Hero MotoCorp’s emerging brand, VIDA, has launched an electric bike specially designed for children aged 4–10 years. The new e-bike, DIRT.E K3, features a top speed of 25 km/h, 16-inch tires, advanced safety systems, and parent-controlled app settings. Deliveries will begin on January 15, 2026 in select cities.
Hero MotoCorp, through its emerging brand VIDA, has introduced a child-friendly electric motorcycle in India. Named DIRT.E K3, the bike targets children between 4 and 10 years old, marking Hero’s first foray into off-road electric bikes for kids.
The DIRT.E K3 offers a unique combination of electric performance with a size-adjustable platform, allowing the bike to grow with the child while building confidence across different terrains. Inspired by VIDA’s tagline ‘Wild beyond the Ride’, this launch represents Hero’s entry into the off-roading segment for young riders.
Equipped with a three-stage adjustable system, converting the bike into Small, Medium, and Large configurations.
Adjustments can be done easily using a single tool.
Maintains consistent riding ergonomics as the child grows.
Supports long-term stability and foundational skills for motorcycling.
Parents can customize riding experience through a dedicated mobile app.
Speed limits can be set to ensure safe riding for beginners.
Riding modes can be locked so the child only rides in a safe mode.
Provides real-time monitoring, allowing parents to track their child’s performance during training sessions.
Motor: 500W peak
Battery: 360Wh removable battery
Charging time: 0–100% in 3 hours
Battery connector: Magnetic connection
Riding Modes: Beginner, Amateur, Pro
Speed: 8 km/h, 16 km/h, 25 km/h
Tires: 16 inches
Brake: Single rear hydraulic disc
Over-molded wiring harness for enhanced durability and protection.
Child-scaled brake levers for better control for small hands.
Impact-absorbing components for safety during falls or collisions.
Magnetic lanyard-based kill switch, which automatically cuts power if the rider separates from the bike.
Available in Red, Purple, and White.
Starting price: ₹69,990 (for the first 300 units).
Delivery start date: January 15, 2026.
Initial deliveries will be in select cities: Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Jaipur, and Calicut.
Conceptualized, designed, and developed at Hero Tech Centre Germany (HTCG) and Centre of Innovation and Technology (CIT), Jaipur.
Produced at Hero’s state-of-the-art, eco-friendly manufacturing facility in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, alongside VIDA’s electric vehicle lineup.
The integrated approach ensures innovation, safety, and world-class performance for young riders.
Kausalya Nandakumar, Chief Business Officer – Emerging Mobility Business Unit, said:
"DIRT.E K3 is a new beginning in how young riders connect with motorcycling. Our goal was to design a product that adjusts as children grow, enabling them to explore new places with confidence, responsibility, and joy. DIRT.E is the first step in creating a safe, progressive, and outdoor-oriented ecosystem for young riders from the start."