Fast Charging Standards for Electric Scooters and E-bikes: Complete Guide 2025

Electric scooters are exploding across Southeast Asia, India, and Latin America. From Jakarta's delivery riders to Mumbai's commuters, two-wheelers have become essential urban transport. But with millions of new EVs hitting the roads, one question dominates: which charging standard will win?

The battle is between Type 6 (Dash-6) and Type 7 (LECCS)—two very different approaches to Electric scooters charging infrastructure.

Type 6: Simple and Fast to Deploy

Type 6 connectors (also known as Dash-6 or IEC 62196-6) prioritize speed and cost-effectiveness. First adopted in Taiwan, then embraced by India's Bharat Charging Alliance as IS17017-2-6, this standard gets charging networks up and running quickly.

Key Specs:

· DC fast charging: 3kW-12kW

· Basic CAN communication

· Standards: IEC 62196-6, TES-0D-01-01

The Appeal: A complete Type 6 charging station costs just $1,800-2,400 and deploys in 30 days. For cash-strapped operators, it's a no-brainer.

The Limitation: No smart features, no V2G support, no load management. It's basic charging, nothing more.

Type 7: Smart and Future-Ready

Type 7 (LECCS - Light Electric Combined Charging System) takes the opposite approach. It's built for tomorrow's smart cities, not just today's charging needs.

Key Features:

· Combined AC (7.7kW) + DC (12kW) charging

· Smart communication with diagnostics and load balancing

· V2G capability

· Open-source, royalty-free design

The Investment: $1,800-3,000 per unit with 4-6 week deployment, but the smart features can slash electricity costs long-term.

Market Reality Check

India made its choice clear with IS17017 in 2024—supporting Type 7 while maintaining Dash-6 compatibility. Result? 60% of Delhi's new stations chose Type 7.

Southeast Asia remains cost-focused, with most operators still preferring Type 6/Dash-6 for quick network expansion.

The Smart Money increasingly flows toward Type 7 in commercial projects where electricity costs matter most.

XTECK's Take

Working with charging operators across different markets,  we've observed clear patterns in standard adoption:

· Type 6/Dash-6 wins in rapid expansion scenarios and budget-constrained markets

· Type 7 dominates in commercial complexes, logistics hubs, and smart city projects

The future isn't about choosing sides—it's about flexibility. Universal charging stations supporting both IEC 62196-6 and Type 7 standards are already in development.

Bottom Line

For 2025, Type 6 (Dash-6) remains king for fast network deployment. But as grids get smarter and V2G becomes reality, Type 7's advanced features will prove their worth.

Choosing technical standards ultimately needs to serve market demand. In rapidly changing Electric Scooters & E-bikes markets, flexibility and adaptability often matter more than technical sophistication. The winners will be those who plan for both standards today—because the real success comes from meeting users where they are, not where technology wants them to be.

Ready to deploy Electric Scooters & E-bikes charging infrastructure? XTECK supports both Type 6 (Dash-6) and Type 7 standards globally. Contact us to discuss your market's specific needs.