Indian motorcycle manufacturers have not only established a strong presence within their domestic realm but have also garnered global recognition. This article shows five standout Made-In-India bikes that have successfully made their mark not only in their homeland but also in the competitive landscape of the UAE, offering enthusiasts a diverse range of options to explore.
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Popular Made-in-India Bikes Available in UAE
Honda Unicorn 160
The first bike up on this list is the Honda Unicorn 160. Known for its affordability and fuss-free nature, the bike is not only popular among delivery service riders but also as a training bike. The Unicorn 160 is powered by a 162 cc 4-stroke motor that puts out a claimed 12 BHP and 14 Nm of torque. This gives a rather leisurely character to the engine and aids in improving its reliability. At 7500 AED, the Unicorn is rather affordable which further enhances its popularity. However, with a top speed of 100 km/hr, it’s best to be used a city bike.
Bajaj Pulsar 180
The second bike on the list is the Pulsar 180. Like the Unicorn, the Pulsar caters to the affordable end of the market while offering slightly better performance. Powering the Pulsar is a 180 cc motor from the DTS-i family of engines. This motor is good enough for 17 BHP and 15 Nm of torque with all of that power and torque being channeled out through a 5-speed gearbox. With a list price of 6000 AED, the Pulsar offers good value due to the performance on offer. Also with a top speed of 118 Km/hr, the bike can be used outside city limits to some extent.
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BMW G310 GS
One of the made-in-India bikes available in the UAE is the BMW G310 GS. Being somewhat of a cross between a full-blown ADV and a touring bike, the G310 GS is known for its long-distance riding capabilities. This is one of the 3 bikes that have come out from the TVS-BMW partnership. The G310 GS is powered by a reverse-inclined 313 cc motor. This motor is good enough to produce 34 BHP and 28 Nm of torque. Transmission duties are handled by a 6-speed manual gearbox. The G310 GS is priced in the range of 25,000-30,000 AED. This price tag puts it in a sweet for buyers looking to get a decently powerful bike without breaking the bank.
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650
The Interceptor 650 is one of the catalysts for making made-in-India bikes popular in UAE. Priced at 22,000 AED, the Interceptor offers a solid bang for its buck and is probably the most pocket-friendly middleweight bike in the country. Powering the Interceptor is a 647 cc parallel twin motor that’s good for 47 BHP and 52 Nm. All of this power is put out with the help of a 6-speed gearbox. This makes the Interceptor one of the more powerful bikes in the sub-30,000 AED price range.
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KTM Duke 390
The Duke 390 is also one such bike that’s gained popularity all over the world for its performance at an affordable price tag. Priced at the 20,000 AED mark the Duke 390 does appeal to a lot of bikers who are not ready to take the plunge when it comes to big bikes. Powering the Duke is a 373 cc liquid-cooled motor good for 43 BHP and 39 Nm. Transmission duties on the Duke are handled by a 6-speed gearbox. For the price, the Duke gets some nifty features such as a TFT colour display and a slipper clutch. All this combined with a 2-year unlimited Km warranty does make the Duke 390 a solid option.
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Made-in-India bikes have not only dominated markets such as Africa and Latin America but have also made their mark in UAE. Most of the bikes made in India offer value in the form of having the best performance for the money offered. All this combined with a relatively lower cost of maintenance has made some of these ikes very desirable.
