Best bikes under 1 lakh in India: Hero Xtreme 125R, Bajaj Pulsar 125 and more

Two-wheelers are an extremely popular means of transport in India, thus making the country the biggest two-wheeler market in the world. While there’s a plethora of options available ranging across capacities and categories, a large chunk of Indian buyers look for entry-segment motorcycles as an affordable means of daily commuting. Here, let’s quickly take a look at some of the best motorcycles available in India under the sub-1 lakh budget cap.

Best bikes under 1 lakh in India

Hero Super Splendor

The Hero Super Splendor is offered in two variants: drum brake and disc brakes with prices starting at Rs 80,248 and Rs 84,198, respectively. Both prices are ex-showroom. This model is powered by a air-cooled 124.7 cc, single-cylinder engine that makes 10.7 bhp and 10.6 Nm of peak torque and is mated to a five-speed gearbox. This motorcycle also gets a fully-digital instrument console with features like USB charging.


Honda SP 125

Another affordable yet capable option available in the sub 1 lakh-budget is Honda’s SP 125. This motorcycle houses a 123.94cc, single cylinder engine that makes 8 hp and 10.9 Nm of peak torque. This motor comes mated to a five-speed gearbox. It also gets a fully-digital cluster along with other features such as side stand engine cut-off and more. The SP 125 is priced from Rs 86,000, ex-showroom, for the drum brake variant and Rs 90,000 for the disc brake one.



TVS Sport

If fuel efficiency is your priority, then the TVS Sport comes with a 109.7cc single-cylinder engine, providing an ARAI-claimed mileage of 70 kmph. Priced at Rs 60,306, ex-showroom, it is one of the most affordable motorcycles in India currently and returns an exceptional mileage - best suited for daily commutes within the city.


Bajaj Pulsar 125

In the Indian market, the Pulsar brand has been very popular since its inception. The Pulsar is now offered in several engine capacities with the manufacturer now gearing up to launch the biggest 400-cc Pulsar later this week. However, coming back to the topic, the Pulsar 125 is one of the most affordable, performance-packed motorcycles in its segment featuring a 124.4 cc, single cylinder motor that makes 11.8 hp and 10.8 Nm. It is available in single seat and split seat configurations with prices starting from Rs 90,771, ex-showroom.


Hero Xtreme 125R

The Hero Xtreme 125R is one of the latest entrants in the market. This motorcycle is powered by a newly introduced air-cooled, 125cc, single-cylinder engine, delivering 11.5 hp. As per the company’s claims, the Xtreme 125R returns a mileage of 66 kmpl. The Xtreme 125R comes in two variants: IBS-equipped priced at Rs 95,000 and the one with ABS priced at Rs 99,500.