Pakistan’s biggest phone assembler wants to put you on an electric bike. On 4 November 2026, Air Link Communication launched AirV electric bikes in Lahore: 11 models across six series, a claimed range of up to 200km, and production at its own plant in the Sundar Green Special Economic Zone.
It sounds exciting. But there’s one big problem. A week later, Air Link still hasn’t told anyone the price. So before you hand over an advance to anyone, here’s what we know, what’s missing, and how AirV stacks up against a Honda CD70 or a Chinese e-bike.
AirV Electric Bikes: What We Know
Air Link (PSX: AIRLINK) is the company behind a huge share of the smartphones assembled in Pakistan. Its board approved the e-bike project in July 2026, and the bikes are being put together at its facility in the Sundar Green SEZ in Lahore.
The whole range shares a few headline features, according to PakWheels and DrivePK:
- Cruise control, rare at this price level in Pakistan
- Regenerative battery technology, which recovers some energy when you brake
- NFC unlocking and anti-theft features
- Up to 200km range on the top long-range model, though DrivePK rightly calls this a maximum claim, not a promise
All 11 AirV Models and Specs
Air Link’s own announcement didn’t list model-by-model specs. Karachi dealer Auto Power has published them, and here they are. Treat these as dealer and manufacturer claims until independent tests come in.
| Model | Motor | Battery | Claimed range | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Racy | 1,000–1,200W | 60V 30Ah LFP | 60–70 km | 45 km/h |
| Glide | 1,000–1,200W | 72V 26Ah graphene | 80–85 km | 55 km/h |
| Glide Pro | 1,200–1,500W | 76V 32Ah LFP | 80–100 km | 55 km/h |
| Glide Max | 1,500–1,800W | 76V 38Ah LFP | 80–100 km | 60 km/h |
| Z-Wing | 1,200–1,600W | 72V 29Ah graphene | 80–90 km | 55 km/h |
| Z-Wing Pro | 1,200–1,600W | 76V 32Ah LFP | 90–100 km | 55 km/h |
| Z-Wing Max | 1,800–2,200W | 76V 38Ah LFP | 90–100 km | 60 km/h |
| Vortex Pro | 2,000–2,500W | 76V 48Ah LFP | 120–130 km | 60 km/h |
| Fleet | 2,500–3,000W | 75V 64Ah LFP | 180–200 km | 65 km/h |
| XR | 2,500–3,000W | 76V 40Ah LFP | 80–90 km | 70 km/h |
| XR GT | 3,000–4,000W | 76V 50Ah LFP | 130–140 km | 80 km/h |
A few things stand out. First, most of the range uses LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries, which generally last longer and are safer than older chemistries. Second, the Fleet, with the biggest battery, looks built for delivery riders and is the only model near that 200km claim. Finally, the XR and XR GT, with bigger 17- and 18-inch wheels and up to 80 km/h, are the closest thing here to a real motorcycle. By contrast, most of the others are scooters with small 10- or 12-inch wheels.
What Air Link Still Hasn’t Told Us
This is the part that matters for your wallet. As of now, Air Link has not announced:
- Prices for any of the 11 models. Even the dealer lists them as “contact for price”.
- Charging time and charger specs
- Warranty, especially on the battery, the most expensive part
- Replacement battery cost
- Service centres and spare parts network
- Financing, registration and delivery timelines
Launching 11 AirV electric bikes without a single price is a strange way to start. As a result, it makes any “should you buy it?” verdict impossible for now.
AirV vs Honda vs Chinese E-Bikes: Price Check
Here’s what you’d pay today for the main alternatives. Petrol bike prices are from Atlas Honda’s October 2026 installment listings. E-bike prices are market ranges and vary by dealer.
| Bike | Type | Approx. price |
|---|---|---|
| Honda CD70 | Petrol, 70cc | Rs159,900 |
| Honda CD Dream | Petrol, 70cc | Rs170,900 |
| Honda CG125 | Petrol, 125cc | Rs238,500 |
| Jolta (various) | Electric | Rs144,900 – Rs309,900 |
| Metro T9 | Electric | Rs235,000 – Rs260,000 |
| Yadea T5 / E8S Pro | Electric | Rs245,000 – Rs299,000 |
| Evee C1 Air | Electric | Rs280,000 – Rs315,000 |
| AirV (all models) | Electric | Not announced |
Yamaha and Suzuki are the other big petrol names. Check their latest dealer prices before deciding, as their price lists change often.
In other words, that gives AirV electric bikes a clear target. To make sense against a CD70, the entry Racy and Glide need to land somewhere under Rs200,000. To beat Chinese brands, the Glide Max and Z-Wing range should sit roughly in the Rs230,000–Rs280,000 band. The Fleet and XR GT can go higher, but only if the range and build quality hold up.
The Running Cost Case for AirV Electric Bikes
However, this is where electric bikes win, and win big. Petrol is Rs352.59 per litre as of 6 November, after the daily price swings we covered in our Rs390 petrol price post.
Here’s a rough monthly comparison for someone riding 1,000 km a month:
- Honda CD70: at around 50 km per litre in real city riding, that’s about 20 litres, or roughly Rs7,000 a month.
- AirV Glide Max (estimate): its 76V 38Ah battery holds about 2.9 kWh. That’s roughly 30–35 units of electricity for 1,000 km. At Rs55–65 per unit, that’s about Rs1,700–Rs2,300 a month.
That’s a saving of roughly Rs5,000 a month, or about Rs60,000 a year. These are our estimates, not Air Link’s figures, and your electricity slab makes a big difference. But the direction is clear.
Should You Buy an AirV Electric Bike?
Not yet. Not because the bikes look bad. On paper, the specs are competitive, the LFP batteries are a good sign, and Air Link is a big, listed local company, which counts for something in a market full of fly-by-night e-bike brands.
Still, you shouldn’t pay a rupee until you know these five things:
- The final price of the model you want
- The battery warranty, in years and kilometres
- The cost of a replacement battery
- Whether there’s a service centre in your city
- The real charging time on a normal home socket
If AirV prices the Glide and Racy under Rs200,000 with a solid battery warranty, it could be the first e-bike brand that makes a CD70 owner switch. Otherwise, it’s just another name in a crowded market.
Looking at other options? Read our take on the Inverex GO electric bike with 30-second battery swapping, or see why the “new” Honda CG125 2026 is just a new sticker.
Would you switch from a petrol bike to AirV? What price would make you do it? Tell us in the comments.
Sources: PakWheels, 4 Nov 2026 · DrivePK, 4 Nov 2026 · Nukta, 4 Nov 2026 · Auto Power, 5 Nov 2026 · Daily Pakistan, 3 Oct 2026 · PriceOye · Clicks, Oct 2026