Last year showed us how important it is to have our own mode of conveyance, but the results were quite baffling as only the four-wheeler segment emerged well.
Bikes are quite fun to drive. Sitting straight forward, holding the handlebar, wind gushing through your hair, clear exhaust note reaching your ears like a melody and fresh air all around sounds like meditation itself. Today we have covered very practical bikes that are decently priced and is everything you will ever need.
Planning to upgrade to a premium motorcycle? These are the top five picks you should definitely consider.
Honda H’Ness CB350
Motorcycle market was not up to the mark for the Japanese brand since a really long time. The introduction of the Honda H’Ness CB350 was another ray of hope and till now this retro neo-retro motorcycle has done its part well.
At the heart, it uses a BS6 compliant 348.36cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine. The power output from this motor stands at 20.5BHP @ 5,500 RPM and 30Nm of peak torque @ 3,000 RPM while being mated to a 5-speed gearbox.
Feature-wise, the all-new H’Ness CB350 comes with an all-LED lighting setup, semi-digital instrument cluster, hazard lamp switch, dual-channel ABS and smartphone connectivity with a USB port (available on DLX Pro). Other than this, the instrument cluster is there with multiple information to show including distance to empty, gear position indicator, mileage, etc among others.
Key Specs
- Engine – 348.36cc single-cylinder, air-cooled
- Mileage – 35kmpl
- Power – 20.5BHP
- Torque – 30Nm
- Colour Shades – Precious Red Metallic, Matte Marshal Green Metallic, Pearl Night Star Black, Matte Steel Black Metallic with Matte Grey Metallic (Dual Tone) and Athletic Blue Metallic with Virtuous White (Dual Tone)
Ex-Showroom Price, New Delhi: Rs.1.88 Lakhs to Rs.1.94 Lakhs
Royal Enfield Classic 350
It is the undisputed best selling motorcycle in India. But since the latest emission norms have come into effect, the power figures of the updated Classic 350 have slightly changed from 20BHP to 19.35BHP. Well, of course, it is negligible.
The thump from the bike remains similar to the older one however, the refinement level now stands at some other level.
For now, Royal Enfield Classic 350 features a 346cc single-cylinder, air-cooled motor that churns out a decent 19.3BHP @ 5,250 RPM and 28Nm of torque @ 4,000 RPM. The current-gen motorcycle gets a 5-speed gearbox as standard.
In terms of features, it comes with a halogen headlamp, analogue instrument cluster, low fuel indicator and alloy wheels among others. Apart from all this, the new Classic 350 is available with a single as well as dual-channel ABS as different variants.
Key Specs
- Engine – 346cc single-cylinder, air-cooled
- Mileage – 35kmpl (Approx.)
- Power – 19.3BHP
- Torque – 28Nm
- Colour Shades – Redditch Red, Ash, Pure Black, Chestnut, Stealth Black, Metallo Silver, Stormrider Sand, Gunmetal Grey, Airborne Blue and Classic Black
Ex-Showroom Price, New Delhi: Rs.1.69 Lakhs to Rs.1.95 Lakhs
KTM Duke 200
With an impressive design language and agile motor, the new KTM Duke 200 will never fail to baffle you. Earlier, it was the entry-level KTM but with the introduction of the Duke 125, the Austrian brand has pitched it against some well-established premium bikes.
KTM Duke 200 gets a 199.5cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces 25BHP @ 10,000 RPM alongside a peak torque of 19.5Nm @ 8,000 RPM. Currently, this engine is available with a 6-speed gearbox onboard.
Being a modern naked motorcycle it packs several features. The list begins with LED DRLs, fully digital instrument cluster, dual-channel ABS and LED taillamps.
Key Specs
- Engine – 199.5cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
- Mileage – 33kmpl (Approx.)
- Power – 25BHP
- Torque – 19.5Nm
- Colour Shades – Electronic Orange & Ceramic White
Ex-Showroom Price, New Delhi: Rs.1.83 Lakhs
Husqvarna Svartpilen 250
India desperately needed an affordable neo-retro motorcycle and the all-new Svartpilen 250 is the answer to that. In collaboration with KTM and Bajaj Auto, the Swedish brand will continue its operations for the local market.
This powerful husky uses a 248.76cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled motor that results in the overall output of 30BHP @ 9,000 RPM and 24Nm of torque @ 7,500 RPM. For transmission duties, the company has used a 6-speed gearbox with slip and assist clutch as standard.
Unlike other bikes, the Svartpilen 250 comes with all-LED lighting, luggage rack, LCD instrument cluster, dual-channel ABS and raised handlebar. As an addition, the new scrambler bike features MRF RevZ D tyres for enhanced grip.
Key Specs
- Engine – 248.76cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
- Mileage – 30kmpl (Approx.)
- Power – 30BHP
- Torque – 24Nm
- Colour Shades – Grey
Ex-Showroom Price, New Delhi: Rs.1.98 Lakhs
Jawa Perak
Jawa re-entered India with a bang and to be precise, Perak was the third offering in the form of a bobber bike. As we know, the original one was first introduced at Paris Motor Show in 1946 with the new one finally entering production in 2019 for the Indian market.
The engine that powers it is a BS6 compliant 334cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled unit. As claimed by the brand, this motor propels 30BHP of power and a peak torque of 31Nm. Transmission duties for the same are handled by a 6-speed gearbox with twin exhausts on offer.
Not as rich as any other bikes in this list, but the all-new Jawa Perak is still available with some basic features such as LED taillight, rounded headlamp, low riding handlebar, disc brakes with dual-channel ABS and a single seat to name a few.
Key Specs
- Engine – 334cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
- Mileage – 30kmpl (Approx.)
- Power – 30BHP
- Torque – 31Nm
- Colour Shade – Black
Ex-Showroom Price, New Delhi: Rs.1.99 Lakhs
These are the top five picks under a budget of Rs.2 Lakhs. Still, confused? Comment down your questions down below and we will be figuring out the most appropriate bike just for you.
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