MATTER raises $25m to expand manufacturing and launch four electric motorcycles

The Indian geared-electric-motorcycle maker will use growth capital to build manufacturing and supply-chain capacity, scale distribution and brand investment, and introduce four new models over the next 12–24 months.

— Source publishedTue, 25 Aug, 2026, 12:05 IST·First seen Tue, 25 Aug, 2026, 12:09 IST·Source Business Standard · Companies

What happened

Matter Motor Works · MATTER Motor Works raised $25 million to expand manufacturing and supply-chain capacity, scale distribution and brand investment, and

Key facts

  • $25 million growth capital
  • around Rs 1,000 crore total capital raised
  • over Rs 750 crore deployed
  • four new motorcycle launches
  • 12 months
  • 12-24 months
  • 111 granted patents
  • more than 150 suppliers

Why this matters

MATTER’s capacity build-out and four-model pipeline make it a more credible strategic partner or target for companies seeking exposure to India’s premium electric-motorcycle segment.

What to watch

  • Monthly deliveries versus stated production capacity
  • Dealer additions, service-center coverage and test-ride conversion rates
  • On-road pricing, financing offers and booking/cancellation trends
  • Launch timing, homologation and specifications of the four new models
  • Battery, powertrain and electronics supplier agreements and localization levels
  • Warranty claims, service turnaround times and early-owner reliability feedback
  • Competitive price cuts or new launches from incumbent and EV-focused two-wheeler brands
  • Evidence of another fundraise or rising inventory-led working-capital needs
  • Announce manufacturing-capacity, supplier and localized-component partnerships
  • Add dealers and service points in major Indian urban and tier-2 markets
  • Launch or reveal the first of four planned motorcycle models, likely targeting distinct price and performance tiers
  • Expand retail financing, insurance, subscription or fleet partnerships to lower purchase friction
  • Increase brand-led test-ride, community and digital marketing activity
  • Pursue follow-on debt, working-capital facilities or a larger equity round as inventory ramps