Ultraviolette F77 Clocks 1 Lakh Km in 17 Months: Battery Retains Stunning 96% Health

In a defining moment for the Indian electric vehicle (EV) industry, Bengaluru-based Ultraviolette Automotive has announced that one of its customers, Harish Surampade, has successfully clocked over 1,00,000 kilometers on his Ultraviolette F77 electric motorcycle.

Accomplished in just 17 months, this feat is more than just a mileage record—it is a critical validation of EV technology. Perhaps the most significant statistic from this endurance run is the battery health: after 1 lakh kilometers of rigorous real-world riding, the F77’s battery retains 96% of its original capacity.

Breaking Myths: EV Durability on Indian Roads

Range anxiety and battery longevity have long been the primary concerns for potential EV buyers in India. This milestone directly addresses those fears. Harish’s journey wasn't limited to city commuting; it covered varied terrains including highways, coastal routes, and high-altitude mountain passes.

Key Endurance Stats

• Total Distance : 100,000+ km

• Timeframe : 17 Months

• Battery Health : 96% Retention (Only 4% degradation)

• Temperature Variance : Ridden between -15°C and 48°C

• Max Daily Distance : 613 km in 24 hours

"Harish’s achievement is a defining moment for electric touring," said Narayan Subramaniam, Co-founder & CEO, Ultraviolette. "Completing 1,00,000 km across cities, highways, borders, and high-altitude terrain proves that long-distance electric travel is no longer an experiment; it is reality."

The Engineering Behind the Battery Life

The fact that the battery degraded by only 4% after such extensive usage is a testament to Ultraviolette’s proprietary battery architecture. The F77 utilizes advanced thermal management systems to handle extreme heat and cold, ensuring the cells operate within their optimal window.

Niraj Rajmohan, Co-Founder & CTO, commented on the technical success: "Seeing a customer’s motorcycle retain 96% of its battery capacity after 1,00,000 km of real-world riding is the ultimate validation of our engineering. The F77 continues to prove what India can build for the world."

Cost of Ownership: EV vs. Petrol

Beyond the engineering feat, the financial benefits of this milestone are substantial. Over the 17-month period, Harish saved an estimated ₹4,59,009 in fuel costs compared to a comparable high-performance internal combustion engine (ICE) motorcycle.

Extreme Testing: From -15°C to 48°C

The F77 was not babied during this period. It traversed nine international borders and faced temperature swings of 63°C. From the sub-zero chills of high-altitude zones (-15°C) to the scorching summer heat (48°C), the motorcycle's performance remained consistent. This real-world stress testing confirms that performance EVs are ready for India's diverse climatic conditions.

Conclusion: A New Era for Electric Touring

As Ultraviolette expands its footprint globally, this 100,000 km milestone serves as a powerful case study for electric mobility. It proves that with the right engineering, electric motorcycles can offer durability that rivals, and in terms of running costs, drastically outperforms their petrol counterparts.

For riders looking to tour farther and faster, the F77 has proven it is a machine built for the long haul.