India is a two-wheeler haven and it wouldn’t be wrong to say that it loves the segment. Over the years, motorcycles have become extremely popular in every facet of the country ranging from the urban roads right to the hilly tracks. With an ever increasing popularity of fashion and performance oriented two wheelers, the manufacturers have unleashed a sophisticated lot of options to suit the needs and aesthetic values of every two wheeler enthusiast.
Here Below The List Of 15 Best Bikes in India
| No. | Bike | Description | Engine |
| 1 | Yamaha MT 15 | ‘Urban Street Fighter’. Blend of style and power, suitable for city roads. | 155cc, liquid-cooled |
| 2 | Royal Enfield Classic 350 | The Twist of Time. Embodies the past while being very much of the present. | 349.34cc, air-cooled |
| 3 | TVS Raider | The Stylish Commuter. Practical bike with sleek design for daily commuting. | 124.8cc, air-cooled |
| 4 | Bajaj Pulsar 200 NS | Popular motorcycle with eye-catching design and performance. | 199cc, liquid-cooled |
| 5 | Yamaha R15 V4 | The Track Focused Stunner. Supersport styled bike with aggressive street stylings. | 155cc, liquid-cooled |
| 6 | Royal Enfield Hunter 350 | The Modern Classic. Old school feel with modern features. | 349.34cc, air-cooled |
| 7 | Honda SP 125 | Stylish and functional commuter bike. | 123.94cc, air-cooled |
| 8 | TVS Apache RTR 160 | Tech race bike with a lot of technology and performance. | 159.7cc, air-cooled |
| 9 | Suzuki Gixxer 150 | Reliable sportster targeting young people. | 155cc, air-cooled |
| 10 | Honda Shine | Unique and reliable commuter bike. | 123.94cc, air-cooled |
| 11 | KTM 250 Duke | Luxurious bike with premium feel. | 249cc, liquid-cooled |
| 12 | Yamaha Xabre | Upcoming street-fighter with style and performance. | 150cc, liquid-cooled |
| 13 | BMW G 310 R | Naked roadster with famed engineering. | 313cc, liquid-cooled |
| 14 | Kawasaki Z650 | Powerful bike with exciting ride feel and design. | 649cc, liquid-cooled |
| 15 | Yezdi Roadster | Classic look with modern handling. | 334cc, liquid-cooled |
1. Yamaha MT 15: ‘Urban Street Fighter’
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Yamaha MT 15 is a superbike that captures the blend of style and power. The MT 15 is an eye turner with its rough looking forerunner and its 155cc powerful engine that is sure to impress on the city roads.
Key Features:
– Engine: 4-stroke 155 cc single overhead cam (SOHC) liquid cooled
– Power: 18. 10000 rpm 4 PS
– Torque: 14. 1 Nm at 7500 rpm
– Weight: 139 kg
– Price Range: ₹1. 67 lakhs – ₹1. 73 lakhs
MT 15 provides three versions and seven colour choices whereby riders will have the chance to customize their street-fighting bike. The slim body and agile steering, especially make it suitable for operation in the city traffic; all this in addition to the added advantage of attracting attention at the traffic lights.
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2. Royal Enfield Classic 350: The Twist of Time
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Royal Enfield Classic 350 is an impeccable example of a motorcycle that is as stylish in the design as it is pioneering in the way it is constructed is this model that embodies the past while being very much of the present.
Key Features:
– Engine: 349. 34cc air-cooled
– Power: 20. 21 PS @ 6100 rpm
– Torque: 27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
– Weight: 195 kg
– Price Range: ₹1. 93 lakhs – ₹2. 25 lakhs
Yes, Indian has ensured that the bike is fully customizable as it comes in four distinct series: signals, halcyon, dark stealth, and redditch and comes in fifteen colour variations. Powered by the regular J’ platform engine all its models are very dependable with power and with fuel consumption, making it a perfect candidate for strolling through the city and for touring.
3. TVS Raider: The Stylish Commuter
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This year, TVS has taken a direct hit with the Raider, a practical bike with all the above attitude. This is our 125cc offering for the man who simply will not do his daily commuting with anything but the sleekest, coolest bike.
Key Features:
– Engine: 124. 8cc air-cooled
– Power: 11. 38 PS @ 7000-7500 rpm
– Torque: 11. 25. 4 mkgm @ 6000 rpm
– Weight: 123 kg
– Price Range: ₹95,219- ₹ 1, 01,570
The exclusivity of the design, the existence of 3 riding modes and the high fuel economy which is 67 km/l make Raider exceptional. Offered in 4 versions and 5 colours it is a great model which will suit every man’s and woman’s pocket and will allow it to be unique on the road.
4. Bajaj Pulsar 200 NS
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The Bajaj Pulsar series has been a popular motorcycle for Indian riders it seems; the 200 NS also boasts rather eye-catching design and performance to boot.
Key Features:
– Engine: 199cc liquid-cooled
– Power: 24. 5 PS @ 9750 rpm
– Torque: 18. 74 Nm at 8000 rpm
– Weight: 158 kg
– Price: ₹1. 49 lakhs
As for the features, one can talk about the streetfighter design, inverted forks, nitrox mono-shock and many others that do not make the Pulsar 200 NS which is rather inexpensive. Economy wise, it is powered by a 6-Speed Getrag gearbox and has an efficient engine for a 37 km/l mileage that makes the child Civic a wed-fit for the enthusiast.
5. Yamaha R15 V4: The Track Focused Stunner
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To those desiring a super sport styled bike, the Yamaha R15 V4 does not disappoint. With its aggressive street stylings, this fully-faired stunner takes the racetrack to the road.
Key Features:
– Engine: 155cc liquid-cooled
– Power: 18. 4 PS @ 10000 rpm
– Torque: 14. 2 Nm @ 7500 rpm
– Weight: 142 kg
– Price Range: The salary range is between Rs. 1,81,700/- and Rs. 1,97,200/-.
Some of them include a lap timer, mobile battery status indicator, and the last parked location indication. Gaining six colour options and an attractive look besides this, it becomes one of those bicycles that attract people’s attention wherever it is taken.
6. Royal Enfield Hunter 350: The Modern Classic
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Royal Enfield has done it again by coming up with the Hunter 350, a bike that has the old school feel, accorded to any Royal Enfield product, but has modern features. This is a perfect car for those who like tradition but are eager to get modern options.
Key Features:
– Engine: 349. 34cc air-cooled
– Power: 20. And you’ll get 4 PS @ 6,100 rpm.
– Torque: 27 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
– Weight: 181 kg
– Price Range: ₹ 1,49,900 to ₹ 1,74, 655
Hunter 350 comes in three series including the Retro, Metro, and Rebel Metro besides the attractive eight colour choices. The tripper pod and turn-by-turn assistance feature make it a useful partner whether you are zipping around town or heading out of town on the weekend.
7. Honda SP 125
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The Honda SP 125 shows that people who want a commuter bike do not necessarily have to set themselves a lifetime sentence behind the dull and the dreary. This is a stylish and functional motorcycle that will easily fit into any rider’s collection, especially for people who value the performance of their motorcycle without unnecessary allure.
Key Features:
– Engine: 123. 94cc air-cooled
– Power: 10. 87 PS at 7. 500 rpm
– Torque: 10. 9 Nm at 6000 rpm
– Weight: 116 kg
– Price Range: ₹ 86,017 – ₹90,567
Two possibilities exclusive to the SP 125 are – Gear Position Indicator and Real Time Mileage Display; and the Engine Kill Switch. A robust 50 km/l accomplisher makes it perfect for day to day or routine • Sound Mechanical Feel & Look.
8. TVS Apache RTR 160: Hop on to the tech race
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In essence, TVS has injected a lot of technology and performance into the Apache RTR 160 and stands out from the rest of the 160cc bikes. Its violent design and great functions are appreciated by the one who is a technophile.
Key Features:
– Engine: 159. 7cc air-cooled
– Power: 16. 04 PS @ 8750 rpm
– Torque: 13. 85 Nm at 7000 rpm
– Weight: 138 kg
– Price Range: 12000 to 13000 Cummings: ₹13,820 ₹1,19,420 – ₹1,26,220
Apache RTR 160 is equipped with features such as Glide Through Traffic, Navigation system and SmartXonnect. Specifically, it has a sporty design and its fuel economy is quite high – it delivers 47 km per litre, thus, it will suit the enthusiasts.
9. Suzuki Gixxer 150: The Reliable Sportster
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The targeted age is young people because Suzuki Gixxer 150 has a sporty look and provides relatively good performance. Husky with a pinch of sleepiness, it is designed to afford one comfort as well as excitement.
Key Features:
– Engine: 155cc air-cooled
– Power: 13. 6 PS Volkswagen Polo @ 8000 rpm
– Torque: 13. The available torque is 8 Nm @ 6000 rpm
– Weight: 141 kg
– Price Range: Rupees one lakh thirty-four thousand eight hundred to rupees one lakh forty thousand nine hundred ninety.
It ‘s featured by the beefy fuel tank, dual-tone seat, raised grab rail, and LED lamp for the rear combination cluster. It is no less a tourer either, thanks to 12-litre fuel tanks and a great economy that is 45 km/l.
10. Honda Shine
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Honda Shine was launched in the year 2006 in the Indian market and with every passing year it is going through some changes. The body is unique and the reliability makes it to be used thoroughly by the commuters.
Key Features:
– Engine: 123. 94cc air-cooled
– Power: 10. 74 PS at 7500 rpm
– Torque: 6000 rpm – 11 Nm
– Weight: 114 kg
– Price Range: ₹79,800 :- ₹83, 914
Amidst the appealing features of the Shine, one can avail a twin pod cluster, fuel indicator, and an engine kill switch. The bike possesses an awesome 55 km/l mileage and the eight graphic colours make budget-conscious riders go for the bike.
11. KTM 250 Duke
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If what riders wanted is something that packs more punch and comes with a premium feel, the KTM 250 Duke is one great option. It is another luxurious car developed on the principles of Austrian engineering and now performing on the Indian roads.
Key Features:
– Engine: 249cc liquid-cooled
– Power: 31 PS (SAE) at 9250 tours/min
– Torque: 25 Nm @7250 rpm
– Weight: 163 kg
– Price: ₹2. 39 lakhs
The 250 Duke however brings some modern enhancements such as ride by wire throttle, slipper clutch and a bluetooth enabled LCD with inset turn by turn navigation. This full-faired bike may look rather aggressive and has a rather potent engine that attracts a lot of people.
12. Yamaha Xabre: The Upcoming Sensation
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Currently, Yamaha has not launched Xabre in India; however, the motorcycle enjoys huge popularity among people interested in motorcycles. This street-fighter is expected to blend style and performance for the Indian market when debuted.
Key Features:
– Engine: 150cc liquid-cooled
– Power: 16. 09 Bhp @ 8500 rpm
– Torque: 14. 3 NM at 7,500 rpm
– Weight: 135 kg
– Expected Price: ₹1,10,000
Some innovations make one believe the Xabre will have great handling and stability; upside-down forks and an aluminium swingarm. Many riders are waiting for it to come to India and then they can ride this stylish machine.
13. BMW G 310 R
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Here comes the G 310 R, the naked roadster from BMW, which uses the company’s famed engineering to pave the Indian asphalt.
Key Features:
– Engine: 313cc liquid-cooled
– Power: 34 PS at 9,500 r. p. m.
– Torque: 28 N·m @ 7500 rpm
– Weight: 158. 5 kg
– Price: ₹2. 90 lakhs
This new G 310 R has digital full LED light, a digital instrument cluster, and adjustable levers. It has four elegant colour tones and it is possible to incorporate different BMW Motorrad accessories; thus, a bike that reflects the personality of the rider.
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14. Kawasaki Z650
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For those who want more power and need to dominate the roads, the Kawasaki Z650 just gives an exciting ride feel with a nice touch of design.
Key Features:
– Engine: 649cc liquid-cooled
– Power: 68 PS at 8000 r. p. m.
– Torque: 64 Nm@ 6700 rpm
– Weight: 191 kg
– Price: ₹6.59 lakhs
15. Yezdi Roadster: The Reborn Legend
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The Yezdi brand is back with this Roadster, a bike that dresses up like a classic but underneath its sheen is state of the art engineering. It is particularly suitable for those who love classic looks but with modern handling characteristics.
Key Features:
– Engine: 334 cc liquid-cooled
– Power: 29. 7 PS @ 7300 rpm
– Torque: 29 Nm at 6500 r/min
– Weight: 184 kg
– Price Range: ₹2. 06 lakhs – ₹2. 13 lakhs
It has modern facilities such as a light emitting diode, a digital cluster screen, and dual channel Anti-lock Braking System. The bike has classic cruiser design along with a macho engine power, which makes it desirable for every rider, who looks for something different in a bike.
Conclusion
The Indian motorcycle market has been as buoyant as ever, especially with several new fashionable bikes to meet every individual need as well as pocket. Ranging from commuter bikes to street fighters bikes, there is a perfect two-wheeler motorcycle brand for every enthusiast.
When selecting your perfect bicycle, other things to put into consideration include; your personality, your purse, and purpose. Whether a consumer’s main concern is to save on fuel for the daily drive, or if they desire the thrill of a car with raw power, there is a stylish car for everyone.
