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Let’s face it, most motorcycle reviews sound like they’re copied from a brochure. Top speed, battery size, specs, specs, more specs.
But what’s it really like to ride one of India’s boldest electric motorcycles in actual, daily, real-world conditions?
This isn’t a showroom walkthrough. It’s a seat-of-the-pants, sweaty-palms, chai-stop, parking-spot-hunting kind of review. Because that’s how we really use bikes in India.
So I took the Ultraviolette X-47, the one you’ve seen floating around in those slick social media videos, and rode it like any of us would.
City chaos in the morning. Highway freedom on the weekend. Some bad roads, unexpected rain, late-night rides, and a long detour when Google Maps betrayed me.
Here’s the truth about what it’s like to live with this machine.
First Impressions: Not a Scooter in Disguise
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Before we talk about riding, let’s get one thing out of the way. The X-47 is not one of those quiet, plasticky EV scooters meant for 40 kmph runs to the grocery store. This thing has presence.
It looks sharp, almost like a prop from a sci-fi movie. Think fighter-jet silhouette, but make it street legal. I rode the Sandstorm colour edition, and heads turned everywhere, from cabbies at signals to uncles walking near parks.
The finish? Tight. The fit? Clean. The vibe? Very premium.
It doesn’t feel like it’s trying to be electric. It feels like a motorcycle first, one that just happens to run on electrons instead of fuel.
Inside the City: Peak Hour, Peak Chaos, Peak Calm
My first test was obvious: daily traffic. Mumbai. Monday morning. Horns, rickshaws, bad tempers. The usual.
Smmoth & Quick
The X-47 is so smooth at low speeds that at first, I wasn’t sure if it was even on. No clutch. No gears. You just twist and move.
But here’s the twist: this calm becomes your superpower. You dart ahead at signals. You slip through gaps effortlessly. And that 2.7-second launch from 0 to 60? It’s real. It’s instant. It’s addictive.
At one point, I left a guy on a 250cc petrol bike completely confused at a green light. He caught up, stared at the bike, and gave a slow nod. You know the one.
Smart Features That Actually Matter
- Hill-hold assist is something you never knew you needed until you’re stuck on a flyover with a milk truck behind you.
- The rear collision radar alert pinged me twice, once when a delivery guy came too close. That beep felt like a sixth sense.
- Find My X-47 helped in a mall basement when I forgot where I parked.
- This bike isn’t just quick, it’s smart in ways that actually help you ride better.
Let’s Talk Real Range, Not Fairy Tale Numbers
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In the city, with traffic, starts and stops, some A/C charger at my apartment, and mixed riding modes, I got around 200–220 km before I needed to plug in.
This is not some ideal lab number. This is Mumbai commuting, bad roads, and the occasional wrong turn included.
The charger? Simple plug-in. I topped up at night. Woke up with full juice. No petrol pump queues. Just chai and charge.
Out on the Open Road: Ballistic Mode, Baby
Once the city test was done, it was time for what I really wanted, open road, big sky, full throttle.
I took the X-47 out on the Mumbai–Pune stretch, left early to avoid traffic, and opened it up once I hit the clear.
Acceleration Is… Different
It doesn’t growl like a petrol bike. It doesn’t build up drama. It just launches. You twist. It moves. That’s it.
No gears to shift. No engine heat. Just clean, angry torque, sent straight to the rear wheel, 610 Nm of it.
The top speed capped at 145 kmph, which is more than enough for Indian highways. But what I loved most was how stable the bike felt at high speeds. No wobbles. No nervous front. Just glide.
Hills, Bends, and Brakes
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On the way back, I took a longer route through Lonavala to test handling.
And here’s where the Dynamic Stability Control and traction control kicked in. Cornering felt sharp. The bike leaned with me, not against me. The dual-channel ABS gave confidence on quick stops, and the regen braking felt like natural engine braking, smooth, not jerky.
And yes, going downhill, the regen actually helped save battery. So you ride hard uphill, recover a bit downhill. Smart.
Not Just for Solo Riders
Let’s be real. A lot of us ride with pillions. Girlfriend. Wife. Best friend. Sometimes your younger sibling.
With a pillion on the back, the X-47 still felt balanced. The seat is comfortable, and the weight is low enough to not feel top-heavy. The footpegs are sensibly placed, and you don’t feel like you’re dragging a second person uphill.
I took my wife for a 60 km evening ride. She didn’t complain once. That’s a big deal.
What I Loved
Let me not sugarcoat this. I’m a petrolhead. I love gears, and full-throttle madness.
But the X-47 changed my mind in a few key areas:
- Torque-on-demand: No waiting, no revving. It just moves.
- Smart tech: Radar alerts, crash protection, even a dashcam module? Show me one petrol bike with that.
- No heat: In traffic, I didn’t sweat under my thighs. Thank you, battery.
- Charging is easy: Home charging works. Fast-charging on road is growing.
- It’s quiet, but not boring: The thrill is real.
Where It Could Get Better
Alright, no bike is perfect. Here’s where the X-47 could level up:
- Fast-charger availability: Still growing. If you live outside metro cities, you’ll have to plan ahead.
- App experience: It’s decent, but a few UX tweaks and smoother Bluetooth pairing would help.
- Mirrors: Slightly better vibration damping would make highway use more confident.
But these are minor things. Nothing that stopped me from enjoying the ride.
Real-World Verdict: Is the X-47 Just for EV Fans?
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Not at all.
This is not a bike for “EV people.” This is a bike for riders.
If you’re a guy who loves long rides, works in the city, hates clutch traffic, wants good looks, and doesn’t want to pay ₹4,000 a month on petrol, this bike checks all your boxes.
Even if you’re not ready to switch completely, try it once. Take a test ride. Do one loop around your city. Try Combat or Ballistic mode. You’ll feel the difference in your bones.
Still Wondering if It’s Worth It?
Let’s break it down in real-world logic:
| Category | X-47 Performance |
| City ride | Effortless, nimble, traffic-killer |
| Highway cruising | Comfortable at 100–120 kmph, solid control |
| Range (real-world) | 200–250 km per charge, depending on usage |
| Charge time | 1 hour (20–80%) with fast charger |
| Smart features | Radar alerts, dashcam, AI ride assistant |
| Cost to run | Less than ₹0.50/km, almost no servicing |
| Pillion comfort | Surprisingly good for weekend rides |
| Vibes | Slick, future-forward, and surprisingly fun |
Final Words: Would I Buy One?
If you’d asked me six months ago, I’d have said no. I love my petrol bike.
But after riding the X-47 across city chaos and weekend highways, I get it now.
Electric motorcycles are not “the future.” They’re already here. And the X-47? It’s leading the charge.
It’s fast. It’s smart. It’s Indian-made. It’s not perfect, but it’s real. It’s for riders who want thrill, convenience, low maintenance, and a bit of style to go with it.
And most of all, it makes you want to ride more. Not just to work. But for yourself.
