Best Bikes For Indian Roads

The Hero Splendor Plus is one of the best-selling commuter bikes in the Indian market. The Splendor Plus is an ideal bike for a family as it can handle daily commute with utmost ease. The low maintenance and superior mileage of the bike is an added advantage. Powering the Hero Splendor Plus is a 97.2cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine that produces 8.24bhp and 8.05Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a 4-speed gearbox. The bike returns an impressive claimed mileage of 81km/l.

The Bajaj Platina was first launched in 2006, and the bike has been receiving regular updates since. The Platina is placed above the CT 100 in the company’s commuter lineup in India. The Bajaj Platina is powered by an air-cooled, 102cc, single-cylinder engine with an output of 8bhp and 8.6Nm and comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. The motorcycle features company’s ‘SNS suspension’ for a comfortable commute as well.

Royal Enfield offers a dual sport model in India as well in the form of the Himalayan. The Royal Enfield Himalayan, although has decent off-road capabilities, is not a full fledged enduro motorcycle, but does manage to tackle difficult terrain. The Royal Enfield Himalayan is powered by a new 411cc, single-cylinder oil and air-cooled engine that makes 24.5bhp and 32Nm of torque, mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The Himalayan also features disc brakes at both ends, along with a 21-inch front wheel, and a 17-inch rear tyre. The long travel suspension on the motorcycle helps tackling potholes and speed breakers with ease.

The Royal Enfield Bullet 350 is an iconic motorcycle in the Royal Enfield’s lineup and is very popular among bike among male individuals. With its minimalistic design and modern features, the Bullet 350 is one of the best cruisers in India. The long wheelbase and bigger tyres offers enhanced stability during long rides. The Royal Enfield Bullet 350 draws power from a 346cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine producing 19.8bhp and 28Nm of torque. The motorcycle comes equipped with a single-channel ABS for added safety.