Roam Launches Kenya’s First Ride-In, Ride-Out Service Center To Serve 3,500 Electric Motorcycles Monthly - CleanTechnica

The article highlights a significant shift in Kenya’s motorcycle market, marked by a sharp decline in new motorcycle sales from 285,203 units in 2021 to 68,804 in 2024, primarily due to reduced consumer purchasing power, higher fuel and financing costs, and currency devaluation. However, the market is showing signs of recovery in 2025, with monthly sales rising to about 7,000 units, aided by stabilized fuel prices and a stronger Kenya Shilling. A notable driver of this resurgence is the growing adoption of electric motorcycles, which now reportedly account for around 30% of monthly sales. This trend is supported by increased financing options from companies like M-Kopa, MOGO, Watu, and traditional banks, reflecting a shift toward electric mobility due to its lower total cost of ownership for boda boda riders. To support the expanding electric motorcycle sector, Roam, a leading player in Kenya’s electric mobility space, has launched the country’s first “ride-in,