Best Bikes in India 2021

With an estimated 40 million two-wheelers, India is home to the largest number of motorised two-wheelers in the world. Today, almost every international bike-making company sells its products in India. Over the years, we have seen bikes that set benchmarks in terms of performance and style. We have witnessed the popularisation of superbikes, adventure bikes, commuters, tiny scooters, and even some of the most high-tech electric two-wheelers.
While buying a new bike, your budget and the bike’s mileage are two primary criteria that you should consider. There are different kinds of bikes available in the market. However, considering the current environmental crisis, an electric vehicle can be a great option.

The process of choosing a bike may seem like a daunting task. To make things easier for you, we have listed the best bikes you can buy in India based on different criteria.

Best bikes under 2 lakh

Budget is one of the most crucial factors. You should always buy a two-wheeler that fits your budget. Most people in India have a budget of around Rs 2 lakh when it comes to buying two-wheelers. With so many bikes available for just Rs 2 lakh, you may find it a little difficult to choose one. Here is a list that can help you choose your bike:

Models	Price (in Rs)	Mileage	Features
1. KTM Duke 200	1.76 - 1.84 lakh	35 km/l	Maximum speed: 142 km/h 199.5 cc engine Power: 25.83 PS @ 10,000 rpm Front disc brake diameter: 300 mm Rear disc brake diameter: 230 mm
2. Jawa 42	1.68 - 1.83 lakhs	30-34 km/l	293 cc 4-stroke engine Maximum speed: 142kmph Single channel ABS
3. Royal Enfield Classic 350	1.52 - 2 lakhs	35-37 km/l	Maximum speed: 130 km/h Single/Dual channel ABS Fuel injection system Halogen headlamp Analogue console
4. Yamaha YZF R15 V3	1.41 - 1.58 lakhs	40 km/l	155 cc air-cooled engine Power: 18.6 bhp @ 10000 rpm Muscular tank 6-speed transmission
5. Royal Enfield Bullet 350	1.24 - 1.56 lakhs	35 km/l	Maximum speed: 110 km/h Fuel tank capacity: 13.5 L Engine: 346 cc single-cylinder Fuel injection system Single channel ABS Halogen headlamp Analogue console
6. Hero Xtreme 160R	1.07 - 1.12 lakhs	55.47 km/l	163 cc air-cooled engine Power: 15.22 bhp @ 8500 rpm Inverted LCD console Side-stand Engine cut-off system
7. KTM RC 125	1.59 - 1.65 lakhs	41.3 km/l	124.7 cc BS6 engine Power: 14.5 bhp @ 9250 rpm Liquid-cooling system Fuel-injection system
8. Honda Hornet 2.0	1.29 - 1.37 lakhs	45 km/l	Maximum speed: 130 km/h 184 cc BS6 engine Kerb weight: 142 kg
9. Bajaj Avenger Cruiser 220	1.17 - 1.32 lakhs	40 km/l	Kerb weight: 163 kg Maximum speed: 120 km/h 219.9 cc single-cylinder engine Power: 18.8 bhp
10. Bajaj Pulsar RS200	1.26 - 1.53 lakhs	35 km/l	199cc BS6 engine Power:24.5 bhp Torque: 18.7 Nm Maximum speed: 140.8 km/h Kerb weight: 164-166 kg

Top 10 electric bikes in India

Considering the current environmental crisis, many people are gradually shifting towards the usage of electric vehicles. Electric bikes are environment-friendly and help reduce pollution. Here is a list of the top 10 electric bikes you can buy in India:

Model	Price (in Rs)	Mileage	Features
1. Revolt RV400	1.03 to 1.18 Lakh	150 km/charge	Kerb weight: 108kg India's first AI-enabled electric motorcycle Lithium-ion battery Power: 3.24 kW Torque: 170 Nm Removable battery
2. Odysse Electric Evoqis	1.50 Lakh	140 km/charge	Maximum speed: 80 km/h 3000 W electric motor 4.32 kWh lithium-ion battery Tubeless tyres
3. Revolt RV300	1.02 lakhs	180 km/charge	1.5 kW electric motor Combined braking system Adjustable footpegs Mobile connectivity
4. Kabira Mobility KM 3000	1.26 lakh	120km/charge	Maximum speed: 100 km/h 6000 W BLDC motor Battery: 4.0 kWh Charging time: 2 hours 50 minutes
5. Joy E-Monster	99,000	75 km/charge	Maximum torque: 30 Nm Kerb weight: 75kg Tubeless tyres Alloy wheels
6. Ather 450X	1.41 - 1.60 lakh	85km/charge	Charging time: 5.45 hours Motor: 3300 watts Top speed: 80 km/h
7. Bajaj Chetak	1.37 -1.39 lakh	95 km/charge	Maximum speed: 70km/h Motor: 4080 W Battery capacity: 48V, 60.3Ah
8. TVS iQube Electric	1.02 - 1.14 lakh	75 km/charge	Maximum speed: 78 km/h Kerb weight: 118kg Battery: 52 V, 43.27 Ah Powered by a 4.4 kW electric hub motor Torque: 140 Nm
9. Hero Electric Flash	42,640 - 64,440	85 km/charge	Maximum speed: 42km/h Power: 250 W Kerb weight: 69kg
10. Okinawa iPraise	1.06 lakhs	160 km/charge	Maximum speed: 75 km/h Kerb weight: 111 kg Motor power: 1000W

Top 10 bikes based on mileage

The ever-rising fuel prices make mileage an important criterion. Bikes with good mileage are the most sought-after two-wheelers in the country. Here is the list of 10 bikes that give you the best mileage:

Model	Price (in Rs)	Mileage	Features
1. Bajaj Platina 110 ES	‎65,926	71.06 km/l	115.45 cc engine Torque: 9.81 Nm Power: 8.6 bhp Tubeless tyres
2. TVS Sport	35,990 - 63,980	75 km/l	109.7 cc BS6 engine 4-speed manual transmission Kerb weight: 110 kg Power: 8.18 bhp
3. Honda CD 110 Deluxe	65,044	64 km/l	109.51 cc engine 4-speed manual transmission Kerb weight: 112 kg Power: 8.67 bhp
4. Hero Passion Pro	53,425 - 73,650	60 km/l	Fuel tank capacity: 10 to 12.5 L Kerb weight: 107.1 to 118 kg 113 cc engine Power: 9.15 bhp
5. Bajaj CT 100	32,000 - 53,395	90 km/l	Fuel tank capacity: 10 L Kerb weight: 108 to 115 kg Maximum Power: 7.79 bhp @ 7,500 rpm
6. TVS Star City Plus	46,428 - 68,915	70 to 86 km/l	Fuel tank capacity: 10L Kerb weight: 116 kg 109cc BS6 engine
7. Bajaj CT 110	39,603 - 56,851	70 km/l	Maximum speed: 90 km/h Fuel tank capacity: 10.5 L 115 cc BS6 engine
8. TVS Radeon	59,092 - 70,323	69.3 km/l	Maximum speed: 95 km/h Fuel tank capacity: 10L Kerb weight: 116 to 118 kg
9. Hero HF Deluxe	38,900 - 63,175	65 to 70 km/l	Fuel tank capacity: 9.5 to 9.6 L Kerb weight: 109 to 112 kg 97 cc engine
10. Hero Splendor Plus	49,990 - 68,560	65 to 81 km/l	Fuel tank capacity: 9.6 to 11 L Kerb weight: 109 to 113 kg 97.2 cc engine

The top 10!

Here is the list of the top 10 bikes in India based on budget, mileage, and environment-friendliness:

Model	Price (in Rs)	Mileage	Features
1. KTM Duke 200	1.76 - 1.84 lakh	35 km/l	Maximum speed: 142 km/h 199.5 cc engine Power: 25.83 PS @ 10,000 rpm Front disc brake diameter: 300 mm Rear disc brake diameter: 230 mm
2. Jawa 42	1.68 - 1.83 lakh	30-34 km/l	293 cc 4-stroke engine Maximum speed: 142kmph Single channel ABS
3. Royal Enfield Classic 350	1.52 - 2 lakh	35-37 km/l	Maximum speed: 130 km/h Single/Dual channel ABS Fuel injection system Halogen headlamp Analogue console
4. Yamaha YZF R15 V3	1.41 - 1.58 lakhs	40 km/l	155 cc air-cooled engine Power: 18.6 bhp @ 10000 rpm Muscular tank 6-speed transmission
5. Bajaj Platina 110 ES	‎65,926	71.06 km/l	115.45 cc engine Torque: 9.81 Nm Power: 8.6 bhp Tubeless tyres
6. TVS Sport	35,990 - 63,980	75 km/l	109.7 cc BS6 engine 4-speed manual transmission Kerb weight: 110 kg Power: 8.18 bhp
7. Honda CD 110 Deluxe	1.29 - 1.37 lakh	45 km/l	109.51 cc engine 4-speed manual transmission Kerb weight: 112 kg Power: 8.67 bhp
8. Revolt RV400	1.03 to 1.18 lakh	150 km/charge	Kerb weight: 108kg India's first AI-enabled electric motorcycle Lithium-ion battery Power: 3.24 kW Torque 170 Nm Removable battery
9. Revolt RV300	1.02 lakh	180 km/charge	1.5 kW electric motor Combined braking system Adjustable footpegs Mobile connectivity
10. Kabira Mobility KM 3000	1.26 lakh	120km/charge	Maximum speed: 100 km/h 6000 W BLDC motor Battery: 4.0 kWh Charging time: 2 hours 50 minutes