India is slowly getting access to performance motorcycles and they are also getting affordable. Litre-class motorcycles are now accessible and mid-size motorcycles, which were a dream a few years ago, are now very much on sale in India. If you’re in the market, looking for a powerful motorcycle with a budget of Rs 10 lakh, here are the top five to choose from.
Powerful motorcycles under Rs 10 lakh
Suzuki GSX-8R
The Suzuki is kind of a hidden gem in the segment, as all the attention is drawn by the V-Strom 800 DE. However, for Rs 9.25 lakh, you get the same 776cc parallel-twin engine from the V-Strom on a semi-faired street bike in the form of the GSX-8R, which makes 82bhp with the help of a 6-speed gearbox.
Honda CB Hornet 750
Parallel-twin cylinder engines are gaining popularity in the mid-segment and the Honda comes next, with the Hornet 750. The twin-cylinder engine on the bike makes 91bhp and 75Nm of torque, making it an easy street bike for daily commutes and giving it the ability to have some fun when needed. The Honda CB750 Hornet is priced at Rs 8.60 lakh.
Honda CB650 R
Honda updated its popular four-cylinder offering in the mid-segment, the CB650 R and the CBR650 R. However, with a budget of Rs 10 lakh, the street naked is the choice. The four-cylinder in-line engine makes 94bhp and is sold in India with the e-clutch only. The Honda CB650 R costs Rs 9.20 lakh, ex-showroom.
Triumph Daytona 660
Triumph introduced the 660 platform a few years ago and when it made an announcement saying it would revive the Daytona name, people were excited. However, instead of giving the Daytona a committed position, Triumph decided to make it an easy motorcycle to live with but did not skimp down on performance. The three-cylinder engine makes 95bhp and costs Rs 9.72 lakh.
Kawasaki Z900
The best bang for the buck is the Kawasaki Z900 — Rs 9.38 lakh, in-line four-cylinder engine, 122bhp. Sold. The Kawasaki Z900 is a popular motorcycle, especially owing to its price and performance. The recent update saw the inclusion of a bi-directional quickshifter, making the motorcycle a compelling choice.
