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News18
5 days ago
- Automotive
- News18
Ultraviolette F77 Gets Ballistic+ Upgrade, No Extra Cost For Owners
Last Updated: New 'Ballistic+' firmware brings sharper throttle, stronger torque, and a more thrilling ride without changing the hardware. Ultraviolette has launched a new performance update for its flagship electric motorcycle, the F77. Called the Gen3 Powertrain Firmware, this upgrade introduces the Ballistic+ mode, aimed at giving riders an even sharper and more exciting experience. The best part is it's free for all existing F77 owners, as per Autocar. This update comes after the F77 was launched in Europe, where riders tend to ride at higher speeds. That put extra pressure on the bike's systems. In response, Ultraviolette engineers tweaked the thermal performance of the motor and controller. The result? A bike that resists heat build-up better and delivers a stronger initial torque before any power drop happens. With Ballistic+, riders will notice a faster throttle response and a more engaging performance. The display will still show the top mode as 'Ballistic', but under the hood, things have definitely leveled up. However, key figures like the 40 bhp peak power and 100Nm of torque remain unchanged. The battery size stays the same – 7.1kWh for the F77 Mach 2 and 10.3kWh for the Mach 2 Recon. The claimed range figures are also unchanged. This firmware works across all F77 variants, thanks to the bike's smart Vehicle Control Unit (VCU), which processes over 3,000 data points in real-time. This allows the system to fine-tune the powertrain using just software — no hardware upgrade needed. view comments First Published: July 23, 2025, 08:04 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Ultraviolette pushes free update to F77 electric motorcycle: What's new
Ultraviolette has updated its F77 electric motorcycle but there's a catch! The update comes not by changing any hardware, but purely through software. The Bengaluru-based startup has rolled out a performance update called the Gen3 Powertrain Firmware . Interestingly, it's completely free for all existing F77 owners. At the heart of this new update is a feature called Ballistic+, a new mode that injects more urgency into the throttle response, making the F77 feel quicker and more alive the moment you twist the throttle. While the bike's peak output figures remain unchanged at 40 hp and 100 Nm of torque, the riding experience is said to be sharper and more engaging. What makes this upgrade special is its intelligence. Ultraviolette has tapped into Violette A.I., its connected software system that learns from rider behaviour. This system has analysed data from over 8 million km of global on-road usage. It looks at how riders accelerate, how they brake, what kind of roads they ride on, and how they interact with the bike. All this information feeds into the bike's central brain, allowing it to continuously fine-tune performance through the new Ballistic+ mode. Kia Carens Clavis first drive review: Game-Changer for electric MPVs? | TOI Auto The Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) of the F77 plays a crucial role in this transformation. It processes more than 3,000 data points in real time, adjusting the motor controller, drivetrain, and battery management system on the go. The result is a more dynamic and responsive motorcycle: all without touching the hardware. Battery capacities also remain unchanged at 7.1 kWh for the Mach 2 and 10.3 kWh for the Mach 2 Recon, with no revisions to range figures. What's even better is that this Gen3 firmware is fully backwards-compatible. So whether you're an early adopter or a recent buyer, you'll be able to download and install this upgrade free of cost. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Ultraviolette F77 gets Ballistic+ riding mode with new software update
Ultraviolette has not made any cosmetic changes to the electric motorcycle. Check Offers Ultraviolette has announced a major software update for its F77 electric motorcycle lineup, introducing the new Gen3 Powertrain Firmware. Alongside this update, a new performance mode called Ballistic+ has also been rolled out. The upgrade follows extensive analysis of rider data gathered from over 8 million kilometres of real-world usage. The Gen3 firmware is designed to improve throttle response and overall performance of the F77. It is based on data collected by the company's proprietary Violette A.I. system, which monitors over 3,000 parameters during a ride, including acceleration patterns, terrain inputs, and rider behaviour. According to the company, these learnings have been used to refine the power delivery and handling of the motorcycle. The throttle is more aggressive with the Mach 3 with UV fine-tuning the motor-controller setup on the F77 One of the headline changes is the introduction of Ballistic+, a new riding mode available across all F77 variants. This mode is engineered to offer a more responsive and immediate power surge, particularly noticeable during initial acceleration. While the exact performance metrics have not been disclosed, the update is aimed at delivering a more engaging riding experience. Ultraviolette has clarified that the update will be offered free of charge to all existing F77 customers. This ensures that even older models will benefit from the performance improvements and feature enhancements introduced in the latest version of the software. The Ballistic+ mode and Gen3 firmware are fully compatible with earlier models of the F77. Also Read : 2025 Ultraviolette F77 Mach 3 Review The update builds on previous iterations of the F77, including the MACH 2 version released in 2024. That model introduced safety and convenience features such as traction control, regenerative braking with 10 levels of adjustability, hill-hold assist, and the integration of Violette A.I. for adaptive system behavior. With electric motorcycles still a developing segment in India, software-led enhancements such as this one are likely to become more common as manufacturers collect more user data and refine their systems. Such OTA updates are particularly easier with the electric vehicles because they come with connected technology. The F77 update is a clear example of how connected technologies and real-world data are beginning to influence performance tuning and product longevity in the EV space. Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date: 22 Jul 2025, 15:34 pm IST
India Today
6 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Ultraviolette F77 gets Ballistic+ mode with new Gen3 powertrain firmware update
Ultraviolette Automotive has announced a major software update for its electric flagship, the F77, with the rollout of the Gen3 powertrain firmware and the introduction of the new 'Ballistic+' performance mode. This update promises to deliver a more thrilling, responsive, and intelligent ride experience to F77 owners, at no extra from insights gathered through over 8 million kilometers of real-world riding data, the Gen3 update is powered by Ultraviolette's proprietary connected intelligence platform, Violette A.I. This advanced system analyses thousands of data points in real time, from throttle inputs to terrain patterns—and continuously optimizes performance across the bike's battery, drivetrain, and control newly unveiled 'Ballistic+' mode takes the F77's performance to new heights, offering a sharper, more adrenaline-charged ride with a noticeable surge in initial power delivery. Designed to learn and evolve with the rider, Ballistic+ exemplifies Ultraviolette's core philosophy of progression through intelligence, rather than planned obsolescence. Narayan Subramaniam, CEO and Co-founder of Ultraviolette, highlighted the long-term value of this upgrade, "'For decades, vehicles, gadgets, and consumer electronics have followed a familiar trajectory where they start strong, but degrade over time. While others may practice planned obsolescence, we believe in the opposite paradigm where technology evolves and gets better with time. At Ultraviolette, we envision how a machine could learn from you, evolve with you, and unlock more power the longer you own it," he Rajmohan, CTO and Co-founder, added, "At the heart of every F77 is our Vehicle Control Unit, a powerful onboard intelligence system that captures over 3,000 data points in real time. These are continuously analysed by Violette A.I., which interprets, learns and evolves to optimize performance and deliver smarter, more responsive system updates. Through this seamless integration of advanced hardware and intelligence, we uncovered new possibilities to extract even greater performance from the battery and drivetrain systems. Our architecture proved its capability through rigorous fine-tuning, from the VCU to the motor and motor controller, ultimately resulting in our new Gen3 Powertrain Firmware. This is a breakthrough in electric performance, based on precision engineering, and intelligent evolution."All existing F77 customers will receive the firmware upgrade, including Ballistic+ mode, free of charge. The update is backward-compatible across all F77 variants, ensuring that every rider—regardless of when they purchased their motorcycle—can benefit from the enhanced in 2016, Ultraviolette is backed by global investors such as EXOR's Lingotto, Qualcomm Ventures, TVS Motors, Zoho Corporation, and others. With its presence in ten European countries and ambitions rooted in aviation-grade engineering, the company continues to push the limits of electric to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
