Indian electric motorcycle manufacturer Ultraviolette has achieved a significant milestone on the global stage, becoming the first Indian motorcycle brand to complete a lap of the legendary Isle of Man TT Mountain Circuit.
The achievement was accomplished using five Ultraviolette F77 MACH 2 motorcycles on the final day of the 2026 Isle of Man TT races.
The motorcycles were ridden by:
Widely regarded as one of the most challenging motorcycle circuits in the world, the Isle of Man TT Mountain Course stretches 60.72 km across public roads, featuring high-speed straights, blind corners and dramatic elevation changes.
Ultraviolette says the achievement highlights the growing maturity of electric motorcycle technology and showcases the capabilities of Indian engineering on a global platform.
The company believes that completing the Mountain Course demonstrates that high-performance electric motorcycles are now capable of tackling some of the world’s most demanding riding environments.
The F77 is currently the only Indian electric two-wheeler certified for sale in the UK and is also available across 18 European countries.
Speaking on the achievement, Ultraviolette CEO and co-founder Narayan Subramaniam highlighted the historical significance of the Isle of Man TT and referenced the former TT Zero electric motorcycle category.
According to Subramaniam, electric motorcycles have now reached a level of performance and capability that could support the return of electric racing to the Isle of Man TT, helping drive the next phase of innovation in the motorcycle industry.
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For Ultraviolette, this is more than just a record. Completing the Isle of Man TT Mountain Course places the Bengaluru-based manufacturer alongside some of motorcycling’s most iconic names that have tackled the legendary circuit.
More importantly, it serves as a strong statement about how far India’s electric two-wheeler industry has progressed, with the F77 proving its capabilities on one of the toughest roads in motorsport.
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