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Ultraviolette launches X-47 electric motorcycle in India

Could a performance-oriented EV motorcycle like this work here in the Philippines?

EJ Punsalang EJ Punsalang on Oct 01, 2025
Ultraviolette launches X-47 electric motorcycle in India

Ultraviolette might not be a household name outside India, but it’s one of the most ambitious players in the country’s fast-growing EV scene. Founded in Bengaluru in 2016, the brand first made waves with the F77 electric sportbike, a machine that blended edgy styling with serious range and performance. Earlier this year, Ultraviolette expanded into Europe, signaling that its bikes aren’t just built for the domestic market—they’re designed to compete globally. The latest proof of that ambition is the all-new X47 Crossover.

Billed as “three bikes in one,” the X47 is Ultraviolette’s first step into adventure-styled territory. On the surface, it looks like a fresh take on the lightweight ADV formula. The upright riding position, long-travel suspension, and dual-purpose tires make it ready for both road and light trail duty, while the sharp bodywork and floating tail section wouldn’t look out of place next to European rivals. The design even hints at Ducati’s old Hyperstrada, which aimed to blend sporty fun with touring comfort and just enough off-road flavor.

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Ultraviolette X-47 Crossover

The numbers on paper are intriguing. Power tops out at 38hp, keeping it A2-license compliant in Europe, but torque is a massive 610Nm at the wheel. That’s good for a 0–60kph sprint in under three seconds, though it slows a bit on the way to 100kph in 8.1 seconds. Range is quoted at 323km, thanks to the same battery architecture as the F77, and a built-in 1.6kW charger tucked under the seat means you won’t have to carry bulky charging equipment.

Then there’s the tech. The X47 introduces a radar-based safety suite called Hypersense, with blind-spot detection, lane-change assist, and rear-collision warnings that flash the indicators if a car is closing in too quickly. It also comes with dual dash cams recording in 1080p, nine levels of regenerative braking tied in with switchable ABS, and a stability control system that balances regen and braking force to prevent wheel lock. It’s a long list of features for a bike priced at the equivalent of about P130,000 in India, though prices abroad will almost certainly be higher.

Ultraviolette X-47 Crossover

Deliveries begin in October 2025, and it’s hard not to see the X47 as Ultraviolette’s way of courting European riders while proving that Indian design has come of age. But would it work here in the Philippines? Styling and torque would no doubt appeal to enthusiasts, and it could be a fun companion on twisty backroads or light off-road trails.

The real challenge is charging. Infrastructure for cars is only just gaining traction, and for bikes it’s even more limited. Add taxes and duties to the mix, and affordability becomes another question mark. If Ultraviolette can keep pricing competitive and support charging needs, the X47 might just carve out a niche here. Otherwise, it risks being one of those bikes Filipinos admire online but rarely see in person.

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