2025 Triumph Thruxton 400 Spied Triumph is getting ready to launch yet another motorcycle on their 400cc platform in the form of Thruxton 400 Triumph 400cc range currently includes Speed T4, Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X. Sales of these motorcycles have been in the range of 3k to 4k units per month. In 2025, Triumph […] More
Bajaj Pulsar 220In November 2024, the Indian two-wheeler market presented a mix of growth and challenges among its top 10 bestsellers – Splendor maintains lead
Hero Splendor led the market with an impressive 2,93,828 units sold, marking a robust 17.16% year-on-year growth. Honda Activa claimed the second spot with 2,06,844 units, achieving a steady 5.50% growth, thanks to its strong appeal among urban commuters. At number three, Honda Shine registered 1,25,011 units but experienced a slight decline of 3.07% compared to November 2023.
Top 10 Two Wheelers Nov 2024 – YoY Comparison
Bajaj Pulsar, a popular choice in the sporty commuter segment, secured the fourth position with sales of 1,14,467 units, though it saw a decline of 12.22%. TVS Jupiter emerged as a star performer, taking fifth place with 99,710 units sold and an impressive 36.85% growth, fueled by its updated features and increasing demand. In contrast, Hero HF Deluxe struggled in sixth place, witnessing a steep drop of 47.39%, with sales plunging to 61,245 units.
Top 10 Two Wheelers Nov 2024 – YoY Comparison
Suzuki Access, ranking seventh, continued its steady performance with 54,118 units sold, achieving a moderate 3.06% growth. TVS XL, a popular choice for rural and semi-urban markets, secured the eighth spot with 45,923 units, reflecting a 5.61% increase in sales. Bajaj Platina faced significant challenges, coming in ninth with 44,578 units, a sharp decline of 26.45%. Finally, TVS Apache, ranked tenth, sold 35,610 units but recorded a decline of 13.20%, indicating growing competition in the premium commuter segment.
Overall, the total sales of the top 10 two-wheelers stood at 10,81,334 units, reflecting a slight decline of 1.08% compared to November 2023. While models like Splendor, Activa, and Jupiter showed strong growth, others like HF Deluxe, Pulsar, and Platina faced notable setbacks, underlining the dynamic and competitive nature of the Indian two-wheeler market.
Top 10 Two Wheelers Nov 2024 – MoM Comparison
Top 10 Two Wheelers Nov 2024 – MoM Comparison
In a stark contrast, the month-on-month (MoM) performance from October 2024 to November 2024 revealed a steep decline in sales. Total sales for the top 10 two-wheelers dropped by 24.88%, with 3,58,230 fewer units sold compared to the festive peak of October. Hero Splendor, despite leading the charts, saw its sales dip by 24.97%, with 97,784 fewer units sold than in October. Honda Activa followed a similar trend, registering a 22.47% drop MoM with 59,962 fewer units sold. Honda Shine faced the steepest decline among the top three, with a 36.31% MoM drop.
Bajaj Pulsar stood out as the only model to record growth on a monthly basis, with a 2.35% rise in sales to 1,14,467 units. TVS Jupiter, despite its strong YoY growth, experienced a 9.11% decline MoM. Hero HF Deluxe saw the largest MoM drop, with a staggering 50.75% decline in sales, followed by Suzuki Access, which dropped 27.66%, and Bajaj Platina, which fell 27.74%. TVS XL and Apache also witnessed declines of 12.33% and 28.92% MoM, respectively.
The sharp MoM decline can be attributed to post-festive adjustments and seasonal market trends, with consumers having front-loaded their purchases during the festive season in October. While the YoY figures highlight long-term growth for models like Splendor, Activa, and Jupiter, the MoM performance reflects the cyclical nature of the two-wheeler market in India. More
Royal Enfield Classic 350With new motorcycles, Royal Enfield has successfully expanded its portfolio and the sales performance of those bikes will be seen soon
One of the world’s leading classic bike manufacturers, Royal Enfield, closed the sales account for the month of November 2024 with 72,236 units sold. Royal Enfield witnessed MoM decline in sales in November 2024. When compared to 1,01,886 units sold in October 2024, there was a 29.1% MoM decline. Thus losing 29,650 units in volume MoM.
Post the auspicious festival season, sales decline in MoM aspect is a common trend in India. However, the 72,236 units sold in November 2024, were not enough to outclass the 75,137 units sold last year in November 2023, resulting in a 3.86% YoY decline, losing 2,901 units in volume YoY.
Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Nov 2024
The company’s best-seller continued to be Classic 350 clocking 27,514 units last month. This number couldn’t outpace the 30,264 units sold last year and 38,297 units sold a month before. So, Classic 350 registered a 9.09% YoY decline and a 28.16% MoM decline. Classic 350 accounted for 38.09% of RE’s total sales.
With 16,193 units, Bullet 350 was RE’s 2nd best-selling product and accounted for 22.42% of company’s total sales. There was a 7.20% YoY decline as opposed to 17,450 units from last year and a 28% MoM decline when compared to 22,491 units sold a month before. Bullet 350 saw a volume loss of 1,257 units YoY and 6,298 units MoM.
Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Nov 2024 – YoY
Hunter 350 was company’s 3rd best-seller last month with 15,229 units. This was the first RE to register a YoY growth of 7.43% when compared to 14,176 units sold last year and accounted for 21.08% of company’s total sales. Where MoM progress is concerned, Hunter 350 saw a 28.67% decline, losing 6,121 units in volume.
The least-selling 350cc from RE was Meteor 350. With 7,181 units sold last month, there was a 10.81% YoY decline and a 35.52% MoM decline, the highest loss among 350s. In 5th place, we have the 650 Twins (interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650) with 2,974 units sold. Sales went up by 40.81% YoY and went down by 7.58% MoM.
The platform siblings, Himalayan 450 and Guerrilla 450, sold 1,534 and 797 units last month, respectively. While Himalayan saw 15.44% YoY and 30.24% MoM decline, Guerrilla 450 registered a hefty 49.68% MoM decline as sales almost halved. Himalayan and Guerrilla accounted for 2.12% and 1.10% of RE’s total sales respectively.
Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Nov 2024 – MoM
Super Meteor 650 Saw Highest MoM Decline
At 8th and 9th place, we have Super Meteor 650 and Shotgun 650. Both these motorcycles are based on the same platform and there is a stark difference in sales when compared to the 650 Twins. Super Meteor 650’s sales more than halved both YoY and MoM aspects at 53.94% and 55.34% decline respectively. Shotgun’s sales went down by 23.92% MoM. More
New Bajaj Chetak 35 Series LaunchBajaj Launches New Chetak Electric Scooter 35 Series: Bigger, Better, and Smarter
Bajaj Auto has launched the latest range of its popular Chetak electric scooter today, introducing the all-new Chetak 35 Series. Packed with significant upgrades, these scooters are designed to provide a more practical, convenient, and connected riding experience. Priced from Rs 1.2 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Chetak 3502 and Rs 1.27 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Chetak 3501, they offer enhanced range, performance, and features, making them the most advanced Chetak scooters yet.
New Platform with Enhanced Storage and Battery Placement
The Chetak 35 Series is based on an entirely new platform, which has enabled the integration of a larger 3.5 kWh underfloor battery pack. This placement not only improves weight distribution and handling but also frees up 35 liters of under-seat storage, offering ample space for helmets and other essentials. The charger cable now has its own compartment, further optimizing storage convenience.
New Bajaj Chetak 35 Series Launch
Improved Battery and Range
The new battery management system ensures better performance and efficiency. With a real-world range of 125 km and a claimed range of 153 km, riders can cover longer distances on a single charge. Charging is faster too, thanks to a 950-watt charger, enabling an 80% charge in just 3 hours and 25 minutes.
Comfort and Practicality
Bajaj has made the new Chetak even more rider-friendly with an increased seat length, enhancing comfort for both rider and pillion. The addition of reverse mode makes navigating tight parking spaces easier than ever.
New Bajaj Chetak 35 Series Launch
Smart Features for a Connected Ride
The Chetak 35 Series comes equipped with a color TFT display featuring turn-by-turn navigation, call controls, and music management, ensuring a seamless and connected riding experience. Riders can accept or reject calls with a simple tap, control music on the go, and receive real-time notifications directly on the display. These features make the scooter not just a means of transport but a smart mobility solution.
New Bajaj Chetak 35 Series Launch
Performance and Modes
The scooter boasts a top speed of 73 kmph and comes with Eco and Sports modes, catering to a variety of riding preferences. Whether prioritizing efficiency or performance, the Chetak adapts to the rider’s needs.
Old Chetak with battery under seat
New Chetak with battery under floor
Practical Design and Pricing
With its industry-leading 35L boot space, stylish design, and enhanced features, the new Chetak combines practicality with aesthetics. Available in two variants, the Chetak 3502 and Chetak 3501, the scooters offer great value with their starting prices of Rs 1.2 lakh and Rs 1.27 lakh, respectively.
Under seat space in new Chetak
A Step Forward for Bajaj’s Electric Portfolio
First launched in 2019, the Bajaj Chetak has consistently evolved to meet the needs of modern riders. With the introduction of the 35 Series, Bajaj has not only reinforced its commitment to electric mobility but also set a new standard for electric scooters in India. The new Chetak is poised to appeal to a wide range of customers, from daily commuters to tech-savvy riders looking for a smart, sustainable, and stylish solution.
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New Tata Harrier EV Spy Shots While Safari EV test mules have not made recent appearance, we hope Tata Motors launch it alongside Harrier EV sometime in 2025 Tata Motors is one of India’s leading car manufacturers and makers of India’s highest-selling SUVs. The company is gearing up to launch an electric version of their […] More
New TVS iQubeTVS and Bajaj edge closer to market leader Ola Electric in the 2W electric segment in Nov 2024 electric two wheeler sales
The updated Bajaj Chetak and the new TVS iQube have emerged as serious contenders in the Indian electric two-wheeler market, intensifying competition for Ola Electric. Once the undisputed market leader, Ola Electric is now facing growing challenges as Bajaj and TVS capitalize on their new, affordable offerings.
Electric 2W Sales Nov 2024
In November 2024, electric two-wheeler sales in India reached 1,19,047 units, marking a strong 29.24% year-on-year (YoY) growth compared to 92,116 units sold in November 2023. However, sales saw a 14.45% month-on-month (MoM) decline from 1,39,159 units in October 2024, indicating a slowdown despite the festive season push.
Electric 2W Sales Nov 2024 – YoY Comparison
Ola Electric maintained its lead in this segment with 29,204 units, though this related to a 29.88% decrease from 41,651 units sold in Oct 2024. It was also a 2.89% decline from 30.073 units sold in Nov 2023. The company has teased a new electric scooter with a removable battery, directed at last mile connectivity. However, this model is being introduced as a commercial e-scooter with a single scooter and increased payload capacity.
Close behind Ola Electric with sales just lower by 2,200 units was TVS Motor, from a previously very high margin. TVS iQube sales grew by 40.99% YoY to 27,007 units in Nov 2024. It was over 19,155 units sold in Nov 2023. MoM sales however, declined by 9.72% when compared to 29,915 units sold in Oct 2024.
Electric 2W Sales Nov 2024 – MoM Comparison
Bajaj Auto has seen triple digit YoY growth to 26,203 units in Nov 2024, a 121.25% improvement from 11,843 units sold in the same month last year. MoM sales however, fell by 7.19% when compared to 28,232 unit sales of Oct 2024. Bajaj now gears up to introduce the new Chetak on 20th Dec 2024. Spy shots have been seen and it promises to come in with a revised chassis and platform and slated to see an improvement in performance as compared to its current counterpart.
Ather sales also showed a marked YoY improvement to 12,760 units, up by 36.59% from 9,342 units sold in Nov 2023. MoM sales however, fell 20.22% over 15,993 units sold in Oct 2024. During the festive month of Oct 2024, Ather had introduced special benefits on the 450X and 450 Apex along with extended battery warranty of 8 years.
Hero, Greaves, Revolt Post YoY and MoM Growth in Nov 2024
Three two wheeler makers in the electric segment that have ended the year on a promising note are Hero MotoCorp, Greaves and Revolt. Each of these electric two wheeler OEMs have seen increased sales both on a YoY and MoM basis. Hero sales surged to 7,315 units while Greaves sales were up to 4,469 units and Revolt sold 1,996 units in Nov 2024.
Bgauss (1,878 units) and Kinetic Energy (1,095 units) saw YoY growth but MoM declined in demand. Lectrix (991 units) and Wardwizard (975) had suffered a YoY decline but saw its sales improve significantly on a MoM basis. Bounce (858 units) and Okaya (501 units) featured lower down on this list along with other 2W electric OEMs that added 3,795 units to total sales in Nov 2024 relating to a 29.24% YoY growth but a 25.60% MoM decline. More
