Top 15 Popular Bikes in India Pacing with the World Cup

The long list of features that the Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220 provides at a starting on-road price of ₹ 1.49 lakh, the bike is a good value. It is surely an undisputed champion among this segment in the Indian market. It is great for off-road trips as well, as it provides functionality and comfort for the riders. The Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220 is comfortable and functional for a long ride and ensures and the safety of the passenger. Overall, the Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220 is a good bike.

The TVS NTorq 125 looks great, has superb dynamics, and comes loaded to the brim with features and technology no other petrol-powered scooter even comes close to. Most of all, NTorq still retains its fun-to-ride character, and that alone more than makes up for recommending it as a performance-oriented scooter that scores right up there with the best available on sale right now. The extra features, riding modes, et al, just make it that much more appealing to the new-generation scooter buyer.

If you take into account the capable engine, good safety features, stylish appearance and look, comfortable riding experience and overall brand value, this bike does prove to be a value proposition. It is one of the best options for buyers in this segment. The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 is a good bike to own, particularly for those seeking the sporty feeling of a roadster and a compelling exhaust and engine note without burning a hole in their pockets. Stiff ride

The Honda CB350RS offers quite a likeable modern classic, entry-level roadster in its segment. It does skip a few features from the Honda H'Ness CB 350 it's based on, and the price difference may not really make sense, but it is a likeable motorcycle and is worth considering for anyone looking for a 'thumping' motorcycle that's not Royal Enfield but is in the same price and performance bracket. The CB350RS competes with the Jawa 42 as well.

In the end, what the Bajaj Dominar 250 offers is a versatile machine, which can effortlessly do the daily commute, and be equally at home handling the occasional highway run; all great qualities that make it a calm and composed 250 cc motorcycle. Although, with its 180 kg kerb weight, the Dominar 250 makes its mass felt, especially if you go seeking some thrills. It may be the near-perfect, do-it-all motorcycle, as long as you're ready to accept what it's not, and appreciate it for what it is.Brakes lack bite

Possibly the best looking motorcycle in the segment, the Yamaha R15's sharp lines and sporty styling has won over many hearts since its launch. The 155 cc engine is best in the segment thanks to the high refinement levels and the wide spread of power and torque available on tap. Yamaha has also made sure that the motorcycle is loaded with safety features that make it a good bet for young or even experienced riders.

Royal Enfield certainly has made all-round improvements to the new Classic 350. It's better in every aspect, with more refined performance, better dynamics, more colour options, and feels better built as well. Like the Meteor 350, the new Classic 350 will spearhead the appeal of the modern classic, single-cylinder Royal Enfield, not just in India, but around the world. The new Royal Enfield Classic 350 almost nails it, to become a much-improved, much-better, and more refined motorcycle.

The 2022 Triumph Tiger 1200 has a lot of positives which makes it difficult to ignore. The pricing makes it even more appealing and at the very least it definitely deserves a test ride for anyone in the market for a full-size adventure bike. The new Tiger 1200 has arrived after a weight-loss programme making it leaner and meaner. It is a hugely improved adventure bike, which has a lot of capability and versatility to make for a compelling choice in the segment.

The KTM 250 Duke gets design inspired by the KTM 1290 Super Duke. The motorcycle also gets a dual-channel supermoto ABS mode. The 250 Duke continues to be powered by a BS6 compliant 248.8 cc single-cylinder engine which makes 30.50 bhp of power at 9250 rpm and 25 Nm of peak torque at 7250 rpm. In terms of rivals, it goes up against the Suzuki Gixxer 250 and its sibling, the Husqvarna 250 Twins. It is one of best options in the 250 cc naked sport motorcycles.

The Suzuki Gixxer may be a bit long in the tooth, having been around for close to a decade. When it was launched it immediately set new benchmarks for the segment, and even today, offers a very well-rounded package. The Gixxer is the near-perfect beginner motorcycle, which has decent power and performance from its 155 cc engine, impressive refinement and good ride and handling.

The Royal Enfield Himalayan definitely is a good bike, and the more time you spend time with it, the more you begin appreciating it. Sure, it has its weaknesses, and more power, less weight, better brakes et al, would have worked wonders to make it even better. But eventually, what matters is that it's a simple motorcycle that will charm you with its simplicity, whether you're the city commuter, relaxed highway cruiser, or trudging along broken trails.

The performance, while not exhilarating, is very good and there is no doubting the touring ability of these motorcycles. Also, there is decent amount of kit and switchable ABS on offer as well. More than anything else, it is the road presence which will catch the eye of a potential buyer. Yes, it has its share of flaws (we would have liked more power OR less weight) but pricing is sweet and it has the potential to do well for Benelli in India.

The Indian Scout Bobber is a very, very good-looking motorcycle - period! It's a head turner for sure and has enough performance to make your weekend rides very enjoyable indeed. It's more of an "around town" bike, and perfect for the Sunday morning breakfast ride, or the occasional coffee run to meet up with your biker buddies. You could do the occasional long weekend, but the aggressive riding position and the stiff suspension may tire you out over a full day of riding.