VLF

About Vlf Bikes

VLF which stands for Velocifero, is a two-wheeler brand from Italy that launched the VLF Tennis electric scooter in India in November 2024. Motohaus markets the brand in partnership with KAW Veloce Motors Pvt. Ltd. VLF focuses on Italian design, compact scooters for city use, and assembling its products locally in Maharashtra.

VLF is a niche premium brand, different from the large Indian scooter makers. It aims at customers who want a scooter with unique design, a removable battery, a connected display, lightweight build, and a look that stands out.

Italian designer Alessandro Tartarini founded VLF in 1993. The Velocifero brand is known around the world for its distinctive designs and small two-wheelers, including electric scooters and lightweight vehicles for city use.

VLF entered the Indian market by teaming up with KAW Veloce Motors Pvt. Ltd., which handles local manufacturing and distribution. Motohaus, a premium two-wheeler retailer based in Kolhapur, manages the brand and its retail operations in India.

The Tennis 1500W was VLF’s first product in India. Its launch marked the brand’s entry into the country’s premium electric scooter market.

History And Growth

VLF began in Italy in 1993 and earned a global reputation for its unique designs. Its scooters are known for bold body panels, compact size, visible frames, and a focus on city riding.

In 2024, VLF chose India as an important new market. The company saw rising demand for electric two-wheelers and a chance to assemble products locally with an Indian partner. Instead of importing finished scooters, VLF uses a CKD model, bringing in parts to assemble in India.

The Tennis was VLF’s first product under this plan. It is a compact electric scooter with a removable battery and features designed for city travel. The first model has a 1.5kW hub motor, a 2.5kWh removable battery, a claimed IDC range of 130km, and a top speed of 65kmph.

VLF later launched the Mobster 135, its first petrol-powered scooter for India. Released in September 2025, the Mobster has a 125cc liquid-cooled engine, a sportier design, and advanced electronic features.

Key Milestones And Developments

A key step for VLF in India was choosing local assembly instead of only importing fully built scooters. This approach helps the brand offer better pricing, steady supply, good service, and room to grow.

The launch of the Tennis showed VLF’s plan to stand out. Instead of competing in the budget electric scooter segment, VLF offered a stylish scooter with a removable battery, aluminium swingarm, 12-inch wheels, disc brakes on both wheels, and a five-inch TFT display with Bluetooth.

Manufacturing Facilities

VLF assembles its Indian products at the KAW Veloce Motors plant in Kolhapur, Maharashtra. The Tennis 1500W comes in as parts through the CKD route and is assembled at this facility, rather than being imported as a finished scooter.

Kolhapur is an important location because it connects to Motohaus and KAW Veloce Motors’ larger premium two-wheeler business. This network also supports other international brands in India, like Brixton Motorcycles.

The plant can produce up to 20,000 units a year. This figure refers to the facility’s capacity, not VLF’s current annual output.

Market Position And Achievements

VLF operates in a small but growing part of the Indian two-wheeler market: premium urban scooters. It does not yet reach the sales numbers of TVS, Bajaj, Hero, Honda, Ather, or Ola. VLF stands out for its Italian design, local assembly, and appeal to buyers who value style.

The Tennis costs more than most budget electric scooters, but its removable 2.5kWh battery and claimed 130km IDC range make it practical for city riders.
At 88kg, it is also light, which makes daily city riding easier.

The Mobster 135 helped VLF gain relevance by entering the premium petrol scooter segment. It features a 125 cc liquid-cooled engine producing 12.27PS and 11.7 Nm. Other highlights include traction control, dual-channel ABS, a 5-inch TFT display, and smartphone connectivity.

VLF’s first big step was starting local production and adding more products beyond just one electric scooter. Since the brand is still new in India, its long-term success will depend on customer service, after-sales support, growing its dealer network, and keeping prices steady.

Future Plans

VLF’s future plans in India include adding more products, boosting local production, and expanding its sales and service network. By launching the Mobster, VLF shows it wants to offer both electric and petrol scooters for city riders.

VLF’s manufacturing model allows for more locally assembled products as sales increase. Boosting production in Kolhapur can help control prices and make spare parts easier to find. Growing the retail network will also help build trust with buyers outside major cities.

Frequently Asked Questions About Vlf

1. What does VLF stand for, and where is the brand from?

VLF stands for Velocifero, an Italian two-wheeler brand founded in 1993 by designer Alessandro Tartarini. It is known globally for its distinctive designs and compact, lightweight two-wheelers, including electric scooters for city use.

2. Who manufactures and distributes VLF scooters in India?

VLF entered India by partnering with KAW Veloce Motors Pvt. Ltd., which handles local manufacturing and distribution, while Motohaus, a premium two-wheeler retailer based in Kolhapur, manages the brand’s retail operations. VLF products are assembled locally at the KAW Veloce Motors plant in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, using a CKD (completely knocked down) model rather than being imported as finished scooters.

3. What was VLF’s first product launched in India, and when?

VLF’s first product in India was the Tennis 1500W electric scooter, launched in November 2024 at ₹ 99,999 ex-showroom. It marked the brand’s entry into India’s premium electric scooter market, featuring a 1.5kW hub motor, a 2.5kWh removable battery, a claimed IDC range of 130 km, and a top speed of 65 km/h.

4. Does VLF make petrol scooters as well as electric ones?

Yes, VLF launched the Mobster 135, its first petrol-powered scooter for India, in September 2025. It features a 125cc liquid-cooled engine producing 12.1hp and 11.7 Nm of torque, along with traction control, dual-channel ABS, a 5-inch TFT display, and smartphone connectivity.

5. What is the production capacity of VLF’s manufacturing facility in India?

The KAW Veloce Motors plant in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, which assembles VLF products including the Tennis and Mobster, has a reported annual capacity of around 20,000 units. This figure refers to the facility’s overall capacity rather than VLF’s current actual output. Motohaus had also aimed for 25 dealerships nationwide by January 2026.

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