Ultraviolette F77 vs F99: Which Electric Motorcycle Should You Choose
Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2 vs F99: the buyable road sports bike against the record-setting track-only superbike. Price, specs, range and who each bike is really for.
The Ultraviolette F77 and the Ultraviolette F99 are both electric bikes from Bengaluru's Ultraviolette, but they're not rivals. The F77 Mach 2 is a road-legal sports bike you can buy today from Rs 3.09 lakh ex-showroom; the F99 is a track-only factory racing platform with a 265 km/h claimed top speed, no price and no launch date. Which one you should choose depends entirely on whether you ride on roads or dream about the circuit.
EVSoch Verdict
Verdict
Best for: Riders who want genuine electric sports-bike performance on public roads today, not a future promise.
Biggest advantage: The Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2 is real, buyable, and increasingly race-proven in its own right, having completed the Isle of Man TT circuit and set a 1.46 lakh km endurance record in 2026, credentials that soften the usual “road bike vs racing halo” split.
Biggest concern: The Ultraviolette F77's price has moved since earlier coverage; confirm current ex-showroom figures before budgeting, since several published numbers online are now out of date.
Who should consider it: Anyone deciding between the two should treat this as a one-horse race for now; the F99 has no price, no launch date and no confirmed specs beyond the racing platform Ultraviolette has shown at EICMA.
Where the Ultraviolette F77 stands today
The Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2 is sold in two trims. The Original pairs a 7.1 kWh battery with a 36 bhp motor, 90 Nm of torque, and claims 211 km of range, priced at Rs 3.09 lakh ex-showroom (roughly Rs 3.27 lakh on-road in Delhi). The Recon steps up to a 10.3 kWh pack and 40 bhp, claiming 323 km, at Rs 4.24 lakh ex-showroom. Both do 0-100 km/h in about 7.8 seconds and share a 155 km/h top speed, but torque differs between them: the Recon makes 100 Nm, not the same 90 Nm as the Original.
A note on pricing: these figures have shifted more than once in 2026 as Ultraviolette has adjusted pricing (a Rs 10,000-25,000 increase across variants was applied in May 2026). If you're comparing against older reviews or listings, confirm the current figure with a dealer rather than trusting a cached price.
It's a real, buyable, road-legal sports bike with an 800 mm seat height, 160 mm ground clearance, and a battery warranty Ultraviolette advertises up to 5 years/100,000 km on its current lineup (confirm the exact term for your specific variant, since warranty terms have varied across model years).
Where the Ultraviolette F99 lives
The Ultraviolette F99 is a different animal. It was unveiled at EICMA 2023 and shown again at EICMA 2024 as a factory racing platform. Its liquid-cooled motor claims 90 kW (120 bhp), 200 Nm of motor torque and a wheel torque figure of 972 Nm. Ultraviolette's own official page lists a top speed of 265 km/h, explicitly marked as an estimate even by the brand itself, a 3-second 0-100 km/h run, and an FMSCI-certified 10.712-second quarter-mile, the fastest ever recorded by an Indian-manufactured motorcycle. Kerb weight is 180 kg per Ultraviolette's own specifications.
On pricing: there is no official price for the Ultraviolette F99. Numerous third-party sites publish “expected price” figures ranging from roughly Rs 4.5 lakh to Rs 8 lakh, but none of these carry any real sourcing or brand confirmation, and the range itself (nearly double from low to high estimate) tells you how little is actually known. Treat any specific F99 price you see quoted online as pure speculation until Ultraviolette announces one directly.
Hardware: road bike vs track bike
The Ultraviolette F77 rides on an upside-down 41 mm telescopic fork and a preload-adjustable monoshock, with dual-channel ABS, hill hold and dynamic stability control. Kerb weight is 197 kg on the Original and 207 kg on the Recon, with 110/70-17 front and 150/60-17 rear tubeless tyres.
The Ultraviolette F99 is built to a racing brief. It uses a carbon-fibre exoskeleton with active aerodynamics, fully adjustable Ohlins front and rear suspension, and Brembo radial callipers on dual front discs. It runs Metzeler Racetech slicks and weighs 180 kg on a 1,400 mm wheelbase. This is not a commuter; it's a machine with a single seat and slick tyres, aimed at the track.
Price and availability
The Ultraviolette F77 is available today across Ultraviolette's dealer network, priced from Rs 3.09 lakh to Rs 4.24 lakh ex-showroom. The Ultraviolette F99 is upcoming, with no announced price, no confirmed battery capacity, no range figure and no charging details. If you want to ride an Ultraviolette this year, the F77 is the only option. The F99 is a halo product to watch, not a bike you can buy.
Battery, range and charging: the big gap
On the Ultraviolette F77, range is defined: 211 km on the Original, 323 km on the Recon, with roughly 20-80% DC fast charging in about 1 hour. On the Ultraviolette F99, none of these numbers exist yet in any official capacity. If range and charging are your criteria, the F77 wins by default because it's the only one with real numbers to compare.
EVSoch Reality Check: claimed vs real-world range on the Ultraviolette F77
The 211 km and 323 km figures are IDC lab numbers. At least one dedicated reviewer's real-world estimate puts the Original's range closer to 250 km in the softest riding mode (Glide), which is actually higher than the IDC claim, an unusual result that suggests the claimed figure may already be conservative for gentle city riding; expect that gap to close or reverse if you ride in Ballistic mode or push toward the 155 km/h top speed regularly. As with any EV, treat the claimed figure as a starting point and the way you actually ride as the bigger variable.
Ultraviolette F77 vs Ultraviolette F99 at a glance
Spec | Ultraviolette F77 Mach 2 | Ultraviolette F99 |
Price | Rs 3.09-4.24 lakh (ex-showroom) | Not announced |
Status | Available | Upcoming |
Top speed | 155 km/h | 265 km/h (est., per Ultraviolette) |
Motor | 36-40 bhp | 120 bhp (claimed) |
Torque | 90 Nm (Original) / 100 Nm (Recon) | 200 Nm motor / 972 Nm wheel |
0-100 km/h | 7.8 s | 3 s (claimed) |
Range | 211-323 km (claimed) | Not announced |
Battery | 7.1-10.3 kWh | Not announced |
Weight | 197-207 kg | 180 kg |
Tyres | Tubeless road tyres | Metzeler Racetech slicks |
The table makes the split obvious: the F77 is a defined, buyable road motorcycle, while the F99 is an unfinished halo built for records and track days, even if the F77 itself has started picking up genuine racing credentials of its own.
EVSoch Cost Breakdown: what does running an Ultraviolette F77 actually cost?
Assumptions (August 2026): home charging at Rs 9/unit.
F77 Original (7.1 kWh pack, 211 km claimed): a full charge costs roughly 7.1 x 9 = Rs 64. At claimed range, that's about Rs 0.30/km; at the higher real-world estimate of ~250 km in Glide mode, it drops to roughly Rs 0.26/km.
F77 Recon (10.3 kWh pack, 323 km claimed): a full charge costs roughly 10.3 x 9 = Rs 93. At claimed range, that's about Rs 0.29/km.
Compare that to a comparable petrol sports bike at roughly 25-30 km/litre and Rs 100/litre: Rs 3.33-4.00/km, more than ten times the F77's running cost. For a rider doing 1,000 km a month, that's the difference between roughly Rs 260-300 in electricity and Rs 3,300-4,000 in petrol.
Real-World Example: choosing between the two F77 trims
A rider commuting 25 km each way (50 km/day) on weekdays, with occasional weekend rides, covers roughly 1,300 km/month. On the Original's real-world ~250 km range, that's a recharge every 5 days; on the Recon's 323 km claimed range, closer to every 6-7 days. Neither trim struggles with this use case, so the Recon's roughly Rs 1.15 lakh premium mainly buys extra torque, faster acceleration margin, and less frequent charging rather than solving a genuine range problem, unless weekend rides regularly push total distance well beyond 1,300 km/month.
Who Should Buy
● Riders wanting a real, road-legal electric sports bike today: the F77 Mach 2, in either trim.
● Budget-focused buyers: the Original at Rs 3.09 lakh, since the core riding experience, top speed and 0-100 time are identical to the Recon.
● Range and torque-focused buyers: the Recon at Rs 4.24 lakh, for the extra 112 km of claimed range and 10 Nm more torque.
● Collectors and track-day enthusiasts tracking the future: the F99, understanding it's not purchasable yet.
Who Should Avoid
● Don't buy the F77 expecting a light, cheap commuter; at 197-207 kg with an 800 mm seat, it's a committed sports-bike riding position, not a scooter replacement.
● Don't wait for the F99 to decide on a road bike you want to ride this year; there's no confirmed launch date.
● Don't trust any specific F99 “expected price” you see online; none of the figures in circulation (ranging from roughly Rs 4.5 lakh to Rs 8 lakh) carry real sourcing.
● Don't budget on outdated F77 pricing from older reviews; confirm the current ex-showroom figure with a dealer, since prices have moved more than once in 2026.
Questions to Ask the Dealer
● What's the current ex-showroom price for the specific trim I want, and has it changed recently?
● What's the exact battery warranty term for my specific variant, given Ultraviolette's warranty terms have varied across model years?
● What real-world range have existing F77 owners reported in my riding style and typical ride mode?
● Is there any firmer timeline on the F99's India launch or pricing beyond what's publicly speculated?
● What's the nearest authorised service centre, and how does that affect my decision given Ultraviolette's still-expanding dealer network?
Who the Ultraviolette F77 is for
The F77 Mach 2 suits an enthusiast who wants sports-bike performance for daily and weekend road riding. The 155 km/h top speed and 7.8-second sprint make it one of the fastest production electric motorcycles in India, and the Recon's 323 km claimed range covers long weekend loops. It's also practical enough for daily use, with a two-seater layout, a 5-inch TFT and mobile connectivity.
It's not for someone who wants a light, cheap commuter. At 197-207 kg it's heavy, the 800 mm seat is tall, and fast charging still takes the best part of an hour.
Who the Ultraviolette F99 is for
The F99 is for collectors and track-day riders who want a statement machine, not a daily. Its 265 km/h claimed top speed, 3-second 0-100 and record quarter-mile make it the fastest Indian-built motorcycle on paper, and the Ohlins, Brembo and carbon-fibre spec sheet is genuine racing hardware. It's a halo model that proves what Ultraviolette can build.
It's not for buyers who need to commute, want a pillion seat or expect to charge it at a regular home socket. With no price, no range and no launch date announced, it's not even a purchase yet, it's a promise.
Conclusion
If you want to own an Ultraviolette electric motorcycle today, buy the F77 Mach 2. Choose the Original at Rs 3.09 lakh for the cheaper entry, or the Recon at Rs 4.24 lakh if range and torque matter more. If you want to follow the future of Indian electric motorsport, keep an eye on the F99, but don't wait for it to decide on a road bike you can ride this year, and don't trust a specific price for it until Ultraviolette confirms one directly.
