Ultraviolette F77 vs KTM 390 Duke vs TVS Apache RR 310: Performance, Range Compared

Published November 13, 2019
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How electrifyingly close is the performance of the F77 to sub-400cc petrol-powered bikes?

Ultraviolette F77 vs KTM 390 Duke vs TVS Apache RR 310: Performance, highlights

Performance-oriented electric motorcycles were virtually non-existent in India until Bengaluru-based manufacturer Ultraviolette brought the F77. While the company claims its performance can be compared to a 250cc motorcycle, our test numbers suggest this will give some larger motorcycles a close run for their money. We have picked the KTM 390 Duke, the best naked motorcycle in its segment, and the TVS Apache RR 310, as TVS Motor is one of the main backers of Ultraviolette.

Acceleration:

	Ultraviolette F77	KTM 390 Duke	TVS Apache RR 310
0-60kmph	2.92 seconds	2.77 seconds	2.86 seconds
0-100kmph	7.03 seconds	5.98 seconds	7.00 seconds

Ultraviolette has VBox tested the F77 itself and it’s shocking to see that the F77 is just a second off the 390 Duke to hundred. It is even more surprising that the electric bike is just marginally off the RR 310 in the same test. The claimed top speed of the F77 is 147kmph, which by any stretch of the imagination is not slow.

Range:

	Ultraviolette F77	KTM 390 Duke	TVS Apache RR 310
City		25.7kmpl	31kmpl
Fuel tank capacity		13.5-litres	11-litres
City Range	130-150km on a single charge	347km	341km

This is one of the areas where electrics definitely struggle. While Ultraviolette claims that its cells have the best-in-the-world energy density, the real-world range figure of even 150km is nearly one-third of its other petrol-powered competitors. The claimed range is one of the best in the electric business in India. Also, Ultraviolette is offering loads of battery charging solutions to ease your range anxiety issue.

Ultraviolette F77 Video Review

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Harsh | 6 years ago If comparing cost per KM then we need to factor spares & service cost vs battery replacement cost as well. 2 Reply

Danny | 6 years ago Also to take in consideration is the maintenance. Which this doesn't have. No need to change fluids, radiator fuilds etc. Only thing servicing is needed are the brakes and tires after 5k to 10k kilometres. 3 Reply

k. | 6 years ago As per my calculation you spend Re 42 got every 150kms so compared to 340+ range given by Duke 390 in full tank will be considerably high in money. So the same kilometers can be done with in Rs 100. Ofcourse charging is a challenge but on the bright side it can become a best mobility solution in city not spending too much of petrol which we can fill in our petrol bikes. In my opinion it could be the best second bike. ...Read More 1 Reply

V | 6 years ago Super bike 0 Reply

PlugIn | 6 years ago Strange you leave out the cost to travel 400 kms for the petrol bikes. Rs 600 for petrol bikes and Rs 50 for Ultraviolet. Do it 10 times a month and it's like Rs6,000 vs Rs500.F77 is just their 1st bike yet they are able to match some of the best machines out there!!! ...Read More 2 Reply

PlugIn | 6 years ago Strange you leave out the cost to travel 400 ims for the petrol bikes. Rs 600 for petrol bikes and Rs 50 for Ultraviolet. Do it 10 times a month and it's like Rs6,000 vs Rs500.F77 is just their 1st bike yet they are able to match some of the best machines out there!!! ...Read More 0 Reply

Gautam | 6 years ago It's probably has the least cost per tank full/full charge when compared to RR 310 or Duke 390. This makes a statement by itself. 0 Reply