Off-road bikes are specially designed to navigate through all kinds of trails, including water streams, shallow rivers, rocky obstacles and mud-filled trails. They feature long 18 to 21-inch front wheels with robust front and rear rims. Further, engines deliver optimal power and torque to absorb impacts during harsh landings from heights.

If you are looking for one based on your requirements and budget, here are the 10 best off-road bikes in India to help you choose.

Below are the 10 best off-road motorbikes in India sorted as per popularity and their key features.

1. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure |Price: ₹ 22,50,000

This bike consists of a two-cylinder engine linked with a six-speed gearbox that provides excellent power and torque. With basic styling cues and rugged design, it sports an asymmetric full-LED headlight, adjustable windscreen, and a beak style front. Other features include a keyless ride, TFT colour display with Bluetooth, a charging interface, electronic rider aids and three ride modes.

Key Specifications

• Engine Type: Air/Liquid-cooled
• Engine Displacement: 1254 cc
• Mileage: 21 kmpl (approx.)
• Top Speed: 200  kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 30  litres

2. Honda Africa Twin | Price: ₹ 16,01,500

An adventure bike from Honda that is available in 2 colour variants. It is built with disc brakes at both ends and comes with dual-channel ABS. With a stepped seat and six riding modes; Tour, urban, gravel, off-road, user 1 and user 2 provides ultimate safety and support on unpaved roads.

Key Specifications

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled
• Engine Displacement: 1082 cc
• Mileage: 24 kmpl (approx.)
• Top Speed: 200 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 24.5 litres

3. BMW F 850 GS Adventure | Price: ₹ 13,25,000

This BMW bike is built with some amazing features that make it off-road ready. With redesigned radiator shrouds and bodywork, a wider front beak and a wind deflector, a larger luggage follows a style similar to F 850 GS. Further, rider aid technologies include ABS, ASC, two riding modes and traction control.

Key Specifications

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled
• Engine Displacement: 853 cc
• Mileage: 24.4 kmpl (approx.)
• Top Speed: 200 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 23 litres

4. Benelli TRK 251 | Price: ₹ 2,66,452

The Benelli TRK 251 is an adventure bike available in 3 colour variants and equipped with disc brakes at both ends. The bike features a twin-pod headlight, a tall windscreen, a nose-like fender, a split-style saddle and front turn indicators with semi fairing. It also has full LED lighting, a digital instrument cluster, and dual-channel ABS.

Key Specifications

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled
• Engine Displacement: 249 cc
• Mileage: 30 kmpl (approx.)
• Top Speed: 148 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 18 litres

5. KTM 250 Adventure | Price: ₹ 2,32,692

The bike's motor is connected to a six-speed gearbox, accompanied by a sleeper and assist clutch. Though this entry-level adventure bike resembles the Adventure 390, it does not come with the quick-shifter function. Other features include split style seats, an LCD screen, LED indicators and a taillight with an engine cowl.

Key Specifications

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled
• Engine Displacement: 248.8 cc
• Mileage: 32.2 kmpl (approx.)
• Top Speed: 140 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 14.5 litres

6. Royal Enfield Himalayan| Price: ₹ 2,14,869

Himalayan is an off-road focused bike from Royal Enfield that comes in 3 colour variants and introduces a Tripper navigation system powered by Google. While other semi-digital instruments remain similar, the changes include a revised seat, rear carrier, and a windscreen with an updated design, further enhancing the touring capabilities.

Key Specifications

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled
• Engine Displacement: 411 cc
• Mileage: 30 kmpl
• Top Speed: 145 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 15 litres

7. Yezdi Adventure | Price: ₹ 2,11,884

This bike is available in 3 colour variants with disc brakes at both ends accompanied by dual-channel ABS. Yezdi adventure is specifically designed for long rides and off-roading, which is helped by the side slung exhaust, a windscreen, split-style seat, a round headlight and wire-spoke wheels.

Key Specifications

• Engine Type: Liquid-cooled
• Engine Displacement: 334 cc
• Mileage: 33.07 kmpl (approx.)
• Top Speed: 140 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 15.5 litres

8. Royal Enfield Scram 411 |Price: ₹ 2,03,083

The latest offering from Royal Enfield borrows some styling cues from Himalayan, the difference being the cowl and bezel. With front and rear spoked wheels covered by dual-purpose rubber having dimensions of 19 inches and 17 inches, each provides a smooth ride over the unpaved roads. Further, it sports a rear luggage rack with other features similar to the Himalayan. 

Key Specifications

• Engine Type: Air-cooled
• Engine Displacement: 411 cc
• Mileage: 30 kmpl (approx.)
• Top Speed: 140 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 15 litres

9. Hero Xpulse 200 | Price: ₹ 1,20,660

The XPulse 200 is a high-tech, high-performance motorcycle with off-road adventure capabilities. It has a 21-inch front wheel and an 18-inch rear wheel. This bike has a telescopic suspension for the front wheel with 190mm of travel and a mono-shock suspension for the rear wheel with 170 mm of travel. LED headlamps, a built-in navigation system and Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free cell phone communication.

Key Specifications

• Engine Type: Oil-cooled
• Engine Displacement: 199.6 cc
• Mileage: 40 kmpl (approx.)
• Top Speed: 115 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 13 litres

10. Hero Xpulse 200T | Price: ₹ 1,18,235

Hero Xpulse 200T is a commuter bike with the features of an off-road motorcycle. The style and cycle parts are similar to its BS4 version, and it includes features such as an LED headlamp, which is Bluetooth enabled, and turn-by-turn navigation via a Bluetooth instrument panel.

Key Specifications

• Engine Type: Oil-cooled
• Engine Displacement: 199.6 cc
• Mileage: 38.5 kmpl (approx.)
• Top Speed: 115 kmph (approx.)
• Fuel Capacity: 13 litres

Here is a complete guide to India's best off road bikes for touring. Nevertheless, before investing in any model, it is always wise to go through other crucial pointers besides these specifications.