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STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
From Rs 3 lakh to 20 lakh Bikedekho.com's Jyotsana Gupta lists out the finest two-wheelers on the Indian roads.
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STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Hyosung GT650R
Price: Rs 4.79 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The GT650R is a sports bike that houses a 647cc, liquid-cooled, V-twin petrol engine, generating 72.6bhp and 60.8Nm of torque and returning a mileage of 16.71kmpl.
The newly-launched 2013 version of this bike suits the modern age.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Hyosung GV650 Aquila Pro
Price: Rs 4.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The GV650 Aquila Pro is a cruiser driven by a 647cc, liquid-cooled, V-Twin petrol mill that pumps out 74bhp along with 62.1Nm of torque, promising a fuel-economy of 22kmpl.
Based on the iconic ST7, this is the most affordable premium cruiser in the country.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Kawasaki Ninja 650R
Price: Rs 5 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The Ninja 650R is a middleweight motorbike driven by a 649cc, liquid-cooled, parallel twin petrol motor that pumps out 71.1bhp together with 62.8Nm of torque, delivering a mileage of 33kmpl.
Donning an exhilarating mean green outfit, this is one of the best middleweight bikes in the country.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Harley Davidson SuperLow
Price: Rs 5.71 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The SuperLow is a cruiser motorcycle driven by an 883.3cc, air-cooled, evolution petrol mill that pumps out 74.6Nm of torque, delivering a fuel-economy of 21.7kmpl.
Facilitating an exceptionally easy handling, this is the lowest priced Harley model in India.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Hyosung ST7
Price: Rs 5.79 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The ST7 is a cruiser bike powered by a 678.2cc, liquid-cooled, V-twin petrol engine that puts out 61.7bhp and 56.9Nm of torque, returning a mileage of 20kmpl. Lightweight, agile and classy, this was the first Hyosung to be introduced in India.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Harley Davidson Iron 883
Price: Rs 6.71 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The Iron 883 is a cruiser motorcycle powered by an 883cc, air-cooled, evolution petrol motor that generates 69Nm of torque, returning a mileage of 21.7kmpl.
Younger sibling to the remarkable 883R Sportster, this cruise machine depicts the Harley boisterousness at its best.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Ducati Monster M796
Price: Rs 8.76 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The Monster M796 is a middleweight motorcycle powered by an 803cc, air-cooled, L-twin petrol mill that puts out 87bhp and 78Nm of torque, returning a fuel-economy of 12kmpl.
Characterised by pure riding pleasure and breathtaking looks, this is a typical performance-oriented Ducati beast.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Harley Davidson XL1200 Forty Eight
Price: Rs 8.76 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The XL1200 Forty Eight is a cruiser bike powered by a 1201.2cc, air-cooled, evolution petrol mill that puts out 107.1Nm of torque, providing a mileage of 20.4kmpl.
Flaunting all the H-D-typical styling traits, this cruiser is a garage custom motorbike belonging to the Dark Custom series of the American manufacturer.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Suzuki Intruder M800
Price: Rs 9.50 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The Intruder M800 is a cruiser bike driven by an 805cc, liquid-cooled, V-twin petrol engine that generates 52.3bhp along with 68.4Nm of torque, featuring a fuel-efficiency of approximately 20kmpl.
A famous poster boy of Suzuki motorcycles, this bike is today recognised as a true-blue cruiser.
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Yamaha FZ1
Price: Rs 9.9 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The FZ1 is a superbike featuring a 1000cc, liquid-cooled, inline-4 petrol powerhouse that puts out 150bhp along with 105.9Nm of torque and provides a fuel-efficiency of 14.9kmpl.
One of the most powerful street bikes in the world, it inspires the spectacular models of FZ16 and FZS.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Honda CB1000R
Price: Rs 9.98 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The CB1000R is a superbike powered by a 998cc, liquid-cooled, inline-4 petrol powerhouse that generates 125bhp together with 100Nm of torque, returning a mileage of 17kmpl.
With rousing looks and cutting-edge technology, this futuristic bike is a true Honda with a bigger heart and boundless power.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
BMW F650GS
Price: Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The F650GS is an on-road-off-road motorbike housing a 798cc, water-cooled, 4-stroke petrol engine that churns out 71bhp and 75Nm of torque and delivers a mileage of 24kmpl.
Evolving from the original line of chain-driven BMW Motorrad bikes, this is the parallel-twin version of the single-cylinder F650GS.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Ducati Hypermotard 796
Price: Rs 10.44 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The Hypermotard 796 is a tourer/off-roader bike housing an 803cc, air-cooled, V-twin petrol mill that churns out 81bhp and 75.5Nm of torque while promising a fuel-economy of 13kmpl.
For those who don't care about what terrain they cruise, there could not be a better partner than this glamorous ride.
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Harley Davidson Fat Bob
Price: Rs 12.81 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The Fat Bob is a cruiser motorbike that gets driven by a 1585cc, air-cooled, V-twin petrol mill that generates 65bhp along with 126Nm of torque, offering a fuel-efficiency of 17.86kmpl.
The latest offering of the famous H-D camp in India, this is the youngest member of the classic Dyna bloodline.
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Honda VT1300CX
Price: Rs 13.00 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The VT1300CX is a chopper motorcycle driven by a 1312cc, liquid-cooled, V-twin petrol powerhouse that pumps out 53bhp along with 102.9Nm of torque, promising a fuel-efficiency of 20.3kmpl.
Powerful and charismatic, this Japanese chopper wraps up Honda's unmatched reliability in an adventurous package of fun and audacity.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300R
Price: Rs 13.25 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The Hayabusa GSX1300R is a super-sport bike driven by a 1340cc, liquid-cooled, inline-4 petrol mill that churns out 197bhp along with 138.7Nm of torque, promising a fuel-economy of 14kmpl.
Fantasy of every bike-enthusiast on the planet, this is the fastest production motorcycle ever built.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
Ducati Diavel AMG
Price: Rs 17.61 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The Diavel AMG is a super cruiser powered by a 1198.4cc, liquid-cooled Testastretta L-twin petrol engine that churns out 162bhp and 127.5Nm of torque, delivering a mileage of 10kmpl.
A naked monster from cult bike brand, Ducati, this cruiser is a hot favourite of female bikers.
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Honda VFR 1200F
Price: Rs 17.62 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The VFR 1200F is a sport touring motorcycle driven by a 1237cc, liquid-cooled, 76-degree V4 petrol engine that pumps out 172bhp along with 128.5Nm of torque, delivering a mileage of 15.5kmpl.
Its enthralling personality has been the source of inspiration for many racing superstars of Honda, including the CBR250R and the CBR150R.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
BMW S1000RR
Price: Rs 18.88 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The S1000RR is a super-sport bike housing a 999cc, water-cooled, inline-4 petrol engine that churns out 193bhp and 111.8Nm of torque and promises a fuel-efficiency of 16.3kmpl.
Born as a racer to compete in the Superbike World Championship, this mighty beast currently enjoys the status of an electrifying street legal model.
STUNNING: The BEST bikes in India
BMW K1300R
Price: Rs 19.50 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The K1300R is a super-sport motorcycle featuring a 1293cc, 4-cylinder petrol powerhouse that generates 173bhp with 139.9Nm of torque and offers a fuel-economy of 20kmpl.
Blending power with substance, this muscle machine is one of the fastest bikes in the world.