Royal Enfield MotoWave X2 review

The Royal Enfield MotoWave X2 is a highly practical, budget-friendly Bluetooth communication system for helmets priced at ₹3,999. It was developed in collaboration with BluArmor. It stands out as the smallest, lightest, and most affordable wireless audio kit on the official Royal Enfield Store. It is explicitly designed for solo riders, daily commuters, and weekend tourers who prioritise basic connectivity over advanced group intercom features. If you ride alone and just want to listen to music or take calls, this is a great choice.

The MotoWave X2 uses Bluetooth 5.3 technology. This gives extremely stable pairing with zero unexpected resets or glitches. There is no intercom function, so you cannot talk to other riders. The claimed battery life is 16+ hours. In real-world heavy use, it delivers a solid 11 to 12 hours of playback. The weather rating is IP67, which means it is dustproof and waterproof. It can easily handle heavy monsoon rain and road dust. The audio technology is called DHWANI by BLU, which focuses heavily on vocal and mid-frequency clarity.

Reviewers really like the clever packaging and design. The inside components are themed after Royal Enfield motorcycles. The speaker mimics a Himalayan 450 front wheel. The primary module resembles a Classic 350 utility box. The microphone mirrors an Interceptor 650 exhaust. The compact control module is also a big plus. Because Royal Enfield separated the battery pack from the main control unit, the button module mounted on the helmet exterior remains incredibly sleek, light, and low-profile. The call quality is superb. The microphone hardware and built-in wind noise filter work flawlessly. Even at highway speeds, the person on the other end of the call hears crystal-clear audio with very little background noise. The 3-button physical interface is dead-simple and very easy to use even when wearing thick riding gloves.

However, there are some downsides. The audio profile is strongly tuned for navigation prompts, podcasts, and phone calls. Music lovers will find that the lower-end bass frequencies are nearly completely missing. The separate battery pack is meant to be tucked inside the helmet liner. In snug, premium, or heavily-padded helmets, this can crowd your head space. Some users choose to mount the battery externally on the back of the helmet instead. There is no intercom functionality. If you regularly ride in a group and need to talk to other riders, you will have to buy the larger MotoWave X1 or Royal Enfield’s high-end Sena 50S collaboration kit.

If you are thinking of buying the MotoWave X2, you should do so if you ride alone most of the time. You want a budget-friendly Bluetooth system under ₹4,000. You need to take calls while riding. You listen to podcasts or navigation prompts more than music. You want a compact, lightweight unit. You are okay with no intercom or group communication. You should look at the MotoWave X1 or Sena 50S if you ride in a group and need to talk to other riders. You should also consider those if you want better bass for music.