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flag Kenyan electric motorcycle riders demand standardized battery systems to avoid being stranded and boost earnings.

flag Electric motorcycle riders in Kenya are urging for more flexible, interoperable battery networks, citing frequent stranding due to proprietary systems that prevent cross-brand battery swaps and remote bike lockouts after inactivity. flag Despite growing adoption and investments—$207 million in East Africa by September 2024—access to swap stations remains uneven, especially outside major cities, undermining the economic benefits of lower operating costs. flag Riders, including podcaster Francis Kibe Njeri, say fragmented, vertically integrated networks limit mobility and earnings. flag Industry experts stress that standardizing battery designs, safety measures, and payment systems is crucial for scaling e-mobility, though high costs and coordination challenges persist.

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