Revolt RV400 App-based Features Explained

When paired to the bike, the app offers a ton of functional features

Revolt made waves in the EV segment by launching not one but two electric motorcycles, the RV300 and the RV400. The Indian startup has made sure the user experience is completely unlike conventional motorcycles. For this, the brand has equipped the bike with 4G-enabled connectivity and Bluetooth pairing with smartphones as well. All the functions can be accessed and controlled via the brand’s official app called MyRevolt which is available on the Google PlayStore.

Also Read: Revolt RV400 vs RV300: What's Different? 

Every Revolt motorcycle comes with a machine-to-machine SIM in the bike. Unlike regular 4G SIMS, this type of SIM card cannot be used for other purposes like phone calls. The SIM communicates with the bike’s ECU and relays data to Revolt’s cloud servers. The app connects with the bike via an OTP-based PIN for added security. So even if you purchase a new phone, you can connect with the bike again by requesting the OTP. Here are all the features of the app:

Voice command and Bluetooth connectivity:

There are voice-command features working via Google Assistant on offer as well, but it will require a Google account for authentication. This voice command feature, at least for now, will allow you to start your RV 400 just saying “Revolt Start” either through your smartphone or through a Bluetooth helmet headset. Additionally, there’s Bluetooth connectivity as well, but it is used only to send/receive commands to/from the bike. Functions like remotely switching on the bike from the app, changing the artificial engine sounds are all done via Bluetooth. The effective Bluetooth range is about 50 feet.

Geofencing:

Geofencing is a safety feature which alerts the user if the vehicle goes outside the set distance parameter, which is done using the MyRevolt app. Interestingly, this feature only alerts the owner and does not cut off the bike’s motor. 

Viewing location and trip details:

You can also view the bike’s last-parked location in the app, which will come in handy if you park the bike in crowded places. You can also view your trip details, battery consumed during the trip, and location history in the app. The location data is securely stored in Revolt’s server and can be accessed only through authorised login.

Changing artificial engine sounds:

Revolt also offers artificial engine sounds which can be changed through the app. At present, there are four sounds on offer: Revolt, Rebel, Rage and Roar and more sounds will be added in the future. These sound files are encrypted and it is not possible to add your own personalised sounds. 

An effective means to monitor the battery and the bike’s status:

The MyRevolt app gives you a lot more detailed information regarding the battery’s well being. Parameters like battery voltage, number of charging cycles completed, state of charge, battery health and even battery temperature. Revolt doesn’t want its customers to be intimidated by information overload, so the brand has planned to roll out more features in the form of updates in the future. Some of the updates will include motor temperature, current flow reading, time spent in each riding mode, recommended riding mode based on the riding patterns and service centre search with the option to book via the app too! Revolt says its AI-based system will also be capable of detecting commonly-occurring problems and alerting other users to get their bike checked as a preemptive measure. 

Lets you swap/ order batteries:

The app also shows the nearest swap station, which Revolt calls a Switch Station, and uses Google Maps to let the rider navigate to it. Upon reaching the place, all you have to do is scan a QR code and swap the battery. Revolt says the battery swapping is free until December 31, 2019 and will then announce the price plan for swapping. In case you run out of battery and if there’s no swap station nearby, you can use the app to get a fully-charged battery delivered to your location. 

All these features will certainly make living with the motorcycle a lot easier and it will give the rider a much clearer idea about what’s happening with the bike. We have ridden the RV 400 and you can check out our first ride review here.