The history of the
motorcycles in India dates back to the year 1955, when the Government of India required strong, rough, and tough motorcycles for the Indian Army and the police force in the western part of the country which had a rough and craggy terrain.
The 350 cc 'Bullet' manufactured by the Royal Enfield Company of United Kingdom was the first batch of
motorcycles in India. These motorcycles were put together in Chennai. This was the beginning for the Indian two-wheelers industry. The
motorcycles in India cater to a variety of needs of the consumers. The motorcycle has become one most popular modes of transportation, and is preferred by the daily commuters. The segment of
motorcycles in India went through a tremendous change in the 90s and the two wheeler market, especially the motorcycle market was filled with options.
The main cause of the growth in the
motorcycles in India segment is the fuel efficient 4 stroke engine. In the present scenario, the
motorcycles in India constitute for 81.5% of the total Indian two-wheeler market. The companies manufacturing
motorcycles in India are making necessary innovations to make the motorcycles safer, more comfortable, user-friendly, and ergonomic.
The factors for the growth of
motorcycles in India:
- The Gross Domestic Product has grown to 8%
- The average family income has increased
- The finance have become easier to access
- The reduction in taxes and duties
- Introduction of international standards in India
- The economic and fuel-efficient engines
- The teenager and the youth using more and more motorcycles
Some of the major manufacturers of
Motorcycles in India and their product lines:
- Hero Honda
Hero Honda Achiever
Hero Honda CD Dawn
Hero Honda CD Deluxe
Hero Honda Glamour
Hero Honda Karizma
Hero Honda Passion Plus
Hero Honda Splendor
Hero Honda Splendor NXG
Hero Honda CBZ X-Treme
- Bajaj Auto
Bajaj Avenger
Bajaj CT 100
Bajaj Discover
Bajaj Platina
Bajaj Pulsar DTSi
Bajaj Pulsar 200CC
Bajaj Wind 125
Sonic DTSi
- TVS
TVS Apache
TVS Centra
TVS Fiero
TVS Star City
TVS Victor
- Royal Enfield
Bullet 350
Bullet 500
Bullet Electra
Bullet Machismo
Thunderbird
- Yamaha
Yamaha Crux
Yamaha Enticer
Yamaha Gladiator
Yamaha Libero G5
Yamaha Gladiator
Yamaha Alba 106
