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    TVS Sales October 2025 Domestic, Exports, Electric – YoY, MoM Growth

    2025 TVS Apache RTR 310One of India’s renowned 2W and 3W vehicle manufacturers, TVS Motor, has ended the sales account for the month of October 2025 in style. The company’s total sales last month stood at 5,43,557 units, which saw 11.15% YoY and 0.46% MoM growth over 4,89,015 units sold last year in October 2024 and 5,41,064 units sold in September 2025.
    This resulted in a volume growth of 54,542 units YoY and 2,493 units MoM. This total sales number encompasses the company’s 2W and 3W vehicle portfolio across both domestic and export markets. Let’s break down these numbers further.
    TVS Sales October 2025
    The company’s total 2W sales stood at 5,25,150 units with 4,21,631 units sold in the domestic market and 1,03,519 units shipped globally. TVS’s domestic sales contributed 80.29% of TVS’s total sales, while exports contributed 18.08%. Total domestic sales saw a YoY growth of 9.83% and a marginal 0.23% MoM growth.
    TVS Sales October 2025 – YoY
    TVS’ domestic sales saw 7.98% YoY growth and a 2.02% MoM growth with volume rising 31,142 units YoY and 8,352 units MoM. While there was an 18.08% YoY growth, exports saw 6.44% MoM decline. Breaking these numbers further, we can see that Motorcycle sales stood at 2,66,715 units constituting 50.79% of total 2W sales.
    Motorcycle sales saw 15.77% YoY growth and a 6.85% MoM growth with volume growth of 35,893 units YoY and 17,094 units MoM. Scooter sales stood at 2,05,919 units with 6.45% YoY growth, but a 5.94% MoM decline. TVS iQube electric scooter sales stood at 32,387 units with 10.51% YoY and 3.59% MoM growth with volume gain of 3,079 units YoY and 1,121 units MoM.
    3W domestic sales more than doubled
    TVS’ moped sales declined across both YoY and MoM aspects as the 52,516 units yielded 2.56% YoY and 5.16% MoM decline. The company’s 3W sales fell into the Greens completely. There were 18,407 units sold in total, with 6,120 units sold in domestic market and 12,287 units shipped to global markets.
    TVS Sales October 2025 – MoM
    What is notable is that 3W domestic sales more than doubled with 117.18% YoY growth and 7.8% MoM growth. 3W exports saw 52.86% YoY and 7.18% MoM growth. Total domestic sales (2W+3W) stood at 4,27,751 units with 8.76% YoY and 2.10% MoM growth, while total exports (2W+3W) stood at 1,15,806 units which was a 21% YoY growth, but a 5.16% MoM decline.
    TVS Motor is showcasing a range of new products at 2025 EICMA Show in Milan, Italy. Expected showcases include TVS X electric scooter for Europe, TVS M1-S maxi electric scooter, new Norton V4 superbike and more. A TVS version based on the upcoming 450cc jointly developed with BMW Motorrad is likely to make a grand debut as well. More

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    Royal Enfield Sales October 2025 Saw Highest-Ever Festive Record

    Royal Enfield Scram 440Many OEMs registered record sales for the month of October 2025 and Royal Enfield was no different. The company enjoyed stellar sales numbers as the company’s 350cc portfolio saw a major sales boost. Royal Enfield’s total sales for the month of October 2025 stood at 1,24,951 with a 13% YoY growth over 1,10,574 units.
    The volume growth YoY was 14,377 units. When compared to the 1,24,328 units sold in September 2025, Royal Enfield registered a marginal 0.5% MoM growth, gaining 623 units in volume MoM.
    Royal Enfield Sales October 2025 – YoY
    Royal Enfield Sales October 2025
    India’s festive season is a time of celebration for the entire nation. Passion is high and vehicle purchase sky rockets during this period. Discounts and offers from OEMs act as catalyst to boost during this period and in 2025, there was another catalyst in the form of GST 2.0 revision and the associated price reductions.
    The 1,24,951 units sold comprised of both 350cc and 350cc+ motorcycle sales across both domestic and exports. Royal Enfield’s 350cc motorcycles sold 1,10,874 units which was 14.5% higher than the 96,837 units sold last year. 350cc bikes constituted 88.73% of total sales. September 2025 sales were 1,07,478 units, which gave RE 3.16% MoM growth.
    Royal Enfield Sales October 2025 – MoM
    Contributing 11.27% of the total sales, we have 350cc+ motorcycle sales with 14,077 units encompassing 440cc, 450cc and 650cc bikes. While it was a 2.48% YoY growth, 350cc+ bikes saw 16.46% MoM decline. Domestic sales stood at 1,16,844 units with 93.51%, while exports contributed 6.49% of the total sales with 8,107 units.
    Domestic sales saw 14.68% YoY growth and a 2.88% MoM growth, gaining 14,958 units YoY and 3,271 units MoM. Year to date, Royal Enfield’s 350cc bikes saw a total of 7,16,854 units with a 26.80% YoY growth. Where YTD analysis is concerned, Royal Enfield saw Greens all the way with domestic, exports including 350cc and 350cc+ motorcycles.
    Royal Enfield Sales YTD
    Statement from Royal Enfield
    Speaking about the performance for October 2025, B. Govindarajan, Managing Director – Eicher Motors Ltd. and Chief Executive Officer – Royal Enfield, said, “This festive period has been truly special for all of us at Royal Enfield, as the festive spirit translated into an overwhelming response from customers across the country.
    With over 2.49 lakh motorcycles sold during the festive months of September and October, our best-ever festive performance, we have achieved a milestone that speaks volumes about our momentum and the unwavering love riders have for the brand. From refreshed favourites like the Hunter 350 and Meteor 350 to timeless icons like the Bullet and Classic, our motorcycles continue to inspire and bring riders closer to the joy of motorcycling.
    As we are now gearing up to showcase some of our exciting new motorcycles at EICMA and celebrate the spirit of riding with our community at Motoverse, it is going to be truly a special time for us.”
    Also read – Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Rally Edition teased More

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    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Rally Edition Teased – EICMA Debut On 4th Nov

    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Rally Edition TeasedUpcoming Himalayan 450 Rally will be getting a range of off-road focused equipment and possibly longer-travel suspension
    Royal Enfield has busy days ahead with the EICMA 2025 starting soon and the Motoverse event to be held from 21st to 23rd November. At EICMA, one of the new products to be unveiled will be an offroad version of the Himalayan. This has been confirmed from the recent teasers of a new motorcycle off-roading at Mana, near Tibet border, posted by the brand. Let’s check out the details.
    Himalayan 450 Rally – What to expect?
    Teasers reveal only a few details about the upcoming offroad focused Himalayan 450 model. While there is no mention of any name, the bike could go on sale as Himalayan 450 Raid. Even in its current form, Himalayan 450 has good offroading capabilities. But with the new offroad focused model, users should be able to take on even more challenging terrains.
    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Rally Edition Teased
    One of the key updates could be longer travel suspension. In its current form, Himalayan 450 has 43 mm USD front forks and linkage type monoshock rear suspension. At both front and rear, suspension travel is 200 mm. It is also possible that the offroad focused Himalayan 450 could get adjustable suspension for compression and rebound along with a slight power boost from an aftermarket exhaust.
    The engine will be the same, a 452 cc, liquid cooled, single cylinder unit. It generates 40.02 PS and 40 Nm of torque and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox. Key features include electronic fuel injection, ride-by-wire system and 42 mm throttle body. The bike is equipped with a slip & assist clutch. In other upgrades, offroad focused Himalayan 450 could get tubeless wire-spoke wheels, wrapped in knobby tyres. These will play a key role in ensuring peace of mind when exploring remote locations.
    Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Rally Version : Image – 91Wheels
    Offroading accessories as standard
    The new Himalayan 450 Raid or Rally Edition is also expected to get a range of offroading accessories. Several of these are already offered with the existing Himalayan 450. Users will need more fuel when exploring remote locations. Teasers reveal a flared tail section, which indicates the presence of twin auxiliary fuel tanks.
    These are currently available with the rally kit. The stock 17-litre primary fuel tank is likely to be the same as the current model. Various other accessories could be offered as standard with the offroad focused Himalayan 450 model. The offroad kit could include accessories like rally gear lever, a larger windscreen, rally handguards with aluminium spine, aluminium sump guard, rally handlebar pad, single-piece seat, radiator guard, pannier rails and engine guard.
    New Himalayan Accessories – Rally
    Features that could be carried forward from the existing Himalayan 450 include the dual-channel ABS with switchable function. Wheel size could be the same – 21-inch at the front and 17-inch at the rear. Braking setup could also be retained, a 320 mm ventilated disc with double piston callipers at the front and a 270 mm ventilated disc with single piston calliper at the rear. The bike will have an all-LED setup and could be equipped with a digital display with turn-by-turn navigation. More

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    2026 Kawasaki Z900RS and SE Variant Debuts – More Features, Performance

    2026 Kawasaki Z900RS Debuts
    After launching the new MY26 versions of Z900 and Z650, Kawasaki has just debuted the MY26 version of Z900RS. This neo retro roadster based on Z900, is a direct homage to Z1B from the 70s. With new 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS, there are a whole lot more features and equipment along with increased performance. Let’s take a closer look.
    2026 Kawasaki Z900RS Debuts
    2026 Kawasaki Z900RS and SE Variant
    Z900 has been one of the best-selling big bikes on sale in India as it strikes the right balance between performance, price and the show-value with its howling 4-cylinder engine. Its neo retro sibling, the Z900RS, has not been as popular, in comparison. That could be because of limited equipment, which Kawasaki is addressing with 2026 Z900RS.
    2026 Z900RS Debuts
    While an India launch date is yet to be announced, 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS have been unveiled globally in two variants. Standard Z900RS and then a higher-spec Z900RS SE. Standard 2026 Z900RS gets a sole Candy Tone Red shade and 2026 Z900RS SE gets Metallic Spark Black shade with Orange accents on fuel tank and Gold shade on wheels and suspension components.
    2026 Kawasaki Z900RS Family – Standard, Black Ball Edition, SE
    Apart from these two, Kawasaki has unveiled 2026 Z900RS Black Ball Edition finished in Ebony shade with a stealthy all-Black theme. The main update to 2026 Z900RS family is the inclusion of an electronic throttle (ride-by-wire system) which has unlocked sought-after features like Cruise Control.
    2026 Z900RS Debuts
    Also notable are additions like a bi-directional quick-shifter and an IMU-based rider-assist features like Kawasaki Cornering Management Function. Retro analogue instrument cluster now support smartphone connectivity and the restyled megaphone-style exhaust canister and exhaust header pipes unlock a new signature sound as well.
    2026 Z900RS Debuts
    More performance
    The Z900-sourced 948cc in-line four-cylinder liquid-cooled engine is retained with 2026 Kawasaki Z900RS family, but is now tuned for more performance. Peak power is now 116 bhp and peak torque is now 98 Nm, both achieved at higher revs than before. While this is 5bhp more than 2025 model, it is less than what 2026 Z900 packs.
    2026 Z900RS Debuts
    Premium components continue as well. It gets adjustable 41 mm USD telescopic front forks, a rear-mono-shock, twin 300 mm front disc brakes, 17-inch wheels wrapped with fat tyres and more. The higher-spec Z900RS SE variant gets even more premium components in the form of Brembo brakes and rear Ohlins suspension along with a Type-C USB fast charger. India launch is likely, but a launch timeline is yet to be revealed. More

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    Suzuki Access CNG Variant Unveiled – Can Run On CBG Too

    Suzuki Access CNG Variant Unveiled
    Using green fuels such as CNG, CBG and hydrogen is part of Suzuki’s multi-pathway strategy to achieve its carbon neutrality goals
    At the Japan Mobility Show 2025, Suzuki has showcased the CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) version of the Access scooter that can also run on CBG (Compressed Biomethane Gas). This could be introduced in India in the near future, as OEMs look for alternative fuel options other than battery-powered vehicles. While TVS is in the race with Jupiter CNG, Suzuki Access could be the first CNG/CBG powered scooter to be launched in India. Let’s get more details about these developments.
    Suzuki Access CNG/CBG variant – Key features
    In terms of its design, the Suzuki Access CNG/CBG variant is largely the same as petrol-powered Access sold in India. It does get a distinctive livery highlighting its use of green fuels. CNG and CBG have similar calorific values and can be used interchangeably in most engines.
    Suzuki Access CNG/CBG variant has the gas tank mounted under the seat. This is a compact unit, designed to carry 6 litres of CNG/CBG. Filling nozzle is located just next to this gas tank. Suzuki Access CNG/CBG variant is also equipped with a 2-litre petrol fuel tank. This can be filled via an external fuel filler. When both tanks are full, Suzuki Access CNG/CBG variant will have a range of around 170 km.
    Suzuki Access CNG Variant Unveiled
    There will be some reduction in power-to-weight ratio, as the additional equipment makes the Suzuki Access CNG/CBG variant heavier by around 10%. For context, petrol-powered Suzuki Access weighs 106 kg. There could be some reduction in power and torque output as well. The petrol-powered Access has a 124-cc engine that generates 8.4 PS and 10.2 Nm of torque.
    Along with the CNG/CBG version of Access, Suzuki has also showcased a hydrogen-powered concept version of the Burgman 400 scooter. In this case, the hydrogen tank is mounted beneath the floorboard. This hydrogen-powered Burgman 400 utilizes hydrogen combustion for propulsion. It is not revealed how close Suzuki has come to launching its first hydrogen-powered scooter.
    CBG – A boost for rural economy
    While CNG and CBG are similar fuels, it is the CBG that has more benefits to offer. Suzuki’s CBG program not only aims to reduce carbon emissions but also generate new sources of income for rural households. At the Japan Mobility Show, Suzuki displayed a miniature model of a biogas plant. This has been built in collaboration with a dairy cooperative in India.
    TVS Jupiter CNG Showcased at 2025 Bharat Mobility Expo
    CBG is derived from dairy waste and the byproduct is also valuable in the form of organic manure. Both of these can benefit the rural economy when biomethane projects are carried out on a large scale across the country. Government policies also incentivize production of biomethane gas. Unlike CNG, which is a limited resource, CBG is classified as a renewable resource. Its production has a lower carbon footprint, as compared to CNG.
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    BMW F 450 GS Teased Ahead Of EICMA Reveal – India Launch In 2026?

    BMW F 450 GS Teased
    With a strategic partnership with TVS Motor, a renowned 2W and 3W vehicle manufacturer in India, BMW Motorrad established an affordable 310cc platform. This platform spawned G 310 R (Roadster), G 310 GS (Adventure Tourer) and G 310 RR (Supersport). These motorcycles were all powered by a single-cylinder engine.
    Now, BMW Motorrad and TVS Motor have jointly developed a new 450cc platform. Unlike the 310cc platform, the 450cc platform is powered by a twin-cylinder engine and the first motorcycle to debut this powertrain will be the F 450 GS. BMW Motorrad has teased this motorcycle ahead of a global debut at EICMA Show 2025. Let’s take a closer look.
    BMW F 450 GS Teased
    BMW F 450 GS Teased
    Early next month, BMW Motorrad will reveal its new F 450 GS adventure tourer motorcycle. The company teased a fuel tank of this upcoming motorcycle with F 450 graphics on its social media handles. It will be the production-spec version of F 450 GS concept showcased at 2025 Auto Expo in Delhi NCR.
    This motorcycle has been spied testing in India multiple times and revealed a premium adventure tourer motorcycle with the new 450cc twin-cylinder engine. Production will be managed by TVS Motor and it will launch in India and then exported to major markets across the globe.
    BMW F 450 GS
    TVS versions along with Norton versions based on this new 450cc engine have been confirmed too. This new 450cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled engine develops around 48 bhp of peak power and 45 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. There is a possibility of BMW offering a semi-automatic gearbox with F 450 GS as well.
    Premium ADV design
    BMW G 450 GS is likely to borrow most of the design elements from the concept including the quad-pot LED headlights, semi-fairing with a pronounced beak, a tall windscreen which could be adjustable, USD telescopic front forks with a Golden finish, sculpted fuel tank, split seat design and other elements.
    BMW F 450 GS
    Because this is road-centric motorcycle, it rides on 19-inch front and 17-inch rear alloy wheel combination. Single-disc setups will handle braking duties at both ends, coupled with dual-channel ABS. The iconic Blue and White colourway might be on offer too. Where features are concerned, a 6.5-inch colour TFT display will be on offer, featuring Bluetooth and other connected features. Launch is likely in 2026. More

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    150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales Sept 2025 – Pulsar, Apache, Xpulse, R15, FZ

    2025 Bajaj Pulsar RS200The Bajaj Pulsar range along with the TVS Apache have witnessed strong YoY growth while Hero Xpulse 200 sales nearly doubled
    The two wheeler segment has seen strong demand in Sept 2025. Overall motorcycle sales improved by 6.99% while speaking particularly of bikes in the 150-200cc segment, there was a 4.37% YoY growth. Here’s a list of the top 15 best-selling bikes in this 150-200cc segment in September 2025. The segment as a whole accounted for 1,90,252 unit sales last month. This was a 4.37% YoY growth from 1,82,289 units sold in Sept 2024.
    150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales Sept 2025
    Bajaj’s Pulsar lineup, that includes the Pulsar 150, Pulsar N150, Pulsar N160, Pulsar NS160, Pulsar NS200 and Pulsar RS200, headed the list with 54,944 units. This was a 5.79% YoY growth from 51,936 units marking a 3,008 unit volume increase. The Pulsar range commanded a 28.88% share. The company has expanded this lineup to include the new 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS125. Initial models move into company showrooms showing off added features and technology upgrades.
    In a second spot was TVS Apache with 53,326 units sold last month. This marked a double digit growth of 28.06% over 41,640 units sold in Sept 2024. It was followed by the Honda Unicorn that showed positive momentum with sales of 32,361 units, up 3.22% from 31,353 units a year ago.
    150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales September 2025
    From the Yamaha stables, the FZ, MT15 and R15 secured 4th, 5th and 6th position and each suffered a YoY de-growth. FZ sales were down by 15.62% to 13,617 units. MT-15 sales dipped by 4.81% to 11,695 units while R15 sales stood at 9,329 units, a YoY decline by 12.11% from 12,286 units sold in Sept 2024.
    Hero Xpulse 200 sales nearly doubled to 3,884 units in the past month. This was a 94.88% increase from 1,993 units sold in the same month last year. KTM 200 sales dipped by 3.34% to 2,956 units while Honda SP 160 sales more than halved as it suffered a 52.50% YoY de-growth to 2,598 units from 5,470 units. There was also the Hero Xtreme 160R with sales of 2,022 units, sharply down by 12.32% from 2,306 unit sales of Sept 2024. An updated Xtreme 160R is incoming, which might boost sales further.
    Bajaj Avenger, Honda Hornet, Suzuki Gixxer
    Lower down the list was the Bajaj Avenger. Sales improved sharply by 31.63% to 1,960 units, a 471 unit improvement over 1,489 unit sales of Sept 2024. Another Honda motorcycle with halved sales YoY was Hornet 2.0. Along with that, we also have Honda CB200X each suffering severe YoY decline to 845 units and 517 units respectively.
    Suzuki Gixxer too saw its sales dip by 84.35% to 198 units from 1,265 units on a YoY basis. Kawasaki W175 sales failed to take off, marking 0 units sold and a 100% YoY de-growth from 106 unit sales of Sept 2024. More

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    Honda Activa Achieves 35 Million Sales Milestone – India’s #1 Scooter

    Honda Activa Achieves 35 Million MilestoneSeveral factors such as reliability, fuel efficiency and practicality have ensured consistently high sales for Honda Activa
    Introduced in India in 2001, Honda Activa has achieved various milestones over the years. The latest record is cumulative sales of 35 million units, comprising the Activa 110, Activa 125 and the Activa-i. This makes the Honda Activa India’s best-selling scooter ever. Let’s get more details on this riveting journey.
    Honda Activa achieves 35 million sales milestone
    It took around 14 years for Honda Activa to reach the 10 million sales milestone. This was achieved in 2015. The next 10 million sales came in just three years in 2018. And now, in 2025, Activa sales have reached the 35-million mark. Activa remains to be the top selling Honda two-wheeler vehicle in India, contributing more than 50% to the brand’s overall sales.
    Honda Activa became popular, as it revolutionized urban mobility with its gearless design. Activa became synonymous with reliability and durability, making it the preferred choice among the masses. The scooter has a simple, yet elegant and practical design that suits everyday needs. Unlike entry-level commuter motorcycles that are mostly used by men, Honda Activa is preferred by a wide range of users regardless of their gender or age.
    There are various other factors that have made Activa a bestseller. For example, Activa generally has low maintenance and replacement parts are easily available. The scooter has strong build quality, ensuring a hassle-free experience for years. With regular servicing, Honda Activa delivers reliable performance without any issues. Honda’s large dealer network and reliable after-sales services have also contributed to Activa’s popularity.
    Honda Activa Features
    Honda has also introduced updates for Activa at regular intervals, in line with industry trends and evolving consumer expectations. Some of the key updates introduced over the years include the combi-brake system, Honda Eco Technology (HET), LED headlamp, digital console, fuel injection (PGM-Fi), eSP, Bluetooth connectivity, smart key with H-Smart technology, TFT screen, USB Type-C charging port and Honda Road Sync connectivity suite.
    Electric Activa holds potential
    With the EV segment registering strong growth, Honda had introduced the Activa electric earlier this year in January. Activa e: is backed by the advanced e-Swap technology, which eliminates the wait time for battery recharge. Users can swap the discharged battery with a fully charged battery in under a minute.
    e-Swap technology also reduces the upfront cost of the electric scooter. Activa electric is currently available at select locations such as Delhi, Haryana, Karnataka and Maharashtra. As more states are covered, Activa electric sales could witness strong growth. Honda Activa e: has two 1.55 kWh lithium-ion battery packs with IP65 rating.
    Honda Activa e
    Power is supplied to a 6 kW (8.16 PS) electric motor. The scooter has a range of 102 km and top speed of 80 km/h. 0 to 60 km/h is achievable in 7.3 seconds. In comparison, the petrol-powered Activa 110 has a 109.51 cc engine. It generates 8 PS and 9.05 Nm of torque. Activa 125 gets power from a 123.92 cc engine that generates 8.4 PS and 10.5 Nm of torque. More