Hero MotoCorp Files Patent for Vida VXZ Electric Bike in India

Hero MotoCorp's design patent for the Vida VXZ suggests readiness for production in the electric motorcycle market.

Updated on: Jan 19, 2026 10:44 AM IST

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Hero MotoCorp has taken another clear step toward entering the electric motorcycle space with the design patent of what appears to be the production-ready Vida VXZ in India. The patent filing hints that the project has moved well beyond the concept phase and that the company is preparing for a real-world launch in the near future.

Vida VXZ is one smart looking electric motorcycle that has a projector headlamp in the front.

The Vida VXZ was first shown as a concept at EICMA, where it marked a shift in Hero’s EV strategy from scooters to larger, more performance-focused electric two-wheelers. This motorcycle is being developed alongside Zero Motorcycles, but the patent drawings suggest it is not a rebadged model. Instead, it looks like a ground-up design tailored for Hero’s future electric lineup.

Based on the sketches, the VXZ adopts a sporty, streetfighter-style stance. Sharp body panels, a compact LED headlamp, upside-down front forks and a rear monoshock point toward a focus on handling. Disc brakes are visible at both ends, and Hero appears to have opted for a belt drive, which should help keep maintenance low while improving refinement. There should be a dual-channel anti-lock braking system present to ensure that the tyres do not slip when the road conditions are wet or under hard braking. The design also looks quite smart, so the VXZ should have decent road presence as well.

The layout also reveals a centrally mounted battery pack integrated into the frame, along with a split seat setup and a fully digital instrument console. Together, these elements suggest that the VXZ is being positioned as a modern electric motorcycle aimed at daily usability rather than being a niche showcase product.

While Hero MotoCorp has not revealed technical details or a timeline yet, filing a design patent in India usually signals that the project is progressing toward production. If things move as expected, the Vida VXZ could mark Hero’s entry into a new and more premium chapter of its electric journey.

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Paarth Khatri
Paarth's passion for cars and motorcycles started with collecting newspaper clippings and brochures when he was just a kid. He is obsessed with cars and technology and can talk about them all day. He has been in the auto industry since 2019 and is ready to drive or ride anything.Read More

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