2014 has certainly been one of the more interesting years for the Indian two-wheeler industry. While the auto market has been sluggish in growth, the two-wheeler market has shown consistent sales spanning across different segments. The commuter space in particular has been as enriching as ever, encouraging manufacturers to join the bandwagon and spoil you the ‘customer’ with more options to choose from. With 2015 all set to knock our doors in the following days, we put together the list of upcoming commuter motorcycles in the country that will certainly make the segment a lot more interesting.
Bajaj Platina 100
Expected Price: Rs. 39,000/-
Launch: Mid 2015
What To Expect: Updated 100cc engine offering improved fuel efficiency as well as better performance, and mild tweaks to the styling.
New Bajaj Discover 125
Expected Price: Rs. 48,000/-
Launch: Mid 2015
What To Expect: Mild tweaks to the styling and learnings from the new Discover 150 model.
Bajaj Pulsar 160 NS
Expected Price: Rs. 75,000/-
Launch: Early 2015
What To Expect: With styling inspired from the 200 NS, the new Pulsar 160 will get a bigger engine tuned for performance as well as a monoshock set-up at the rear, and improved ride and handling over the first generation Pulsar.
Honda CBR150R Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 1,30,000/-
Launch: Mid 2015
What To Expect: All new styling along with an update to the underpinnings to make the CBR150R more cost effective.
Hero 110cc Commuter
Expected Price: Rs. 42,000/-
Launch: Late 2015
What To Expect: An all-new motorcycle equipped with a non-Honda engine and completely new styling.
Hero 150cc Commuter
Expected Price: Rs. 67,000/-
Launch: Late 2015
What To Expect: All-new motorcycle featuring a non-Honda engine with styling inspired from EBR motorcycles.
Honda 100cc Bike
Expected Price: Rs. 40,000/-
Launch: Mid 2015
What To Expect: Low cost motorcycle from Honda to take on Hero’s Splendor. To be developed using Indian R&D.
Mahindra 160cc
Expected Price: Rs. 55,000/-
Launch: Mid 2015
What To Expect: A value for money offering from Mahindra with a long list of features and a decent 160cc engine churning out around 13 BHP of power.
Suzuki New 100cc Bike
Expected Price: Rs. 50,000/-
Launch: Early 2015
What To Expect: A no nonsense 100cc motorcycle that will be rivalling the Honda Dream Series as well as the legendary Hero Splendor series in the segment.
Suzuki GSX150
Expected Price: Rs. 90,000/-
Launch: Late 2015
What To Expect: A full-faired version of the Gixxer 155 which will rival the Yamaha Fazer. Front will be inspired by the Suzuki Hayabusa.
TVS Victor
Expected Price: Rs. 55,000/-
Launch: Early 2015
What To Expect: A simple design with a 125cc engine producing around 11 BHP of power offered at a competent price.
(All prices are estimated, ex-showroom Delhi).
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