Ultraviolette made a massive splash with its F77 electric sportbike, but the company is already expanding its horizons. Meet the Ultraviolette X-47, an adventure-ready electric “crossover” that takes the F77’s high-performance platform and adapts it for India’s toughest roads and light trails. With more suspension travel, a comfortable upright riding position, and innovative new tech, the X-47 is poised to be one of the most versatile and appealing EVs on the market.
What is the Ultraviolette X-47?
The Ultraviolette X-47 is a brand-new electric crossover motorcycle built on the same core platform as the F77. While it shares the same battery packs, motor, and main frame, the X-47 is designed for a completely different purpose. It’s not a full-blown adventure bike but is engineered to handle rough roads, broken pavement, and light off-roading with ease. It features a new cast aluminum subframe, longer suspension travel, dual-purpose tires, and an upright riding posture, making it a more practical and comfortable option for everyday Indian riding conditions.
Why the X-47 is an Exciting Development
While the F77 is a thrilling sportbike, the X-47 is arguably the more practical and relevant motorcycle for the majority of Indian riders. It addresses the real-world needs of commuting on imperfect roads while still offering exhilarating performance.
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Go-Anywhere Capability: With 170mm of suspension travel and over 208mm of ground clearance, the X-47 is built to soak up bumps and tackle bad roads without breaking a sweat.
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Comfortable Ergonomics: A taller, wider handlebar provides a relaxed, upright riding position that’s perfect for long hours in the saddle.
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Innovative Onboard Charging: It features the world’s most power-dense air-cooled charger built right into the bike. This means you don’t need to carry a bulky charger; a simple cable is all that’s required.
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Cutting-Edge Safety Tech: The X-47 is the first bike in its price segment in India to offer a standard rear-facing radar system, providing features like blind-spot monitoring and rear collision warnings.
Key Features and Game-Changing Tech
Ultraviolette has packed the X-47 with smart engineering that sets it apart.
Built for the Real World
At its heart, the X-47 uses the same powerful 40.2hp motor as the F77, but with a larger rear sprocket for even more torque—a massive 610 Nm at the wheel. It’s available with two battery pack sizes (7.1 kWh and 10.3 kWh), with the larger pack offering a claimed IDC range of up to 323 km. The bike rides on 17-inch wheels with chunky, dual-purpose tires for excellent grip on mixed surfaces.
Game-Changing Onboard Charger
One of the bike’s smartest features is the new onboard charger, ingeniously integrated into the cast aluminum subframe. This 1600W charger means you can plug into any standard 16-amp socket to charge up, and for even faster charging, you can combine it with an optional “Boost Charger” to get over 3kW of charging speed.
Standard Radar for Enhanced Safety
The X-47’s rear-facing radar system offers a suite of safety alerts that are a huge benefit in chaotic Indian traffic. It provides:
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Blind Spot Monitoring
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Lane Change Assist
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Overtake Alerts
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Rear Collision Warnings
Crucially, the system only provides warnings via lights on the mirrors—it does not intervene with braking or steering, keeping the rider in full control.
Future Outlook: More Variants and Accessories
The X-47 will launch with a starting price of around Rs 2.74 lakh (ex-showroom) for the 7.1 kWh version. It will be available in multiple color options and will also offer optional accessories like front and rear dashcams for added security. With its compelling blend of performance, practicality, and groundbreaking tech, the X-47 looks set to become a major force in the premium electric motorcycle segment in India.
The Ultraviolette X-47 is far more than just a modified F77; it’s a smart, well-thought-out electric motorcycle that’s perfectly suited for Indian conditions. With its long-travel suspension, comfortable ergonomics, and innovative features like the onboard charger and standard radar system, the X-47 is one of the most appealing and practical performance EVs to date. For riders looking for a bike that can do it all, the Ultraviolette X-47 is definitely one to watch.
