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The premium motorcycle business is growing in the Indian market. Companies like Royal Enfield,TVS Motor Company, Bajaj,Honda.. Auto are increasingly working on premium motorcycles, whose popularity is rapidly increasing in the Indian market. Here we listed some premium/luxury bikes with specifications,pros and cons, whose price is over 2 lakh rupees.
Best 10 Premium/Luxury Bikes In India over 2 lakhs:- -
1.Royal Enfield 650 Twins
The 650 Twins have been inspired by the legendary Royal Enfield Interceptor 750 and Continental GT 250 of the 1960s, and have been instrumental in Royal Enfield's global expansion and success over the last few years. Given the milestone and exclusivity, the 120th Year anniversary edition Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 have been designed and handcrafted by the company in India. The Interceptor 650 has set a new benchmark for Royal Enfield. It is comfortable, has good build quality and a refined engine. While the bike sure is heavy, and the high-speed ride isn't very great, the Interceptor 650 makes it up with its exceptional price tag and retro-appeal.
SPECIFICATIONS:
★Ex-Showroom Price:➔Rs.2.89 - 3.15 Lakh
★Mileage:➔ 31 kmpl
★Engine:➔ 648 cc
★Maximum Power:➔ 47.65 PS
★Maximum Speed:➔ 169 kmph
★Fuel Tank Capacity:➔ 13.7 Ltr
★Max Torque:➔ 52 Nm
★Weight:➔ 202 KG
★Seat Height:➔804 mm
★Number of gears:➔ 6 Speed
★ABS:➔ Dual Channel
★Front Suspension:➔ 41mm dia front fork
★Rear Suspension:➔Twin, Coil-over Shocks
★Front Brake:➔ Disc
★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
PROS:
➔Fantastic fit and finish levels
➔Dual channel ABS
➔ Refined engine
➔comfortable riding position
➔Numbers of colour options
CONS:
➔ Weight is on the heavier side
➔ Could get better instrument cluster
➔ Soft and narrow seat
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2.TVS Apache RR 310
TVS Motor Company has launched the 2021 Apache RR 310 in Indian . The motorcycle has several upgrades over the 2020 model. This include several standard revisions and optional accessories. The list of standard upgrades includes a wave bite key that is claimed to deliver enhanced security and work as an in-hand adjuster for damping adjustments. The 2021 model also gets tweaks to the colour-TFT display that now includes an engine rev limit indicator, a day trip meter, an over-speed indicator, and store/display digital documents.
SPECIFICATIONS:
★Ex-Showroom Price:➔Rs.2.65 Lakh
★Mileage:➔ 33 kmpl
★Engine:➔ 312.2 cc
★Maximum Power:➔ 34 PS
★Maximum Speed:➔ 160 Kmph
★Fuel Tank Capacity:➔ 11 Ltr
★Max Torque:➔ 27.3 Nm
★Weight:➔ 174 kg
★Seat Height:➔810 mm
★Number of gears:➔ 6 Speed
★ABS:➔ Dual Channel
★Front Suspension:➔ Inverted Cartrideges Telescopic Fork
★Rear Suspension:➔ Two Arm Aluminium Die-cast Swingarm
★Front Brake:➔ Disc
★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
PROS:
➔four rider modes
➔great confidence in all weather conditions
➔stunning look
➔Known for its punchy 312cc engine
➔Great handling capabilities
CONS:
➔ Small heel plates
➔ Feels little heavy to manoeuvre at low speeds
➔ Front brake lacks
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3.KTM RC 390
The KTM RC390 has been launched in the Indian market to compete other sport-bikes like TVS Apache RR 310,the Kawasaki Ninja 300...The mechanical specifications retain the BS6-compliant, 373cc state-of-the-art, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC engine with twin overhead camshafts, four valves, and electronic fuel injection,.... The 2023 model gets a 40 per cent bigger airbox and new engine hoping that are aimed to increase torque and overall rideability. The power and torque output is rated at 42.9bhp and 35Nm, respectively. The styling changes to the 2023 model include the addition of a single-pod LED headlight, revised bodywork, 13.7-litre fuel tank, and updated seat design. The updated feature list comprises full-LED lighting, Bluetooth-enabled instrument cluster, traction control system, lean-sensitive ABS, quick-shifter as standard...
SPECIFICATIONS:
★Ex-Showroom Price:➔Rs.3.16 Lakh
★Mileage:➔ 29 kmpl
★Engine:➔ 373 cc
★Maximum Power:➔ 43.5 PS
★Maximum Speed:➔ 170 kmph
★Fuel Tank Capacity:➔ 13.7 Ltr
★Max Torque:➔ 37 Nm
★Weight:➔ 172 KG
★Seat Height:➔824 mm
★Number of gears:➔ 6 Speed
★ABS:➔ Dual Channel
★Front Suspension:➔ WP APEX USD forks
★Rear Suspension:➔ WP APEX adjustable monoshock
★Front Brake:➔ Disc
★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
PROS:
➔Best class performance
➔Handles extremely well
➔Loaded with top-spec features
➔Loaded with premium features
CONS:
➔ Heating issues in traffic
➔ Not comfortable for longer rides
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4.Kawasaki Ninja 300
Kawasaki has launched the Ninja 300 in India. The 2023 Kawasaki Ninja 300 is available in three colours – Lime Green, Candy Lime Green, and Ebony.Athough the colours are similar to the 2021 model, the Candy Lime Green and Ebony paint options now feature newer graphics that are visible on the fairing and the fuel tank. The paint theme and the graphics on the Lime Green colour, on the other hand, remain identical to the 2021 version. The design remains unchanged, and the 2023 Ninja 300 retains the twin-pod headlight, full-fairing design, sporty windscreen, muscular fuel tank, split-style seats, Y-shaped alloy wheels, side slung exhaust,...
SPECIFICATIONS:
★Ex-Showroom Price:➔Rs.3.40 Lakh
★Mileage:➔ 30 kmpl
★Engine:➔ 296 cc
★Maximum Power:➔ 39 PS
★Maximum Speed:➔ 160 kmph
★Fuel Tank Capacity:➔ 17 Ltr
★Max Torque:➔ 26.1 Nm
★Weight:➔ 179 KG
★Seat Height:➔ 780 mm
★Number of gears:➔ 6 Speed
★ABS:➔ Dual Channel
★Front Suspension:➔ 37 mm Telescopic Fork
★Rear Suspension:➔ Bottom-Link Uni-Trak with gas-charged shock
★Front Brake:➔ Disc
★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
PROS:
➔300cc parallel-twin motor works really well
➔Slipper clutch works well
➔Excellent riding dynamics
➔Attractive pricing
➔Premium fit and finish levels
CONS:
➔ Expensive to maintain
➔ Low fuel efficiency
➔ Lack of features compared to its competition
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5.Bajaj Dominar 400
The Bajaj Dominar 400 BS6 is a bike packed with all the things you’re looking for in a great motorcycle. It oozes style and character, along with performance and utility to solve the occasional touring needs. It is thoroughly equipped and competitively priced too. Enter the latest Dominar BS6 for 2017-18 with a potent engine, aggressive stance and premium parts. The Dominar has been a game changer for Indian technology on the showring like never before when it was launched in 2016. It allowed many Indian buyers to own a 400cc motorcycle.
SPECIFICATIONS:
★Ex-Showroom Price:➔Rs.2.24 Lakh
★Mileage:➔ 29 kmpl
★Engine:➔ 373.3 cc
★Maximum Power:➔ 40 PS
★Maximum Speed:➔ 165 kmph
★Fuel Tank Capacity:➔ 13 Ltr
★Max Torque:➔ 35 Nm
★Weight:➔ 193 KG
★Seat Height:➔800 mm
★Number of gears:➔ 6 Speed
★ABS:➔ Dual Channel
★Front Suspension:➔ Telescopic, 43 mm USD Fork
★Rear Suspension:➔ Multi-step adjustable Mono shock with Nitrox
★Front Brake:➔ Disc
★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
PROS:
➔comfortable over long distance rides
➔Dual channel ABS
➔Gets a powerful and refined motor
➔larger front disc offers reduced braking distance.
➔Loaded with premium features
CONS:
➔ some vibrations at higher speeds
➔ Feels heavy to manoeuvre at low speeds
➔ secondary instrument cluster positioning
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6.KTM 250 Duke
The 2023 KTM 250 Duke has been launched in India with a new colour option. This bike is now available in two colours as Ebony Black and Dark Galvano. The motorcycle is powered by a 248.76cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine that comes linked to a six-speed gearbox and delivers 29.6bhp at 9,000rpm and 24Nm of peak torque at 7,500rpm. The 250 Duke tips the weighing scale at 170kg and packs a fuel tank capacity of 13.4-litre. The hardware on the motorcycle comprises an upside-down front forks and a rear mono-shock to handle the suspension tasks. The braking setup includes disc brakes with ByBre-sourced calipers on both wheels while the safety net comprises dual-channel ABS.
SPECIFICATIONS:
★Rs.2.37 Lakh
★Mileage:➔ 41 kmpl
★Engine:➔ 248.8 cc
★Maximum Power:➔ 30 PS
★Maximum Speed:➔ 148 kmph
★Fuel Tank Capacity:➔ 13.4 Ltr
★Max Torque:➔ 24 Nm
★Weight:➔ 170 KG
★Seat Height:➔822 mm
★Number of gears:➔ 6 Speed
★ABS:➔ Switchable ABS
★Front Suspension:➔ WP APEX USD forks
★Rear Suspension:➔ WP APEX Monoshock
★Front Brake:➔ Disc
★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
PROS:
➔Sharp styling
➔Responsive 250cc engine
➔exhaustive instrument cluster
➔Affordable to maintain
➔High-spec cycle parts
CONS:
➔ High seat height
➔ Relatively low top speed
➔ Priced a bit high
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7.Honda CB500X
The Honda CB500X checks a lot of boxes. The bike is comfortable. It offers good amount of performance. It can be easily used as a commuter as well as a tourer. In fact, it can be the only bike you can own these days. Plus, with the Honda refinement and smoothness, the overall experience is bound to be pleasant and stress free. And then there’s also the aspiration that is huge when you buy this Honda. The Honda CB500X is a decently built motorcycle. The plastics, paint, chassis welds and area around the cluster the workmanship here is marginally better than the brand’s 200cc motorcycle. But there are a few things that exhibit top-class quality. The single long seat has a fine texture. The switchgear buttons offers robust built quality.
SPECIFICATIONS:
★Ex-Showroom Price:➔Rs.5.80 Lakh
★Mileage:➔ 33 kmpl
★Engine:➔ 471 cc
★Maximum Power:➔ 47.5 PS
★Maximum Speed:➔ 185 Kmph
★Fuel Tank Capacity:➔ 17.7 Ltr
★Max Torque:➔ 43.2 Nm
★Weight:➔ 199 kg
★Seat Height:➔ 830 mm
★Number of gears:➔ 6 Speed
★ABS:➔ Dual Channel
★Front Suspension:➔ Telescopic Suspension
★Rear Suspension:➔Honda ProLINK Monoshock
★Front Brake:➔ Disc
★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
PROS:
➔Engine is refined and torquey
➔Good ride quality
➔stunning look
➔Friendly motorcycle
CONS:
➔ Priced too high
➔ Limited service reach
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8.KTM RC 200
The KTM RC is a better motorcycle as compared to its older models. The paint finish, the quality of plastic panels, and the robustness of nuts-bolts are all good. However, going by the uneven gaps around the fuel tank and slightly loose panels on its tail section, the company should have done better than this . Although, the new RC looks more amazing right from the moment you lay eyes on it. The fact that the new RC 200 is easier to live with is verified the moment you get onto its saddle. Although swinging a leg over isn’t effortless, thanks to its tall 824mm seat height. But once you saddle up, it’s surprisingly more comfortable than the previous RC. The handlebar is placed higher so you don’t need to crouch ahead as much as before. KTM has also changed the design and padding of the seat which now feels suitable even for long hours of riding.
SPECIFICATIONS:
★Ex-Showroom Price:➔Rs.2.15 Lakh
★Mileage:➔ 34.5 kmpl
★Engine:➔ 199.5 cc
★Maximum Power:➔ 25.8 PS
★Maximum Speed:➔ 140 kmph
★Fuel Tank Capacity:➔ 13.7 Ltr
★Max Torque:➔ 19.5 Nm
★Weight:➔ 160.6 KG
★Seat Height:➔824 mm
★Number of gears:➔ 6 Speed
★ABS:➔ Dual Channel
★Front Suspension:➔ WP APEX 43
★Rear Suspension:➔ WP APEX - Monoshock
★Front Brake:➔ Disc
★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
PROS:
➔Powerful and punchy engine
➔power-to-weight ratio
➔comfortable
➔Great tractability in the city
➔Handles sharper than ever
CONS:
➔ price
➔ Front brake needs more bite
➔ Small pillion seat
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9.Honda CB300R
The Honda CB300R is based on the CBR300R but the styling is based on the current CB1000R, which means a neo-retro café-racer type look that is quite fetching. The BS4 286cc single cylinder liquid-cooled engine generated 30bhp and 27.5Nm of peak power. But expect the BS6 variant to churn out less power. All-LED lighting and CBS with ABS are some of the features that the CB300R has. The fuel tank holds 10 litres, and the kerb weight is a low 143kg. The brakes are radially mounted 4-piston calliper in the front and a floating calliper at the back.
SPECIFICATIONS:
★Ex-Showroom Price:➔Rs.2.77 Lakh
★Mileage:➔ 30 kmpl
★Engine:➔ 286 cc
★Maximum Power:➔ 31 PS
★Maximum Speed:➔ 150 kmph
★Fuel Tank Capacity:➔ 9.7 Ltr
★Max Torque:➔ 27.45 Nm
★Weight:➔ 146 KG
★Seat Height:➔801mm
★Number of gears:➔ 6 Speed
★ABS:➔ Dual Channel
★Front Suspension:➔ USD
★Rear Suspension:➔ 7-Step Adjustable Monoshock
★Front Brake:➔ Disc
★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
PROS:
➔Light weight aids in handling
➔Strong mid-range acceleration
➔Great braking performance
➔Low seat height
➔Fantastic looks and premium feel
CONS:
➔ Tiny Pillion Seat
➔ Limited sales reach
➔ Uncomfortable for taller riders
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10.Royal Enfield Himalayan
The Himalayan is Royal Enfield’s off-road focussed motorcycle that received BS6-upgrade in 2020. In 2021, the motorcycle received three new colour schemes as Mirage Silver, Pine Green , and Granite Black (updated). The new colour options are accompanied by the existing options Rock Red, Lake Blue, and Gravel Grey. The 2021 model also benefits from Royal Enfield’s Tripper Navigation system. The navigation system is powered by Google Maps and it works with the Royal Enfield smartphone application to give turn by turn directions.
SPECIFICATIONS:
★Ex-Showroom Price:➔Rs.2.15 - 2.22 Lakh
★Mileage:➔ 32 kmpl
★Engine:➔ 411 cc
★Maximum Power:➔ 24.3 PS
★Maximum Speed:➔ 120 kmph
★Fuel Tank Capacity:➔ 15 Ltr
★Max Torque:➔ 32 Nm
★Weight:➔ 199 KG
★Seat Height:➔ 800 mm
★Number of gears:➔ 5 Speed
★ABS:➔ Dual Channel
★Front Suspension:➔ Telescopic, 41 mm forks
★Rear Suspension:➔ Monoshock with linkage
★Front Brake:➔ Disc
★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
PROS:
➔Engine has lots of torque
➔Truckloads of suspension travel
➔High ground clearance
➔Attractive pricing
➔Premium fit and finish levels
CONS:
➔ Quite heavy motorcycle
➔ Misses out on kickstart
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Note:-The Ex-Showroom Price is for Delhi. Ex-Showroom Price will be different for different area in India.
Best 10 Premium/Luxury Bikes In India
Posted on 28 sept 2022 by Rishabh kumar
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