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Top 5 Best-Selling Bikes in India in 2026

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India’s two-wheeler market crossed 2 crore units in 2025, growing approximately 7 percent year-on-year. These five motorcycles dominated every monthly sales chart according to SIAM data. Whether you are buying your first bike or upgrading, here is what India chose.

01.  Hero Splendor Plus

India’s all-time best-selling motorcycle

The Hero Splendor Plus has topped India’s sales charts for more than two decades. Hero sold over 30.75 lakh Splendor units between January and November 2025 based on SIAM data – a volume no other motorcycle in the country comes close to matching.

Its proven 97.2cc engine delivers real-world mileage exceeding 60 kmpl. A nationwide service network, multiple variants across price points, and bulletproof reliability make it the default choice for millions of daily commuters across India.

Engine 97.2ccEst. Mileage 60+ kmplSegment Commuter

02.  Honda Shine 125

The benchmark 125cc commuter

Honda sold over 1.48 lakh units of the Shine 125 in May 2025 alone, with year-on-year growth of nearly 17 percent. Its fuel-injected 124.7cc engine offers a smooth, refined ride suited to both city traffic and occasional highway use.

The Honda brand’s reputation for long-term reliability is a key purchase driver – particularly for first-time buyers who prioritise low maintenance costs. The Shine 125 has held second position in national monthly motorcycle sales data consistently through 2025.

Engine 124.7ccEst. Mileage 55+ kmplSegment Commuter

03.  Bajaj Pulsar 125 Range

Sporty styling meets everyday practicality

The Bajaj Pulsar 125 range – the Pulsar 125, N125, and NS125 – brings the iconic Pulsar identity to its most accessible price point. In September 2025, the range recorded a 55.65 percent month-on-month sales jump, boosted partly by the revised GST structure that reduced the tax rate on sub-350cc motorcycles from 28 percent to 18 percent.

Three distinct variants allow Bajaj to serve buyers across the segment: the classic Pulsar 125 for brand loyalists, the NS125 for sharper sportier styling, and the N125 as a premium middle ground. Combined volumes consistently place this family in the national top three.

Engine 124.45ccEst. Mileage 50+ kmplSegment Sports Commuter

04.  TVS Apache RTR Series

Performance commuting at scale

The TVS Apache RTR series – spanning the RTR 160 2V, RTR 160 4V, RTR 180, and RTR 200 4V – sold 4,99,110 units between January and November 2025, recording a 22 percent year-on-year increase. That growth in a premium-commuter bracket signals Indian buyers are increasingly willing to pay for performance and features.

The RTR 160 4V leads volumes within the range, offering 17.55 bhp, front ABS, and a semi-digital console at a competitive price. Periodic anniversary-edition refreshes and updated colour schemes helped sustain strong buyer interest throughout the year.

Engine 159.7ccEst. Mileage 45+ kmplSegment Sports Commuter

05.  Royal Enfield Classic 350

India’s most aspirational mass-market motorcycle

Royal Enfield sold 34,958 units of the Classic 350 in December 2025, an 8.34 percent year-on-year increase – remarkable for a motorcycle priced upward of Rs. 1.93 lakh ex-showroom. The Classic 350 occupies a unique position: it is the entry point into premium motorcycle ownership for a large and growing segment of Indian riders.

Its 349cc single-cylinder engine, distinctive retro styling, and high resale value make it as much a lifestyle choice as a transport decision. Consistent monthly sales volumes across 2025 confirm that demand for the model is structural, not seasonal.

Engine 349ccEst. Mileage 36+ kmplSegment Premium Touring
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