Top 5 Most Affordable 1000 cc Motorcycles In India

Owning a litre-class motorcycle has been a dream for many motorcycle fanatics. These high-performance machines offer adrenaline-pumping performance but also demand significant skills and require shelling out more than one could expect. However, with a growing number of more affordable options available in the Indian market, the dream of owning a litre-class bike is becoming increasingly accessible. Here is a look at five of the most affordable 1000 cc motorcycles currently available in India. 

5. Suzuki Katana - Rs 13.61 lakh 

The Suzuki Katana – launched in India in July 2022 – is a modern naked sportbike with retro-inspired styling. It is powered by a 999 cc inline-four engine derived from the GSX-S1000, punching out 150 bhp at 11,000 rpm and 106 Nm at 9,250 rpm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox. Its feature set includes ride-by-wire throttle, three riding modes, dual-channel ABS, and traction control. The Katana is priced at Rs 13.61 lakh (ex-showroom), making it the most expensive option on this list.

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4. Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX - Rs 13.49 lakh 

Launched in December 2024, the Ninja 1100SX is a sport-touring motorcycle equipped with a 1,099 cc liquid-cooled inline-four engine. It produces 135 bhp at 9,000 rpm and 113 Nm of torque at 7,600 rpm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox and a bi-directional quick-shifter. Additional features include a full-colour TFT display with Bluetooth, cruise control, multiple power modes, traction control, ABS, and a USB-C charging port. It is priced at Rs 13.49 lakh (ex-showroom). 

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3. Kawasaki Versys 1100 - Rs 12.90 lakh 

Kawasaki launched the updated Versys 1100 in India in February this year at an ex-showroom price of Rs 12.90 lakh. The Versys 1100 is designed for sport-touring and adventure touring. It features a 1,099 cc (up from erstwhile 1043 cc) inline-four engine that puts out 133 bhp at 9000 rpm and 112 Nm at 7600 rpm. It gets a 6-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch. Other features of interest include LED lighting, an adjustable windscreen, cruise control, traction control, cornering ABS, and a USB-C port.  

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2. Honda CB1000 Hornet SP - Rs 12.36 lakh

The Honda CB1000 Hornet SP is a streetfighter and was launched in India in May 2025. It is equipped with a 999 cc inline-four engine that produces 155 bhp at 11,000 rpm and 107 Nm at 9,000 rpm, coupled with a 6-speed gearbox and bi-directional quick-shifter. The bike offers five riding modes – Sport, Standard, Rain, and two customisable settings – along with Honda Selectable Torque Control, dual-channel ABS, and a 5-inch TFT display with Bluetooth. The CB1000 Hornet SP is priced at Rs 12.36 lakh (ex-showroom). 

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1. Brixton Cromwell 1200 - Rs 7.84 lakh

The most affordable of the lot gets an additional 222cc. The Brixton Cromwell 1200 series is powered by a 1,222 cc parallel-twin engine that produces 82 bhp at 6,550 rpm and 108 Nm at 3,100 rpm. It features a 6-speed gearbox and comes with traction control, cruise control, ride-by-wire, and two riding modes: Eco and Sport. The standard Cromwell 1200 is priced at Rs 7.84 lakh, while the more off-road-capable 1200X version costs Rs 9.11 lakh (ex-showroom).