy and unpredictable conditions of Indian city traffic.

River Indie

Rear

The EC-06 features a sleek, modern taillight setup with a red light bar stretching across the rear. Above it sits the bold YAMAHA branding, adding a premium touch. The glossy black finish and sporty rear spoiler further enhance its contemporary look. Meanwhile, the River Indie opts for a more rectangular tail-light unit. 

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Storage

The River Indie offers more storage space, with 43 litres under the seat and another 12 litres of covered storage in the front. By contrast, the Yamaha EC-06 provides a smaller 24.5 litres of storage, as its redesign removed the front covered compartment to make room for the charging port and key slot.

Price

The Yamaha EC-06 comes in at Rs 1.68 lakh (ex-showroom), making it nearly Rs 22,000 costlier than the River Indie, which is priced at Rs 1.46 lakh (ex-showroom).