Ultraviolette X47 Review: Adventure Beckons, But Does It Deliver?

Can one motorcycle truly master the chaos of city streets and the call of light trails? Ultraviolette's X47 stakes its claim as the ultimate hybrid rider's companion. We hop on for an initial outing to dissect its promises. In a market hungry for multi-tasking EVs, it seeks to satisfy without overpromising.

Ultraviolette has carved a niche since the F77's debut, and the X47 builds on that momentum as a crossover aimed at dual-purpose enthusiasts. It's a calculated play on future trends, blending everyday usability with exploratory vibes. Our first impressions come from a diverse ride encompassing urban hustle, highway stretches, and gentle off-beaten paths. Does it harmonise these worlds, or does it stumble in the attempt? Let's unpack.

Ultraviolette X47 Review: Design and Features

The X47's

aesthetics borrow cues from the F77, like the distinctive headlamp with LED DRLs and a petite visor. Its profile evokes adventure credentials through golden inverted front forks. Both wheels are 17-inchers: 110-section front tyre for nimble steering, 150-section rear for stability. Equipped with switchable ABS and dual discs, braking feels assured. The dual-purpose mudguard, styled with a protruding beak, enhances its rugged charm.

Indicators are LED-lit, and the flanks boast an assertive tank design in dual tones. Buyers choose from red, silver pairings, or the enigmatic 'Shadow Black'. Rear styling stays understated with LED tails and a mono-shock setup. Pioneering for its segment, radar-assisted ADAS brings overtake notifications, blind-spot monitoring, and rear crash alerts – signalled via mirror and display flashes. Standard on all trims, though our test unit lacked the hardware.

Power comes from either a 7.1 kWh battery (210 km claimed IDC range) or 10.3 kWh (323 km). The broad single seat accommodates rider and passenger comfortably. An extra-cost onboard charger boosts practicality. Left controls handle cluster ops, signals, horn, hazards, and lights; right manages modes, start, and emergency cutoff.

The vibrant screen shifts from F77 styling, featuring nav, trips, configs, controls, docs, storage, Bluetooth, battery insights, and tyre pressure monitoring. Customise ABS modes (mono/dual), regen intensity, and traction toggle. Optional dual cameras serve as a recording dash cam, viewable separately.

Ultraviolette X47 Review: Performance and Handling

With a power of 39 bhp and 100 Nm torque, the X47 leverages electric immediacy across three modes for tailored outputs. Our sessions on circuits, motorways, and town lanes revealed solid acceleration, though heft peeked through in corners.

Manoeuvrability is respectable; it doesn't float like a lightweight but avoids clumsiness. Suspension absorbs impacts well, from urban pits to mild dirt tracks, maintaining poise. Cushy seating aids endurance. Yet, abrupt halts triggered a grating sound from the rear brake – an isolated flaw? A teammate noted front-end noise, suggesting room for polish.

Ultraviolette X47 Review: Hits and Misses

Drawbacks: include vibrations from front panels like the mudguard and beak at pace on rough patches – easily addressable tweaks. Brake squeals under pressure and needs some refinement.

Strengths: The styling captures an exploratory spirit alongside city-friendly ergonomics. Suspension and seating synergy yield reliable comfort. Torque-rich performance impresses, outshining petrol peers in low-end punch and adaptability for varied paces.

Ultraviolette X47 Review: Final Verdict

Holistically, the X47 emerges as a tech-savvy proposition with broad appeal. Starting at Rs 2.5 lakh (ex-showroom) for the initial 5,000 units, then Rs 2.76 lakh, it packs value amid its innovations. Strengths eclipse the minor gripes. For riders seeking an EV that straddles lifestyles without mastery in one, it's intriguing enough to warrant a closer look.