Motorcycles and scooters are among the most popular modes of transportation in India as they are convenient to navigate through chaotic city traffic. Two-wheeler manufacturers in the country offer a wide range of ICE vehicles. Moreover, the introduction of electric vehicles during the last few years has increased the list of options for Indian buyers. While the demand for electric two-wheelers has witnessed a steep rise, the craze for ICE-powered bikes continues.
Many people prioritise affordability when it comes to buying a motorcycle. Therefore, to cater to this category, manufacturers keep rolling out affordable models with prices starting as low as Rs 50,000. We have compiled a list of 10 best bikes under Rs 1 lakh in India.
1. Hero Xtreme 125R | Rs 95,000 to Rs 99,500
The Hero Xtreme 125R gets all its power from a 125cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine, which produces 11.5 bhp of max power and 10.5 Nm of peak torque. It comes with a price tag of Rs 95,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
2. Hero Super Splendor Xtec | Rs 85,161 to Rs 89,235
Hero Super Splendor Xtec is equipped with a 124.7cc BS6 engine generating a power output of 10.72bhp and 10.6Nm of torque. As for price, you can buy it for Rs 85,154 (ex-showroom, Delhi)
3. Bajaj Pulsar 125 | Rs 80,416 to Rs 94,138
Priced at Rs 82,712 (ex-showroom, Delhi), the Bajaj Pulsar 125 gets a 124.4cc, single-cylinder engine, capable of delivering 11.64bhp of maximum power and 10.80Nm of torque.
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4. TVS Raider 125 | Rs 97,054 – Rs 1,06,573
TVS Raider 125 gets its power from a 125 cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, three-valve engine that churns out 11.2 bhp and 11.2 Nm. The Raider 125 retails at Rs 97,054 (ex-showroom, Delhi)
5. Honda SP 125 | Rs 86,017 to Rs 90,567
Costing Rs Rs 86,747 (ex-showroom Delhi), the Honda SP 125 packs a 124cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine belting out a maximum power of 10.7bhp and a peak torque of 10.9 Nm.
6. Hero HF 100 | Rs 59,018
The Hero HF 100 shares its 97cc engine with its sibling, the HF Deluxe, belting out the same amount of maximum power at 8bhp and a peak torque of 8.05Nm. However, it excludes the i3S stop-start technology. It is offered in a single variant with a kick-starter option. The bike carries a price tag of Rs Rs 59,018 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
7. Hero HF Deluxe | Rs 59,998 to Rs 68,768
The iconic 97cc ‘Sloper’ engine on the HF Deluxe is a living legend and now comes equipped with the company’s i3S stop-start technology. This engine generates 7.91bhp and 8.05Nm. The price of Hero HF Deluxe ranges between Rs 59,998 to Rs 68,768 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
8. TVS Sport | Rs 61,500 to Rs 69,873
The TVS Sport gets a 109.7cc engine resulting in 8.3bhp and 8.7Nm. TVS Sport’s base model is priced at Rs 61,500, which goes up to Rs 69,873 for the top-end variant (both prices are ex-showroom, Delhi).
9. Honda Shine 100 | Rs 64,900
Thumping underneath the chest of the Honda Shine 100 is a 99.7cc engine, capable of churning out a maximum power of 7.28bhp and a peak torque of 8.05Nm. The Shine comes with an electric starter, which makes it the most affordable self-start bike in India. As for price, the motorcycle costs Rs 64,900 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
10. Bajaj Platina 100 | Rs 67,808
The Bajaj Platina 100 is equipped with a 102cc engine with the company’s signature DTS-i technology. The powerplant delivers 7.9bhp of max power and 8.3Nm of peak torque. The Platina 100 comes with a price tag of Rs 67,808 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
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