2016 could see as many as 15 new and updated premium bikes hitting the Indian soil which include a host of adventure tourers, super nakeds and full faired models offering something for everyone.
The superbike lineup will be growing by a considerable amount next year as a host of new launches and updated models are scheduled to hit the market. Certainly, the growing set of super bikers are going to be spoilt for choice with the new models comprising of everything including the Japanese, British, Italians and Americans. So make sure you check yourself into the high ballers club before you set out to buy any of these following beauties in 2016.
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber
Expected Price: Rs. 12 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2016
What To Expect: Retro styling with a V-twin motor kitted up with ABS, traction control and a USB socket. Rival to the Triumph Bonneville.
Triumph Bonneville Street Twin
Expected Price: Rs. 7 lakhs
Launch: March-April 2016
What To Expect: Decidedly retro cool styling with a new 900cc parallel-twin motor and improved safety features.
Ducati Panigale 959
Expected Price: Rs. 14.5 lakhs
Launch: July 2016
What To Expect: Sharper styling, larger motor with improved power and electronics.
Indian Scout Sixty
Expected Price: Rs. 8.5 lakhs
Launch: May 2016
What To Expect: A smaller 999cc engine with the same design language but no ABS.
Yamaha MT-10
Expected Price: Rs. 17 lakhs
Launch: Late 2016
What To Expect: Radically styled street-fighter with the underpinnings of the new generation R1.
Yamaha R1 S
Expected Price: Rs. 19 lakhs
Launch: Late 2016
What To Expect: The R1 with revised mechanicals to lower the price tag. No visual changes.
2016 Kawasaki ZX-10R
Expected Price: Rs. 17.5 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2016
What To Expect: Improved performance with inputs from the WSBK team, subtly revised styling and new graphics.
2016 Triumph Speed Triple
Expected Price: Rs. 12.5 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2016
What To Expect: More power output from the 1050cc motor, comprehensively revised styling and a new R version with added performance and carbon fibre bits.
Benelli TreK 1130 Amazonas
Expected Price: Rs. 13 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2016
What To Expect: A mile muncher with mountain climbing capabilities with ample of power on offer.
Triumph Bonneville T120
Expected Price: Rs. 9 lakhs
Launch: March-April 2016
What To Expect: Bigger 1200cc motor with styling inspired from the 1956 model. The T120 Black edition will also be available.
Triumph Thruxton
Expected Price: Rs. 11 lakhs
Launch: March-April 2016
What To Expect: Bigger 1200cc motor doing justice to the Cafe Racer tag. Also available in the ‘R’ version with sophisticated mechanicals.
Ducati Monster 1200R
Expected Price: Rs. 30 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2016
What To Expect: The most powerful Monster to go on sale positioned above the S trim sporting new mechanicals.
2016 Triumph Tiger Explorer
Expected Price: Rs. 21 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2016
What To Expect: Revised design and new mechanicals now divided into two broader variants – XR and XC.
Ducati XDiavel
Expected Price: Rs. 16 lakhs
Launch: Late 2016
What To Expect: Improved design, more electronics and the new DVT engine with VVT.
KTM 1290 Adventure
Expected Price: Rs. 17 lakhs
Launch: Late 2016
What To Expect: Targeted at adventure lovers with a mix of performance, practicality and a host of electronics.
All price estimates are ex-showroom, Delhi and are indicative only (actual prices may vary).
