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Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2 launched at Rs 2.99 lakh

The F77 Mach 2 Recon has been priced at Rs 3.99 lakh.

Bangalore-based EV startup, Ultraviolette Automotive, has announced the launch of the F77 Mach 2 – an updated version of its high-performance electric motorcycle. It is available at an introductory price of Rs 2.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2 is available in three variants: Airstrike, Laser and Shadow. The first 1,000 customers can avail of the introductory pricing. The F77 Mach 2 Recon has been priced at Rs 3.99 lakh.

The F77 Mach 2 uses a 10.3 kWh battery pack to power an electric motor with a peak output of 40.2 BHP and 100 Nm. The bike claims to accelerate from 0-60 km/h in 2.8 seconds and has a top speed of 155 km/h, making it India’s fastest electric motorcycle. It has a maximum IDC range of 323 km.

The F77 Mach 2 comes with a 3-level traction control system and 10 levels of Regenerative Braking. The bike also gets safety features like Dynamic Stability Control, Hill Hold and ABS. ‘Delta Watch’ is another security feature that can alert riders if someone tries to encroach on their bike.

Ultraviolette has introduced two new optional packages for the F77 Mach 2. The Performance Pack includes features such as 10-level Regenerative Braking with Dynamic Regen and advanced 4-level Traction Control. It will be available as standard for the first 1,000 customers.

Violette A.I. includes features like Movement, Fall and Towing Alerts, Remote Lockdown, Crash Alert, Daily Ride Stats, and an Anti-Collision Warning System.

 

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Ultraviolette F77 offered with up to 8 lakh km warranty

Ultraviolette offers three warranty packages: UV Care, UV Care+ and UV Care Max.

Bangalore-based EV startup Ultraviolette, has rolled out new battery warranties for its F77 electric motorcycle, including a segment-first 8 lakh km warranty.

Ultraviolette offers three warranty packages: UV Care, UV Care+ and UV Care Max. Earlier, the 3-year warranty under UV Care was for 30,000 km. It has now been extended to 60,000 km on the Original F77.

UV Care+ offers a 5-year coverage for 1,00,000 km on the Recon variant. Previously, the warranty was only valid for up to 50,000 km.

The UV Care Max package now offers a warranty of 8 years / 8,00,000 km. Earlier, it only offered coverage for up to 1,00,000 km.

The F77 is powered by an electric motor that generates 40 BHP and 100 Nm of peak torque. It enables the bike to accelerate from 0-60 km/h in 2.9 seconds and has a top speed of 152 km/h. Ultraviolette claims an IDC range of 307 km on a single charge.

 

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Ultraviolette F99 electric race bike unveiled at EICMA 2023

The F99 can sprint from 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds and has a top speed of 265 km/h.

Bangalore-based EV start-up, Ultraviolette Automotive, has announced its entry into the European market. EICMA 2023 also witnessed the world premiere of the brand's F99 Factory Racing Platform.

The F99 is a fully-faired electric motorcycle that uses a lot of carbon fibre in its construction. It features active aerodynamics with an air windshield and cowl ducts in the front that channel air to the motor that compresses and releases it through vanes. This mechanism is said to optimize airflow over the rider’s helmet reducing drag.

The F99 also features an Air-Blade. It’s an electronically actuated side panel that adapts to lean angles, improving downforce during cornering. Additional winglets are positioned at the front and rear of the bike. The bike weighs 178 kg and has a drag coefficient of 0.45.

The F99 uses a liquid-cooled electric motor that generates 120 BHP of peak power. Ultraviolette claims the bike can sprint from 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds and has a top speed of 265 km/h.

The global commercial launch of the F99 Factory Racing Platform is expected around 2025.

 

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Ultraviolette F77 makes global debut at EICMA 2023

The F77 is priced between 9,000-11,000 euros and deliveries will begin in Q2-2024.

Bangalore-based EV start-up, Ultraviolette Automotive, has announced the launch of its F77 electric bike in the European market. The bike was recently presented at EICMA 2023.

The Ultraviolette F77 looks futuristic and sporty with its angular fairing and aggressive front end. It is offered in three trims - Shadow, Laser, and Airstrike; and comes equipped with an LED headlamp, clip-on handlebars and a digital instrument console. It has a stepped seat and a narrow tail section.

The F77 uses an electric motor that generates 40 BHP and 100 Nm. It is powered by a 10.3 kWh battery pack. Riders can fine-tune the performance by selecting one of three ride modes: Glide, Combat and Ballistic.

The F77 is priced between 9,000-11,000 euros. Registrations will open on the brand’s official website on November 15 and European deliveries will commence in the second quarter of 2024.

 

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Ultraviolette F77 electric bike to be showcased at EICMA 2023

The unveiling of the F77 at EICMA will not mark the brand’s debut in the European market.

Bangalore-based EV startup Ultraviolette Automotive is all set to showcase its F77 electric motorcycle at EICMA 2023, which will be held in Milan, Italy, from November 7-12, 2023.

Besides the European debut of the F77, the company will also unveil brand-new product platforms for global motorcycle enthusiasts.

The Ultraviolette F77 looks futuristic and sporty with its angular fairing and aggressive front end. It is equipped with an LED headlamp, clip-on handlebars and a digital instrument console.

The F77 comes in two variants – standard and Recon. The latter uses an electric motor that develops 39 BHP and 95 Nm. It is powered by a 10.3 kWh battery pack, offering an IDC range of 307 km. 

The base F77 packs 36 BHP and 85 Nm. It comes with a 7.1 kWh battery offering a range of 206 km on a single charge. The bike has three riding modes – Glide, Combat and Ballistic.

Ultraviolette also offered a special edition with an output of 40 BHP and 100 Nm. This version is capable of accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 7.8 seconds and has a top speed of 152 km/h.

 

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Ultraviolette objects to the Harley-Davidson X440 name

Hero MotoCorp has 60 days to respond to the objection raised by the EV maker.

Bangalore-based EV start-up Ultraviolette is said to have filed a formal opposition against Hero MotoCorp for using the 'X440' name for the made-in-India Harley-Davidson.

Ultraviolette, which currently offers the F77 electric motorcycle, had filed a trademark for the 'X44' name back in September 2022. The trademark has since been accepted by the patent office.

About 2 months later, Hero MotoCorp applied for the 'X440' name, which is being used for its locally-built cruiser that was co-developed with Harley-Davidson. As per the national filings portal, the trademark is yet to be accepted, and its current status shows 'opposed'.

According to reports, Ultraviolette issued a notice of opposition to the Hero MotoCorp trademark in early September. Hero MotoCorp has 60 days to respond to the objection raised by the EV maker.

Source: Car and Bike

 

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Ultraviolette F77 Space Edition launched at Rs 5.6 lakh

Ultraviolette is building just 10 units of the F77 Space Edition.

Ultraviolette has launched the F77 Space Edition – a limited-edition electric motorcycle priced at Rs 5.6 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings will open at 6 pm on August 22. 

The F77 Space Edition uses custom-machined aerospace-grade Aluminium 7075. It is a high-strength alloy that has a better strength-to-weight ratio and tensile strength compared to other metals. The bike is painted in aerospace-grade paint, which is said to be more durable and offers corrosion protection, UV and fade resistance, chemical resistance, and thermal stability.

The F77 Space Edition's key has been crafted from a single piece of aluminium. The bike comes equipped with a 9-axis IMU, and Ultraviolette claims that the bike's electronics include fail-proof systems for the battery.

The F77 is powered by an electric motor that generates 40 BHP and 100 Nm of peak torque. It enables the bike to accelerate from 0-60 km/h in 2.9 seconds and has a top speed of 152 km/h. Ultraviolette claims an IDC range of 307 km on a single charge.

 

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Ultraviolette opens its first showroom in Bangalore

Ultraviolette has commenced deliveries of the F77 limited edition electric bike.

Ultraviolette has opened its first experience centre, The Ultraviolette Hangar, in Bangalore. It also serves as its R&D facility.

The new showroom is spread over 10,000 sq. ft. Apart from display vehicles, the facility houses a lounge, a flight simulator and an official accessories department. The company plans to set up similar experience centres at 15 locations across India.

The Bangalore-based EV start-up has also announced the commencement of deliveries of the F77 limited edition electric bike. The company is building only 77 units, each priced at Rs 5.5 lakh.

The Ultraviolette F77 range includes two regular variants: Std and Recon, priced at Rs 3.8 lakh and Rs 4.55 lakh, respectively.

The F77 Recon uses an electric motor that develops 39 BHP and 95 Nm. It is powered by a 10.3 kWh battery pack, offering an IDC range of 307 km. The base F77 packs 36 BHP and 85 Nm. It comes with a 7.1 kWh battery offering a range of 206 km on a single charge. The bike has three riding modes: Glide, Combat and Ballistic.

 

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Ultraviolette F77 electric motorcycle deliveries begin

The Ultraviolette F77 is available in two variants: F77 and F77 Recon, with prices starting at Rs 3.80 lakh.

Bangalore-based EV maker Ultraviolette, has commenced deliveries of its F77 electric motorcycle. The first units are being delivered from the company’s Bangalore plant, but it plans to open its first dealership next month.

The F77 was launched in November last year. It is available in two variants: F77 and F77 Recon, priced at Rs 3.80 lakh and Rs 4.55 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively.

The base F77 packs 36 BHP and 85 Nm. It comes with a 7.1 kWh battery offering a range of 206 km on a single charge. The F77 Recon uses an electric motor that develops 39 BHP and 95 Nm. It is powered by a 10.3 kWh battery pack, offering an IDC range of 307 km.

Ultraviolette also offers a special edition of the F77, limited to just 77 units. It comes with a 40 BHP electric motor with a torque output of 100 Nm. This version of the bike is said to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 7.8 seconds and has a top speed of 152 km/h.

 

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Auto Expo 2023: Ultraviolette F99 electric bike unveiled

The F99 is a no-holds-barred electric motorcycle for the racetrack.

Bangalore-based EV start-up has showcased a track-focused electric bike called the F99 at the ongoing Auto Expo 2023.

The F99 bike looks similar to the F77 that was launched in India in November last year. According to the company, the F99 has been engineered to produce the maximum power from its electric powertrain.

The F99’s electric motor delivers 65 BHP, propelling the bike to a top speed of 200 km/h. The company hasn’t revealed the specifications of the battery or its range.

In terms of design, the motorcycle features winglets on the side and the rear. The headlamps have been masked, while the side mirrors are replaced with slim knuckle guards for rider protection.

 

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