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      Bajaj Sales Breakup May 2025 – Pulsar, Chetak, Dominar, Platina

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      2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS160One of India’s leading 2W and 3W manufacturers, Bajaj Auto, has closed the sales account for the month of May 2025 on a positive note, where YoY and MoM sales analysis are concerned. There are a lot of developments from Bajaj’s stable in the past months with new launches expected in the coming months which will boost sales further.
      The company sold a total of 1,82,746 units in May 2025, which registered a 1.86% YoY growth as opposed to 1,79,413 units sold in May 2024, yielding a 3,333 units volume growth YoY. When compared to the 1,79,676 units sold in April 2025, there was a 1.70% MoM growth, yielding a 3,070 units volume growth MoM.
      Bajaj Sales Breakup May 2025
      Breaking down these numbers further, we get the best-seller Pulsar lineup at 1,22,151 units that contributes to 66.84% of Bajaj’s total sales. When compared to the 1,28,480 units sold in May 2024, Pulsar saw a 4.93% YoY decline with 6,329 units lost in volume YoY. Next in line was the Platina at 27,919 units and a 7.67% YoY decline.
      Bajaj Sales Breakup May 2025
      The first vehicle to register a positive growth for Bajaj was Chetak electric scooter at 3rd position with . With 25,540 units, Bajaj almost doubled its sales YoY with a 95.83% YoY growth, as opposed to the 13,042 units sold last year. This resulted in a 12,498 units gain in volume YoY, which was highest in this list.
      Bajaj’s CT lineup sales stood at 3,608 units with a 31% YoY decline. In 5th place, we have Avenger lineup with 1,672 units sold last month and registered a 10.73% YoY growth. Freedom 125 CNG and Bajaj’s flagship Dominar sales stood at 1,037 and 819 units respectively, without any positive growth to register.
      Displacement-wise Sales Breakup
      Breaking down the numbers further with respect to their displacement, we can see that Bajaj’s 125cc Pulsars are the company’s highest contributors with 78,988 units sold and commanded 43.22% of the company’s total sales with a positive growth of 6.64% YoY when compared to 74,072 units sold in May 2024.
      Bajaj Sales Breakup May 2025
      In the 75cc-110cc space, we have CT and Platina lineups with 3,608 and 27,919 units respectively. We have Pulsars at 78,988 units and Freedom at 1,037 units in the 111cc-125cc segment. In 126cc-150cc space, we can see that Pulsar sales stood at 15,937 units, almost halving in numbers YoY with 45.77% YoY decline when compared to the 29,386 units sold last year with a volume decline of 13,499 units.
      Bajaj’s 151cc-200cc segment is where there is positive growth again as Avenger 160 sold 1,277 units with 11.63% YoY growth and 160cc Pulsars sold 22,372 units with 24.88% YoY growth. In the 201cc-250cc space, only Avenger 220 registered positive growth of 7.92% YoY with 395 units.
      Dominar 250 and Pulsar 250 registered 7.80% and 38.45% YoY decline as they sold 402 and 4,355 units respectively. Pulsar NS400Z with 499 units outsold Dominar 400 with 417 units, with Pulsar NS400Z registering 1,459.38% YoY growth.
      Also read – Bajaj Avenger 220 Street to launch again More

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      Aprilia SR 175 Scooter Reach Showrooms – Cluster From RS 457

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      Aprilia SR 175 Scooter Reach ShowroomsPremium Italian scooter and motorcycle manufacturer, Aprilia, has been on the verge of expanding its SR sporty scooter lineup. In that regard, the company will soon launch SR 175, which gets the biggest displacement among any other mainstream scooters in India. Ahead of launch, units have started to arrive at showrooms. Let’s take a look at what’s new.
      Aprilia SR 175 Scooter
      Ahead of a formal launch, Aprilia SR 175 scooter has been reaching showrooms. This is a sporty scooter and is positioned on 14-inch wheels on both ends, similar to SR 160. There is a good probability that this Aprilia SR 175 could be a spiritual replacement of SR 160, which is currently on sale in India.
      Aprilia SR 175
      In the video by SKELISM, we can see that the Aprilia SR 175 looks more or less like a SR 160, with colour combinations inspired by other Aprilia vehicles like RS 457 and Tuono 457. It gets the same styling, body panels, LED headlights, LED tail lights, handlebar cowl, stepped seat, rear grab rail and floorboard as SR 160.
      There is a possibility that Aprilia has carried over the mainframe and subframe along with mechanical components like brakes and suspension. The host confirmed that Aprilia SR 175 is rolling on 12-section tyres at both ends wrapped on large 14-inch alloy wheels, similar to SR 160 that is currently on sale.
      Aprilia SR 175
      What’s new is a fully digital colour TFT instrument cluster that looks like it is shared with RS 457 and Tuono 457. This is a major step-up for Aprilia SR 175, when compared to the LCD unit with Red backlight on current SR 160 and SXR 160 models. This cluster has dedicated software and UI for SR 175 and might supports Bluetooth connectivity and smartphone app, through which users can get a host of information on this cluster.
      A New Heart
      When compared to the SR 160 on sale, Aprilia SR 175 gets a new beating heart with a larger displacement. SKELISM revealed that Aprilia SR 175 gets a new 175cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine with two O2 sensors and is rated at 9.5 kW (12.7 bhp) of peak power at 7,200 RPM and 14.4 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 RPM.
      Aprilia SR 175
      Where pricing is concerned, Aprilia SR 175 might be priced around the same bracket as SR 160. So, it could be around Rs 1.35 lakh (Ex-sh). Launch is speculated to happen some time in early July 2025 and it will take on rivals like Yamaha Aerox 155 and upcoming Hero Xoom 160, who’s delivery is set to start in the coming months.
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      150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales May 2025 – Apache, Pulsar, MT15, R15, Xpulse, KTM, Hornet, Avenger

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      New Yamaha MT15 – Patna BikesIn May 2025, India’s 150–200cc motorcycle segment recorded total sales of 1,54,536 units, witnessing a decline of 10.14% compared to 1,71,981 units in May 2024. Leading the segment was the TVS Apache series with sales of 49,099 units, registering a healthy growth of 29.53% over 37,906 units last year. Bajaj Pulsar came in second, though its sales dropped by 19.01% to 38,309 units from 47,301 units in the same period last year. Honda Unicorn showed positive momentum with sales of 28,616 units, up 15.67% from 24,740 units a year ago.
      150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales May 2025 – YoY Comparison
      Yamaha FZ registered sales of 12,979 units, down 9.61% compared to 14,359 units last May. Yamaha’s MT 15 faced a significant slump of 51.86%, selling 7,034 units against 14,612 units, while the R15 dropped by 42.53% to 5,997 units from 10,435 units. Honda SP 160 saw sales of 3,294 units, sharply down by 66.86% over last year’s 9,939 units.
      150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales May 2025 – YoY Comparison
      Hero’s Xpulse 200 clocked 2,407 units, falling 29.89% from 3,433 units. KTM’s 200cc lineup managed 2,071 units, down 21.70% from 2,645 units in May 2024, while the Bajaj Avenger posted a positive growth of 11.63%, selling 1,277 units compared to 1,144 units last year. Honda Hornet 2.0 fell 49.18% to 1,273 units against 2,505 units.
      Suzuki Gixxer sales stood at 914 units, declining 21.75% over 1,168 units last year, while Hero Xtreme 160R/200 managed 623 units, down 49.27% from 1,228 units. Honda CB200X improved to 586 units, a 14.45% increase from 512 units last year. Meanwhile, Kawasaki’s W175 registered marginal growth of 5.56%, with sales at 57 units compared to 54 units in May 2024.
      150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales May 2025 – MoM Comparison
      150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales May 2025 – MoM Comparison
      In month-on-month terms, India’s 150–200cc motorcycle segment posted a positive performance in May 2025, with total sales of 1,54,536 units, up 3.70% compared to 1,49,016 units sold in April 2025. TVS Apache series led the charts with 49,099 units, growing by 7.6% over 45,633 units sold the previous month. Bajaj Pulsar came in second but registered a marginal decline of 3.98% to 38,309 units from 39,898 units in April. Honda Unicorn showed a healthy 9.99% growth, selling 28,616 units against 26,017 units a month earlier.
      Yamaha FZ saw a slight dip of 3.73%, at 12,979 units compared to 13,482 units in April. Yamaha’s MT 15 was largely stable, inching up 0.13% to 7,034 units. In contrast, the Yamaha R15 showed a robust jump of 22.19%, selling 5,997 units versus 4,908 units in April. Honda SP160 slipped 6.92%, with 3,294 units sold compared to 3,539 previously. Hero XPulse 200 delivered one of the strongest gains this month, up 65.43% to 2,407 units from 1,455 units. KTM 200 grew moderately by 4.65% to 2,071 units. Bajaj Avenger also posted solid growth of 27.32%, reaching 1,277 units from 1,003 in April.
      Honda Hornet 2.0 registered an impressive 147.18% month-on-month growth, jumping to 1,273 units from just 515 units a month earlier. Meanwhile, Suzuki Gixxer fell 7.77%, with 914 units against 991 units previously. Hero Xtreme 160R/200 faced a sharp drop of 65.83%, down to 623 units from 1,823 units in April. Honda CB200X managed steady gains of 4.64%, selling 586 units against 560 units, while Kawasaki’s W175 fell 69.68% to 57 units from 188 units in April. More

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      Honda 2W Sales Breakup May 2025 – Activa, Shine, Unicorn, Dio, Livo, CB350, Hornet

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      Honda ActivaHonda Motorcycle & Scooter India has reported its domestic sales figures for May 2025, with total sales standing at 4,17,250 units, marking a decline of 7.4% compared to 4,50,589 units sold in May 2024. Among individual models, the popular Honda Activa continued to lead the charts with 1,90,713 units sold, though this was down 11.85% from 2,16,352 units a year ago.
      Honda 2W Sales Breakup May 2025
      Shine 125 and SP125 combined witnessed strong growth, recording sales of 1,48,288 units, a 16.85% rise from 1,26,907 units last May. Unicorn performed well too, selling 28,616 units against 24,740 units last year, up by 15.67%.
      Honda 2W Sales Breakup May 2025
      Honda Dio posted sales of 26,220 units, declining by 9.71% compared to 29,041 units in May 2024. Shine 100 saw a sharper drop of 54.92% with sales of 9,983 units versus 22,147 units last year. Livo also fell by 50.89%, selling 3,829 units compared to 7,796. SP160 registered 3,294 units, down 66.86% from 9,939 units.
      In the premium segment, CB350 rose sharply to 2,410 units, up 83.97% from 1,310 units last year, while H’ness 350 dropped 34.91% to 1,281 units from 1,968. Hornet 2.0 also declined, selling 1,273 units versus 2,505 units, down by 49.18%. Honda’s newly introduced QC1 registered 676 units with no sales last year as a comparison.
      CB200X saw a moderate gain of 14.45%, selling 586 units compared to 512. CBR 650 added 31 units in May 2025, while CB 300 dropped sharply to 25 units from 296, a fall of 91.55%. Honda’s XL750 reported 19 units sold, down from 41 units, while CB 1000 added 6 units with no sales last year.
      Interestingly, there were zero domestic sales reported for the Activa e, Dream, and GL 1800 in May 2025. Last year, the Dream sold 7,027 units and the GL 1800 sold 8 units in May. Overall, despite some models showing growth, the negative performance of popular commuter scooters and motorcycles led to a year-on-year contraction of 7.4% for Honda’s domestic two-wheeler business in India. More

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      KTM 390 Adventure X Bookings On Hold – New Model To Get Full Suite Of Electronic Rider Aids

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      New KTM 390 Adventure XBookings for KTM 390 Adventure X are temporarily on hold, as the updated model is expected to be launched in the coming weeks
      Positioned as a more accessible version of the standard KTM 390 Adventure, the 390 Adventure X was launched in 2023. The latter is a road-biased machine, as compared to the off-road focused 390 Adventure. KTM 390 Adventure X is currently priced at Rs 2.91 lakh. In comparison, top-spec 390 Adventure has a price tag of Rs 3.68 lakh.
      One key difference between the two bikes lies in the number of electronic rider aids offered. This will change with the updated 390 Adventure X, as it will be getting the complete electronic rider aids kit, as offered with 390 Adventure. Let’s check out the details.
      KTM 390 Adventure X – Updated rider aids
      In its current form, KTM 390 Adventure X has features like offroad mode, which includes offroad ABS. The updated model will get a more comprehensive electronic rider aids suite, with features like cornering ABS, traction control and riding modes of Rain, Street and Off-road. The riding modes work by controlling the power delivery and throttle response and adjusting the ABS and traction control response.
      KTM 390 Adventure X will also be getting cruise control and its dedicated switchgear. This feature will be quite useful for enthusiasts who frequently use their bike for long distance touring. Users can activate cruise control with a single press of a button. There’s also a dedicated button for increasing or decreasing the speed of cruise control. Cruise control disengages automatically when brake is applied and re-engages automatically upon throttle action.
      Core hardware remains unchanged
      While getting the full suite of electronic rider aids, KTM 390 Adventure X will continue with the existing hardware. Powering the bike is a 399cc, single cylinder, liquid cooled engine that generates 45 PS and 39 Nm of peak torque. It is paired with a 6-speed transmission.
      KTM 390 Adventure X utilizes a steel trellis frame, with 43mm WP Apex USD front forks. These are non-adjustable, as compared to compression and rebound adjustable units available with 390 Adventure. At the rear, 390 Adventure X has a preload adjustable monoshock suspension. The monoshock unit onboard 390 Adventure is both preload and rebound adjustable.
      Braking setup of KTM 390 Adventure X comprises 320 mm and 240 mm disc brakes at front and rear, respectively. The bike has 19-inch front and 17-inch rear alloy wheels, wrapped in Apollo Tramplr dual-purpose tubeless tyres.
      Updated KTM 390 Adventure X – Pricing
      With the addition of premium electronic rider aids, the updated KTM 390 Adventure X could see a price increase of around Rs 10,000 to Rs 15,000. Even with the price hike, 390 Adventure X will still allow savings of around Rs 60,000 when compared to the top-spec 390 Adventure. With updated electronics, the 390 Adventure X will offer a better overall package. It will continue to rival the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, which is available at a starting price of Rs 2.85 lakh.
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      Hero MotoCorp Sales Breakup May 2025 – Splendor, Deluxe, Passion, Xtreme, Destini, Vida

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      New Hero Xtreme 125RHero MotoCorp recorded total domestic sales of 4,88,499 units in May 2025, registering a modest year-on-year growth of 2.11% compared to 4,78,408 units sold in May 2024. Splendor continued to lead Hero’s sales charts, posting 3,10,335 units, a slight increase of 1.86% over 3,04,663 units a year ago.
      Hero MotoCorp Sales Breakup May 2025 – YoY Comparison
      Following it, the HF Deluxe saw robust demand with 1,07,768 units, marking an impressive growth of 23.67% from 87,143 units last year. On the other hand, Passion sales declined by 24.92%, down to 16,763 units compared to 22,327 units in May 2024.
      Hero MotoCorp Sales Breakup May 2025 – YoY Comparison
      In the 125cc motorcycle segment, the Xtreme 125R posted a healthy 15.89% growth, selling 16,602 units against 14,326 units last year. Hero’s scooter portfolio also showed positive movement with the Destini 125 clocking 15,018 units, up 31.41% from 11,428 units, and the Pleasure registering 8,128 units, up 29.53% from 6,275 units.
      Hero’s electric offering, Vida, stood out with a remarkable 129.70% growth, selling 8,361 units compared to 3,640 units a year ago. However, models like the Xpulse saw a significant decline of 29.89% with 2,407 units, while the Xoom fell sharply by 70.17% to just 1,029 units.
      Hero MotoCorp Sales Breakup May 2025 – MoM Comparison
      Hero MotoCorp Sales Breakup May 2025 – MoM Comparison
      The Glamour recorded one of the steepest falls, down 95.21% with just 911 units compared to 19,028 units in May 2024. Similarly, the Xtreme 160/200 range dropped by 49.27% to 623 units, while the Karizma 210 saw a heavy decline of 89.14% with only 72 units sold. Hero introduced the Xtreme 250R, which posted its first month’s sales at 477 units.
      The recently launched Mavrick 440 struggled, with only 5 units sold in May 2025 against 791 units a year ago, reflecting a steep decline of 99.37%. The Maestro scooter reported zero sales this month compared to 14 units in May 2024.
      Despite challenges in some segments, Hero’s performance was supported by its strong commuter motorcycles and the encouraging response to its EV, Vida, leading to positive overall growth. More

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      2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 Launch Price Rs 1.34 L – Improved Features

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      2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 LaunchOne of India’s leading 2W and 3W passenger and commercial vehicle manufacturer, TVS Motor, has just launched the latest version of its Apache RTR 160. This is the most affordable model in the company’s lineup and attracts a lot of footfall into the showroom and the company has updated it with new features to keep it fresh and boost sales.
      2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 Launch
      Acting as an entry portal into TVS’ coveted Apache RTR range of exhilarating street motorcycles, is the Apache RTR 160. Even though the design has been on sale for a long time, Apache RTR 160 has stood the test of time, as it still looks fresh and competitive. TVS has kept the design intact with this update, which seems to be a conscious decision.
      The 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 has been priced starting from Rs 1.34 lakh (Ex-sh), which is around Rs 4,000 dearer than the top-spec variant of the 2024 model. There are two colour options with 2025 Apache RTR 160. These include Matte Black and Pearl White and both these colourways get Red alloy wheels as standard.
      2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 Pearl White
      TVS Motor calls this update as the boldest version of this motorcycle and that is because it now comes with dual-channel ABS for the first time. Motorcycling fraternity were probably expecting USD front forks with this update, but TVS has retained the suspension from its predecessor, which gets RSU telescopic front forks and rear twin shockers.
      Another major update with this new version of Apache RTR 160 is a reworked powertrain that is now BS6 P2 OBD2B emission standard compliant. TVS calls it the most powerful 160cc motorcycle in India. It comes with a 159.7cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine that kicks out 16.04 PS of peak power and 13.85 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 5-speed gearbox.
      Where features are concerned, 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 continues to get the same LED headlight with striking LED DRLs and a fully digital instrument cluster that is loaded with a lot of useful information. Higher variants get Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation as well.
      2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 Matte Black
      Statement from TVS Motor
      Speaking about the launch, Mr. Vimal Sumbly, Head Business – Premium, TVS Motor Company, said, “The TVS Apache RTR 160 has consistently set benchmarks in its segment, evolving with every generation while staying rooted in Apache’s racing DNA. With segment-leading features like Ride Modes, SmartXonnect with Voice Assist, and now Dual Channel ABS, it continues to redefine what riders can expect from a performance motorcycle.
      TVS Apache is more than a machine, it’s a global community of over 6 million riders. The 2025 TVS Apache RTR 160 builds on this legacy with a sharper design, advanced tech, and track-inspired engineering for a truly thrilling ride.” More

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      2025 Indian Motorcycle Prices Announced – Starts From Rs 23.52 Lakh

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      2025 Indian Roadmaster EliteKnown as America’s first ever motorcycle company, Indian Motorcycles has a profound lineup of big bikes carrying a rich heritage. This American motorcycle brand caters to big bike enthusiasts in India as well, selling Cruisers and Baggers across six major cities in India like New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi, Ahmedabad and Chandigarh.
      The company has just announced the prices for its 2025 motorcycle lineup for the Indian market. These include acclaimed models like Chief lineup, Springfield lineup, Indian Challenger lineup, Indian Chieftain lineup, Pursuit lineup and Roadmaster lineup. Starting price for 2025 Indian Motorcycle range is Rs 23.52 lakh (Ex-sh). Let’s take a closer look.
      Indian FTR Discontinued
      2025 Indian Motorcycle Prices
      Before starting with the prices of Indian Motorcycles, it has to be noted that the company is yet to announce prices of the popular Indian Scout motorcycle. This will happen in the coming months. Also, Indian Motorcycle has discontinued its sporty and new-age FTR range of motorcycles across the world.
      Indian Chief Bobber Dark Horse
      Most affordable model from Indian Motorcycle is the Chief lineup that starts from Rs 23.52 lakh (Ex-sh). There are six variants of Chief and all of them are powered by the same 1,890cc air-cooled V-Twin engine with 156 Nm torque. These variants are Chief Dark Horse, Chief Bobber Dark Horse, Sport Chief, Sport Chief RT, Super Chief Limited and Super Chief Dark Horse.
      Indian Challenger
      Indian Challenger range starts from Rs 36.12 lakh (Ex-sh) and gets four variants called Challenger Limited and Challenger Dark Horse with a 1,786cc liquid-cooled V-Twin 178 Nm engine along with their 112 counterparts that get a larger 1,834cc liquid-cooled V-Twin 181.4 Nm engine. One can also buy Challenger Elite which gets bespoke paint job and a few special parts.
      Indian Chieftain Powerplus
      Chieftain lineup starts from Rs 37.11 lakh (Ex-sh) and gets four variants of its own. Chieftain Limited and Chieftain Dark Horse are powered by an air-cooled 1,890cc V-Twin 171 Nm engine and then we have Chieftain Powerplus Limited and Chieftain Powerplus Dark Horse with a liquid-cooled 1,834cc V-Twin 181.4 Nm engine.
      Indian Springfield Dark Horse
      Above the Chieftain in price ladder, we have Springfield starting from Rs 41.96 lakh (Ex-sh). Offered in Springfield Standard and Springfield Dark Horse variants, both get the same 1,890cc air-cooled V-Twin 171 Nm engine.
      Indian Pursuit Dark Horse
      Next in line, we have Indian Pursuit lineup starting from Rs 43.19 lakh (Ex-sh). Similar to Challenger, Pursuit is offered in Pursuit Limited and Pursuit Dark Horse along with their 112 Pack counterparts. The company’s flagship offering is Roadmaster which starts from Rs 48.49 lakh (Ex-sh) offered in four variants – Roadmaster Standard, Roadmaster Limited, Roadmaster Dark Horse and Roadmaster Elite. All variants get the same 1,890cc air-cooled V-Twin 171 Nm engine.
      Indian Roadmaster Powerplus Dark Horse
      Statement from Indian Motorcycle
      Commenting on the announcement, Mr. Lalit Sharma, Managing Director, Polaris India Pvt. Ltd., said: “Our heavyweight motorcycles have always stood for power, prestige and the spirit of the open road. With the Model Year 2025 lineup, we continue to offer riders world-class machines that deliver premium experiences across every mile. We invite motorcycle enthusiasts to visit our showrooms and discover these legendary models.”
      Also read – 2025 Harley Davidson big bike prices revealed More