Ultraviolette enters Turkiye with the F77 e-motorcycle, forays into Europe

Ultraviolette enters Turkiye with the F77 e-motorcycle, forays into Europe

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By: Sameer Fayaz Contractor
| Updated on: 21 Mar 2024, 18:49 PM

Ultraviolette has partnered with K-Rides, part of the Kibar Holding conglomerate, for the sales and distribution of the F77 performance e-bike in Turk

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The Ultraviolette F77 on display at Motobike Istanbul 2024

Ultraviolette Automotive has announced its foray into Europe, kickstarting operations in Turkiye. The company showcased the Ultraviolette F77 performance electric motorcycle at the Motobike Istanbul 2024 at the K-Rides pavilion. The F77 is the brand’s flagship offering and is made in India and will be exported from the manufacturer’s facility near Bengaluru.

Ultraviolette has partnered with Kibar Holding, a leading conglomerate in Turkiye, which has ventured into the two-wheeler sector with its new company K-Rides, for the sales and distribution of the F77. Ultraviolette and K-Rides are inviting potential buyers and stakeholders to check out the F77.

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Ultraviolette F77 Motobike Istanbul 2024
While Turkiye is the first market in Europe to get the Ultraviolette F77, we expect the company to announce newer markets in the coming months

Speaking about Ultraviolette’s arrival, Gökhan Lokmanoğlu, Chief Corporate Development Officer of Kibar Holding, said, “K-Rides, aligning with its mission to curate a distinctive portfolio featuring the most outstanding brands in the motorcycle world, known for their high performance and unique designs, is excited to introduce the F77 to the Turkish rider community in collaboration with Ultraviolette, the pioneering brand shaping the future of electric high-performance vehicles with its innovative designs.”

Speaking at the unveiling in Turkiye, Narayan Subramaniam, CEO & Co-Founder – Ultraviolette, said, “We are thrilled to showcase the Ultraviolette F77 to the vibrant and dynamic market of Türkiye in association with K-RIDES. At the time of the launch of the F77 back in 2022, Ultraviolette had received interest for its flagship motorcycle from over 190 countries hinting towards a strong global demand. The F77’s display at the MotoBike Istanbul 2024 signifies a decisive leap forward in Ultraviolette’s global expansion strategy. With the F77, motorcycle enthusiasts in Türkiye are poised to be thrilled by its Aviation DNA, ground-breaking design and unparalleled performance.”

Ultraviolette F77 Motobike Istanbul 2024
Ultraviolette is inviting potential buyers and stakeholders to check out the F77 at Motobike Istanbul 2024

The Indian start-up’s entry into the Turkish market is in line with the company’s previous announcement of entering Europe this year. The brand announced its foray at EICMA 2023 last November and also confirmed that deliveries in Europe will begin in the second quarter of 2024.

The Ultraviolette F77 is built to the same spec for the world. The performance electric motorcycle packs a 30 kW (40 bhp) PMS electric motor with 100 Nm that sends power to the rear wheel. The e-bike can sprint from 0-60 kmph in 2.9 seconds and has a top speed of 152 kmph. The F77 gets the biggest battery on any electric two-wheeler in India with the 10.3 kWh unit promising a range of 307 km (claimed) on a single charge.

Watch: Ultraviolette F77 electric motorcycle | Review

Other features include a 5-inch TFT instrument console with smartphone connectivity, all-LED lighting, rider telematics, 9-axis IMU, dual-channel ABS and more. The Ultraviolette F77 is priced from ₹3.80 lakh for the Original, going up to ₹4.55 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Recon variant.

First Published Date: 21 Mar 2024, 18:49 PM IST


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EICMA 2023: Ultraviolette F77 e-motorcycle revealed for Europe, new F99 unveiled with 265 kmph top speed

EICMA 2023: Ultraviolette F77 e-motorcycle revealed for Europe, new F99 unveiled with 265 kmph top speed

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Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette Automotive unveiled the F77 electric motorcycle for international markets at EICMA 2023. A year after its India launch, the Ultraviolette F77 now enters the European market and will be priced between 9,000 and 11,000 Euros in Europe (subject to federal/state government incentives and taxes). The company will commence accepting bookings for the F77 in Europe from November 15 onwards on its website. Apart from the Euro-spec F77, Ultraviolette also showcased the F99 factory racing platform at EICMA 2023.

By: Sameer Fayaz Contractor
| Updated on: 08 Nov 2023, 21:18 PM

The European-spec Ultraviolette F77 at EICMA 2023 with co-founders Narayan Subramaniam and Niraj Rajmohan

The Ultraviolette F77 electric motorcycle for Europe will arrive in three variants – Shadow, Laser and Airstrike. The styling remains the same while the electric motor develops 40 bhp and 100 Nm of peak torque, similar to the Indian version. The 10.3 kWh battery pack powers the PMS motor but the range for Europe is yet to be revealed.

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Performance figures remain the same with 0-60 kmph coming up in 2.9 seconds and 0-100 kmph in 7.8 seconds. The bike gets three-level regenerative braking. The F77 has been completely designed and developed in India and will be exported from the manufacturer’s facility in Bengaluru. The electric motorcycle also gets three ride modes – Glide, Combat and Ballistic, apart from a host of connectivity features.

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The F77 for Europe remains identical to the Indian version but the range is yet to be revealed from the 10.3 kWh battery pack

Speaking on the unveiling, Narayan Subramaniam, Co-Founder & CEO – Ultraviolette, said, We received an overwhelming response from enthusiasts across 190 countries, showing keen interest in the Ultraviolette F77. This energized our conviction to enter the European market, and EICMA 2023 is just the beginning, marking a significant milestone in our journey. As we set our sights on the global markets, the premiere of the F99 Factory Racing Platform further testifies to the passion, innovation, and relentless pursuit of excellence that started with the F77 and now seamlessly evolves into the F99. In an industry dominated by legacy players, we take pride in our role as catalysts of transformation in the realm of racing.”

Niraj Rajmohan, Co-Founder & CTO – Ultraviolette, added, “The F99 Factory Racing Platform exemplifies our vision to lead the way in global EV innovation. We take pride in driving innovation in the world of racing, providing state-of-the-art technology and unparalleled riding experiences, whether it’s on the track or the open road. Our entry into the European market marks an exhilarating milestone in our journey.”

Ultraviolette F99
The Ultraviolette F99 electric racing platform gets a carbon fibre components, liquid-cooled motor with 120 bhp, and a higher top speed of 265 kmph

With respect to the Ultraviolette F99 factory racing platform, the electric race bike builds on the F77 adding a full fairing. The e-bike incorporates carbon fibre in the construction of its active aerodynamics including the panels and winglets. Moreover, the electric motor is now liquid-cooled on the F99 helps take the maximum output to 90 kW (120 bhp) with 0-100 kmph coming up in just 3 seconds. The top speed has significantly increased to 265 kmph.

The Ultraviolette F99 has an aero drag coefficient of 0.45 and a low kerb weight of just 178 kg, which makes it easier to achieve high-performance numbers. The electric race bike platform was first unveiled at the 2023 Auto Expo but the EICMA version gets further revisions in design and performance. Ultraviolette anticipates the global launch of the F99 commercially by 2025. The platform can enable an advanced electric racing program in the future. Ultraviolette is currently speaking to European distributors to make their electric bikes easily accessible to customers in Europe.

First Published Date: 08 Nov 2023, 21:18 PM IST


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