First popularized by the Americans in the 30’s, a cruiser is a stylish motorcycle that places great emphasis on tractability and ride comfort. Another highlight of these motorcycles is the somewhat unconventional riding position that they offer – feet positioned forward, hands on a high-set handlebar and an erect spine. While most of the cruiser bikes out there offer oodles of style and a sufficiently powerful engine, what really sets these machines apart from other breeds of bikes is their great mile-munching prowess. Now, the Indian bike market, which has so far seen the most action at its commuter-end, is finally warming up to some more exciting machinery. The gazillion variants of the Pulsar, along with other brands of motorcycles such as the Karizma and the YZF-R15, have already paved the way for future low-capacity sportsbikes headed to our shores, but a section of Indian premium motorcycle market that still begs for some more action is the Indian cruiser bike segment. Yes, we do have some competent models in the form of Royal Enfield Thunderbird and Bajaj Avenger, but the consumer isn’t exactly spoiled for choice and can surely do with more flavors to choose from. Here, in this post, we offer you a glance at the best cruiser bikes in India Under 2 Lakhs –
Also See – UM Renegade Commando vs Royal Enfield Classic 350 vs Thunderbird 350
Best Cruiser Bikes in India Under 2 Lakhs – Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350
Arguably the most popular cruiser motorcycle in India since half a decade or so, the Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 has already seen a couple of facelifts and engine updates. The Thunderbird 350, which comes from the very popular retro-styled bike manufacturer, impresses with its style, performance and poise. Oh, and the large fuel tank of 20-litre is an additional bonus.
Specification and Price
- Top Speed: 121kph
- Engine: 346cc, Single-cylinder, 19.8 bhp, Twinspark,
- Gearbox: 5-Speed
- Weight: 192 Kgs
- Fuel Tank: 20-ltrs
- Mileage: 32 km/ltr (avg)
- Price Ex-Showroom Delhi: Rs. 1,36,050 (May vary)
[box type=”shadow” ]Also See- Modified Royal Enfield Scrambler[/box]
Best Cruiser Bikes in India Under 2 Lakhs – Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500
Bigger is better, no? The Thunderbird 500 not just boasts of all the traits of its smaller sibling, but also gets a more powerful engine to make it an even more accomplished cruiser.
Specification and Price
- Top Speed: 130kph
- Engine: 500cc, Single-cylinder, 27.2 bhp, Twinspark
- Gearbox: 5-Speed
- Weight: 195 Kgs
- Fuel Tank: 20-ltrs
- Mileage: 27 km/ltr (avg)
- Price Ex-Showroom Delhi: Rs. 1,73,000 (May vary)
Also See – Royal Enfield Himalayan 410cc
Best Cruiser Bikes in India Under 2 Lakhs – New Bajaj Avenger Street & Cruise
Bajaj recently gave the budget cruiser a comprehensive makeover and launched it with a 150cc engine along with the older model’s 220cc power unit. The Avenger is now available in two avatars – Cruise and Street. While the cruise is available with only the 220cc motor, the Street can be had with a 150cc unit as well.
Specification and Price
- Top Speed: 110 kph/120 kph
- Engine: 150cc/220cc, Single-cylinder
- Gearbox: 5-speed
- Fuel Tank: 14-litres
- Mileage: 65 km/l
- Price Ex-Showroom Delhi: Rs. 75,000 (Street 150)/Rs. 84,000 (Street & Cruise 220)
Best Cruiser Bikes in India Under 2 Lakhs – UM Renegade Commando
United Motorcycles Global, a Miami-based motorcycle manufacturer, has finally launched the UM Renegade Commando in the country.
Specification and Price
- Top Speed: 110 kph/120 kph
- Engine: 279cc, Single-cylinder
- Gearbox: 6-speed
- Fuel Tank: 13-litres
- Mileage: 35 km/l
- Price Ex-Showroom Delhi: Rs. 1,59,000
UM Renegade Commando
Also See – Royal Enfield Himalayan; UM Motorcycles
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