When it comes to electric two-wheelers, Ultraviolette has to be the most promising startup coming out of India right now. This isn’t just another run-of-the-mill EV company—Ultraviolette is backed by none other than Ferrari, which already makes it one of the most badass names in the game.
While we previously speculated about a Ferrari-partnered EV scooter, that project hasn't materialized just yet. But what we do have is the Shockwave and Tesseract, two electric machines that are about to shake up the market.
Shockwave: The EV Off-Roader We’ve Been Waiting For
Electric off-roaders are all the rage, and Ultraviolette just threw its hat into the ring with the Shockwave—a lightweight, aggressive, and absolutely ripping electric enduro bike. This is what happens when a company actually listens to what enthusiasts want. It’s got that raw, two-stroke-like energy in a modern electric package, designed to be as capable on the trails as it is on the streets.
Underneath the sharp and aggressive styling is a 14.5-horsepower motor paired with a 4kWh battery, delivering a claimed 165 kilometers (around 100 miles) of range. The Shockwave can sprint from 0 to 60 kilometers per hour (around 38 miles per hour) in just 2.9 seconds and has a top speed of 120 kilometers per hour (75 miles per hour).
Plus, with a kerb weight of just 120 kg (264 pounds), it’s not too bad for an electric motorcycle. It rolls on a 19-inch front and a 17-inch rear wheel, both fitted with dual-purpose block-pattern tires for optimal grip. The bike also features spoked wheels and an optional pillion seat with footpeg mounting solutions.
For riders in the US, the big question is whether the Shockwave will make it to American soil. If it does, it could go head-to-head with the Can-Am Origin, another hyped up (but way too expensive) electric ADV. While the Pulse brings BRP's heritage into the mix, it's also heavier and way more expensive. The Shockwave’s ultra-lightweight construction and aggressive styling give it an edge, especially for riders looking for an off-roadable bike with street-legal capability. Fingers crossed that Ultraviolette sees the potential and brings this beast stateside.
Tesseract: The Futuristic Maxi-Scooter with Serious Firepower
Next up is the Tesseract, and let’s be honest, the name alone is fitting. I mean, this thing looks like it’s about to transform into one of Megatron’s minions.
But really, Ultraviolette took inspiration from military helicopters when it came to this thing's angular bodywork. It’s also India’s first two-wheeler to feature front and rear cameras with radar assistance, putting it up there with the ultra-technologically advanced scooters on the market.
The Tesseract is available with multiple powertrain options. The base model comes with a 13.4-horsepower motor and a 3.5kWh battery, offering a claimed range of 162 kilometers (around 100 miles). Higher variants come with a 20-horsepower motor, paired with either a 5kWh battery for a 220 kilometer (138 miles) range or a 6kWh battery that stretches the range to 261 kilometers (163 miles). It accelerates from 0 to 38 miles per hour in 2.9 seconds and has a top speed of 125 kilometers per hour (around 78 miles per hour).
The scooter rides on 14-inch wheels, with a 110-section front tire and a 140-section rear. Suspension duties are handled by telescopic forks up front and twin shocks at the rear. There’s also a generous 34-liter under-seat storage compartment, which is large enough to fit a full-face helmet. Tech-wise, the Tesseract is loaded with a seven-inch touchscreen TFT display with full connectivity features, traction control, dual-channel ABS, and radar-assisted safety systems.
On paper, it would appear that the Tesseract has all the right ingredients to compete with premium EV scooters like the BMW CE-04, but with a way more attractive price tag. While the CE-04 has a 42-horsepower motor and an 80 mile-per-hour top speed, it also comes at a hefty price ($11,795 USD). The Tesseract, on the other hand, delivers competitive performance at a fraction of the cost.
Now, for the moment you’ve all been waiting for: the pricing. Ultraviolette is offering these models at shockingly affordable prices, even for the Indian market.
The Tesseract has been launched at Rs 145,000 (that’s around $1,750 USD), but the first 10,000 customers can get it at an introductory price of Rs 120,000 (an almost unbelievable $1,450 USD), while the next 50,000 customers can buy it for Rs 130,000 (approximately $1,570 USD).
Meanwhile, the Shockwave comes in at Rs 175,000 (or around $2,100 USD), with the first 1,000 customers getting it at an introductory price of Rs 150,000 (equivalent to about $1,800 USD).
For the level of tech, power, and range these bikes bring to the table, this pricing is absolutely wild. It undercuts many competitors by thousands of dollars, making it a no-brainer for anyone looking to get into premium EV two-wheelers. The only question is whether Ultraviolette can maintain these aggressive prices if (and hopefully when) they bring these models to the global market.
Source: Ultraviolette
