Ultraviolette Launches X-47 Venom in Europe
The Bengaluru-based electric motorcycle maker debuted the X-47 Venom at EICMA 2026 in Milan, Italy.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Ultraviolette launched the X-47 Venom electric motorcycle in Europe at EICMA 2026 in Milan, Italy. The company became the first Indian firm to retail electric motorcycles in the European market.
Why it matters
The launch marks an Indian electric two-wheeler maker entering a European market with established competitors. It extends the reach of electric motorcycles beyond their home-market base.
The X-47 Venom has an IDC-certified range of 343 km, produces 40 hp and 550 Nm of torque, and weighs 180 kg. It accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and tops out at 155 km/h.
The players
Ultraviolette
An electric motorcycle manufacturer based in Bengaluru, India, which launched the X-47 Venom and became the first Indian company to retail electric motorcycles in Europe.
The details
The X-47 Venom is built on Ultraviolette's new VX-100 100V powertrain platform and uses the UV LIGHTFURY motor, which employs aerospace-derived Soft Magnetic Composites. Safety features include Bosch dual-channel switchable ABS, four-level traction control, Dynamic Stability Control and UV Hypersense, a radar-based rider assistance system. The company also unveiled the Tesseract Maxi electric scooter, which has a 6 kWh battery that charges to 80% in under an hour.
Timeline
EICMA 2026: X-47 Venom launched in Europe in Milan, Italy.
Roadmap
The launch shows Indian electric two-wheeler makers pursuing export markets, with the X-47 Venom built on the new VX-100 platform. It positions Ultraviolette against established European and Asian electric motorcycle brands.
Buyers in Europe will have access to a 343 km-range electric motorcycle from a new brand. Prospective owners should confirm local pricing and charging arrangements before purchase.
The takeaway
Electric motorcycle makers are expanding beyond their home markets, and buyers in new regions will have more choice. Comparing certified range figures with real-world performance remains important before buying.
Further reading
For more on the sector, see the Electric Vehicles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Times of India.
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