Best Bike in India under 1 Lakh

1. Hero Xpulse 200

Priced just below Rs.1 lakh, this is perhaps the best bike you can avail in this range. Generating 18.1bhp power and 17.1Nm torque, the bike’s single-cylinder powerful engine promises superior performance.

This adventure bike is also equipped with a high-rise front mudguard, spoke wheels, bash plate, fork gaiters, which makes it the perfect companion for long rides.

• Mileage: 40kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 199.6cc
• Price: Rs.97,000

2. Honda CB Hornet 160R

One of the best commuter bikes under Rs.1 lakh in India, this bike is available in 3 variants. Apart from its engine generating 14.9bhp power and 14.5Nm torque, one of the points that stand out for the CB Hornet is its stylish looks.

With five different variants of the model available in the market, you can enjoy a superior riding experience on this bike.

In 2016, the Honda CB Hornet 160R won the top honour in the best design category of the CII Design Excellence Awards. 

• Mileage: 60kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 162.7cc
• Price: Rs.95,542

3. TVS Apache RTR 160

The Apache RTR 160 is one of the very first models from TVS’s portfolio. Nonetheless, its popularity remains unmatched. It comes equipped with an engine generating 15.3bhp power and 13.9 Nm torque. Recently updated with BS-VI emission standards, it is available in 6 colour options for you to choose from.

• Mileage: 50kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 159.7cc
• Price: Can range up to Rs.93,539

4. Honda X Blade

This is one of the latest additions to Honda’s 160cc range and has already made quite an impression with riders. The bike’s powerful engine generates 13.93bhp power with 13.9 Nm torque, earning it an easy spot in our list of best bikes under Rs.1 lakh in India. Equipped with single-channel ABS, it is also quite advanced in its safety.

• Mileage: 50kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 162.7cc
• Price: Starts from Rs.80,325

5. Bajaj Pulsar 150

Stylish and affordable, Bajaj Pulsar 150 easily earns one of the top spots in our list of top bikes in India under Rs.1 lakh. Its muscular style and fuel efficiency are the most notable factors that make it the highest-selling 150cc bike in India. Additionally, its engine with 13.6bhp power and 13.25Nm torque promises superior performance, as well.

• Mileage: 50kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 149cc to 149.5cc
• Price: Starts from Rs.75,200

6. Honda CB Unicorn 150

The Honda CB Unicorn is a commuter bike with attractive features and excellent on-road performance. Equipped with a single-channel ABS, the bike’s single-cylinder engine can produce a peak torque of 12.8Nm. The engine also comes with a 5-speed transmission. You can avail 3 colour variants of the bike, namely – grey, red and black.

• Mileage: 60kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 149.2cc
• Price: Starts at Rs.72,633

7. Hero Glamour FI

Glamour makes for a noteworthy bike because it is the first bike that was produced from scratch by Hero in 2017, after its split from Honda.

This bike under Rs.1 lakh in India offers a stylish design, different colour schemes, and features like a front disk brake, body-coloured rear-view mirrors and split-spoke alloy wheels. The bike also has an air-cooled, 4 stroke engine which generates 9.1bhp power and 10.35Nm torque.

• Mileage: 70kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 124.7cc
• Price: Rs.66,700

8. Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon

Another bike from Bajaj’s Pulsar range, the 125 Neon is one of the most popular bikes in India. Weighing at 140kg, this is a lightweight bike, which packs a punch on the road.

The engine apart from generating 11.8bhp power and 11N torque has also been upgraded to comply with BS-VI emission standards. In October 2019, the sale of Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon crossed the 40,000-unit mark. 

• Mileage: 55kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 124.4cc
• Price: Starts at Rs.63,616

9. TVS Star City Plus

The TVS Star City Plus is a sensible bike for daily commuters. One of the top 10 bikes in India 2019 under Rs.1 lakh, the bike offers great performance and superior features. Its single-cylinder engine with a 4-speed manual gearbox generates 8.08bhp power and 8.7Nm torque.

This bike is available in two variants in the market – mono-tone and dual-tone. Some of the most notable features of this bike include LED headlamp, five-step adjustable shock absorber, USB mobile charger, etc.

• Mileage:70kmpl to 86kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 109.7cc
• Price: Starts at Rs.62,034

10. Honda Livo

Livo is one of Honda’s premium 100/110cc motorcycles. The bike sports an engine generating 8.31bhp power and 9.09Nm torque with a 4-speed manual gearbox.

Some of the most notable features of this bike are tank extensions, tubeless tyres with six-spoke alloy wheels and front disk brake. It also offers CBS as standard fitment.

• Mileage: 74kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 109.2cc
• Price: Starts from Rs.57,298

11. Hero Passion Pro 110

The Passion Pro 110 from Hero is based on its popular model Splendor iSmart 110. The bike is available in 4 variants in India. The bike’s powerful engine generates 9.02bhp power and 9.79Nm torque. Further, the latest model of the bike is upgraded with BS-VI standards, offering a refreshed design.

• Mileage: 60kmpl to 84kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 109.2cc
• Price: Starts from Rs.57,100

12. TVS Radeon

TVS brought this model to the market to give a tough competition to Hero Splendor. Attractive and stylish, the bike offers specs like a single-cylinder engine producing 8.2bhp power and 8.7Nm torque. With a 10-litre tank, this bike also offers rubber tank grips a la Royal Enfield Classic. You can choose from 6 colour options for the bike.

• Mileage: 69.3kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 109.7cc
• Price: Starts at Rs.51,360

13. Bajaj Platina 100

One of the top bikes in India under Rs.1 lakh, the Platina is a commuter bike, which suits a rider’s daily transport needs. Generating a power of 7.8bhp and 8.34Nm torque, this is a basic bike, and comes in 2 variants – electric start and kick start. With a light kerb weight of 117.5kg, this bike is targeted towards commuters looking for hassle-free bike rides at a low maintenance cost.

• Mileage: 90kmpl
• Engine Displacement: 102cc to 115cc
• Price: Starts at Rs.40,897

These are the top 13 options when it comes to choosing a bike below Rs.1 Lakh in India. However, it is crucial to remember that this is not an exhaustive list.

Further, there are other two-wheeler categories, like scooters, that can diversify this list further. So, don’t forget to research extensively before settling for a bike!