Last Updated on 29/09/2025 by Team anadiorb

Ultraviolette X47 Crossover: The Electric Bike That Aspires to be an SUV in Two Wheels

Ultraviolette X47 Crossover first look review: India’s first electric adventure crossover motorbike. Price, range, features, performance, safety & verdict details.

The Story Begins: From F77 to a Crossover Dream

Each two-wheeler marque hopes to create a machine that redefines the game. Royal Enfield succeeded with the Bullet, Bajaj with the Pulsar, KTM turned the Duke into every college student’s wet dream, and TVS bestowed upon us the Apache RTR to redefine performance value.

But there was a missing piece. While petrol bikes were changing, electric motorcycles in India got branded with the “EV scooter” tag. Ultraviolette, the Bengaluru-based company, shattered that perception with the F77—a snappy, performance-focused electric bike. It was the wake-up call bike enthusiasts craved.

But adventure was lacking. India is a land of contrasts—smooth highways, potholed city streets, mountain roads, and trails that appear to have been engineered to stress suspension, not machinery. Riders wanted a bike that could cope with it all.

And thus, the Ultraviolette X47 Crossover was conceived. It’s not merely a larger F77. It’s an electric vehicle that aspires to be the SUV of bikes—an all-rounder with attitude, capability, and tech that fits into a science fiction film.

Build Quality and Features: First Impressions Matter

Approach the X47, and immediately you sense presence. This is no waif-like commuter in electric guile’s disguise. It’s muscled, upright, and overbearing. The front features a pointed beak-like fender, the stance is upright but not recumbent, and the panels shout premium.

The fit and finish? Better than what you’d expect of a young Indian brand. Ultraviolette has grown up in a hurry. No rattling panels, no nasty plastics—everything is solid, like it could withstand India’s monsoon, dust, and potholes.

And then, of course, there’s the tech arsenal. Forget “just a speedometer”—the X47 comes equipped with:

Dual TFT displays with customizable layouts.

Front and rear Sony-powered cameras, also serving as dashcams.

UV Hypersense radar package with blind-spot monitoring, lane-change warning, rear collision alerts, and even overtaking notices.

Switchable dual-channel ABS (yes, you get to switch it off for off-road adventures).

3 levels of traction control to reconcile power with grip.

9 levels of regenerative braking so you get to decide how much engine-braking-like sensation you desire.

And 200 mm of ground clearance. That’s just short of Himalayan altitude. Speed breakers? More like speed bumps you chuckle at.

Performance: The Silent Beast

Here’s the interesting part. If you still believe EVs are dull, turn the throttle on the X47 and repeat that to yourself.

It has been fitted with a 30 kW motor, producing the equivalent of 40.2 horsepower. Not impressive enough? Wait until you see the 100 Nm of moment-on-demand torque. That’s diesel SUV torque, but at your fingertips the moment you shift your wrist.

0–60 km/h in 2.7 seconds – You’ll leave most petrol bikes behind before they even find second gear.

0–100 km/h in 8.1 seconds – Strong, smooth, and consistent.

Top speed: 145 km/h – Not track-bike fast, but more than enough for highways.

And then comes range anxiety—or rather, the lack of it. Two battery options:

7.1 kWh pack → 211 km IDC range.

10.3 kWh pack → 323 km IDC range.

Real-world? Don’t expect as much, particularly if you ride aggressively. But for the average rider, that’s Bangalore-Mysore-Bangalore—and back—without incurring charges.

The ride is muted, but not boring. Rather than noise from the exhaust, you’re treated to a whine that sounds like something straight off Tron. It’s perversely addictive.

Safety: Adopted from Cars, Designed for Bikes

This is where Ultraviolette is playing in new territory. The X47 is the first Indian motorcycle with radar-based safety features.

Blind-spot monitoring beeps you if someone’s sneaking up.

Lane-change assist assists in chaotic traffic.

Rear-collision warning buzzes if somebody’s going to plant a smooch on your rear fender.

Overtake warnings inform you when a vehicle is coming up too fast.

Add that to switchable ABS, traction control, firm braking, and a rigid chassis, and you have one of the safest motorcycles—not to mention EVs—on sale in India.

To put this in perspective, plenty of 15–20 lakh cars lack this amount of safety technology.

Capabilities: Why It’s an SUV on Two Wheels

All motorcycles fit into a box: commuter, naked street, tourer, ADV, or sportbike. The X47 blows that box wide open.

At urban traffic speeds, the on-demand torque makes holes in traffic.

On highways, the long-range battery makes it a true tourer.

On rough roads or trails, the high ground clearance and crossover stance make you feel secure.

Think of it this way: if cars have the Hyundai Creta, Jeep Compass, and Tata Safari as do-it-all SUVs, the X47 is their motorcycle equivalent. It’s not hardcore off-road like a Himalayan, not razor-sharp like a supersport—but it does everything well enough to be the only bike you’d need.

Pricing and Availability: A Strategic Shock

Here’s the twist in the tale: Ultraviolette priced it to kill.

2.49 lakh (launch offer) – for the first 5,000 customers.

2.74 lakh ex-showroom – standard price.

Deliveries? From October 2025. Bookings are open already, and in less than 24 hours, more than 3,000 bookings were done. Clearly, the market was waiting for something like this.

When you compare the price to petrol-powered ADVs, the value is such that it hits you. It’s less expensive than many 250–400cc ADVs, yet has technology and torque they can only dream about.

Pros and Cons

What Works:

Bold design with adventure DNA.

Instant torque and exhilarating ride.

Radar and camera-based safety features.

Long range (up to 323 km).

Aggressive, smart pricing.

What Doesn’t (Yet):

Charging infra in India still in catch-up mode.

Real-world range short of IDC claims if you ride aggressively.

Service and dealership reach still growing.

Final Verdict: The Bike That Changes the Conversation

The Ultraviolette X47 Crossover is not just an EV. It’s a showstopper. A motorcycle that poses the question, “Why use petrol when electric can be so fantastic?”

It appears to be sharp, goes extremely fast, carries SUV-like practicality, and is safer than the majority of bikes twice its cost. Yes, the charging infrastructure must expand, and Ultraviolette still needs to ramp up service. But the X47 is evidence that India can produce world-class motorcycles—not just for now, but for the coming years.

If you’ve been waiting for an electric bike that feels like a proper motorcycle—not a compromise—the X47 might just be your next big purchase.